We enrolled our 4-year-old daughter in Master Park's Taekwondo class, and it has been an incredible experience. In just a short time, we've seen real improvement in her focus, balance, and listening skills. Master Park has a wonderful way of teaching discipline while keeping the class fun, funny, and full of energy--our daughter always looks forward to going! What makes this school stand out is how involved the parents are, too. There are interactive moments and events that make it feel like a community, not just a class. One of our favorite moments was when our daughter proudly told us she was able to set boundaries with a classmate and said, "Master Park taught me!" We're so glad we signed up and would highly recommend this program to any family looking for a mix of discipline, confidence-building, and fun. read more

Okay. Firstly- I am a black belt at this studio. I had Master Rhee as my first master, then Master Park. They are very good masters. I mean- VERY good masters. I have done taekwondo here for 6 years- half of my life. We have cross-training, which is when one studio goes to another studio. Taekwondo has shaped my life. It made me a leader of all kinds. I encourage you (if you haven't) to join our taekwondo community! read more

I've enrolled my 4 year old in their Tiny Tigers toddler program. He's been so excited to participate and engage in the class! I've seen big improvements in his confidence already. Highly recommend Master Park read more

"Excel Taekwondo is an amazing place for kids! My children are really enjoying the classes, and Master Pai is incredibly friendly, patient, and encouraging. The positive atmosphere makes learning fun while building discipline and confidence." read more

Excel Taekwondo Academy - Really good place, kids really enjoying, I highly recommend this place. Coach friendly , and he knew how to make friends to the kids. - Taekwondo Near Me - Claremont, California

Amazing dojo and very wonderful instructor. Highly recommended self defense class for a little toddler!

Love the studio! My kids have been going since they were 5 years old!! Best decision ever! read more

Super spot for martial arts! Kids advance quickly. Discipline and routine is emphasized.

My son loved his first class! It was a perfect balance of kindness and discipline. I took tae kwon do as a child and I think the instructor was fantastic. read more

Not only trains your child in martial arts techniques but also supports their physical, mental, and emotional development, shaping them into confident, disciplined, and respectful individuals who can better handle life's challenges. Thank you Master Park read more

Absolutely amazing Center. Master Park does such a great job with the kids. I definitely recommend this center if you want to learn taekwondo. read more

My 9 year-old son has been attending Excel TKD for the last 2-3 years and is a red belt. In addition to martial arts skills, Excel has helped teach him principles of discipline, respect, and perseverance. Master Park is very kind, patient, and great with children of all ages and levels. There is also usually at least 1 black belt level helper who also assists and is great with kids. My son really enjoys the classes and has gained more strength and confidence. read more

I needed to pick up my friend's kid from his class here at Excel. Had some time to spare so I came a little early to check out the class and whoop on his Master (jk) I thought I'd just be watching a bunch of kids flailing their arms and legs, but was actually a little impressed with how Master Rhee handled everyone. He's very firm with his students, but at the same time the kids look like they're having fun. He encourages them but keeps it real and gives them constructive criticism, none of that babying crap making kids feel entitled. Spoke to the Master briefly before his next class started.. pretty cool guy My friend's kid really likes coming to his classes here and my friend told me that his kid's behavior has been improving. It's nice to see genuine people teaching the younger generation how to defend themselves and be good, decent human beings. read more

Master John is the best! He is so patient and works great with the students! I highly recommend excel to people of all ages!

My 9 yr old niece is a nice kid.. but having a great disciplinary coach, exercise, and self defense could never hurt. I like to visit her alot from Orange County, so the last time I was there, we visited a few TKD dojos, and ended up at Excel TKD Academy. Thank Goodness! Juanita loves Master Rhee! Thank you so much, Juanita and I highly recommend Excel Taekwondo Academy. read more

My niece has some serious case of ADHD. When I first met Master Rhee, I was a little underwhelmed by his presence. However, the level of professionalism that he displayed was overwhelming. In just a month, Master Rhee was able to help my niece with focus and she is much happier. I'm so relieved I brought my niece here. She is getting stronger and more disciplined. I hope she doesn't kick my ass one day! Thank you, Master Rhee! read more

I highly recommend Excel Taekwondo, Claremont located in the Baseline shopping center next to Vons. My son absolutely loves it! His instructor, Master Rhee is a phenomenal teacher and mentor. He teaches the kids of all ages discipline, self control, indomitable spirit, perseverance and having a positive attitude. Master Rhee makes the lessons fun yet challenging. My son looks forward to every session and wants to arrive early to get started. My son is listening better at home and seems more confident and most importantly happy.I think it's a great foundation of principles for kids of all ages. Thank you Master Rhee! read more

Excel Taekwondo Academy - Taekwondo Near Me - Claremont, California

Professionals are judged in many ways; their ability to produce results, their dedication to inspire others; their patience and wisdom and along list of leadership traits and other accolades. Master Jim Nam and Master Josh Rhee are cut from this cloth of professionals listed above and any parent wishing to develop their children into focused, dedicated, respectful young men and women that are result producing and into the young leaders our society needs. Then bring you children to Excel Taekwondo the professionals that will achieve your life goals for your children. This is a great place to be! read more

My small person has been coming to Excel Taekwondo for nearly 6 months. The amount of confidence and strength that this training has instilled in her is nearly immeasurable. She is 5 and though some of her classmates may be older she has learned so much just from trying to keep up with the big kids. All the instructors and Master Rhee show so much and consideration for the kids. They really are a Blackbelt Academy with Blackbelt Attitute. If you are considering martial arts for yourself or your kids, I can not recommend anyone higger than Master Rhee and his team. read more

Excel Taekwondo Academy - Such fierceness! - Taekwondo Near Me - Claremont, California

This is a brand new Taekwondo studio. Everything is clean and organized. Master Rhee is really great with kids and really works well with every student. I can tell he he truly has passion for what he does. read more

Cannot give enough stars to this place! A million stars! My son started a few months ago and was very shy and didn't want to try any sports. Master Rhee is really the most attentive, caring and generous teacher. The first day was rough and if it wasn't for him my son would've given up. Highly recommend this academy for its great learning experiences in taekwondo and life for kids these days! read more

I love this place for my two kids. Master Rhee is a very patient teacher. He makes kids earn the next belt, that way they get a sense of pride that they accomplished it themselves. I highly recommend this place. It is well worth your $$$. Take your kids here you won't regret it. Master Rhee is very traditional, and teaches disclipine. read more

This New Location just opened up and I am super excited!! Master Rhee is very knowledgeable when it comes to teaching Taekwondo and discipline from Children to Adults of all ages. I know my two boys learned alot all the while having lots of fun!! MUST give it a try :) read more

Our daughter has been going to Excel Taekwondo for a year now, and they have only improved from the outstanding level at which they started. The atmosphere is the same: fun but focused, with a great emphasis on responsibility and respect. More class times are available and a wonderful assistant instructor was added. We are so thankful we found them! read more

I love this place!! Master Rhee is very good with kids I love the fact that my child has a routine of goin to school doing taekwondo and practices at home when they don't open the studio.....100% recommend it! I took my child to other taekwondo studios and they were not as professional speakers to kids under 6...like I see in this place... Check it out you might consider signing up your child read more

Im leaving this on the behalf of my aunt who does not have a yelp account. She purposefully asked me to leave an excellent review because how much my cousins enjoy it there. That alone should already tell you about their experience. My cousins are 7 and 10 year old boys and from what i can tell, they enjoy a good mix of discipline, sportsmanship, exercise, and just bonding with peers of their age. They look forward to tkd and are excited to show me their moves every time i see them. Master Rhee seems to be young but he engages with the kids well and keeps their attention while allowing them to have fun. Ive seen videos and pictures of my cousins and im actually pretty impressed with how much skill they have picked up over the year. The staff seem friendly and talented, at least in my untrained eyes. I know they also have activity nights and such and my aunt definitely takes advantage of that to have some time to themselves while the kids go play! read more

This is the best tae kwon do studio in town. I heard about their other studio in Victorville and decided to give them a try. I am very glad that I did. Let me start off by saying that Master Rhee is the best instructor that I have seen. He is very patient, but at the same time demands excellence. A no non-sense type atmosphere. My kids have been in studios where kids are messing around and the instructors do nothing to correct them out of fear of parents getting upset about diciplining their kids. This studio is not that place. Master Rhee demands respect and the kids all fall in line. I have noticed that my kids follow directions better at home because of the studios directive of respecting elders and parents. That in it self is worth the cost of the studio. I highly recommend this place. read more

So thankful for Excel Taekwondo Academy. My nephew who is 8 years old was having a lot of problems with bullies at his school and my cousin decided to send him to this academy and I got to go check out one of his classes. The instructor and Master Rhee are very professional and do a great job teaching the children. I can already see my nephew with a lot more confidence and a change in attitude thanks to the academy. Can't wait to have kids so I can send them here. read more

Master Rhee is a great person who really cares about his students. He makes sure the students are always doing their best and improving and still makes the class fun. Here you don't just learn tae kwon do, you learn so many life skills such as respect, discipline, perseverance, hard work etc. You won't regret coming here :) read more

Last year, our kids were introduced to Excel Taekwondo at the school they attend. Master Rhee made such an impression on our boys that when the time came for them to experience a class at the studio, we jumped on it. What stands out the most is the character building and the way Master Rhee and instructor John implement practical life skills and anti-bullying techniques. These are the basics that run deep in every class they have attended since day one, and we have been with this studio for almost a year. Their skill level has improved greatly, but their self confidence, control, courtesy and perseverance have impressed us so much. I know that being part of the Excel Taekwondo Academy family has helped shape our children's character and I know it will make a lasting impact on them as they grow older. Not only do they work really hard and yield great results, they encourage each other and have tons of fun! We are at this studio at least 4 days a week for about 50 min each day and we drive from Rancho Cucamonga because we love it so much! If you have always hoped that your children become well rounded humans, you'll be glad to send them here and the other classmates and their families are top notch! read more

Master Rhee is an excellent instructor. He is good with small children , teens, and adults. My sons earned their 1st degree belt under his instruction. They were taught respect, discipline, self-defense, and great physical fitness.Anyone would benefit greatly from Master Rhee's instruction and influence. read more

Extremely pleased with the quality of instruction and the emphasis on building character, respect and strength for my son. He is loving martial arts and flourishing under a system that emphasizes kindness and mutual respect. This place is top tier training for kids and adults. read more