My family has never really been into sports, so Taekwondo becoming a part of my daughter's life was definitely not something I expected. It all started when I signed up my son first, while it didnt work out for him because he needed to go to therapy and other commitments my daughter on the other hand had ask me to enroll her too. Before I knew it, ACE Taekwondo was all she talked about. What began as curiosity quickly turned into real passion and that excitement has only grown. A big reason for this is the amazing Master Kim who has a gift for connecting with kids and making every class fun, engaging, and encouraging while still teaching discipline and respect. Even more special is that he trained under his own dad, the Grandmaster, and they now teach together. The kids truly get the best of both worlds tradition, experience, and a positive learning environment.Not to mention, we are always welcomed with the sweetest greeting from beautiful Mrs. Kim. My daughter looks forward to every class. There's no convincing or pushing needed she's genuinely excited to go. The Master and Grandmaster consistently bring out the best in her. I was so used to watching my daughter shine in the acting/modelling world, so seeing her light up in Taekwondo came as a wonderful surprise. It's been such a reminder that when kids are placed in a supportive, (such as ACE TKD) welcoming environment, they often discover strengths they didn't even know they had. Beyond learning kicks, forms, and discipline, my daughter (me and my son too) has made new good friends,This isn't just a Taekwondo school, it's a community that encourages, supports, and celebrates its students. Who would have thought a non-athletic family would end up cheering so loudly from the sidelines of a Taekwondo class? We're incredibly grateful we are part of ACE TKD Family. read more

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Our son started at ACE Tae Kwon Do Academy when he was 4 years old, so he's been there for a little over two years now and we couldn't be happier with the experience. He's completed the Little Tiger Program, taken part in an Amateur Taekwondo championship and will now be learning how to spar. Grandmaster and Master Kim are incredibly patient, encouraging, and dedicated to all their students. We are grateful for the positive impact Tae Kwon Do has had on our son and highly recommend the academy to other families. read more

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Grandmaster Kim and Master Kim are fantastic instructors. Both of my girls have learned so much from them. They teach and encourage the students to always work hard and do their best at all times. If you are looking for a wonderful martial arts studio, I would highly recommend them!! You will not be disappointed!! read more

This is the taekwando studio you were hoping to find. The 5 star ratings are not exaggerated. Apart from being extremely skilled, Master Kim is an amazing teacher. He connects with the students, instills discipline but keeps it light hearted. He keeps life skills on their radar as they go through the levels. I couldn't ask for a better experience for my daughter. The confidence she has gained through this experience is priceless! read more

My son has been with ACE Taekwondo Academy for 1.5 years since he was 5. I've seen his growth with Master Kim and Grand Master Kim. They've been teaching him not only Taekwondo, but to be a better version of himself. He learned that hard work, dedication, and perseverance are essential for achieving successful goals through his belt testing and tournament experiences. The masters are always being kind and patient to the students, which makes the dojang a place that my son is looking forward to go to. I couldn't be happier that we found ACE Taekwondo Academy and would recommend it to our friends. read more

I shopped around for a bit before enrolling my kids, we did several trials and I must say that Ace TKD is by far the cleanest and has the most friendliest family as staff. My kids were nervous when they started and Master Kim and Grand Master have been extremely patient with them from day 1. My kids have been enrolled for about 9 months now and i definitely see a difference in their attention to detail, confidence, and most importantly respect for themselves and others around them. I truly feel at home at Ace TKD. Parking is convenient, and schedules are flexible and easy to manage. read more

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Awsome staff, service and teachings. My kid was interested in learning and we stayed after our trial session. Flexible schedules for class times and happy active kids. read more

My son loves Ace's Little Tigers for ages 3-5 years old. Master Kim is very engaging. The kids appear to enjoy the lessons read more

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I'm so glad my daughter is learning taekwondo here, Masters are friendly and patient.Ella always has a great time.

We love the Kim's! If you want a place where your kids are loved and taught not only TKD, but how to be respectful and have core values, this is the place to be. The dojang is run by Grandmaster Kim, his wife Mrs. Kim (runs the front) and his son Master Kim. read more

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We absolutely love Ace Taekwondo. Grand Master Kim, Master Kim and Mrs. Kim are professional, knowledgeable, respectful family and instructors. Master Kim always energetic, engaged in new, fun yet challenged and inspired technique for us to learn, practice and thrive. We become more confident and feel healthier by learning with the Master who love to share and so patient with every one of us. I would not go to any other places to learn Taekwondo. I am glad to see many more adult students like me in the class. We feel very supportive, positive and excited for enhancing our kicks higher and self-defense techniques. Thank you, Master Kim and Grand Master! read more

Ace taekwondo is fantastic! We have tried other places before and there is a big difference with how this facility is run. Everyone is very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. I have seen great growth in my daughter and she absolutely loves it!!! 10/10 recommend! read more

Our son has been coming here going on 4 months now and he loves it. It is a great family owned, traditional dojang. That does a great job teaching the kids confidence, discipline, and respect all while making it enjoyable and fun for him. read more

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My son joined ACE Taekwondo when he was five, and these classes have instilled discipline in him as well as a sense of self confidence. He looks forward to his classes as they challenge him to work hard but also provide the fun in learning new skills. The program is very well run and Grand Master Kim and Master Kim are wonderful leaders! Wholeheartedly recommend! read more

It has been 9 months since my last review of the ACE Tae Kwon Do Academy and I am happy to share that my girls are still very excited and happy to attend class every week. My girls are now blue and brown/black belts and they continue to be challenged and inspire by the teaching and discipline of Master Kim and Grandmaster Kim. Great family environment, they continue to teach good family values. My girls want to go all the way, so we'll be here to support them. A + rating for them. read more

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Over a year and a half now with ACE and my son is still going strong here! Master Kim, Grand Master Kim and Mrs. Kim are a wonderful family that are obviously very passionate about the sport and their students! My son is now a brown belt and has learned so much! They even challenge the kids with fun math skills before class!! Love it!! 5 stars! read more

My son, Mason, has been training at ACE Taekwondo since he was just 4.5 years old, and now, at 12, he continues to thrive in this incredible program. Over the years, we've watched him develop strength, perseverance, grit, and resilience that have shaped him into a well-rounded individual. Enrolling him in ACE Taekwondo has been one of the best decisions we've ever made. It's not just about the physical training--this program builds mental toughness, discipline, and strong character traits that we've seen him apply in every aspect of his life. We couldn't be happier with the positive impact it has had on him. Highly recommend! read more

Ace Taekwon Do is EPIC! Grand Master Kim and Master Kim are awesome in teaching us the art of TKD. Their dedication, love and excellence are a true testament of how the dojo is. I love coming to ACE TKD because I know that I will learn to persevere and keep pushing myself to reach my goals in all aspects of my life. ACE TKD is a great community! Gavin P. read more

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3 of my children have attended Ace since 2012. Grand Master Kim and his son Master Kim are excellent instructors and role models. Mrs. Kim is ever present in the office and is incredibly lovely. Having been a sports instructor myself, I am highly impressed with the consistency and clearly presented expectations provided for the students. They also do an excellent job of meeting students "where they are" to provide extra reassurance or correction to techniques when needed. If you're looking for a warm, welcoming environment gif your child to gain confidence and discipline while getting in great exercise and learning body awareness, Ace is the place! read more

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We are thankful with Master Kim, Our son is very exited and motivated to continue his TKD journey!

Amazing - super clean, very supportive environment, and great staff all around; highly recommend!

Master Kim and Grand Master are great with all the kids. They are very helpful. Our son is always very excited to go to class. Their instructions makes it very fun for the kids. We can see the confidence, enthusiasm and discipline that he has gained. Would highly recommend. read more

It's been about a year since I've made my last review, and the community at ACE has definitely grown. I'm happy to see all the new students who have piqued an interest in taekwondo or students who wish to continue their training join. It's a pleasure being apart of a community that you're able to learn from no matter the age. I'm grateful to Grandmaster and Master Kim who have encouraged and helped everyone grow as people and made everyone feel a sense of belonging at the studio. I highly recommend ACE Taekwondo for anyone who is interested in martial arts and wish to enhance their discipline and skills. Thank you Grandmaster and Master Kim! read more

I started taekwondo just about 10 years ago back in highschool. Grand Master Kim and his sons were such a big influence on me and my siblings. Growing with TaeKwonDo led me to a strong foundation and mindset which led me to stay consistent with the Marine Corps currently. They are the best in the I.E! read more

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We give all the stars to ACE Taekwondo! Grandmaster and Master Kim are amazing teachers, demonstrating so much skill and patience. Our son says these classes are the highlight of his week, and we agree. We are so happy to be a part of the ACE family, and support this wonderful family-run business! read more

The Kim family are awesome at what they do. My son loves to go to his class early to try to learn as much as he can if you live in the area come check it out. read more

My sons love this place! Not only are they learning a great martial art, but they're also gaining confidence within themselves, learning discipline, and learning to speak the Korean language! So many benefits to joining - highly recommend for your kids! read more

Our family loves ACE TKD! Our boys have grown so much in confidence and agility. Master and Grandmaster are the perfect combination of discipline and strength. We highly recommend this Academy for all ages. read more

Great academy and a truly wonderful family! I love watching my child build confidence here, learn discipline and respect while having lots of fun every single day! read more

All 3 of my kids have taken classes with Master Kim since they were little kids and now they're all grown up and really appreciate the discipline and values that were taught in this school. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a family oriented martial arts training program. read more

My son has been attending class since late last year and I'm so glad we made the decision to start him. Master Kim is a terrific teacher who engaged the kids so well (even my goofball), and Grandmaster Kim is really gentle and patient with the newest members to help them feel comfortable. It's really amazing we found this wonderful school. Thank you Ace Taekwondo. read more

Ace Taekwondo is a great place to learn disciplinary and martial art. I love how Grand Master Kim teaches with explanation and stories to help understand reason behind techniques. + love the abacus time Master Eric is excellent with kids of all ages. He teaches with full passion and love which makes the whole class excited and fun. I would highly recommend ACE Taekwondo for you and your kids! read more

Master Kim is a kind, attentive and amazing teacher. My daughter Khloe looks forward to going to class and has learned so much in such a short period of time. I'm glad we chose to commit to this taekwondo program. read more

We have recently relocated to the area and was looking for a Taekwondo facility for our children. The facility is clean and organized. The program is discipline and structured and it was exactly what they were use to and what we wanted for them. The instructor is amazing with them and so happy they can continue their skills within the art. Thankful Ward's! read more

We love this studio. it is a family own business and they always make you feel welcome. Both Masters ( Father and son )are great instructors and are great with kids of all ages. Highly recommend for those wanting their kids to learn a martial art. read more

Ace taekwondo has been such a wonderful experience for our family. We moved to Murrieta a few months ago and were looking for a taekwondo school that would continue my son's training. Master Kim has been so welcoming and worked with us during our transition. The training my son receives is outstanding. Ace is exactly what we were looking for. read more

I'm happy to join this Taekwondo family. Master Kim is excellent with kids of all ages. He teaches the art of Taekwondo with respect, discipline, and right amount of fun. We really enjoy his class. I would highly recommend this studio for my friends and neighbors. read more

The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about their teachings. The parents, students and teachers are all very supportive and encouraging to everyone. It really feels like a family. Overall, I would highly recommend this studio for anyone that is interested in learning taekwondo! read more

This a a family run business and you really feel like you're part of the family when you join. Before joining ACE, I took my Daughter to a few other gyms to try things out but none felt like a good fit. Grandmaster and Master Kim are knowledgeable, patient, and kind with their student regardless of Age. My daughter joined and I loved the atmosphere so much I enrolled myself in the adult classes and they are amazing. If you were on the fence about where to enroll for taekwondo- look no further. ACE is the place! read more

I have known Mrs. Kim, Grandmaster Kim, and Master Kim for as long as I remember. I started attending ACE TKD when I was around 8 and worked up to a 1st Dan. I took quite a long break (four years lol) to play soccer, and when I came back to class, they caught me up quickly like I never even left. Since attending ACE, I have made so many friends and gained so much confidence in myself. I have invited my neighbor to many of their events and she absolutely loves it! Thank you ACE TKD!!! read more