Business Details
Expert Taekwondo Training in Monterey, CA
Monterey Bay Taekwondo Academy has been dedicated to teaching Taekwondo with integrity and excellence since our establishment. As a member of the World Taekwondo Federation and adhering to Kukkiwon standards, we emphasize traditional values such as respect, discipline, and compassion. Our programs cater to all ages, from Little Dragons (ages 3-6) to adult fitness classes, fostering physical health, mental focus, and self-defense skills.We partner with Inspire Charter Schools and Ocean Grove Charter School to provide accessible martial arts education, ensuring students develop leadership, teamwork, and self-confidence. With award-winning demonstration teams and competitive sparring squads, we prepare students for local, state, and national competitions, while maintaining a commitment to community engagement and character development.
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Youth Programs
Adult Fitness
Competitive Teams
Demonstration Team
Highlights and features
- Certified 7th-degree black belt instructors with decades of experience
- Customized programs for children, teens, and adults
- Olympic-style sparring and competitive team training
- Community partnerships with charter schools for tuition assistance
- Award-winning demonstration team with regional recognition
Associations and certifications
- World Taekwondo Federation
- Kukkiwon World Taekwondo Headquarters
What people say
Amazing progress
Outgoing and confident
Inspiring performances
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Our Taekwondo classes teach traditional Korean martial arts techniques focusing on kicks, punches, and forms. Students develop physical fitness, self-defense skills, and mental discipline through structured belt progression. Classes emphasize character development, respect, and community values.
Youth Programs
Specialized programs for children aged 3-9 build foundational Taekwondo skills while promoting respect, patience, and confidence. Curriculum includes basic techniques, gymnastics, and age-appropriate self-defense training in a supportive environment that encourages physical and social development.
Competitive Teams
Team MTA trains elite athletes in Olympic-style sparring techniques with twice-weekly sessions focusing on speed, power, and competition strategies. Members compete in state and national tournaments, earning medals while developing advanced martial arts proficiency and competitive endurance.
Demonstration Team
Our SWAT & STORM demonstration team showcases Taekwondo excellence through public performances at local events and festivals. Members develop leadership skills by assisting instructors and serving as role models while promoting martial arts benefits to the community.
Adult Fitness
Adult Taekwondo classes combine physical fitness with practical self-defense training for all experience levels. Participants improve strength, flexibility, and stress management through dynamic workouts that emphasize real-world applications and traditional martial arts principles in a welcoming environment.
People
Master Jae Seong Lee
Head Instructor
7th-degree black belt with decades of Taekwondo expertise, Master Lee leads training programs emphasizing traditional values and Olympic-style techniques.
Mr. Nowak
Office Contact
Administrative lead responsible for charter school partnerships and program coordination at Monterey Bay Taekwondo Academy.
Questions
What age groups do you offer Taekwondo classes for?
We offer classes for children as young as 3 years old through adults, with specialized programs for different age groups.
Do you offer trial classes for new students?
Yes, we provide free trial classes for all our programs to help students experience our training environment.
Are there competitive opportunities for advanced students?
Our Team MTA competes in state and national tournaments, with training focused on Olympic-style sparring techniques.
Can charter school families receive tuition assistance?
Yes, we partner with Inspire and Ocean Grove Charter Schools to offer tuition coverage options for enrolled families.
Do you offer community demonstration performances?
Our award-winning demo team performs at local events including the Monterey County Fair and school functions.
