Traditional taekwondo, taught with warmth and discipline since 1990.
Taekwon-Do is a self-defence martial art that originated in Korea. Originally developed and taught to the Korean armed forces as a form of unarmed combat, taekwondo is now practiced by millions worldwide — men, women, and children of all ages.
The art emphasizes explosive kicking techniques combined with powerful hand techniques and blocking strategies. But taekwondo is much more than physical technique — it is a discipline that develops the whole person.
At Eagle Taekwondo, our mission is to strengthen mind, body, spirit and character through traditional taekwondo training. We believe martial arts education builds confident, respectful, and resilient individuals — and we are committed to providing that experience in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.
Certified, experienced, and devoted to the art of teaching.
Head Instructor & Founder
Master Kim founded Eagle Taekwondo with a mission to share the art of Taekwondo with the Palo Alto community. With decades of experience in traditional Taekwondo, Master Kim brings a balanced approach of discipline and encouragement to every class. A certified international instructor, Master Kim has trained hundreds of students from white belt through black belt.
Assistant Instructor
Instructor Lee began training at Eagle Taekwondo as a young student and has grown into an accomplished martial artist and teacher. Specializing in youth instruction, Instructor Lee has a gift for making classes fun while maintaining high standards. A tournament competitor and certified instructor, Instructor Lee assists with all programs.
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