Business Details
30 Years
experience
Tae Kwon Do Classes in Renton for All Ages
Success Martial Arts, a Kim's Tae Kwon Do School in Renton, WA, has dedicated itself to improving lives through traditional martial arts training since 1996. Our non-contact environment fosters physical fitness, self-defense skills, and character development for students of all ages and abilities. We emphasize the five tenets of Tae Kwon Docourtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spiritwhile maintaining alignment with Grandmaster Hong Sik Kim's standards across the Northwest. Our instructors, including 7th Degree Black Belt Master Henkel and 5th Degree Black Belt Master Nancy Henkel, bring decades of combined experience to our Renton studio. We uniquely integrate academic achievement recognition with martial arts training, offering certificates for students maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.As active members of the Martial Arts Industry Association's Elite Program, we continuously invest in professional development to maintain cutting-edge instruction methods. Our facility in Renton Highlands provides a clean, welcoming space for six-day-a-week classes that accommodate diverse schedules and fitness levels.
Services
Tae Kwon Do
Self-Defense
Fitness Classes
Birthday Parties
Women's Self-Defense
Academic Recognition
Martial Arts Training
Non-Contact Training
Character Development
Family Classes
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer traditional Tae Kwon Do instruction with 7th Degree Black Belt expertise
- Our non-contact training environment ensures safe skill development for all ages
- We emphasize character development through the five tenets of martial arts
- Academic achievement recognition program for student success outside the studio
- Flexible class schedules with six-day-a-week availability
Associations and certifications
- Martial Arts Industry Association
What people say
Improved physical health
Increased confidence
Family-friendly environment
Experienced instructors
Positive impact on children
Services
Tae Kwon Do
Traditional Tae Kwon Do instruction develops physical fitness, self-defense skills, and character through non-contact training. Our program emphasizes the five tenets of martial arts while maintaining Grandmaster Hong Sik Kim's standards. Students benefit from structured belt progression and board-breaking techniques that build power and focus in a safe environment.
Self-Defense
Our self-defense program teaches practical techniques for real-world situations while maintaining martial arts principles. The curriculum builds confidence and situational awareness through controlled practice environments. Participants learn to de-escalate conflicts and protect themselves effectively without relying on physical strength alone.
Fitness Classes
Cage Fitness combines martial arts techniques with high-intensity interval training for a 30-minute total body workout. This program develops endurance, strength, and core stability through MMA-inspired routines. Classes accommodate all fitness levels with scalable intensity options and changing routines to maintain engagement.
Birthday Parties
Our martial arts-themed birthday parties blend fun and fitness for children's celebrations. The program includes structured activities that teach basic techniques while providing an engaging party experience. Parties emphasize teamwork and positive social interaction in a safe, supervised environment.
Women's Self-Defense
Specialized self-defense instruction focuses on techniques specifically beneficial for women. The curriculum addresses common attack scenarios while building confidence and situational awareness. Classes emphasize practical applications that work regardless of physical conditioning or prior experience levels.
People
Master Henkel
Instructor
7th Degree Black Belt with 35+ years experience, teaching since 1984. Founded Renton school in 1996 after teaching in Wenatchee and Woodinville. Emphasizes traditional Tae Kwon Do principles while adapting to modern needs.
Master Nancy Henkel
Instructor
5th Degree Black Belt with 25+ years experience, teaching since 1993. Leads Women's Self-Defense Program and Maple Valley classes. Combines martial arts instruction with 15-year library science career to develop educational approaches.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in traditional Tae Kwon Do following Grandmaster Hong Sik Kim's curriculum, emphasizing non-contact training and the five tenets of martial arts.
Do you offer classes for different age groups?
Yes, we provide age-appropriate instruction for children, teens, and adults with flexible scheduling across six days per week.
Are your instructors certified?
Our lead instructors hold 7th and 5th Degree Black Belts with decades of combined experience and ongoing professional development through martial arts associations.
What should I wear for my first class?
Beginners can wear comfortable workout clothes; we provide loaner uniforms while you decide about formal enrollment in our program.
Do you offer trial classes?
We provide free introductory classes to experience our training environment and meet instructors before committing to regular enrollment.
How do you accommodate different fitness levels?
Our non-contact training approach allows students to work at their own intensity level while progressing safely through structured belt requirements.
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