Business Details
27 Years
experience
Premier Taekwondo Training in Largo, FL
Founded in 1999 by Master Dennis White and his wife, Yong Mi White, our Taekwondo school has grown from a modest rented room with 12 students to a state-of-the-art 6,000 sq ft facility serving over 200 students. We specialize in traditional Taekwondo, Hapkido self-defense, and Olympic-style sparring, emphasizing discipline, physical fitness, and mental resilience. Our team includes certified instructors with decades of combined experience, including a 6th Dan black belt certified by Kukkiwon. We have trained multiple national and international medalists, including USAT and AAU champions. Our curriculum caters to all ages and skill levels, from beginner classes to advanced competition training.We prioritize family-friendly instruction, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth. Our competition team, T-1, has produced athletes who have earned recognition at global events, such as the Roma Grand Prix and G-2 tournaments in Australia. We maintain rigorous standards for belt promotions, ensuring students master technical skills, forms, and Korean terminology. Our facility operates year-round with flexible hours, including extended summer sessions. We offer trial programs for newcomers, private lessons, and summer camps to accommodate diverse schedules.
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Hapkido Training
Private Lessons
Competition Team
Summer Camp
Belt Testing
After School Programs
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have trained multiple USAT and AAU national champions.
- Our instructors include a 6th Dan black belt certified by Kukkiwon.
- We offer family-friendly programs for all ages and skill levels.
- Our curriculum combines traditional Taekwondo with modern competition techniques.
- We maintain a state-of-the-art 6,000 sq ft facility for optimal training.
Associations and certifications
- Kukkiwon
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Traditional Taekwondo instruction for all ages and skill levels. Focuses on forms, sparring, and self-defense techniques. Emphasizes discipline, physical fitness, and mental focus through structured belt progression programs.
Hapkido Training
Hapkido self-defense classes combining joint locks, throws, and strikes. Teaches practical techniques for real-world scenarios. Suitable for students seeking functional martial arts applications and situational awareness.
Competition Team
Elite T-1 Competition Team for aspiring athletes. Prepares students for national and international tournaments. Includes specialized sparring drills, conditioning, and strategy sessions led by award-winning coaches.
Private Lessons
Customized private instruction tailored to individual goals. Available for students seeking accelerated progress or focused attention. Covers forms, sparring techniques, and belt test preparation.
Summer Camp
Seasonal martial arts summer programs for children and teens. Combines Taekwondo training with physical activities and character development. Designed to maintain skills during school breaks while fostering social growth.
People
Master Dennis White
Instructor
38 years of martial arts experience, 6th Dan black belt certified by Kukkiwon. Former USAT Coach of the Year with multiple national championship team members.
Yong Mi White
Instructor
Co-founder with extensive experience in traditional Taekwondo instruction. Collaborates with Master Dennis to maintain rigorous training standards and student development programs.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach traditional Taekwondo, Hapkido self-defense, and Olympic-style sparring techniques.
Are classes available for children?
Yes, we offer age-appropriate programs for children starting at age 5 through adult classes.
Do you prepare students for competitions?
Our T-1 Competition Team trains athletes for local, national, and international tournaments.
What belt ranking system do you use?
We follow a structured progression from white belt through black belt with specific testing requirements.
Is there a trial program available?
Yes, we offer a no-obligation trial program for newcomers to experience our classes.
What are your facility hours?
Regular hours: Mon-Fri 1pm-8pm. Summer hours: Mon-Fri 7am-8pm. Closed weekends.
