Business Details
48 Years
experience
Montreal's Premier Taekwondo School Since 1978
Kim's Taekwondo has been Montreal's premier Taekwondo school since 1978, dedicated to preserving the traditional teachings of this martial art while fostering physical excellence and mental discipline. Our rigorous training programs, developed over 45 years, emphasize technical proficiency, ethical instruction, and holistic development for students of all ages. With a global network of 75 branch schools, we maintain a commitment to excellence through structured curricula that build speed, power, and cardiovascular endurance while cultivating resilience and ethical character. Our philosophy integrates Taekwondo as a way of life, promoting mental health through disciplined practice and community engagement. As a family-run institution spanning two generations, we uphold the legacy of Grand Master Kim, whose vision of using Taekwondo to positively impact lives remains central to our mission.Our team of world-renowned instructors combines technical expertise with personalized mentorship, ensuring students achieve both individual growth and collective success. We offer specialized programs for children, adults, and competitive athletes, complemented by summer camps and demonstration teams that showcase the artistry of Taekwondo. The school's values emphasize balance between physical, mental, and social well-being, creating an environment where students thrive through structured training and ethical guidance. Our community-focused approach has made us a staple in Montreal's martial arts landscape, recognized for both technical excellence and character development. Through decades of experience, we continue to refine our methods while staying true to the core principles that have defined our success since 1978.
Services
Adult Classes
Children Classes
Junior Classes
Summer Camp
Competition Team
Demonstration Team
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- 45-year legacy of Taekwondo excellence in Montreal
- Ethical teaching methods developed by Grand Master Kim
- Specialized programs for children, adults, and competition teams
- World-renowned instructors with decades of combined experience
- Holistic approach balancing physical, mental, and social development
What people say
Amazing instructors
Life-changing experience
Professional staff
Holistic approach
Positive environment
Services
Adult Classes
Our adult Taekwondo classes blend fitness training with traditional martial arts techniques for ages 13+. Students develop physical strength, cardiovascular endurance, and technical proficiency while cultivating mental discipline and stress management skills. The curriculum emphasizes self-defense applications, forms practice, and sparring techniques tailored to adult learners' goals.
Children Classes
Structured Taekwondo instruction for 8-12 year olds focuses on foundational skills development through engaging, age-appropriate training methods. Classes emphasize character building, focus improvement, and physical coordination while teaching basic forms, self-defense techniques, and traditional martial arts values in a supportive environment.
Competition Team
Our competitive Taekwondo program prepares athletes for regional and national tournaments through specialized sparring instruction, forms refinement, and physical conditioning. Team members receive personalized coaching in Olympic-style sparring techniques, competition strategies, and mental preparation while developing teamwork and sportsmanship skills through regular practice sessions.
People
Grand Master Kim
Founder
Pioneering Taekwondo instructor in Quebec with over 50 years of experience. Developed the school's ethical teaching framework and technical curriculum. Recognized as the highest-ranked Grand Master in the province, shaping generations of martial artists through his holistic approach combining physical training with character development.
Master Alex Kim
Instructor
Second-generation Taekwondo expert trained under his father, Grand Master Kim. Specializes in adapting traditional techniques for modern students while maintaining core principles. Leads adult classes and competition team training, emphasizing technical precision and mental discipline through personalized instruction.
Navid Mehrabi
Instructor
Certified Taekwondo instructor with extensive competition experience. Focuses on youth development programs, creating engaging lesson plans that build fundamental skills while maintaining student motivation. Implements innovative teaching methods that balance technical instruction with character-building activities for young martial artists.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer programs for children aged 4+, teens, and adults with classes tailored to each age group's developmental needs and physical capabilities.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we provide introductory trial sessions allowing prospective students to experience our teaching methods before committing to regular enrollment.
Are uniforms included in membership?
We include your initial uniform, shoes, and belt with new registrations through our current promotional offer.
Do you compete in tournaments?
Our competition team regularly participates in regional and national events, with structured training programs preparing athletes for competitive sparring and forms divisions.
How often should I train?
We recommend attending 2-3 classes weekly for optimal progress, with flexible scheduling options available for different age groups and skill levels.
