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Master Kim

For more than 40 years, Master Kim has dedicated his life to teaching traditional Taekwondo with discipline, passion and respect for martial values.

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• 7th Dan Kukkiwon

• +40 years of experience

• National team

• 1987 World Championship

 

Master Kim has devoted his life to teaching traditional taekwondo for more than 40 years.

Master Kim, 7th dan, of Korean origin and born in Seoul in 1967, has been teaching traditional taekwondo for over 40 years. His approach focuses on self-defense, discipline and personal development, allowing each student to progress both physically and mentally.

He personally teaches every day alongside his instructors, ensuring high-quality supervision and faithful transmission of his knowledge.

A former member of the Belgian national team and military elite athlete, he participated in the 1987 World Championship in Barcelona. He started teaching at the age of 16 in 7 clubs, including Knokke and Bruges. He was then called to military service, which he completed as a military elite athlete in taekwondo while continuing his sporting career at the highest level.

With the same conviction and dedication, he still works tirelessly today for the transmission of taekwondo as his main activity, both within the Academy and in many schools.

His vision is to offer every student long-term opportunities for growth by encouraging continuous learning, openness and respect for the fundamental values of taekwondo.

“Teaching built on discipline, respect and passion.”

 

THE ACADEMY

A structured academy, accessible to everyone, where discipline and martial values guide each student throughout their progress.

  • Several clubs (Uccle, Saint-Gilles)
  • Partner clubs (Herstal, Forest, Dubai)
  • 5 training days per week
  • Training from children to adults
  • Structured supervision
  • Affiliated with the official national federation Taekwondo Vlaanderen

Today, our Academy brings together several clubs in Belgium as well as international partners, offering a structured and accessible learning environment for everyone.

The teaching is based on essential values : respect, discipline and rigor, which form the foundation of every student’s progress.

The educational and social role is central to our approach. The Academy welcomes students from all backgrounds and promotes a multicultural, enriching and respectful environment.

Beyond sports practice, we also transmit a true way of life, based on social cohesion, mutual support and self-improvement.

Our Academy also includes several Belgian champions and many black belts, reflecting the quality of the teaching and the commitment of our students.

Discipline – Respect – Perseverance – Self-control

Structured teaching based on traditional martial values.

 

 

 

+40 years of experience

+1000 students trained

+50 black belts

International presence

 

Accessible to everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners.

✔ Children (from 5 years old)
✔ Juniors
✔ Adults
✔ All levels

Classes organized by age groups, allowing everyone to progress at their own pace. 

Supervision provided by qualified instructors, with progressive teaching that respects the values of taekwondo.

The membership offers UNLIMITED access to all classes and clubs.

Training camps are also organized throughout the year to enrich the students’ practice and experience.

 

Come and discover the atmosphere of the Academy with no obligation.

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BELT EXAMINATIONS

A structured and internationally recognized grading system ensuring serious and long-term progression. The diplomas are internationally recognized by Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters in South Korea).

✔ Worldwide recognized diplomas
✔ Kukkiwon (Korea)
✔ Structured belt examinations

The examinations within the Academy follow the official standards of Kukkiwon, the world headquarters of taekwondo based in South Korea.

This recognition guarantees our students internationally valid certifications, allowing them to continue their journey anywhere in the world.

The evaluation system is progressive and demanding, valuing technique, discipline and the personal growth of each practitioner.

Our goal is to provide clear, fair and recognized progression while respecting the traditions of taekwondo.

 

View the examinations

Official Kukkiwon diplomas recognized worldwide.

DOBOK

Why black or white?

In our Academy, the traditional white dobok (= uniform) is worn from black belt level (= Dan) or during official taekwondo events (competitions, seminars, ...).

Before reaching this level, students wear a black dobok for practical reasons (outdoor training, easier maintenance) as well as symbolic reasons. The black color of the dobok does not affect the official quality of the taekwondo instruction you receive.

The symbol of our Academy : PADO

A strong symbol representing the spirit and philosophy of our Academy.

The term Pado, which means “wave ” in Korean, symbolizes movement, continuity and constant progress.

Like a wave, the learning of taekwondo is built over time through consistency, perseverance and adaptation.

This symbol reflects the philosophy of our Academy : to constantly evolve while remaining faithful to the fundamental values of taekwondo.

It also embodies the balance between strength and self-control, between tradition and evolution.

Pado also becomes a language of greeting used by club members to express different meanings and messages.

 

“Like a wave, the practitioner constantly evolves with strength and self-control.”

 

Last edited: 13/05/2026