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HONG IK MARTIAL ARTS | Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Renton, Washington
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
Affiliated school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized taekwondo organization or franchise (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon certification, World Taekwondo, or ITF). If credentials matter to you, ask which association the school belongs to and where the head instructor earned their black-belt (dan) rank and certification.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Poomsae & forms forms (poomsae) practice — the patterns at the heart of taekwondo and your belt testing
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule hongikmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 425-545-9304
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“If you’re looking for a great martial arts spot for yourself or your kids, it’s definitely worth visiting to experience the vibe firsthand.”
“I am very grateful to continue my Taekwondo journey here, especially in a traditional style, improving my technique and practicing poomsae.”
“They are learning self defense and having a good time and that very important!”
Other martial arts here
“They are learning self defense and having a good time and that very important!”
What students say
“Master Lim is great, he has great experience and patience to coach… I am enjoying my sessions, very friendly and encouraging… Especially for an adult 40+”
“Master Lim is a highly skilled instructor who maintains a strong, authentic training environment while remaining incredibly welcoming and accommodating to adult schedules.”
“Master Lim is a highly skilled instructor who maintains a strong, authentic training environment while remaining incredibly welcoming and accommodating to adult schedules.”
“I am very grateful to continue my Taekwondo journey here, especially in a traditional style, improving my technique and practicing poomsae.”
“Returning to the mat as an adult black belt can be intimidating, especially when transitioning to a different system, but Master Lim made the entire process seamless.”
“The facility is clean, professional, and has a great training atmosphere.”
From the reviews
I recently stopped by Hong Ik to check out the space, and I had a wonderful experience. The Master is genuinely passionate about what he does. He was very kind and took the time to explain everything clearly, without any pressure.
I am so happy I found this Taekwondo school. I used to practice Taekwondo in Ukraine and always wanted to continue. When this school opened in Renton, I felt really excited and decided to join right away, and it was one of the best decisions I made. Master Lim is very kind, patient, and supportive.
Master Lim is one of the most dedicated Taekwondo instructors I know. His passion for teaching kids is unmatched. Renton is lucky to have this new studio opening on Sunset Blvd! Can't wait for the grand opening on Feb 1st!
I recently started training at Hong Ik Martial Arts after a 17 year break from Taekwondo. Returning to the mat as an adult black belt can be intimidating, especially when transitioning to a different system, but Master Lim made the entire process seamless. The adult program here is excellent.
New to taekwondo? Start at HONG IK MARTIAL ARTS | Taekwondo
HONG IK MARTIAL ARTS | Taekwondo comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first taekwondo class at HONG IK MARTIAL ARTS | Taekwondo
Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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