J.Tiger Martial Arts Taekwondo
About
J.Tiger Martial Arts Taekwondo in Columbus, OH offers training in both MMA and traditional karate disciplines, providing a comprehensive martial arts education. The gym is led by Head Master and Founder Youngjin Kim, a 6th degree black belt with extensive credentials including a Bachelor of Arts in Taekwondo, former sparring champion experience, South Korean Army instruction background, and National Taekwondo Demonstration Team membership. He is supported by a diverse team of over 15 instructors including Head Instructors Dantes De La Rosa Jr. and Lynn Ables, Master Jung, and multiple specialized coaches who create a structured yet flexible learning environment with accommodating class schedules.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Master Kim as an incredible teacher who is patient, strict yet always smiling, and genuinely cares about each student's personal journey. Reviewers highlight the positive, welcoming environment where instructors and fellow students are always ready to help beginners and create a fun learning atmosphere. Families particularly appreciate how the gym builds children's self-confidence while teaching discipline, respect, focus, and coordination, with specific mention of the successful transition to online and hybrid lessons during quarantine. The overwhelming sentiment is that this is the best taekwondo school available, with no negative feedback mentioned in the provided reviews.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Claudia Phan
6 months ago
Hands down the BEST Taekwondo school you could choose. Friendly and knowledgeable instructors, a welcoming learning environment, and a great place for your children to learn disciple, respect, and connect with other children. Master Kim and the other instructors truly care about every kid’s personal journey.
Minyet Palich
3 years ago
We love going to Master Kim's taekwondo class! Our son is a proud Lil Tiger who is learning so many empowering skills such as respect, discipline, focus, coordination & comprehension. Master Kim is patient, strict & always has a smile on his face. They are very welcoming & make room for families to come watch & keeps the class very fun also. Our daughter already can't wait to be old enough to attend!
Berlin
3 months ago
Absolute best taekwondo!! I’ve been going here for around 6 years and it’s my favorite thing ever. Master Kim is so incredibly helpful and amazing at teaching. The classes are fun but I learned so much. It’s such a positive environment and the people there are so amazing! If your looking for a good taekwondo J tiger is 100% the place!!!!!
Arlindo Ahmetaj
10 months ago
Great place, great experience! My son and I started TKD as complete beginners, and everyone has been very supportive. All instructors and color belts are always so ready to help, and the schedule availability offers a lot of flexibility. Most importantly, there is so much positivity and cohesion within the group.
Amity Fenton
5 years ago
We love J Tiger! Master Kim has done so much to help build my sons self confidence. He has been going to this dojo for over a year now and we honestly couldn’t be happier. Master Kim is an incredible teacher and a very kind person. We are especially impressed with how they offered online lessons during the quarantine and then transitioned to a hybrid when appropriate. They have good policies in place to keep the children safe. Thank you J Tiger for all that you’ve done for our son.
Contact
6627 Dublin Center Dr, Dublin, OH 43017, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 2:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 2:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 2:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 2:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Angela Kim
Instructor
Brady Hotz
Instructor
Waleed Al Lami
Instructor
Youngjin Kim
Head Master / Founder
6th degree black belt, Bachelor of Arts in Taekwondo, Former Sparring Champion, South Korean Army Instructor, National Taekwondo Demonstration Team member
Founded J. Tiger Martial Arts in 2015. Began Taekwondo at age 7. Taekwondo team coach in Kyung Gi, South Korea. Head Master Instructor in Columbus, OH from 2005-2014.
Holly Harrison
Instructor
Master Jung
Master
Bobby Northup
Instructor
Dantes De La Rosa Jr.
Head Instructor
Brian Ables
Instructor
Lynn Ables
Head Instructor
Khloe Jung
Junior Instructor
Corrina Schilling
Instructor / Assistant Office Manager
Merrick Tosi
Junior Instructor
Ellie Kim
Instructor
Mike Fasciano
Instructor