Jong Hap Mu Sool (JHMS)

Jong Hap Mu Sool (JHMS) "The foundation of JHMS is rooted in core traditional values of respect, humility, honesty, trust and loyalty. Am I living life to my potential?

Each of these has a distinct definition, but their application will be unique to everyone." Be Your Best

Our mission is to connect with people and guide them on their journey to self-awareness. Reaching a level of mental and physical confidence, a person can empower him or herself to be their best. We all face challenges everyday at home, school and work. At times, a person might find him or hers

elf wondering:

"What is the purpose of life? Is there more I can do?"

We at Jong Hap Mu Sool (JHMS) Martial Arts provide an environment where a person can nurture his or her internal growth through the mental and physical disciplines of martial arts. We focus on cooperative rather than competitive learning practices to help each student reach their individual potential. By creating strong unity in the studio, we can collectively reach greater goals by helping our community, our state, this nation, and the greater world. Along this journey, a person can discover their purpose and unique potential, and can contribute towards making this world a better place. In order to build this momentum, one must begin with the individual. The foundation of JHMS is rooted in core traditional values of respect, humility, honesty, trust and loyalty. Each of these has a distinct definition, but their application will be unique to everyone. As the student progresses on this journey, these values will provide strong roots where they can nurture their full and boundless potential. This inner realization is the building block of this martial art system.

What an amazing day at Taekwondo yesterday!During class, we held our belt testing, and Daniel did an outstanding job. Si...
06/14/2026

What an amazing day at Taekwondo yesterday!

During class, we held our belt testing, and Daniel did an outstanding job. Since this was his very first belt test, we were especially impressed by his focus, effort, and confidence throughout the examination.

🎉 Congratulations to Daniel on earning his White Belt!

This is a wonderful accomplishment and the beginning of an exciting martial arts journey. We are very proud of his hard work, dedication, and positive attitude.

Keep up the great work, Daniel! We look forward to watching you continue to grow and succeed in Taekwondo.

🥋 Jong Hap Mu Sool Martial Arts

Hello JHMS Family,I would like to sincerely thank all of our students and parents who joined us for Picture Day today. I...
05/03/2026

Hello JHMS Family,

I would like to sincerely thank all of our students and parents who joined us for Picture Day today. It truly meant a lot to see everyone come together and be part of such a special day.

I believe all of our students had a great time taking pictures and creating wonderful memories here at the studio. Your presence and support made today very meaningful for me and for our school.

For those who were unable to attend, we hope you can join us next year or the year after.

Thank you again for being part of our JHMS family.
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend.

Sincerely,
JHMS Team

Before anything else, I would like to recognize something special from last Saturday.James earned his White Belt. Althou...
04/26/2026

Before anything else, I would like to recognize something special from last Saturday.
James earned his White Belt. Although this message comes a little late, I want to sincerely congratulate him on this important milestone. Well done, James!

Today was truly a day full of celebrations, and I wanted to take a moment to share this special day with everyone.

This morning, we had a Taekwondo belt test.
Jill earned her Gold Belt, and Quinton and Evelyn earned their Green Belts. Congratulations to all of you on your hard work and achievement!

In the afternoon, we held our regular belt testing. Congratulations to everyone who passed today. I am incredibly proud of each and every student—your effort, focus, and determination truly showed. You all did a fantastic job!

Lastly, Rowan successfully passed the Sword Testing today. It was a wonderful performance, and I am very proud of his accomplishment.

Once again, my sincere congratulations to all of you.
It is an honor to be part of your journey and to watch each of you grow not only as martial artists, but as individuals.

Let’s continue this amazing martial arts journey together!

What a fantastic day we had at Taekwondo class yesterday!We held our belt testing on Saturday, and the students performe...
03/23/2026

What a fantastic day we had at Taekwondo class yesterday!

We held our belt testing on Saturday, and the students performed exceptionally well. Their focus, effort, and confidence throughout the test were truly impressive, and we are very proud of their progress.

🎉 Congratulations to Rosie on earning a Green Belt!
🌟 Congratulations to Ashley on achieving her Brown Belt!

We are incredibly proud of all the students for their hard work and dedication. Keep pushing forward and continuing to grow!

🥋 JHMS Mixed Martial Arts – Belt Testing DayToday at JHMS Martial Arts, our students stepped onto the mat to take on the...
03/08/2026

🥋 JHMS Mixed Martial Arts – Belt Testing Day

Today at JHMS Martial Arts, our students stepped onto the mat to take on the challenge of belt testing. It was great to see everyone demonstrate their focus, discipline, and determination. Moments like this show how much our students continue to grow through consistent training and effort.

Congratulations to all students who earned their next belt today. Your hard work and commitment are clearly paying off, and we are proud of the progress each of you has made.

Today we also held a Black Belt testing. The candidates showed excellent technique, composure, and strong spirit throughout the test. Their performance reflected the many years of dedication required to reach this level.

Well done to everyone who participated and represented.

02/26/2026

Beyond the Belt

Martial arts is not simply time spent learning techniques.
It is not a process of changing the color of a belt.

Martial arts is a path that builds a person.

Through martial arts, we train the body —
but what is truly being trained is the mind.

Strong bodies are built through practice.
Strong minds are built through choice.

The choice to come to training even when you are tired.
The choice to repeat something even when it is difficult.
The choice to try again when it does not go well.

Those choices, repeated day after day, make you stronger.

Martial arts teaches respect —
respect for your instructors, teammates, family, and yourself.

Martial arts teaches humility —
the courage to admit you are not yet perfect,
the willingness to keep learning,
the determination to stand up again after you fall.

Skill can be displayed. Character is revealed.
Technique can improve quickly. Character is refined over time.

Mistakes are okay. Falling is okay.
But one thing is never acceptable:

Quitting.

Finish what you start.
Stand firm in difficulty.
Rise again.

That is the first spirit of martial arts.

We are not simply building strong athletes.
We are building strong individuals —
people who overcome themselves,
people their families can be proud of,
people who live with respect and humility.

Martial arts is not about defeating others.
It is about conquering yourself.

That is why we walk this path.

— JHMS

What an amazing day at our Taekwondo class.We held our belt test during class today, and the students absolutely crushed...
01/25/2026

What an amazing day at our Taekwondo class.
We held our belt test during class today, and the students absolutely crushed it—especially those who were testing for the very first time. Their focus, effort, and confidence were truly impressive, and we couldn’t be more proud!

🎉 Congratulations to Jill and Kristina on earning their White Belts!
🌟 Congratulations to Evelyn on earning her Gold Belt!

We are so proud of all of them for their hard work and dedication. Keep up the great work!

Dear JHMS Families and Students,We wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!May this festive seas...
12/24/2025

Dear JHMS Families and Students,

We wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
May this festive season be filled with joy, good health, and cherished moments with your loved ones.

Thank you for being a valued member of the JHMS family.
We truly appreciate your trust and support, and we look forward to training together again in the new year.

Warmest wishes,
JHMS Team

🥋 Belt Testing Success! 🥋A big congratulations to all of our students who successfully passed their belt tests yesterday...
12/14/2025

🥋 Belt Testing Success! 🥋

A big congratulations to all of our students who successfully passed their belt tests yesterday! Your dedication, discipline, and consistent effort were clearly demonstrated, and we are very proud of the progress each of you has made. This achievement is a reflection of the time and heart you’ve invested in your training—keep pushing forward and continue to grow on and off the mat. 💪✨

In addition, we also held a Black Belt testing, and those candidates performed exceptionally well. Their focus, composure, and high level of technique truly stood out. Well done to everyone who stepped up to this challenge and represented our school with excellence. 🥋👏

12/07/2025

Be ready for the Shepherdstown’s Christmas parade.

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7670 Martinsburg Pike
Shepherdstown, WV
25443

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday 4pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 4pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 4pm - 9:30pm
Friday 4:30pm - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+13048760288

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