Jae Hun Kim Tae Kwon Do

Approximately four months ago things went terribly wrong. It starts with a temporary instructor who yells out to me that I’m a cheater and a fraud when I was having trouble doing a back roll. And later, during a Friday night sparring class, before a match with a girl my size, he kept emphasizing light contact. After the match, he got really mad at me and called a guy up to fight me in the next match without giving us any safety cues. And for the record, 99.9−100% of the time, instructors always watch out for our safety by telling us to use light contact, go easy, or to use control before a match. I did a series of combination offenses, but when my opponent finally got me, he kicked out my thigh through with full power, driving the back of my head, neck, shoulder, and back area straight into the ground. At the end of class, the instructor told us his lesson for the night, sparring is dangerous, and you need to go easy on people, or you can get hurt, etc… And he made a callous remark about what the other guy did to me that night, indicating that he thinks I deserved to get hurt. I ended up with a concussion and a very severe and debilitating neck injury. I complained to the head instructor shortly after, but she said things that didn’t make any sense and didn’t add up because it was different from what I remember happening.

Joined JHK about a year ago and am very happy.
In the past practiced various martial arts in several states and countries, so have some perspective on the experience.
Ms. Perrin is the main instructor and she is very good — no-​nonsense attitude, knowledgeable and creative. She is particularly good with kids.
The schedule is flexible. Open 6 days a week and there are plenty of classes to join. You can view the schedule online (
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If you like sparring more than forms then you can choose to attend the sparring classes, and vice versa.
The community is great — high quality people, both adults and kids. Also Ms. Perrin organizes community events which contribute a lot to school spirit.
The facilities are conveniently located (can always find parking across the street) and well maintained. No complaints there.
Price is not cheap but is reasonable and comparable to other places. It is definitely run as a business, but that is fair.
Overall if you’re looking for a martial arts school in the north Seattle area I recommend JHK for both kids and adults.

30 years ago I studied Taekwondo and enjoyed it tremendously, however life circumstances made it impossible to continue. I recently moved to Wallingford and was happy to see a TKD school in my neighborhood. I observed several classes before signing up over a year ago and was impressed with the overall organization of the classes. Since I joined, I have not been disappointed.
I cannot say enough about the quality of instructors as well as guest instructors that have come through this past year. Students and instructors are friendly and come from a wide variety of backgrounds. The overall atmosphere blends the traditional etiquette of a TKD school with the northwest laid-​back attitude.
I enjoy the different aspects of training offered from forms class, sparring to even basic self-​defense. All experience levels typically train together allowing a firm grounding in the basics as well as introduction to what is to come. Since I am now a bit older, I typically adjust the intensity of class participation to fit my ability and condition. If I need a particularly more intense training day, I can attend two or even three classes in a row (yep, I did three in a row, once… and am still alive).

When I moved and needed to find a new school in the Seattle area, I did quite a bit of research. I made an appointment to speak with the instructors, learn about the curriculum, observe some classes and tour the dojang (very neat and clean).
Initially, I was concerned about being able to park my car. When I visited, however, I noticed ample, free parking around the school. It is also located on a major bus route.
During the trial period, I enjoyed the classes, the high quality of instruction and the extensive class schedule. Martial arts has been a part of my life for more than ten years. I’m glad to have found a new school that feels as though it could be a permanent «home» for me.

This goes to some guy who responded to what I wrote about this school. Plain & simple I was treated in a most abominable way. Why? Because the instructor didn’t like what I said. I paid good money & I was humiliated. I also felt that not everyone is treated equally. I have a right to express my opinion especially after I paid an astronomically amount of cash there.

Best school with superior instructors. Since enrolling in Tae Kwon Do at this school I have grown so much as a person and a martial artist. This school has helped me in my confidence and has pushed me to be the best person I can be. I came to Seattle not knowing anyone and the setting of this school has given me a Seattle family, a place where I really feel at home and have met some of my best friends.
The instructors at this school are the best. They know and can explain all about the the different techniques that are used and they truly want to see you succeed.
I would recommend this school to kids and adults alike.

I like it. My son likes it. We found a great place for him to learn and practice the benefits of knowing martial arts. The price is great considering you can go every day of the week except for Sunday if you want to. That breaks the price per visit down substantially. We are fairly new there, but so far so good!

This is a great place to learn taekwondo. The school is welcoming to adults and kids alike. Starting out with private lessons lets you jump into the classes without feeling lost and out of place. Higher rank students are available and more than willing to help with whatever you are struggling with, from tying your belt to forms techniques. The instruction is clear and techniques are explained in practical self-​defense terms.
I recommend this place unreservedly to beginners and experienced martial artists.

The main difference between JHK and many other schools is that it teaches practical Taekwondo. Many schools focus primarily on the sporting aspect and stress speed over power and technique. This is great for scoring points in an olympic sparring match but fails miserably when called upon to defend yourself in a dark alley.
JHK takes an analytical approach to the study of martial arts and teaches power and precision in addition to speed. Master Kim can claim a direct lineage to the early TKD masters, having been personally instructed by the founder of TKD, General Choi.
I began my practice at JHK TKD in March of last year and feel like part of a family there. Classes are available several times per day, 6 days each week and my tuition allows me unlimited access. We’re encouraged to treat the dojang as we would a second home, and I’ve always found the relaxed atmosphere to be welcoming and tolerant of all personalities, abilities, and walks of life.
This is not your typical Kobra Kai, take-​no-​prisoners dojo, where muscular dudes walk around with their sleeves cut off. JHK is a place to lose some weight, learn to be good at something cool, and have a few laughs with new friends in the process.