Mountain Kim Martial Arts Charlottesville

MARTIAL ARTS

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DAY CAMP / SPRING CAMP / SUMMER CAMP

Through learning to focus on the core moves, they develop discipline and respect.

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM / BIRTHDAY PARTY

They can instantly see and feel a difference, making them destined to build confidence, self-awareness and self-respect.

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Mountain Kim Martial Arts

Grandmaster Mountain Kim, the President and founder of Mountain Kim Martial Arts, was the first person to start a Tae Kwon Do school in the metropolitan Washington area since 1973. Over 50 years, Mountain Kim Martial Arts has been providing instruction in world federation style Taekwondo and the martial arts with more than 20 locations. It starts from children from 3 years old through adult. Over years our school has produced tens of thousands of student from different ages and abilities.

About Us

Over 50 years, Mountain Kim Martial Arts has been providing instruction in world federation style Taekwondo and the martial arts with more than 20 locations from children from 3 years old through adult. Over years our school has produced tens of thousands of student from different ages and abilities.
It’s never too late or too early to begin Martial Arts training! If you would like to improve your self-esteem, add a new exciting as aspect to your life, Mountain Kim Martial Arts center is the place for you.
Now Master Kang brings martial arts to Charlottesville. He is one of excellent martial arts instructor from Mountain Kim. In Charlottesville location,& we offer Tae Kwon Do, Gumdo (Sword), After School Program (AMP), No School Day Camp, Summer/Spring Camp, and Birthday Parties regardless of your gender, age, or martial arts background. There is a program at our school that will meet your needs.

Why Choose Us

We created professional warriors.

What is Taekwondo?

Taekwondo is a modern martial art, characterized by its fast, high and spinning kicks. There are multiple interpretations of the name Taekwondo. Taekwondo is often translated as ‘the way of hand and foot.’ Put this together and Taekwondo means: “The art of kicking and punching” or “The art of unarmed combat.”
Tae Kwon Do is a system of complete body exercise, as well as a way of life. It includes physical techniques and mental discipline. Therefore, taking Tae Kwon Do is more significant than just learning how to fight and keep fit. There are many reasons why Tae Kwon Do is an excellent hobby for men, women, and children.
Some of them include: Self-Defense – Tae Kwon Do is an excellent way to learn about how to protect yourself physically.
Sport – Tae Kwon Do is fun, exciting, challenging sport, and Olympic sport.
Physical Fitness – Tae Kwon Do involves aerobic, strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance training all at once. It will help you achieve all-around athletic prowess. All activities are done with the instructor encouraging you to work at your own pace.
Discipline/Mental Sharpness – Tae Kwon Do is a forma disciplined martial art that aids you in improving your own self-discipline, respect for others, and mental sharpness.
Flexibility – Consistent training and stretching will help you develop much more limber muscles. Artistic/Creative Outlet – Tae Kwon Do provides an artistic outlet with Poomse, or forms. These are beautiful, exciting to perform, and instructive. Fun – Tae Kwon Do is FUN to do and learn, by yourself, or with your family.
Physical Coordination – Learning Tae Kwon Do means discovering how to manipulate your body with grace, speed, and force.

TraditionalKorean Sword Martial Art

Haedong Gumdo literally translates into “East Sea Swordsmanship”. It is a traditional Korean sword martial art that focuses on battle between multiple foes, as opposed to the Japanese style of one on one. This style of weaponry is what we like to consider a true art form at sight. This ancient art requires the practitioner to learn how to maneuver the sword in multiple directions, executing footwork and coordination, which will make one’s swordplay seem like beauty in action.
Haedong Gumdo will improve upon many aspects of the practitioner. Build a stronger mind, body, and spirit through the practices of the ancient and rare art of Haedong Gumdo. The Haedong Gumdo classes consist of defense and striking techniques, one step sparing, forms, cutting and candle light techniques, and meditation. Kumdo is designed to be useful in mind and body training and experiencing the tradition of the sword.

PROGRAMS

CLASSES

special trial offer

2 weeks of martial arts $39 LIMITED TIME SPECIAL PRICE!!

Individualized instruction focused on self-growth
Practical self-defense and goal-achievement lessons to last a lifetime

Group Classes

Master instructors teach the Tae Kwon Do Based classes. Tae Kwon Do is the most widely practiced martial arts in the world and has been a full medal Olympic sport since 2000. Our classes focus on clearly defined curriculum that is arranged so you can set goals, train to achieve them, and experience consistent progress. You can expect improvements in coordination, flexibility, overall physical fitness, as well as weight loss, improved concentration, and mental discipline. The martial arts instruction also offers valuable self-defense skills and instills self-confidence and personal pride. Parents and children can also work side by side to learn and enjoy in our exciting program.

Knee-High Ninja Class

Our Tae Kwon Do Program is focused on improving children age of 3 to kindergarten aged in a curriculum that has been professionally designed to teach children life skills in a fun, exciting, and enriching manner. The children’s basic motor and listening skills as well as building good solid fundamental martial art skills. With greater independence comes the ability to participate without the parent, and our students are lavished with positive reinforcement for self-reliance and following directions. During your child’s class, your child will gain: • To be excited about this activity • Willingness to work towards a goal • Learning to cooperate within a group setting • Wanting to be a leader by being a good example to classmates The Knee-High Ninja class are instruct by great role model instructors who have years of experience working with the preschool and kindergarten age children. They are career martial artists and career instructors who know that having fun while learning their basics will lead to a lifetime love of Tae Kwon Do.

Children Class

You can visit your closest Elite Pawn & Jewelry Store and.Class is ranking from the age of 6 and up. We offer Taekwondo and self-defense programs for children. It is not only the physical benefits are profound, as children practice kicking, punching, blocking, yelling, stretching, running and jumping during each interactive class. All classes are also designed to improve your child’s self-esteem while our class structure teaches discipline and focus by our patient instructors who love to work with children. We also enforce good rules of behavior in class and expect the same good behavior at home and school. The children are grow emotionally and learn about respect, discipline, self-control, self-esteem, focus, and goal setting, as we instill these values employing the distinctive and fun Mountain Kim method. At the same time, our program teaches lifetime self-defense skills. As children get older, their training becomes more serious and intense, but most important of all, it is fun. We offer beginner, intermediate, and advanced level classes. Please refer to the class schedule to check on class days and times.

Private Lessons

One-On-One Customized Training Provided to individuals who want the option to take martial arts lessons outside of the normal class schedule.

Adult / Family Class

Our Family Taekwondo classes are very popular and are a great activity that the whole family can participate in together or at individual times and have experience in a whole new way to have family fun. The class allow parents and children to work, train, and learn together. Our Family Classes teach martial arts in a fun and exciting way that accommodates the different needs of each family member. It’s a unique way to spend time with your children doing something you can all enjoy together. It is also a great family activity to get in shape, build confidence, and develop co-ordination with a supportive atmosphere. We offer beginner, intermediate and advanced level classes. Please refer to the class schedule to check on class days and times. Family discounts apply..

After School Program (AMP)

Who can participate?
Both boys and girls from kindergarten up through 8th grade. Contact us for information and to verify if we offer transportation service from your child school.

What are the hours for the program?
Mountain Kim After School Martial Arts Program runs Monday through Friday from 2:25pm, and parents are required to pick-up by 6:00pm. Your child can participate from 1-5 days a week.

What makes your program better than after school care?
At Mountain Kim After School Martial Arts, your child will get into great shape physically and learn valuable Taekwondo skills. But that’s just the beginning. Your child will also develop:

At Mountain Kim After School Martial Arts, your child will get into great shape physically and learn

• Increased concentration, focus, and memory skills
• Respect and courtesy for others
• Improved self-esteem and self-defense
• The confidence to avoid peer pressure and say no to bullies
• They will also learn the power (and rewards) of perseverance and discipline
• And they will have FUN in the process!!!

Our After School Program has limited availability and fills up quickly. Call us or email us to get your child started today!

Call or Email Us at:
Charlottesville Location
Tel: 434-245-0202
Email: mtkim.info@gmail.com

CAMP

MT.Kim Martial Arts is First and the Best Martial Arts Camp in Charlottesville and Central Virginia.
We are serving ages 4-12 years old. We offer a convenient schedule for parents and kids with half-day and full-day camps during winter, spring, and summer vacations. No school day and holiday camps offer a full day program of martial arts training and day trips and various other fun activities.

MT.Kim Martial Arts offers an exciting camp to Remember. Each day of camp is filled with learning, activities, games, trips, and FUN!!!

Every morning campers participate in traditional martial arts classes led by a professional instructor. Your child can improve physical fitness, coordination, discipline, and self-confidence while learning valuable self-defense skills. Each week of camp is filled with exciting fieldtrips to local parks, pools, playgrounds, theaters, and bowling alley. We provide the transportation and pay the admission fees – all your child has to do is show up and have fun!
No other camp can offer all of these benefits: discipline, self-defense, physical fitness, confidence, leadership, the “Yes, I can” positive attitude and most importantly, fun! All trips are maximum safety. Our gold is to provide a safe and nourishing environment for every child who wants to learn and practice martial arts. During camp, your child will be working with highly trained, certified instructors and having fun with our qualified staffs.

BIRTHDAY PARTY

Provide birthday parties for the ages of 4 years old and up. We put the energy and enthusiasm into a martial arts class which mixed with fun and entertainment at a birthday party. The kids will enjoy a cake cutting ceremony where birthday boy/girl will have an opportunity to cut the cake with a Samurai Sword. There is no prior Martial Arts experience required to participate. Your child can join us for fun and exciting Birthday Party to remember! It will make the most memorable and entertaining birthdays for your family and friends.

We hold our Birthday Parties on Saturday Afternoons from 2:00 to 3:30 pm and 4:30 to 6:00 pm.

Schedule your child’s Birthday Party as early as possible. Our Birthday calendar fills up very quickly. Call or email us today to book the date.

Call or Email Us at:
Charlottesville Location
Tel: 434-245-0202
Email: mtkim.info@gmail.com

SCHEDULE

Instructors

Master Kang has over 40 years of experience teaching Martial Arts to students of all ages. He graduated from Hanyang University in Seoul. He has been training in the martial arts since 1978 in Seoul, South Korea. In addition to traditional Tae Kwon Do training, Master Kang has trained in various other styles and specialization’s including Judo, Hapkido (self defense), Gum Do (sword), and various other Weapons. He immigrated to the United States in 2000 and started teaching Martial Arts at Mountain Kim Martial Arts Headquarter in Vienna, Virginia, until 2007. In the same year, he move to Charlottesville location.

Education/Training
Hanyang University, Seoul, South Korea
● Majored in the Coach & Training and College of Physical Education and Life Sports

Certificates/License
● World Taekwondo Federation, 8th Degree Dan in Tae Kwon Do
● World Taekwondo Federation Teaching License in Physical Education
● World Taekwondo Federation Sparring Coach Certificate
● World Taekwondo Federation Certified Referee
● World Taekwondo Federation Certified Master Instructor
● Judo Association, Black Belt
● Sports Massage Therapy Certification from Korea Sports Injury Prevention Movement Association, South Korea
● Chiropractic Certification from Korea Sports Injury Prevention Movement Association, South Korea
● Children’s Physical Education Certification, South Korea

Awards and Experiences
1984 – 1985 Korean Junior National Demonstration Team
1986 Junior Tae Kwon Do National Champion in South Korea
1987 – 1997 Tae Kwon Do National Champion in South Korea
1992 Tae Kwon Do World Champion in Fukuoka, Japan
1995 – 1997 Korea Military National Champion, Seongnum
1995 – 1997 South Korean Military Martial Arts Instructor
1996 Tae Kwon Do Coach for Korean Junior Olympics Teams
1996 – 1997 World Military International Champion in Seongnum, South Korea
2003 Outstanding Master Instructor for Mountain Kim Martial Arts
2007 Outstanding Master Instructor for Mountain Kim Martial Arts
2007 – 2008 Outstanding Master Instructor and Great Contribution to the Promotion of Tae Kwon Do for World Taekwondo Federation, Kukkiwon, South Korea
2013 Outstanding Master Instructor for Mountain Kim Martial Arts

Master Cindy has more than 30years of experience teaching Martial Arts to students of all ages since 1998. She has been training in the martial arts since 1998 in Front Royal, Virginia with her daughter, and start teaching at Mountain Kim Martial Arts since 2007 in different locations.

Certificates/License
● World Taekwondo Federation, 5th Degree Dan in Tae Kwon Do
● Certified in Adult and Children CPR+AED Certified in standard first Aid
● Certified Massage Therapist
● ACE Certified Personal Trainer

Awards and Experiences
2008 Mountain Kim Martial Arts Grand Champion

Master Dowel start his martial arts training in 1978 at age of 12 with Japanese style. Since he found out about Korean style martial arts, he started to train both style together. The more he train, the more interesting he has toward Tae Kwon Do. Therefore, he decided to concentrate only training Tae Kwon Do since 2007. Along the way he have been a lot of experience in teaching martial arts with both Japanese and Korean styles.

Certificates/License
● World Taekwondo Federation, 5th Degree Dan in Tae Kwon Do

Awards and Experiences
2010 Mountain Kim Martial Arts Champion 2nd Place in Form
2011 Mountain Kim Martial Arts Champion 1st Place in Form

Instructor papa started teaching his first Tae Kwon Do class in Bussan and PA, Senegal. In 2003, he moved to the State. He becomes one of our outstanding instructors at our school since 2008.

Certificates/License
● World Taekwondo Federation, 4th Degree Dan in Tae Kwon Do

Awards and Experiences
1997 Senegalese Tae Kwon Do National Champion – 64 Kg.
1997 Senegalese Tae Kwon Do Ambassador Trophy Winner
1998 – 2000 Senegalese National Tae Kwon Do Team Selection
1999 Senegalese Tae Kwon Do National Champion – 64 Kg.