I am thoroughly pleased with the instruction that I receive at Reason Taekwondo. Before I moved to…read moreEugene, OR, I searched for a local dojang that was similar to the training that I had become accustomed to at other gyms. When I found one, I thought that it was decent enough. However, with each passing week, I loathed having to train there. After the awareness of the coronavirus and subsequent quarantine, I became certain that I would not return. I did not want to abandon my training; so when it was deemed safer to meet in-person with guidelines, I researched gyms. Reason Taekwondo is where I chose to train. The instructor is knowledgeable, provides rigorous warm-ups, and is professional. This dojang is not as large as the one in Eugene, but it is clean, neat, and adequate. My 120 mile round-trip is worth the drive.

From the owner: At Reason's World Taekwondo Academy, our goal is to develop people with black belt attitudes, black…read morebelt hearts, and black belt abilities. We emphasize character qualities like respect, courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, leadership, self-confidence, goal-setting, and serving others by participating in various community service projects. We also work on developing muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, agility, balance, coordination, and body fat reduction. And of course we train people in self-defense by teaching the Korean martial arts of Taekwondo and Hapkido. We also train with offensive weapons like nunchucks, combat sticks, and bo staff, as well as learn defensive strategies against weapons like knives and guns.

The ATA Black Belt Academy operating at this location is great. The owners are very friendly and…read moregreat with children. I started bringing my son in for Taekwondo lessons after Mrs. VP taught a lesson at my sons school. She also handed out free first month and uniform vouchers which was a great incentive to start. I drive about 30 min to bring my son twice a week and joined my son in the family Taekwondo classes. I thought I'd have to find a closer and cheaper martial arts school when we first started but I quickly found out that it was defiantly worth the investment for my sons future.

Karate for Kids is more than an activity, a private school, or a gym. They are a shining star of…read moreconsistency in an ever changing world. They do provide healthy activities for children and adults, but also examples of respect, discipline, and courtesy for everyone. During the shutdown they maintained an online schedule and as we all emerge they have practices in place to do so safely. They have ramped up their already thorough cleaning procedures, adjusted class sizes for extra distancing, and modified lessons reducing equipment use. They can monitor everyone who comes in and still provide high quality education. Having this opportunity gives students and parents a place to interact responsibly, and having the school open to go to gives me motivation to suit up and show up for my own benefit as well as to help other students.

My daughter just started classes here and we can already see a difference at home with her…read moreattention and focus. The instructors are great with kids and you can tell that there is mutual respect between them and the students. They teach discipline, respect for others and themselves and important life skills all while in a fun environment. The kids really take to it. If you are looking for classes for yourself or your children, I would recommend ATA, you won't be disappointed.

The owner and instructors are amazing here! They seem to truly care for each student. Empower ATA…read moreis more than just a martial arts school, it's a family!

OK, I am NOT an expert on Tae Kwon Do and this is the first time my daughter has ever been in a…read moremartial arts class. But I know good and I know great and this place is GREAT!!! I went to another Tae Kwon Do facility in Clackamas (before going here) and I was just simply trying to inquire about classes and schedules. I was ignored completely for 5 minutes (there were 2 men in the office and they saw me!) AND THEN I was rudely treated for the next 5 minutes. The Head Master Instructor (FINALLY!) invited me and my daughter into his office. I explained her age, what we were looking for and if there were any classes that were currently accepting new students. The Instructor advised me that he did not have the time to talk with me (even though we were THE ONLY ONES inside the facility!!! No one was waiting!!!), he handed me a pamphlet, circled a few days on a schedule and advised me that I would need to look at his website and call back to make an appointment with him. Needless to say, I was so discouraged at this facility, that I seriously considered not even putting my daughter into a class anywhere! That being said, I then stumbled upon USWC Tae Kwon Do of Happy Valley while I was touring the area (Did I mention I was new to the area??? Moved here 2 months ago from California) and shopping at New Season's Market. I thought "well, I will give it another try and see how we are treated and go from there." I am certainly glad that I took the chance on this facility!! Immediately upon entering, a very pleasant and help young man (Mr. Anel - Master Instructor) assisted us. He came right out of his office, greeted me and my daughter in a very pleasant, kind and soft voice. He took us into his office, I explained to him what we were hoping for and asked him if he thought his facility would be a good fit for my daughter. Mr. Anel then asked my daughter a few questions and then made a suggestion that we take 2 classes (that is the weekly schedule) and then decide. Mr. Anel didn't try to sign us up. He offered us (for $20) a uniform and 2 classes with no other obligation. Upon arriving to our first class, Mr. Anel and Mr. Tilley (another Master Instructor) - greeted us, assisted my daughter with her belt, taught her to bow and treated her like she has been apart of this class for months! I was SO impressed by the patience, manner, kindness and knowledge of both instructors!!! My stars, both of these instructors (SERIOUSLY ) have the patience of Job!!! There are several VERY rambunctious boys in my daughters class and both instructors NEVER yell, never criticize or demean any of their students!! Mr. Tilley is such a positive and happy young man. He is very encouraging and rewarding when working with all the children. Mr. Anel is AWESOME! He is also very positive, encouraging and happy while teaching. Mr. Anel gives plenty of warnings (in a very positive and kind fashion!) to children who are not focused or acting up! After about the 3rd warning he simply states that the child take a seat until they can regain their focus...then they can continue on with class. I think what impressed me the most about Mr. Anel was one particular incident. There was a child, from the class that follows my daughters, that had come to class with red eyes. The poor child's father was just AWFUL! The father was yelling at the kid from the minute he came through the door. The father was telling his son (in NOT a kind or nice voice) "Well! TELL! HIM!" The child (with his head down in shame and tears flowing at this point) walked over to Mr. Anel and advised him that he had lost his belt. Mr. Anel, calmly asked the boy if he had looked everywhere for the belt. The boy said he had. Mr. Anel told the boy it was OK (While Jack-Wagon Dad is still yelling from the doorway - "NO! IT'S! NOT OK!"). Mr. Anel never looked at the dad - he only kept his eyes and focus on the little boy (who was clearly embarrassed, humiliated and browbeaten by his own father!), told him he'd get him another and not to worry. That, my fellow Yelper's, are the true signs of Mr. Anel's integrity, character, kindness and that he (and Mr. Tilley) are all-around good human beings! My daughters confidence level and personality shine in this class. She absolutely LOVES her class!! She can't wait to go and she has learned to pay attention and keep focused - to which is a parent's dream come true!!! Many thanks to Mr. Anel and Mr. Tilley!!! We look forward to the classes and belts to come!! PersonaI Note: I know it's Mr. Anel & Mr. Tilley's job to teach our children, but what they probably don't consider is just how much they mold and shape our children into who they are and who they can become!! That is priceless to a parent - to have such positive and wonderful role models in this day and age!

Master Carlos and the rest of the team are great. Our son loves going to Taekwondo twice a week…read more We also did a couple of private lessons on Sunday, which were absolutely incredible. The teacher went over everything with our son, from warm-up, counting in Korean, to kicking, punching and board breaking. Friendly and great group of people!

Dave's Taekwon Do has been operating in Salem for the better part of 20+ years. It was my…read moreintroduction into martial arts of any kind and certainly kept me from becoming one of America's fattest children. It was the first time in my life I was able to do splits and really apply my ability to defend myself. Though my philosophy on self-defense / combat has changed considerably through my current practices of Jeet Kune Do, I still have a lot of respect for those who take the time to practice some aspect of self-defense. It's awesome for fitness and provides some level of self-discipline while channeling a whole new level of self-confidence. The process of belt promotions and facilities maintenance is sure to have changed since I first attended years ago. There were all sorts of students ranging from various ages and an even number of boys and girls. Prices were modest back then and are likely to be significantly higher now. Just remember that engaging in any type of martial arts is going to be pricey, it just depends on how what you might consider reasonable. For those who are looking for something different and a nice way to get fit, I encourage those in the area to seek Dave to begin a new journey in martial arts.

I started with Dave years ago 1999/2000. He was the best I could find at the time. I had recently…read morereturned from China and took Wu Shu there. Dave was serious about martial arts and did not appear to be a "belt mill" as I perceived others at the time. Later my husband took Take Kwan Do from Dave. Dave cross trained with another school. I did not participate due to pregnancy. Biases aside, I noticed Dave's students had better form and control.

After being badly treated at another taekwondo school, we took a long break from this martial art…read more But my kids really wanted to earn their black belts. So we tried out Master Yoo's school. It is a fantastic place. The instructors are encouraging and helpful and the students are taught taekwondo. They have learned so much in the year and a half we have been with the school. We love this school and highly recommend it!

Master Yoo is simply the best. His dojang provides a great family centric community all can feel…read morewelcome in. Not only have I found new friends here but a new home as well! His classes make working out fun and engaging.

My teacher/mentor for 35 years. Best Tae Kwon Do instructor in Oregon, maybe even the United…read moreStates. I started in Tang Soo Do at age 9, then Hapkido & Judo age 17, Then Tae Kwon Do age 22. Ive had many teachers before him, and many after. Ive met martial artists teachers and masters from around the world in my 49 years experience, (5 disciplines, 9 weapons, 27 black belt students) Grandmaster James H. Lee in Eugene Oregon is the best Tae Kwon Do teacher in America today, PERIOD, and is far too under rated because of his humility. Thank you Quajangnim. Here video proof of his greatest student, who isn't as humble: https://youtu.be/BLwPdoN8SGE?si=F3ceB_lJ5ZH8vBHA

Great grand master Lee is wonderful with my son as well as the other children. The 5 Tenets have…read morehelped my son's attitude and overall sense of self. I'm very pleased and happy that my son had the opportunity to attend his classes while we were in the area.

Great instructors and phenomenal program. Highly recommended. Studio moved to Southtown next door…read moreto Southside Marine.

From the owner: "Character driven, Level Based, Fitness System."…read more We offer 2 FREE intro classes always! Our Back to School special for the month of August & September (New students only): $49 for one month includes free uniform.