Testimonials from our Students and Families
Since we first started teaching martial arts in the Atlanta, GA area we've received a lot of great compliments from our students. We'd like to share a few of their comments and stories with you:
Larry Rose
How has TKD benefited your family?
The self esteem and confidence are off the chart. From the time they broke their first board up to receiving their last tip, we can see their growth. Discipline, discipline, discipline.... we only have to speak once to the boys and it is heard, understood and responded to. Their behavior is ten times better. Thank you Master Shim.
What do you think about the instructors?
Master Shim’s instructors are the best. They pay attention to details and hold the student accountable. The enthusiasm they show is evident by their desire and determination for the student to achieve their goals. Now you know why Master Shim’s is the best so forget the rest.
What has been the biggest positive change as a result of belonging to our school?
The children’s overall focus is much better in everything they do. They are not afraid to take on new challenges and fail the first time. But most of all they believe in themselves and that anything is possible with the right attitude and practice.
What would you say to other families who are considering getting started?
The earlier the better. If you have a child or if you are the type of person who likes physical activity while exercising your mind then TKD is for you. You can even take the same classes together and learn from each other. Also this is a truly family activity. You can be an active participant along with your child or you can sit on the sidelines while your child learns about perseverance, team work, and discipline.
Duane McGlamery
How has tkd benefited you?
With four children each softball and baseball season would begin the practice of our family being pulled in many different directions. Often we would have to enlist the children’s grandmother to help shuttle someone to a practice or a game. Instead of being together with each other we were constantly apart. In contrast at Tae Kwon Do we found a very fun, exciting, and healthy endeavor for not only the children but for the entire family. As we each strived to move from white belt to black belt, some very interesting things began to happen. The children started to really help each other, to sacrifice for each other, and to put each other’s needs in front of their own. As each of us would advance, we would all share in the excitement that we were achieving our goals, which made us stronger as a family.
What do you think about the instructors?
As our skill and knowledge in TKD increased, it became clear Master Shim's is founded on the principle of superior instructors. Master Shim is an incredible mentor and teacher, and his credentials speak for themselves. His passion to teach and impart knowledge gained over a lifetime is at the heart of his desire for each student in his care. Under Master Shim our family has gained confidence, strength, discipline, leadership, compassion, and stamina.
What has been the biggest positive change as a result of belonging to our school?
The number one change has been the positive attitudes in our children and their desire to help others. In addition, the health improvements in our family have also helped us all.
What would you say to other families who are considering getting started with TKD?
We would recommend Tae Kwon Do to all families who want to bring their family closer together, get healthy and fit, learn respect and discipline, and become apart of an extended family for a lifetime.
Emily Parlier
How has tkd benefited you?
Tae Kwon Do has benefitted our daughter by teaching her to persevere even when things seem tough. She has learned to keep improving always and not settle for less than her best.
What do you think about the instructors?
The instructors at Master Shim’s Tae Kwon Do are second to none. Their knowledge of what they are teaching shows in class. The patience demonstrated to their students helps encourage them to do their best.
What has been the biggest positive change as a result of belonging to our school?
Our daughter has made a major improvement in her confidence. She has gained a much higher respect for those in authority over her.
What would you say to other families who are considering getting started with TKD?
The sooner you get involved with Master Shim’s Tae Kwon Do the faster you will see the results. Besides confidence, respect, and perseverance, the fitness benefits are wonderful.
Chris Schneider
How has tkd benefited you?
It has helped with our son's attention span. His behavior at school has also changed with minding his teachers, paying attention, and his grades have improved tremendously.
What do you think about the instructors?
They are all doing very well with the kids and are very knowledgable. The instructors are all great with kids and always willing to jump in and help.
What has been the biggest positive change as a result of belonging to our school?
His improvement in regular school. He went from okay in a lot of things to then having all above average on his report card. Plus the respect for classmates and teachers has greatly improved.
What would you say to other families who are considering getting started with TKD?
It is great to help with self esteem, attention, self respect, and discipline for us personally. The school was the biggest and best change for him.
The Villanueva Family
How has tkd benefited your family?
Tae Kwon Do has benefitted us in so many ways. My children have grown to love the school and the instructors especially Master Shim and Master Kim. They have learned so much. I as well have learned even though I don’t take the classes. We love the families that we have met.
What do you think about the instructors?
The instructors are great, very patient with the kids, especially my kids.
What has been the biggest positive change as a result of belonging to our school?
My kids attitude, focus, and their doing great in school.
What would you say to other families who are considering getting started with TKD?
I HIGHLY recommend Master Shim’s school to all the families I talk to. I will let the families know that it is a GREAT school with awesome instructors.
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