A great martial arts studio for kids and adults! The family that runs the studio are great and it's a fun environment to learn taekwondo and hapkido. read more

Me (the mom): "Bud, why do you like Taekwondo at The Martial Way?" My son: "I like it there because it's fun and I can get to earn a bunch of cool belts and I learn new things and it makes me strong!" My son started training here Spring of 2021 and loves coming to class twice a week. I do too to be honest. Grandmaster Lee, Master Lee, Ms. Lee and Mr. Lee are passionate about this art form whilst being incredibly nice, approachable and patient. I really don't know how they don't lose their s--- cause sometimes, as we all know, younger kids are nuts and all over the place. The instructors, week after week, manage to contain the madness, make it fun and instill confidence, strength and executive function. Another thing I also like about this studio is that they really test the students before promoting them to the next level. It's not just based on age or how many months you've trained. It's based on whether the student has trained hard, is focused and ready to level up and progress. TMW has evening adult classes, Saturday morning stretches and Master Lee teaches a self defense program periodically too. Throughout the year, they have their demo team perform for the public and students can go watch their instructors do some cool tricks like break bricks and backflips to get inspired. Good thing we love this studio and the Lee family cause we'll be here till my son gets his black belt. We're committed. read more

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We are grateful for The Lee Family and all their instruction to our two boys teaching them discipline, respect, honesty, and building their character. The Lee family is dedicated and passionate about building up the kids' confidence and allowing them to spar a lot which is where the real application of Tae Kwon Do is. Very diverse group of dedicated students and families that attend and that is encouraging and inspirational. Thank you to the Master Lees Family! read more

An excellent place for children & adults for self defense lessons. Grand Master Lee & Master Jodie are patient & fun to be around. They too teach moral & ethical values to the kids which is an absolute essential part in character building. My children look forward to their next lessons & I hope they keep learning & growing in Martial ways. read more

My son joined TMW last November and he loves going to his classes. It is a family run academy and each member of their family is very passionate about and dedicated to Taekwondo. Although the classes are in relatively big groups (white belt) but they pay attention to every student and give them one on one instruction so they master their moves. They also offer adult classes me and my husband loved their classes to the point that we recently signed up for them! Like young kids they give one on one instructions to every adult students too and we are very excited for our martial art journey :) read more

Five months ago my son started taking classes at the Martial Way, and a month later. After just a couple weeks of watching him train and grow, my wife and I were so impressed, we joined the adult class, and it is the best thing I've ever done. Grand Master Lee, Master Lee, and the whole Lee family are just so great! Patient, communicative, caring, motivating, and absolute experts. read more

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The Martial Way is so great! My 4 year old and 7 year old enjoyed taking classes here over the summer. I am so grateful for Master Jodi, Grand Master Lee and their family for the care that they give to all the students while teaching them all the basics of taekwondo, and teaching the students about honesty, confidence, respect and many other characteristics. If you're looking for a place for your kids to learn taekwondo, this is the place!! read more

My family had been going to The Martial Way years ago when I was a kid. The studio always had a strong family feel and fun environment. Master Lee was always so funny and great with kids. Master Jodi Lee was very kind and engaging with her students. Fast forward 15 years when my son turned 4, I knew where I was going to take him for his first Taekwondo class. Sure enough, the masters were just as great as I remembered. They really engaged with him (and all students) to improve his technique. They really challenge the kids to do their best. He is about 2 months in and absolutely loves it. The class really does improve discipline, self-esteem, & strength. It's a great outlet for any child. You will not be disappointed! Thank you The Martial Way! read more

Amazing place! We have seen such a change in our daughter's self confidence. They treat you like family and really spend time on each child. Highly recommend read more

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The Lee family are all spectacular. Both of my kids have been training with them going on two years now. I love all the life lessons that are included within the training. I like the fact that they don't just promote kids every time, they wait until the kids are ready to move forward. I highly recommend this family run establishment! read more

I started my journey with The Martial Way because of my kids who had been taking classes for some time. It is something that I had always wanted to try and after watching the care and mastery of the studio I was enthralled to try it out for myself. Not having any experience, I was instantly thrown into an amazing world of self-improvement, self-confidence, and physical and emotional mastery. The Martial Way is a family-owned studio with a genuine Grand Master which is no small feat. Since my time spent at the studio my kids and I have grown exponentially. I am proud of myself and my kids and have something to look forward to on regular basis. I feel healthier and stronger than I have been in a long time. The workouts are intense and electrifying. The mindfulness is purifying and I feel happier overall being part of it. So in closing I wanted to thank the team at The Martial Way for life changing and gratifying experience. You can tell that they care and are serious about the craft. It is a fantastic endeavor for the whole family and builds you up from the inside out and back again. read more

My son and daughter both go here and I can't recommend them enough. I'm always skeptical about martial art studios, but this family owned and operated dojo is top quality. read more

I attended The Martial Way from 1997-2009, and received my first Dan (first degree black belt) in Hap Ki Do & second Dan in Tae Kwon Do. Both are Kukiwan certified. This studio played a large part in my formative years, and I made lifelong fraternal bonds with peers that I'm still in contact with today. Grand Master Jung Yul Lee & his wife Master Jodi Lee along with their kids (the Jae's) are a nurturing community that helped cement discipline & healthy habits that I still carry with me. Without them and the Martial Way community, I wouldn't have gotten into UC Berkeley and i wouldn't be where/who I am today. This studio is more than just an after school program; it's a center of excellence, virtue and good moral values led by trustworthy people who have nothing but you and your children's best interests in mind. They trained my entire family for more than a decade, and we are now all black belts. If you give them the opportunity, time and commitment, they will help you and yours grow into something you're all proud of. read more

My daughter had her 1st class today. It was a great experience. Everyone was very welcome, even the parents of the children already in the class. My daughter loved it. They were very kind and patient with her. Over all it was truly a 5 star experience. read more

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We were recommended to try The Martial Way for our young son. It has been one of the most fun, engaging and focused activity for our wiggly boy. The instructors (and Masters) are ALL fantastic. They care for EACH student and help with their physical and maturity developments. We appreciate their philosophy in partnership with parents for the well-rounded growth of each child through studio training and life at home. During the quarantine period, they have made it possible to train via Zoom to keep the training consistent. This is a family-own business, and the Owners are TaeKwonDo Masters who personally trains the students. They have free trial classes which is a great way to give it a try! We highly recommend this place! read more

Staff refuses to comply with CDC mask guidelines, despite primarily working with unvaxxed children. Staff has repeatedly ignored customer's concerns since last August regarding their lack of mask wearing. Negligent and should be reported as some form of child endangerment. read more

The Martial Way is exceptional. Our whole family takes Taekwondo here and never have I experienced a nicer, more caring, and thoughtful group. They are dedicated and passionate and care for every person they train. It is really remarkable. This is a studio that cares about people. read more

Master Lee, Madame Lee and staff are amazing with the kids! They are patient and thoughtful in their instruction. They never embarrass anyone but give correction as needed! read more

The Martial Way TKD studio is the best place to take Taekwondo lessons! They are extremely professional, and so friendly. Students get trained by Grand Master Lee who is the best TKD Master we ever met. Also students are encouraged to work in all the Martial Arts creeds. This give them a well rounded education. We love TMW!! read more

The Martial Way is the best place to be. I have trained here for 12 years, it was my second home. This studio shaped me into the confident and strong young lady that I am today. Master Lee and Grand Master Lee are both amazing martial artists with big hearts and the desire for everyone to succeed in life through martial arts. The Martial Way teaches you confidence, respect, and promotes good morals while teaching you how to protect yourself (self-defense)! I personally love this place, and I would encourage anyone who is curious to just try it out and fall in love with the community and discipline it provides. Plus its a good workout! read more

So happy to have found this gem of a martial arts studio. Family owned and operated, you feel like part of their family the minute you step in. Everything is clean, the instructors are passionate and caring. We started our 5 year old earlier this year and he has learned not only physical strength but strength in the mind and heart. My son has also made a ton of friends there and looks forward to his classes. Thanks for being a part of our community TMW! read more

Awesome place to be!! Grandmaster, Master Lee and family are very kind, caring while making sure your little one does their best. They challenge them to do better and be better. read more

We tried a couple of different places, and this has been our favorite. Very impressed with the instruction, and the not just the time on the mat. The Lee Family encourages the students to apply the lessons to the lives they lead outside of the studio. Highly recommended. read more

My 6 year old loves karate and always looks forward to her sessions. This family owned business is clean and the teachers seem to really enjoy the kids. I am so glad we found The Martial Way! read more

They are so great with kids!!! Both my boys are enrolled and taking classes and they love all the staff. Grand master lee and master lee are wonderful with keeping the kids engaged and helping my little wild one to listen. Love you guys. I can't wait to start the adult class Tuesday! read more

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Extraordinary Taekwondo and Hapkido studio! I will keep writing the best reviews about them!!! They keep teaching and helping my daughters, even when one of them, cannot train formally due to a knee injury (not TKD related). This studio became our family! read more

My 7 year old trained for 5 months in the studio before the pandemic and has now been training with the incredible Lee family for almost a year online. They are all incredible--supportive, engaging, and able to effectively connect with students both in person and online. My daughter loves her classes and has successfully promoted while learning from home (more than once!) It takes a special team to make online martial arts training work for little ones. The Martial Way IS that team. We are so grateful for them! read more

My son has been training here for almost 5 months. He's 6 and loves going to class and showing others the moves he is learning. He has really developed much better coordination and control of his body. I'm personally impressed by all of the instructors who somehow manage to make the class fun while keeping all the kids engaged and in their lines. There are usually 4 instructor on the floor for each class marking the ratio of student to teacher 3:1 or even 2:1. This incredible personal attention far exceeded my expectations for the class. My son is learning so much in this safe and friendly environment. I highly recommend this family run and caring studio. read more

Great taekwondo place! They are very inviting and welcoming. My son really enjoys it!

Excellent studio. This is family-owned and you feel a great vibe here. We found this studio because of homeschooling connections for my son (they are an approved vendor with our charter) but then we got my daughter to sign on too. Master Harrison-Lee is such a remarkable and just super cool person and teacher, and she used to be a school teacher as well, and I love how the studio emphasizes character. Grandmaster Lee has a great sense of humor and is very kind and humble despite his intimidating pedigree in Taekwondo. My son loves taking classes with Mr. Lee, their son; he says it is so much fun. read more

Warm environment while also giving the kids a very structured and disciplined experience. We are very happy here!

The look on the kids' faces the first day I observed classes at Martial Way was what really struck me. They just had such obvious joy and pride in what they were doing. I so appreciate the way the instructors speak to and treat the kids - with so much kindness and respect, but without coddling. The kids rise to the standard that's expected of them, and you can tell they love being challenged to learn and to keep trying. Coming off of months stuck at home, the opportunity to be with other kids, learn a new skill, get physical exercise, and be encouraged by an adult (other than me!) to keep trying and persevering has been a breath of fresh air for my daughter, and has brought me so much joy to see. I also found it particularly beautiful to see what a respectful, supportive environment is was for kids with different developmental needs and challenges. Everyone is included, respected, and given the opportunity to maximize their own potential. Thanks, Martial Way! read more

My niece has been attending Master Lee's classes for a couple of months now, and I can see a BIG change in her confidence to speak to others and out loud. Master Lee is great with the kids, and plays with them while teaching them discipline. Highly recommend his classes for any child. read more

I am so thankful that we found this studio. It is my children's 2nd class and I can already tell it is a good thing for them and best of all, they like it! They have very caring Masters of Karate (not sure if that is how you say it) but there is just a very nice energy in the room/environment. I can tell my kids are learning a lot in this nurturing, supportive, fun, & focused environment. Thank you "The Martial Way" for being here for our children and our community. =) I highly recommend this studio to anyone and everyone. read more

My son recently started classes at the Martial Way. Master Lee is fantastic with the children. I have already seen a big change in my child's confidence. I have also been welcomed by the other parents and have made many friends. I would highly recommend this studio for anyone looking to have their children gain confidence, learn discipline, and to become part of the Martial Way community. read more

Great place for kids to learn martial arts! They take the extra time needed to get them where they need to be and build confidence

Kids, teenagers, adults and families, we train together at the studio. We learn confidence, respect, discipline and self controls through learning Martial Arts. All of my children trained at the studio from 1st grade through 12th grade. This is the place if you want good quality Martial Arts training. read more

A wholesome well rounded martial arts studio. It's about family values not about kicking ass. Great work-out good discipline & ethics taught to kids also. read more

We love LOVE this place! There are many forms of martial arts but we settled on taekwondo mainly because of the sincerely caring owners. My 2 daughters and I have been training here for 6+ yrs. The Martial Way has been in business for over 15 years. It is a family-owned and operated studio, run by a husband and wife team (Jung and Jodi-Harrison Lee), both of whom are black belts (he's a grand master, she's a 4th degree). Their two older kids (a teen and a tween) are both black belts too. Their youngest, a 6-7 year old is getting in on the family training too. I love the GREAT kid energy here. Lots of kids train here, at all belt levels. Grand Master Lee leads the classes and he is often assisted by 1 or 2 black belts (a teen and/or an adult). While he is age-appropriately strict and demanding, the kids still have fun! Teens and adults train here in the evenings. The training that my girls are getting here has definitely boosted their self-confidence. Adults have classes mostly in the evening but there is also a morning class 3x a week. I go mostly to the morning class. Sometimes i go to the evening classes when I've been overeating (!) or need to fine-tune techniques in preparation for my next belt test. The parent community here is terrific too, very supportive, not at all cut-throat and competitive against fellow students. Don't get me wrong! No wimps here! These kids, teens, and adults compete in taekwondo tournaments and cheer each other on. The camaraderie is a fantastic feeling.....among the parents AND the kids. And I like the philosophy of The Martial Way. Their martial arts training is more than just the physical moves and techniques. Attention is paid to attitude, self-discipline, developing focus and behavior skills on and off the mat. In order to promote to the next belt level, kids have to write a short essay on an assigned character-building word (from 2 sentences for the wee ones to full-blown 1-pagers for the older kids). Words like honesty, confidence, community, friendship, perseverance, courtesy, etc. I think their monthly fee is very reasonable and their classes are a full hour long (not 45-minutes). Reduced rates can be had if you sign up for several months at a time, and/or if another family member signs up. Classes are mostly 2x a week and start whenever you want and continues for as long as you want. Free uniform. If you're shopping for a martial arts studio, compare not only the fee and length of classes but the atmosphere, the community, the energy that the students and families bring to it. read more

A great place to go if you want to learn martial arts and self defense. They are very good at helping you or your child gain confidence and discipline. I highly recommend this place, and the staff is Very friendly and sincere about helping you reach your goals. read more