Kang's Tae Kwon Do Academy
About
This martial arts academy offers training in multiple disciplines including MMA, judo, and karate, with a primary focus on traditional Tae Kwon Do. The school maintains a strong emphasis on Korean traditions of discipline, etiquette, loyalty, and rank systems while providing physical teachings that members describe as above and beyond. The coaching staff works to understand each individual's abilities and helps everyone reach their true potential, creating an environment where both children and adults can thrive.
Members consistently praise the transformative experience they've had at the academy, with many noting significant personal growth over years of training. The atmosphere is described as super and welcoming, particularly for families and young students. Grand Master Kang leads the school with a clear vision and is recognized as a strong leader of the highest caliber, offering instruction from a true traditional Korean Grand Master that members say is rare to find in today's market. The academy has become a place where members gain not just martial arts skills but also self-confidence, acceptance, and a sense of belonging.
Both long-term students and families with children report excellent experiences, with parents noting their children's growth in self-discipline and life skills alongside their martial arts training. The school's focus on carrying forward traditional values while adapting to individual needs creates an environment where members feel they're part of something greater than themselves. This combination of traditional excellence and personal attention makes the academy a standout choice for those seeking authentic martial arts instruction in the Charleston area.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Grand Master Kang and his instructors as excellent mentors who provide transformative training experiences. Reviewers highlight significant personal growth, with many gaining self-confidence, acceptance, and a sense of belonging over years of training. Parents specifically note their children's development in self-discipline and life skills alongside martial arts proficiency. The traditional Korean approach with its emphasis on discipline, etiquette, and rank systems receives particular appreciation, with members describing the instruction as above and beyond what they expected.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (3)
Jennifer Randolph
12 years ago
Google asks me to describe my experience at Kang's Tae Kwon Do Academy. That is not easily done in one paragraph. Tae Kwon Do has become my life. It is my journey, my passion. I started at a branch of this school then located in Belpre, OH. I found it in the yellow pages. Thank goodness because I couldn't have had a better experience anywhere else. Just by chance this was the first school I tried and I didn't need to look any further. As an awkward, out of place, adolescent, they gave me everything I needed and more. I gained acceptance and they gained my trust. I gained friends and self confidence. They helped me discover myself. They gave me something to be proud of and a place to belong. I started almost two decades ago and couldn't imagine my life without it. They are very focused carrying on the Korean traditions of discipline, etiquette, loyalty, and rank system. The physical teachings are above and beyond. The level of excellence is prevalent. They are understanding of each individuals abilities and work to help everyone fill their true potential. Grand Master Kang is a strong leader with a clear vision and of the highest caliber of human beings. To train in his academy is to be a part of something greater than yourself. A school that allows you to learn Tae Kwon Do from a true traditional Korean Grand Master is not something easily found in today's market.
FirstPresbyterian SouthCharleston
4 years ago
Grand Master Kang and his instructors are excellent mentors in Tae Kwon Do, self discipline and life skills. We are so pleased with our son’s experience, growth and self confidence! Highly recommend!
Rob Keith
4 years ago
Great experience for young family member. 10 year old learning more and more every day. Super atmosphere. Master Kang is awesome.