Choosing a martial art for my kids was tough. Everyone is into BJJ or Muay Thai or something that…read moreseems like they have a chip on their shoulder or something to prove. Enter Taekwondo Spirit. Master Lee = Amazing. We chose this studio over two years ago and I have watched my kids grow in body, mind and Spirit (no pun intended). The staff here from Master Cyril in the older days through the current staff have been nothing short of great. They are delicate where they need to be and tough when needed. They very much specialize in children. The studio has built and maintains a community feeling. They have definitely served the youth of La Mirada and the surrounding community by teaching discipline, confidence and self defense. They even participate in local tournaments if you are ready and they echo that sentiment. The sport of Taekwondo is definitely a great introduction to martial arts that develops flexibility, strength and balance. I'm very appreciative to Taekwondo Spirit for what my children have learned through them. Humility seems to flow through this place with nothing but respect given by and to everyone. The only "negative" I could even consider about the location is that the parking lot could get tight in the afternoon hours with the neighboring gym.

This studio will always have a special place in my heart as being the only studio that was willing…read moreto accept my nonverbal autistic son and give him private lessons. I had tried another studio in Whittier who are through the Regional Center (Victory Tae Kwon Do) but unfortunately even free lessons through were not worth it in comparison to here. My son was trained by master Cyril for about 1 year before their lack of availability and our school schedule conflicted to the point of no longer being able to fit us in. The studio is small so understandable, just sad. I realize teaching autistic kids is not their specialty, but I had gone to one other local studio in La Habra that basically turned us away because they didn't want to do the hands on work it takes to teach a child that lacks imitation skills, while another in Fullerton was extremely overpriced and for only 15 minute sessions in addition to being too far. I hope to come back to this studio soon if they have the availability.

My 6-year-old son has always had a hard time focusing and staying engaged, so I started looking for…read moreactivities that could help build his attention, confidence, and discipline. After researching local options on Yelp, I came across Taekwondo USA. Thankfully, Master Kim offers an introductory lesson at a great price that even includes a free uniform. From the very first lesson, both my son and I were hooked. We're now about a month in, and it has been a wonderful experience. Master Kim does an incredible job making each class fun while also teaching students the importance of paying attention, following instructions, and showing respect. I also want to recognize Master Jimmy, who has spent a great deal of time helping my son stay focused, follow directions, and continue improving. His patience and encouragement have made a real difference. The entire staff has been welcoming, supportive, and genuinely invested in the students' success. I'm excited to see my son continue to learn, grow, and build confidence under the guidance of Master Kim, Master Jimmy, and the rest of the team. Highly recommended!

Great spot in east whittier area. Located in a strip mall next to Smart and final. Master Kim and…read moreassociates working at the spot are very diligent with what they do. They take really good care of the kids they instruct. Very professional environment.

My son has been going to prestige since he was 4 years old. He just turned 7. There are plenty of…read moreTae Kwon Do schools in my area but I do make a little drive for Master Nam and his team. I've seen my son grow from a shy timid child into a more self confident, disciplined kid. Master Nam teaches but always makes time for some fun for the kids . You can tell he really enjoys what he does and he goes above and beyond for these kids. He throws movie nights, nerf parties bouncy houses and so much more. We're happy to have found prestige and we'll be sticking around for sure

My two boys have been attending Prestige for 3 years…read more Master Nam, Roger, Natalie, and Marina are fantastic mentors. Combining physical and mental wellness your Kids will learn discipline, respect, and perseverance. Watching them grow and excel in their martial arts journey has been incredibly rewarding as a parent.

Brought my daughter here earlier this year and she has loved every moment of her time here! Master…read moreChung and his instructors have a good balance of discipline and kindness, which helps out a lot, especially since my daughter goes to class after school and usually has lower energy. After only a few months, I've seen her significantly improve in technique and energy. I highly encourage anyone interested in having their kids practice martial arts to check them out!

Excellent Dojang. Master Victor and his instructors are top notch and very good at what they do. I…read morewouldn't send my children anywhere else to train Taekwondo!

If I could give 10 stars, I would! Master Yi and his instructors are absolutely amazing. All of…read morethem are invested in every single kid that walks through their doors. Both my kids have been taking lessons since they were 3 years old and we love it here! We love Master Yi!

Master Yi has done a great job introducing my 3 year old daughter to Tae Kwon Do. He does an…read moreexcellent job teaching the basics and is invested in the individual success of each of his students. Master Yi creates an engaging, safe, and structured program for kids to begin their Tae Kwon Do journey and gain more confidence throughout their daily lives.

With positive reinforcement and humor Master Kim really commands the respect of the kids. My wild…read morechild son who struggles with mind and body focus is super attentive and participates eagerly. It amazes my husband and I every time we've taken him to class (for 10 months now)! There is nothing negative I have to say about our time here. It's been a really positive family atmosphere that the kids all seem to really benefit from.

Got my 5 year old in the class, master Kim is really good with all the kids in the class. Makes it…read morefun, keeps them engaged, really glad I came across this class

9/5/26 Progress report…read more Humorous, strict, and kind Masters As I mentioned in my previous reviews, Master Yoo is always a joy to watch. He has so much personality in the way he teaches. He animated voice, different pitches and tones, and facial expressions really keep the students engaged (and the parents too, speaking for myself!). He can definitely be loud when it comes to training and those paddle claps, but he also knows when to soften his approach. It's a delicate balance, and I think he does a great job reading the room and paying attention to the students' responses before deciding how to respond. I've also really enjoyed seeing Master Y become more comfortable leading the class over the past few weeks. He is very knowledgeable and patient with the students. I often see him walking around the room correcting their forms and demonstrating movements to make sure everyone understands and is training correctly. It's been nice watching his confidence grow as a teacher. Black belt student teachers We've had the opportunity to learn from two fabulous black belt student teachers: Andrew, who we've had for several classes now, and Lilian, who we've had for one class so far. Both are kind, encouraging, disciplined, and great role models in the classroom. They demonstrate beautiful form and are always very focused and precise when showing the students how to perform a task. They also bring such a positive energy into the classroom. My girls are especially motivated whenever they get to have class with them. They come home wanting to practice more and do better at each class, which I think says a lot about the impact these student teachers have on them. Improving punches & kicks My girls continue to be very motivated to improve their punches and kicks and, more importantly, to perform them correctly. So far, they've learned the traditional front kick, axe kick, and roundhouse kick, along with the jumping versions of these kicks. With each class, I can see them becoming more comfortable and confident with the movements. It's been really fun watching them go from figuring out the basics to getting more confident with each technique. Basic One & Their First Belt Test The girls mastered Basic One in preparation for their belt test and have also gotten to see demonstrations of Basic Three and Basic Five from some of the upper-level students. Needless to say, they were EXTREMELY excited to earn their new belts. We practiced with them day and night leading up to the test! For the belt testing itself, there were multiple color groups, and I definitely underestimated how many people would show up early. I originally thought the testing would be completed in stages, but it ended up being everyone in one class, which made for a very packed waiting area. More than a few parents, myself included, ended up watching the testing from outside the classroom. And let me tell you... it was a little brutal outside. It happened to be one of the hottest and most humid days, AND we had to deal with mosquitoes attacking us. But we all survived! I also found that the white belt testing was a little less intense than what we had anticipated. But honestly, I think that's a good thing. It probably wouldn't be very encouraging for a first belt test to feel overwhelmingly difficult. The goal is to challenge the kids while also giving them that first taste of accomplishment and confidence to push harder. The girls were absolutely thrilled to receive their new belts, and they were especially excited to take a photo with both Masters afterward. Definitely a proud parent moment! Self-Defense After belt testing week, there has been more focus on self-defense, which I really appreciate. The girls are learning to use their voices by speaking loudly and confidently, followed by getting into a defensive position. They're also learning the difference between an attack position and a defense position, and more importantly, understanding when and why each position is used. I really like that self-defense is being introduced early and that the focus isn't just on physical movements, but also on awareness, confidence, and using their voices. Respect & focus One of my favorite parts of class is how it always ends with a team huddle. Master Yoo reviews the students' focus tasks, talks about what they did well, and points out areas they can continue to improve. When they do a good job, they can earn their strip colors, which gives the kids a little extra motivation to stay focused and do their best. It's a simple way to reinforce respect, focus, discipline, and teamwork while ending class on a positive note. My girls continue to have so much fun, and I love seeing their confience and skill grow with each class! PS. It is referral month if your kids want to try something new!

My son loves coming here and instructors are so great with the kids, even I'm entertained every…read moretime!

My son has been attending for a few months now and actually loves it. They teach discipline,…read morerespect and most important love. They also focus on teaching correct posture and form so if you want to learn the correct way, Hanmi TKD is the place.

Highly recommended! My kids have been coming here for the past 8 years. The training is effective…read moreduring class and at home. The grand master and instructors treat all the kids like family. I couldn't be happier!

We are so grateful to be part of this taekwondo family. My son has been doing taekwondo here for 6…read moreyears, and it has truly been an incredible journey for him and for our family. The instructors are not only amazing teachers but also wonderful role models who genuinely care about every student. Over the years, we've seen so much growth in his confidence, discipline, respect, perseverance, and character. Every class inspires students to believe in themselves and work hard to achieve their goals. Thank you for creating such a positive, supportive, and encouraging environment. We highly recommend this school to anyone looking for more than just martial arts training.

It okay the lessons are great but the classes are very long. Staff I sometimes nice sometimes bossy…read morebut okay overall. It would be five stars if the classroom walls were a little quiet.

Thank you Master V for your dedication to the martial arts! Brazilian jiujitsu, kickboxing, mma!…read more If you're in the area, this where you should be training

Where to begin.... I started with Master V. approximately 7 years ago or so when my son became…read moreinterested in martial arts. I enrolled him in the Tae Kwon Do class, from the very begining he started taking classes with Master V. I saw my son transforming himself into a more secure, confident young man. My son was very shy and wasnt into team sports, at the time he was 7 years old. As I began to notice all of the positive changes, I too wanted to get envolved so I decided to tak the adults class. It was the best investment I've ever made. It gave me the confidence, self esteem and the best work out ever. I highly recommend you to check the studio out you will not be dissapointed. My son is now a 15 y.o and he is very respectful, confident and organize young man. I am sure that being part of the martial arts family allowed him to become the young man he is today.There's classes for all ages, and if Tae Kwon Do is not the one for you he has a diverse studio that also offers kick boxing, mixed martial arts too. Thank you Master V. for not only being a such a great teacher but you became a true friend. I can't thank you enough for all the times you sat my son down and gave him the pep talks and ecouraged him to be better each day.