A great extra curricular activity for kids. TKD teaches discipline and self control. I grew up learning various martial arts and I am very happy with this program for my 7 year old son. He has been attending for almost 3 years since he was 4 years old in the Panther program. It is rare to see the main or head instructor train children. Normally left to other high degree belts but GM Cho leads every class. We are so lucky to have him still teaching and even more so that he is teaching children. GM Cho is famous among the martial arts community and we are lucky to have him here in Honolulu. read more

Grandmaster Hee Il Cho's Taekwondo Center - Taekwondo Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Master Cho's Academy is one of the best ways to help children take control of their emotions and gives them a safe physical outlet that instills self discipline, confidence, and commitment. read more

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One of the best martial arts schools on Oahu. Easily the best Taekwondo school. 9th degree celebrity master Cho actually teaches all the classes! Very rare for such a decorated belt to instruct kids but he does it out of love. My son is learning self confidence, patience, listening skills and discipline. We are blessed to be part of this community. read more

Grandmaster Cho is the best instructor- he has instilled hard-work, disciple and self control with my kids. If your kids don't listen to you, they will listen to him! read more

Enrolled my son about 2 months ago he just turned 5 , he was very shy and not able to approach and play with other kids , now he has very high self esteem , and confidence and isn't shy or timid amongst other kids . Grandmaster Hee II Cho's Teaching technique is very good and all his pupils seem to absorb his teachings very fast . I'd highly recommend this academy to all from ages 3 years old to 80 years old read more

Grandmaster Cho has inspired me and helped me, both physically and in life. He not only teaches martial arts, but a way of thinking and living that stays with you and helps you. I can not say enough good things about him, as a man, and as a teacher. Sure, I have learned martial arts and self-defense, and my body has become much more flexible. But the real gains are the intangibles: self-confidence, self-control, discipline, and inner-strength. read more

Grandmaster Cho is passionate to teach not only Technique but also meaning of life. Especially kids need to learn how to respect people, appreciate what we have and discipline from parents but over wrapping from the mentor like Grandmaster Cho teaches these, it is more effective. He himself teaches full time of class fully hands on. It is such fortunate for kids having this opportunity. read more

GM Cho was a huge influence on me when I started out in TKD in the UK in the 1990s. He was chief instructor of our association at that time and several of my instructors had trained or graded with him. I attended a workshop with him and was inspired. I later got the chance to interview him for a magazine and found him a warm and knowledgeable master. read more

Martial Arts has been amazing for our two sons ages 6 and 10. And it's such an honor to have Grandmaster Cho (who is the highest ranked black belt in Tae Kwan Do in the world) as their teacher. He teaches every class himself and the all the kids have a great love and respect for him. The classes are not about fighting not but based in concentration and skill. The physical fitness is amazing but only second to the confidence that they've gained from TKD with Mater Cho. His principles are based in respect, honesty, integrity and self-control and it really shows in all his students. They are all really a great group of kids. read more

I was told by a friend and started to put my daughter in this class, never regret doing this, my daughter really love the class and I can see the confidence she has right now and being strong both physically and mentally. read more

Grandmaster Hee ll Cho's is world class. If you are looking for a studio that is the real deal and teaches tradition old school martial arts as well as offers many different options for additional needs. This is the me of the best places in the world read more

Great length of stretching (30+ min) and 1 hour of intense fitness was the perfect balance I was looking for. Grandmaster Cho teaches all classes himself and all black belt students are committed to assist lower belt students. Very much enjoying not only the physical fitness, but also the mental and philosophical aspects of Tae Kwon Do! read more

Me and my son had the honor to train under master cho, back in 2004, as of today we value and thank a his teachings. A man of great teachings, he is a legend in Martial arts, a very respected figure and a role model. read more

I have not been to his school in Hawaii. But I actually trained under Master Cho briefly way back in 1973 in Providence Rhode Island. Actually, Ronald Thiverge who as I recall was his first black belt awarded student actually taught he class, but Master Cho was present, issued a few commands and pointers and was walking around the studio. He was weight training a bit, kicking the bag, etc. And later students often hung around and he would chat with them. I reached the highest brown belt rank, but never tested for my black belt. Over the years I started and stopped many times. Even taught white belt and other junior classes with one of his third generation students Len Mills. The training and leg strength I gained helped me recover from horrible back surgery when I was 14. And now at 62 I am in good health. read more

The only REAL traditional taekwondo center. All classes taught by Grandmaster Cho. Simply the best. If you want to learn from a living legend, this is the only place. read more

Read about his life & you will see what an incredible, highly dedicated person and instructor he is. He teaches every single class from young panthers (3-5 yr olds) to adult classes. He knows every child by their first name and greets each with a tightening of their belt at the beginning of class. He instills not only the techniques & artistry of Tae Kwon do but also the life lessons that all, especially the children need to incorporate into their lives like respect for yourself & others. It's not just about learning to how to fight & defend yourself but how to be humble and gain confidence. My sons take his classes at least two days a week. They are faster, stronger, & more confident then I ever thought that they would be. It's not just about moving on to higher belts but having the confidence and ability to truly earn the title of your belt. In your lifetime, you will probably never meet anyone like him. After 60 somethings years of training, you will feel honored to have him teach your children. read more

Hee Il Cho is a highly regarded superstar in the marshall arts world! Our little one is so lucky to have him teaching our son - he is very good with the kids and has a wonderful sense of humor. I highly recommend attending this center. He is simply the best. read more

Our son started Tae Kwon Do at Grandmaster Hee Il Cho's Center a little over a year ago and it has been the best extra curricular activity we could've involved him in as he is high functioning autistic and team sports are a challenge. We gave it a try and the beginning he was intimidated because it was new & all of the advanced students are so good! Within months my son gained so much confidence that it is beyond measure! There is a huge respect for Grandmaster Cho from all of the students - children and adults! He teaches these classes personally and I am personally honored that my son gets to train under him. He says "I am not here to teach you to fight, I am here to teach you how to be a better person"...The character building is priority for this Grandmaster and I love it! The rest falls in line and the skill of Tae Kwon Do is taken seriously...You won't be disappointed - best investment into a sport/activity for my child I could make! By the way - my son has tested 3 times in the last year and is now a Green Belt...you all don't even know how proud we are of him! read more