Exceed Martial Arts

1631 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

map1631 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

About

Exceed Martial Arts offers Mighty Mites, Kids Taekwondo, a Teens Program, an Adults Program, kickboxing, fitness kickboxing, and a Competition Program. The Kids Taekwondo classes customize instruction by age and belt level, and the Teens Program, Adults Program, kickboxing, and Competition Program each follow their own described focus and structure. An assessment class is available so families can experience the program and determine which specific program matches their goals, and families can book a free trial and access a starter kit with current program details and an online offer.

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings

Exceed Martial Arts states that “Your achievement is our mission.” The leadership and instructional team includes Master Jackson, Instructor Katie Jackson, Instructor “AJ,” Assistant Instructor Bianca Jackson, and Program Manager Mrs. Sophea Jackson. Staff credentials include multiple black belts held by Master Jackson in Tang Soo Do, Moo Duk Kwan Taekwondo, Kukkiwon Taekwondo, and training in Chin Nah, as well as Kukkiwon-certified black belts for Instructor Katie Jackson and Instructor “AJ,” and a Kukkiwon poom rank for Assistant Instructor Bianca Jackson. The program reports having trained 1,324 students and notes a 4.9 out of 5 average customer satisfaction rating based on 21+ reviews from families and students.

Exceed Martial Arts highlights inclusive learning, a community atmosphere, and support for a range of goals across its programs. The Mighty Mites classes focus on improving basic motor and listening skills in a fun and motivating way, Kids Taekwondo uses specific criteria for enrollment and progress, the Teens Program emphasizes both physical and mental well-being with lifelong health habits and life skills, and the Adults Program includes self-defense, fitness, weight management, mental acuity, and emotional resilience. The kickboxing and fitness kickboxing options use authentic techniques to work strength and agility, and the Competition Program is described as guiding students toward championship success.

Community involvement includes holding a class for children in the school’s parking lot so the public could watch the instruction. Parent and student testimonials describe Exceed Martial Arts as a taekwondo school where children attend training sessions with pleasure, with comments noting respect and traditions of taekwondo, a family-oriented and professional environment, and instruction that is strict yet fun. Multiple reviewers describe Master Jackson as a knowledgeable coach and mentor with experience nationally and internationally as a coach, judge, and competitor, and several reviews mention long-term impact from his teaching and coaching.

Last updated March 19, 2026.

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