About

TaeKuk Martial Arts is led by Masters Moon and Leo, who are highly regarded as exceptional instructors. They set high expectations while ensuring training is engaging and suitable for all ages. The school is widely recommended for its effective and enjoyable approach to teaching challenging Taekwondo skills.

Recommendations

Experience

10

"The best place for a kid to learn, not only tkwd, but respect, responsibility and kindness.
Master Moon and Master Leo are an example of what a teacher is meant to be."

Alex Hochstetler

7/15/2026
10

"Masters Moon and Leo are fantastic instructors who are both very knowledgeable and excellent with their students. They will make you sweat! But you'll have fun doing it."

Peter Seelman

7/15/2026
10

"I first joined TaeKuk Martial Arts at 5 or 6, and their kindness, inspiration, and enthusiasm literally changed the trajectory of my life over the 14+ years I attended classes."

Tania St-Laurent

7/15/2026
10

"Our family has been part of this Taekwondo school for the past few years, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the experience.

From day one, the instructors have created a warm, encouraging, and respectful environment where every child feels seen and supported. They don’t just teach Taekwondo—they help children grow in confidence, discipline, resilience, and kindness.

What has impressed me most is how well they adapt to each stage of a child’s development. They understand that every age comes with different emotional, social, and physical needs, and they meet the children exactly where they are. They celebrate progress, encourage perseverance, and make every child feel capable of succeeding.

The physical training is excellent, but the life lessons are just as valuable. My son has grown not only in strength and coordination but also in self-confidence and respect for others.

If you’re looking for a place that genuinely cares about children and helps them become better, stronger, and more confident individuals, I wholeheartedly recommend this school. We feel very fortunate to be part of their community."

Karina Manasseh

8/31/2026
10

"We absolutely had the best experience with Master Moon and Master Leo at Taekuk. Ou son started when he was 5 years old and went through all the stages. The environment is energetic and teachers and supportive and compassionate while teaching kids to be disciplined."

Duarte Nicholas

8/30/2026
10

"Very helpful staff. Been going since I was 7 years old, staff felt very helpful and accomdating. Would recommend for partents looking for an exciting extra cirricular activity for their kid."

Gabriela Dutra

8/24/2026
10

"My son and daughter have been coming to the Bethesda location since they were 4 and 3 years old, and they are now 9 and 6. We could not recommend this school more highly! They are incredible with kids of all ages and developmental stages. The instructors are kind, respectful, and firm when needed, and they bring such amazing energy to every class. It has been wonderful to watch our kids grow, learn different skills, challenge themselves and gain confidence here over the years. We are so grateful to have found this community!"

Rodrigo Flores

8/22/2026
10

"Excellent! A perfect combination of empathy and kindness, paired with rigor and technical expertise, in teaching Tae Kwon Do."

Amir

8/22/2026
10

"Awesome"

Yohanes Abera

8/8/2026
10

"This place has been nothing short of a fun camp as described. I love the structure and scheduling of the more than handful of different activities which campers and counselors can participate in (and supervise at the same time). If you want to come to this place in the summer camp or non summer camp days you’ll be more than welcomed here so don’t think about it twice."

yoko0619

8/1/2026
10

"My son has been practicing Taekwondo at this studio over 4 years. He loves his practice. Classes are serious, encouraging, warm and inclusive. All Masters are very approachable yet teach kids disciplines required for exercises. highly recommend this studio."

Brandon Ridenhour

7/31/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for TaeKuk Martial Arts

miley

7/29/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for TaeKuk Martial Arts

Ellias H

7/27/2026
10

"Great instructors and wonderful lessons"

Luke and Alice H

7/26/2026
10

"Wonderful TKD studio. Great instructors. Kids love it here!"

Jane Lee

7/25/2026
10

"The team is caring and teaches discipline and good sportsmanship. Great leadership from Master Moon and Leo."

10

"Master Moon and his team are amazing, highly recommend them!"

Marco Chong

7/22/2026
10

"Great vibe, Master Leo and Master Moon are super passionate and engage with students personally. Lessons are varied and have good energy, while maintaining standards of professionalism and in depth knowledge and love for the martial art."

Liv Birnstad

7/22/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for TaeKuk Martial Arts

Mayre Damour

7/22/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for TaeKuk Martial Arts

Karen

7/20/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for TaeKuk Martial Arts

승민 박

7/16/2026
10

"Tae Kuk Martial Arts has helped me grown into a person I believe I wouldn't have been if it weren't for them. I am beyond thankful and honored to be trained under them!"

Lindsay Haskell

7/16/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for TaeKuk Martial Arts

O Guan

7/15/2026
10

"Master Moon and Master Leo are the most wonderful instructors one can ask for."

Geri Waters

7/15/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for TaeKuk Martial Arts

Nik Cook

7/15/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for TaeKuk Martial Arts

Robin Baker

7/14/2026
10

"Masters Moon and Leo are wonderful - they are among the best instructors I have ever seen. They set high expectations for students to learn challenging TKD skills, but make it fun and age appropriate. I recommend Tae Kuk to all of my fiends!"

Zoey Evans

7/14/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for TaeKuk Martial Arts