Kim's Tae Kwon Do Queen Anne

09/07/2026

No class today - see you Wednesday!

Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Many indoor facilities will be closed, while parks, sprayparks, golf courses, outdoor pools, and select swim beaches will remain open.

Plan before your visit and check the full list of closures: https://parkways.seattle.gov/2026/09/03/2026-labor-day-closures-for-seattle-parks-and-recreation/

08/31/2026

Congratulations to our most recent class of Black Belts. This group has been working hard all summer! One of the candidates in their essay wrote “The final way Taekwondo benefited me was by making me a better person”. This is the ultimate achievement - it’s not only about becoming Grand Champion or breaking the most boards. Great Grandmaster Kim referred to it as “Becoming the Whole Person” pursuing perfect character along with physical fitness.

Certified 2nd Dan 이단: Mr. Yarbrough
2nd Dan 이단: Mr. Gomez
1st Dan 일단: Mr. Kone & Ms. Kone

08/27/2026

Friday, August 28th is the last day for Early Bird pricing for our upcoming tournament. Registration fee goes up Saturday!

Registration link: https://rentontaekwondo.perfectmind.com/SocialSite/26-tournament

08/18/2026

“Competitions allow contestants to compare their skill to that of others and boost their confidence and drive for progress...it is necessary to distinguish the winner, respect him/her for achievement and, in turn, the other competitor learns to be humble and is motivated to work harder.” ~Great Grandmaster Kim

Pro tip: start participating in tournaments as early as possible - this allows you to improve as you get to a higher rank.

3 tournaments are required for tournament eligibility and this is our only local in-state tournament. Please feel free to ask your instructor if you have questions.

Registration link: https://rentontaekwondo.perfectmind.com/SocialSite/26-tournament

07/22/2026

07/17/2026

“I shall be more helpful to our community” is part of our Student Oath (which resembles the oath of the Hwarang Do). We will be taking Kim’s TKD students to volunteer at the ACRS Food Bank Wednesday, July 22nd 9am-1pm. Many high schools have a community service requirement so get a head start before school begins. Comment or send a message if you’d like to participate.

07/13/2026

Congratulations to our students who have been keeping on up with their practice over the summer and tested over the weekend. Summer flies by so set a goal of something you want to accomplish in the next couple months while you have the extra bandwidth. Maybe it’s to learn Korean terms, accomplish a break, learn all of your hand and feet combos… Please congratulate your classmates:

1st Dan 일단 Candidates: Wathiey & Gail
1st kup: Mohan & Sam
4th kup: Maddox
5th kup: Miyo
6th kup: June & Amir
7th kup: Maaike, Viyona & Tsimafei
8th kup: Govind
9th kup: Jahan & Ibrahim

06/27/2026

Registration link: https://rentontaekwondo.perfectmind.com/SocialSite/26-tournament

Registration is open for the 2026 Hong S*k Kim Memorial Championship Tournament. Who will be the first Grand Champion for this tournament? We are excited to find out! Scan the QR code, or head over to our website (www.rentontaekwondo.com) to register.

06/18/2026

Congratulations to Mr. Yarbrough for earning his 2nd Dan. He is very consistent about setting goals for himself and always does his best. Mr. Yarbrough also completed Teacher Training last cycle and will be entering 9th grade this fall.

06/12/2026

This is a hands-on workshop where you will learn and practice easy ways to get out of grabs and holds. You will also learn and practice using the weapons you have on your body, and what the best target areas are for those weapons. This workshop is geared to the non-martial artist. Wear comfortable c...