World Taekwondo Academy
World TaeKwonDo Academy, 4653 Carmel Mountain Rd, Suite 302, Suite 302, San Diego, CA 92130
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World Taekwondo Academy offers Taekwondo and Taekwondo For Beginners: Basic Kicking Technique, including work on the basic front snap kick. The program includes Children’s Classes, Adult Classes, Private Training, and Wellness Kinesiology.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
World Taekwondo Academy’s leadership team includes Master TJ Kim, Master Jeff Lee, Instructor John Paul, Assistant Instructor Alexander Shahla, Assistant Instructor Jesus Caro, and Assistant Instructor Vincent Willyard. Master TJ Kim has been practicing Taekwondo for over 40 years, was born, raised and trained in Korea, and participated in the 1988 Seoul Olympic games. He came to the United States in 1990 and has been living in San Diego for over 20 years. Master Jeff Lee moved to the United States from Korea, is a professional Taekwondo master, and achieved the Taekwondo Master certificate in 2014; he is also studying economics at the University of California, San Diego. The academy offers authentic Korean martial arts and has been a favorite for Carmel Valley, Del Mar, and San Diego residents. According to the program’s mission statement, classes include practicing high kicks, learning some of the customs, and learning some Korean, and state that they build confidence, produce leaders, and teach focus and commitment. The academy also offers a free training session titled “The ONE Move That Can Save Your Life” and has been featured in media (specific outlets not listed). Testimonials from participants describe great learning, wonderful teachers, a fun and intense Taekwondo studio, and appreciation for learning about South Korean culture and the history of the sport.
Last updated March 14, 2026.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
World Taekwondo Academy’s leadership team includes Master TJ Kim, Master Jeff Lee, Instructor John Paul, Assistant Instructor Alexander Shahla, Assistant Instructor Jesus Caro, and Assistant Instructor Vincent Willyard. Master TJ Kim has been practicing Taekwondo for over 40 years, was born, raised and trained in Korea, and participated in the 1988 Seoul Olympic games. He came to the United States in 1990 and has been living in San Diego for over 20 years. Master Jeff Lee moved to the United States from Korea, is a professional Taekwondo master, and achieved the Taekwondo Master certificate in 2014; he is also studying economics at the University of California, San Diego. The academy offers authentic Korean martial arts and has been a favorite for Carmel Valley, Del Mar, and San Diego residents. According to the program’s mission statement, classes include practicing high kicks, learning some of the customs, and learning some Korean, and state that they build confidence, produce leaders, and teach focus and commitment. The academy also offers a free training session titled “The ONE Move That Can Save Your Life” and has been featured in media (specific outlets not listed). Testimonials from participants describe great learning, wonderful teachers, a fun and intense Taekwondo studio, and appreciation for learning about South Korean culture and the history of the sport.
Last updated March 14, 2026.
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