MyKicks Taekwondo Center

MyKicks Taekwondo Center offers Taekwondo training that includes martial arts for kids classes, martial arts for teens and adult classes, martial arts for family classes, MyKicks Team classes, and private classes. Classes include practice of self-defense skills as part of the training.

• Ages: 4–18 years old

MyKicks Taekwondo Center is led by a team of experienced and dedicated instructors who are certified experts. The leadership team includes GRAND MASTER ERIC DE JESUS, Founder of MyKicks Taekwondo, also listed as GRANDMASTER ERIC DE JESUS, and MASTER ALEX JAMENA. GRAND MASTER ERIC DE JESUS holds an 8th DAN WORLD TAEKWONDO rank and a FIRST CLASS INTERNATIONAL MASTER LICENSE CERTIFICATE from WORLD TAEKWONDO HEADQUARTERS (KUKKIWON), and is an INTERNATIONAL INSTRUCTOR, INTERNATIONAL EXAMINER, and INTERNATIONAL REFEREE HANGMADANG WORLD TAEKWONDO FEDERATION INTERNATIONAL REFEREE. MyKicks Taekwondo Center has been operating since 2007 and notes 17 YEARS SERVING.

The program’s stated mission is that Taekwondo at MyKicks Taekwondo is a holistic discipline that involves strength, agility, mental fortitude, self-discipline, and respect, with a philosophy rooted in traditional Taekwondo values of perseverance, integrity, and indomitable spirit inside and outside the dojang. MyKicks Taekwondo Center describes its training as a totally unique, innovative Taekwondo program with comprehensive training programs that cater to the needs and goals of each student, along with personalized guidance and support. The program states that it offers a nurturing and empowering environment for individuals of all ages and skill levels, with classes structured to accommodate children, teenagers, and adults, and specialized programs for each age group. It notes that no prior experience is necessary, that all experience levels are welcome from beginners to advanced practitioners, and that instructors tailor instruction to suit different abilities.

For kids, MyKicks Taekwondo Center describes its classes as healthy, safe, and fitness-focused, and states that classes enhance positive attitude and academic performance. The program states that martial arts classes for kids can develop focus, self-esteem, self-confidence, lower levels of anxiety, and increased responsibility, and that kids learn respect and discipline while parents get in great shape in family classes. For teens and adults, the program states that classes use Taekwondo as a tool to improve every part of life, helping students get a great workout, reduce stress, and practice self-defense skills. The program also states that martial arts has physical, mental, and social benefits suitable for anyone and everyone, and that families who study martial arts together grow stronger as a family.

MyKicks Taekwondo Center highlights a focus on creating a positive, safe training environment, with top-tier instruction from certified experts and an emphasis on discipline, respect, and mental fortitude as life skills beyond the gym. The program states that it maintains a clean and sanitized training environment, that safety is a top priority, that instructors are certified professionals who prioritize proper technique and safety protocols, and that staff undergo regular safety training. It also notes a supportive and encouraging atmosphere that fosters camaraderie and teamwork. MyKicks Taekwondo Center is affiliated with WORLD TAEKWONDO HEADQUARTERS (KUKKIWON) as implied by its listed credentials. The program is actively involved in the local community through events, demonstrations, and outreach programs, and states that it is helping people across Millbrae, Burlingame, Hillsborough, and surrounding San Mateo County areas find success one step at a time. A free trial is available, and MyKicks Taekwondo welcomes students of all ages.

Last updated April 28, 2026.