Traditional martial arts pursue a noble purpose: to serve, at once, the individual, the community and the Art. These elements do not stand alone, but complement one another. To this end, Kim Studio pledges to provide the instruction and the setting in which to achieve this goal. Kim Studio serves the individual through a rigorous training program characterized by patience and discipline for both s
tudent and instructor. By helping our students achieve a high level of physical fitness and mental preparedness we strive to develop not only the student's body, but his character. A healthy sense of self confidence and self esteem enables the student to not only defend himself, but also help others. As a center of learning, Kim Studio provides a place where students of all ages can cultivate a sense of community and team spirit. We find that the martial arts school, or dojo, provides an atmosphere where cooperation and camaraderie can flourish among people from all walks of life. This is not just a place to learn, but to come together with members of the community. For over three thousands years, the tradition of the martial arts has been to cater to the needs of the individual and society. Kim Studio, as a committed center of quality martial education, serves our art as a conduit through which the ways of the past may be taught to the current generation. In this way, we foster the time honored values of mutual respect, loyalty, humility and honesty. We at Kim Studio dedicate ourselves to upholding these principles and values and hope to continue to develop with our students, our community and our Art.
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What Should I Look for in a School? The development of the individual, both mentally and physically, are the most important functions of the studio. Kim Studio was founded in Silver Spring, MD over 40 years ago by Grand Master Ki Whang Kim. Master Kim's intention was to teach and make good, well rounded martial artists, not just money. Today, over 40 years later, our goal still remains to develop the individual into the best martial artist he or she can be. High Quality Teaching
Instructors are the back bone of a martial arts studio. They must not only be accomplished and experienced martial artists, but must also know how to communicate with students. At Kim Studio, you will find only the most dedicated instructors who have a minimum of ten years experience with their black belts. To Kim Studio instructors, martial arts is not just a job, but a way of life. Team Spirit
A martial arts studio is a place of learning as an individual and as part of a group. Cooperation and camaraderie among people from all walks of life are important in a martial arts studio. Kim Studio provides a place where students of all ages can cultivate a sense of community and team spirit with each other and with the instructors. Integrity
Kim Studio is not a chain or franchise. We don't believe in gimmicks. Our students get personal attention and are well grounded with a solid foundation of traditional techniques, some of which have been developed for over 600 years. We don't promise martial arts to be either fast or easy. We do promise to make you a martial artist.
