YONG IN TIGER TAEKWONDO

My entire family has been going here for years. We had tried a different TKD school in the area when we first moved here but were not happy. We have NEVER been disappointed that we switched. Master Yu and his assistant instructor are amazing with all of the students, especially the young children. We love that there is a family class offered when all of us can practice together even at different belt levels...their dad even joined in the fun! Yong-in has the perfect balance of discipline and fun that every TaeKwonDo school should have!!!

Since the very first day we were lucky enough to walk into his school many years ago, we have felt at home. My son has trained with Master Yu for years and is currently a 2nd degree black belt. It always amazes me that at 16, my son continues to enjoy and learn from Master Yu. Master Yu is one of a kind and is amazing with children. His passion for his sport of Tae Kwon Do comes through in his teaching and he shares that love with his students and their families. We have had wonderful opportunities to travel and compete nationally and internationally. He encourages his students not only in TKD but in school as well. My husband was so impressed with Master Yu he began training and has earned his black belt as well. If you are looking for TKD school, look no further. Come by and meet Master Yu and his wife Kim. You won't be sorry.

This is a letter that my son wrote about his Tae Kwon Do school and Master Yu. I think there is no better reference than the one that comes from a child's heart:"Hi, my name is Daniel Gomez and I am 9 years old. I started Tae Kwon Do before I turned 4. My dad was looking for a good Master to train me and one day we found the best: Master Yu. I went to my first class and I was the only students there. I had a great time that day because Master Yu was very clever and nice with me. I liked it so much that I went home and told my cousins Alyssa and Robert. The next class they came with me to try it and they loved it too. Since that day, five years ago, I looked forward everyday to come to my practices.In Tae Kwon Do I have learned self-defense like blocking, kicking, punching, forms and sparring. I have been to many local and state competitions and have won many medals and trophies. I also became part of our school’s Black Belt Club and then the Demo Team and those were the best teams ever. I enjoy training with my classmates and learning new forms and techniques. But most important I have learned that Tae Kwon Do is not about kicking and punching; it is about being on time, show courtesy and mostly about respecting people and your team.I’ve also learned that when I cannot do it the first time I have to try and try until I get it right. The best lesson I have learned in Tae Kwon Do with Master Yu is that it doesn’t matter if you win or lose – it is about learning and having fun. Today I am honored to wear a black belt around my waist. But I know that being a black belt means that I have to behave good at all times because I represent my school and Master Yu anywhere I go.In my life Tae Kwon Do means practice, respect, self control, and happiness.Thanks Master Yu for being my instructor, for teaching me well and for caring for me and all my friends. You are the best Tae Kwon Do Master in the whole world. THANK YOU SO MUCH!"

Look no further. This is the best Tae Kwon Do academy you will find. Master Yu is a caring, knowledgeable, confident-builder instructor. This academy is filled with positive energy that children absorb immediately, making them have fun while receiving the best training, for mind and body, they can get.

My son (8 y.o.) and I (42 y.o.) started Tae Kwon Do with Master Yu about 2.5 years ago after trying several other martial arts locations. We currently take the family class in the evening. My son started in the little tigers and moved up the junior class until he was old enough for family class. My second son (now 4 years old) started 1.5 years ago in the little tigers class. We have never been happier.We love the classes and the individual attention we get from Master Yu and the other instructors.Master Yu is AMAZING with the children. Having an incredibly shy child who would not even step on the mat in two other TKD institutions, Master Yu drew him out of his shell and got him involved at his own pace. 2 years later, this "shy" kid is now a high-red belt and has competed in two tournaments. Although he may not be getting gold medals, just getting up alone, in front of hundred of people, and doing his forms and breaking boards, is such an accomplishment. The self-confidence he has aquired from going to Yong-in Martial Arts is impressive. We attribute this to Master Yu.I would also like to mention that the other families we have met while attending classes are fantastic. The kids and parents who attend class and come to watch, have become like an extended family. I would definitely choose Yong-In Martial Arts to obtain my family's training, without a doubt!!

What a find! If you are looking for a place for your child to learn Tae Kwon Do, look no further! We knew this place was special from the moment we walked in through the door. This family run business treats your child like royality. Master Yu is passionate about his craft and it shows. He pours his heart out each and every single day. He just loves working with the children, teaching them self confidence, discipline, and respect in a traditional atmosphere. He engages them to have fun while learning. The children don't even realize they are having an amazing workout. Try it, the first lesson is free, you won't be disappointed. :)

Imagine my surprise when I came across this school on the Internet. I stop by during a class to get some info to find the instructor fully involved. He starts a drill to keep the students busy and greets me right away. Points for service right there.I call my wife right away and have her bring our son over.My son was hesitant briefly when in street clothes Master Yu invites him on to the floor and had him punching, kicking, jumping, and laughing in MINUTES.We were sold then and there. We've heard nothing but great things from other parents and even his older sister wants to join because it 'looks like fun'...Just recently Master Yu and his wife Kim (they are both extremely friendly and courteous, by the way) had a picnic for some students (age apropriate, of course) and the families. WE HAD A BLAST!!Stop by, watch a class. Take a free intro class, but get there...!

I started my daughter in Taekwondo with Master Yu when she had just turned 3. She is almost 5 now and she is already a blue belt! He is simply amazing and it's unbelievable the way he gets the kids involved from such an early age. He and his wife are very humble and I highly recommend his school for all ages!