Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Master Kwon's Hapkido Martial Arts School in Torrance, CA
Master Kwon's Hapkido Martial Arts School has been dedicated to authentic Hapkido training since 1964, serving the South Bay community with expertise and passion. Our certified instructors, tested under Grandmaster Kwon, provide structured programs for adults, children, women, and families, emphasizing practical self-defense, physical fitness, and confidence-building. With a focus on safety and tradition, we offer group activities, anti-bully clinics, and community events, including annual picnics and international recognition ceremonies. Our facility at Dee Hardison Sports Center in Torrance, CA, hosts regular classes, private lessons, and special programs like weapons training and demo team participation.Celebrating over 50 years of teaching, we remain committed to preserving Hapkido's principles while adapting to modern needs. The school's lineage, rooted in Daemoo Hapkido, ensures students receive rigorous, time-tested instruction. Community engagement remains central to our mission, with events like tournaments, Korean cultural showcases, and collaborative programs at Wilson Park. Our structured curriculum, from beginner to advanced levels, caters to diverse age groups and skill levels. Recognized for decades of service, we continue to shape lives through martial arts education. This legacy of excellence positions us as a trusted institution for Hapkido practitioners in Southern California.
Services
Hapkido Classes
Anti-Bully Clinics
Family Training
Weapons Instruction
Community Programs
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors tested by Grandmaster Kwon with decades of experience
- Specialized programs for children, adults, women, and family groups
- Community-focused events including tournaments and cultural celebrations
- Structured curriculum from beginner to advanced Hapkido techniques
- 50+ years of teaching legacy in Southern California
Services
Hapkido Classes
Structured Hapkido training for all skill levels emphasizes self-defense techniques, physical conditioning, and character development. Certified instructors guide students through traditional Korean martial arts principles while adapting methods for modern practicality. Classes focus on improving coordination, discipline, and confidence through systematic curriculum progression.
Anti-Bully Clinics
Specialized programs teach conflict resolution and personal safety strategies to combat bullying situations. Instructors emphasize de-escalation techniques alongside physical defense methods, building students' confidence to handle challenging social environments. Curriculum integrates mental preparedness with practical application for real-world scenarios.
Family Training
Multi-generational martial arts instruction fosters family bonding through shared learning experiences. Sessions accommodate varying skill levels simultaneously, promoting mutual support and collective progress. The program develops communication skills, physical fitness, and intergenerational understanding through structured Hapkido practice.
People
Tae M. Kwon
Senior Grand Master
10th Degree Black Belt with over 50 years of teaching experience in Southern California. Founder of the International Daemoo Hapkido Martial Art Association and recognized pioneer in Hapkido instruction.
Questions
What Hapkido programs are available for children?
We offer specialized youth classes focusing on age-appropriate techniques, discipline, and confidence-building through structured Hapkido instruction.
Are there family martial arts classes available?
Yes, our family training program accommodates multiple generations with simultaneous instruction tailored to different skill levels.
What community events does the school host?
Annual events include picnics, tournaments, Korean cultural showcases, and recognition ceremonies for martial arts pioneers.
How are instructors certified at this school?
All instructors are personally tested and certified by Grandmaster Kwon through the International Daemoo Hapkido Association.
