Meet our dedicated martial arts family

Our Family & Instructors

Led by the Kim family and supported by our experienced instructors, we bring decades of martial arts expertise and passion for teaching to every class.

Expert Instructors
Family-Led
Certified Training

The Kim Family

Two generations of martial arts excellence. The Kim family founded our academy with a vision to build character, confidence, and community through traditional martial arts training.

Master Amy Kim

Master Amy Kim

Head Master

  • 5th Degree Black Belt
  • Sabomnim 5th Dan
  • Certified DTS Krav Maga Instructor
  • 20+ Years Training Experience
  • Trained 1,000+ Students
  • Teaches at All Locations
Master Charles Kim

Master Charles Kim

Head Master

  • 5th Degree Black Belt
  • Sabomnim 5th Dan
  • HDKD 3rd Dan Instructor
  • Certified DTS Krav Maga Instructor
  • 15+ Years Training Experience
  • Trained 1,000+ Students
  • Teaches at All Locations

Our Instructors

Our dedicated team of certified instructors brings diverse experience and passion for martial arts. Each instructor is committed to helping students achieve their goals while building character and confidence.

Instructor Howie Yu

Instructor Howie Yu

Master

  • 4th Degree Black Belt
  • Sabomnim 4th Dan
  • 10+ Years Training Experience
  • Trained 1000+ Students
  • Teaches at Fort Mill & Ballantyne
Instructor Jackson White

Instructor Jackson White

Instructor

  • 3rd Degree Black Belt
  • Kyosanim 3rd Dan Certified Instructor
  • 10+ Years Training Experience
  • Trained 1,000+ Students
  • Teaches at Fort Mill & Ballantyne
Instructor Yasmine Morales

Instructor Yasmine Morales

Instructor

  • 3rd Degree Black Belt
  • Kyosanim 3rd Dan Certified Instructor
  • 15+ Years Training Experience
  • Trained 1,000+ Students
  • Teaches at All Locations

Ready to Train with Our Expert Team?

Join our martial arts family and experience the difference that expert instruction and personal attention can make. Our instructors are here to guide you every step of the way on your martial arts journey.