Living Proof Martial Arts & Fitness

Living Proof Martial Arts & Fitness offers traditional Taekwondo training that includes a children’s Taekwondo program, a teen martial arts program, an Olympic-style sparring program, competitive training, and tournament preparation. The program combines traditional Taekwondo techniques with a modern athletic approach and follows a teaching philosophy that emphasizes technical excellence, physical discipline, strong character, mental resilience, and confidence. Children progress at their own pace through an age-appropriate curriculum, and the teen program focuses on leadership qualities and emotional resilience, with world-class instruction for all students.

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Thursday from 4:00 PM–8:00 PM and Friday from 7:00 PM–8:00 PM

Master James Howe II is the master instructor at Living Proof Martial Arts & Fitness and is a 4th-degree Black Belt with over 30 years of dedicated Taekwondo training. His credentials include being a 13-time US National Team Member, 6-time US National Champion, 10-time California State Champion, 2-time Florida State Champion, 2-time Collegiate National Champion and University Games Team Member, 3-time US Jr. National Team Member, 3-time World Cup Team Member, 4-time World Taekwondo Gran Prix Athlete, 2-time US Open Champion, and Pan American Silver Medalist. He is Filipino-American, born and raised in the Bay Area, and discovered his passion for martial arts at an early age. The mission of Living Proof Martial Arts & Fitness states that its martial arts programs are specifically designed to develop crucial life skills that benefit students in all aspects of their lives. A complimentary trial class is available, and the program notes that the quickest response is via email or text. One parent testimonial states, “My kid loves this place. Great instructors and staff. Highly recommended!!!”

Last updated March 20, 2026.