SURREY JONG KIM MARTIAL ARTS FAMILY HISTORY
World Famous Grandmaster Jong Kim is the Best martial arts and taekwondo academy based in Surrey, BC - Newton, BC - Delta, BC area. Surrey Top Martial Arts School since 1970's. Jong Kim Martial Arts is proud to have been the FIRST Taekwondo School in Vancouver! We love sharing the beauty of Korean taekwondo to Surrey and Delta!
Our surrey martial arts programs transform kids and teens into physically confident people. Taekwondo is rooted in strong character upbringing which is essential to develop mature skill-sets for the next generation of students in Canada.
Jong Kim enlisted in to the Korean army at age 18 with strong intentions of patriotism.
As a competitor in the martial arts world, crowned heavy weight Asian champion in Asia, he competed for several years.
This ultimately caught the the attention of General Choi Hong Hi (the founder of TKD) in 1955.
Jong Kim (under General Choi's Guidance) was involved with the World Demonstration Team along
side (C.K. Choi) because Taekwondo was a brand new form that was unknown to the world.
His efforts led to world promotion of the art in different countries.
Grandmaster Jong Kim's experience resulted in culmination of his prior studies in karate and judo. This eventually led him to the expansion of World Taekwondo organization of ITF Taekwondo to several continents including Korea, South-Ease Asia Malaysia, and eventually in Canada. The current Jong Kim Martial Arts academy is based in Newton, BC and Surrey, BC; where Delta and Surrey residents reside.
Naturally, Jong Kim encouraged and developed his youngest son into Taekwondo. Through Taekwondo's incredibly disciplined regiment, it brought out discipline, focus, and purpose in Edward's life. This resulted in high academic achievement levels, participation, and mentorship. At the the age of 16, Edward opened his first academy in Fort Langley, British Columbia. Over the years Edward has produced several Canadian and North-West American top champions in the competition world.
Master Edward Kim has mentored students who now are doctors, lawyers, business entrepreneurs, RCMP officers, and high ranking Canadian Military Officers. Allow Master Kim to be your guide in Martial Arts and life influencer! Character Development lies at the core of our program; a necessity for a successful life. We shape the minds of the next generation of kids in the Surrey and Delta area!
Jong Kim Martial Arts in Surrey, prides itself on it's core values which encompass Discipline, Truth, Honor, Strong Work Ethic, Pushing Boundaries, and Resilience.
A true Taekwondo pioneer as stated on Wikipedia (◄ click).
From father to son, Jong Kim mentored his students in Vancouver under the most challenging life circumstances. No matter life's most challenging circumstances, the Jong Kim Family has helped guide students and people into a better direction to live their lives to the fullest and overcome any challenges that present themselves. Now the legacy has been passed unto his son, Edward, who in his father's tradition, continues to help students and people transform their lives; to reach unimaginable potential!
Our surrey martial arts programs transform kids and teens into physically confident people. Taekwondo is rooted in strong character upbringing which is essential to develop mature skill-sets for the next generation of students in Canada.
Jong Kim enlisted in to the Korean army at age 18 with strong intentions of patriotism.
As a competitor in the martial arts world, crowned heavy weight Asian champion in Asia, he competed for several years.
This ultimately caught the the attention of General Choi Hong Hi (the founder of TKD) in 1955.
Jong Kim (under General Choi's Guidance) was involved with the World Demonstration Team along
side (C.K. Choi) because Taekwondo was a brand new form that was unknown to the world.
His efforts led to world promotion of the art in different countries.
Grandmaster Jong Kim's experience resulted in culmination of his prior studies in karate and judo. This eventually led him to the expansion of World Taekwondo organization of ITF Taekwondo to several continents including Korea, South-Ease Asia Malaysia, and eventually in Canada. The current Jong Kim Martial Arts academy is based in Newton, BC and Surrey, BC; where Delta and Surrey residents reside.
Naturally, Jong Kim encouraged and developed his youngest son into Taekwondo. Through Taekwondo's incredibly disciplined regiment, it brought out discipline, focus, and purpose in Edward's life. This resulted in high academic achievement levels, participation, and mentorship. At the the age of 16, Edward opened his first academy in Fort Langley, British Columbia. Over the years Edward has produced several Canadian and North-West American top champions in the competition world.
Master Edward Kim has mentored students who now are doctors, lawyers, business entrepreneurs, RCMP officers, and high ranking Canadian Military Officers. Allow Master Kim to be your guide in Martial Arts and life influencer! Character Development lies at the core of our program; a necessity for a successful life. We shape the minds of the next generation of kids in the Surrey and Delta area!
Jong Kim Martial Arts in Surrey, prides itself on it's core values which encompass Discipline, Truth, Honor, Strong Work Ethic, Pushing Boundaries, and Resilience.
A true Taekwondo pioneer as stated on Wikipedia (◄ click).
From father to son, Jong Kim mentored his students in Vancouver under the most challenging life circumstances. No matter life's most challenging circumstances, the Jong Kim Family has helped guide students and people into a better direction to live their lives to the fullest and overcome any challenges that present themselves. Now the legacy has been passed unto his son, Edward, who in his father's tradition, continues to help students and people transform their lives; to reach unimaginable potential!
ADDRESS: Unit 136 - 7536 130 Street, Surrey, BC, V3W 1H8
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604-590-1000
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