Train at Transcending Martial Arts, where Grand Master Jae Kim and his instructors teach traditional Taekwondo to every age group, building real self defense skills, focus and fitness in a studio that has been here since 1994.
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Welcome to Transcending Martial Arts in Port Coquitlam
Choosing a martial arts school for yourself or your child is a big decision, and we want you to feel sure about it. Transcending Martial Arts has taught Taekwondo in the Port Coquitlam area since 1994, in four age groups running from four year olds through adults. Our instructors correct technique patiently and hold every student to the same standard, so you train hard and never train alone.
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Every class is grouped by age, so students train alongside peers at the same stage. Find the group that fits and book a free trial.
Build life skills, coordination, and confidence for young kids in a fun, supportive environment.
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Ages 5-12. Build confidence, focus, and discipline in a fun, safe environment.
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Ages 13-17. Develop strength, self-defense skills, and mental toughness.
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Develop powerful kicks, mental focus, and unshakable confidence with expert taekwondo instruction for all ages.
View programKids Taekwondo For Ages 7 To 9
Seven to nine year olds learn to pick a target and stay with it. Our kids classes build the balance, coordination and self control that show up at school and at home, taught by instructors who genuinely enjoy this age.
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Transcending Martial Arts Reviews
See what our members are saying! Browse through the reviews to get a glimpse of the Transcending Martial Arts experience straight from our community. From parents of young students to adult martial artists, our members love training at the best martial arts school in Port Coquitlam.
"From the very beginning, we felt welcomed and comfortable here. The classes are inspiring, energetic, and create such a positive environment for the students. The instructors are not only skilled and disciplined, but also genuinely kind and patient with the kids. You can tell..."
- L M
"The instructors truly possess a deep understanding of Taekwondo, balancing technical precision with an approachable teaching style that keeps kids engaged. Alos, the atmosphere is welcoming and supportive. Whether a child is naturally athletic or a bit more reserved, I'm sure..."
- Jin C
"I absolutely love this martial arts school! I had a few choices in my area but this school stood out the best. Master Jae is a very caring and bubbly person but very firm and disciplined. He doesn't just teach martial arts, he also teaches respect, discipline and life lessons...."
- Christian Aguinaldo
"Truly an amazing teacher. Love you Master Jae. I’ve tried 5 different martial art classes before someone suggesting me this place, and the search was over. Teaches them love, passion, responsibility on top of the MA!!! Love and support this place"
- Soheil Eghtesadi
"We just finished a test, not only did it give a decent work out. I know I can memorize and handle healthy stress much better because of it. If you want to be both fit and smart join TMA!"
- Samman Ahani
"Handsome tma master and trains us with the original techniques. Doesn't give us stress and makes us wanna come here. He's the best u have to try. Im a black belt and I really like here."
- Sam Panah
"Grandmaster is welcoming and funny but still teaches strict and makes sure that you learn everything you need to know about taekwondo."
- Qwertyuoip
"I signed up my teen age son last year because he was shy and introverted. Strange to say… One of the main factors of choosing this school was the clean restroom. The restroom was so clean and it didn’t even smell as all. And the whole school was clean and well organized. I am..."
- Candace Hajek
Adult Taekwondo For Ages 15 And Up
Most of our adult students walked in with no martial arts background and no idea what to expect. You will learn traditional Taekwondo forms, kicking and self defense at a pace that respects the body you have today.
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Communities We Serve
Transcending Martial Arts proudly trains martial arts students from all across Port Coquitlam and surrounding communities. No matter where you're coming from, our school is easy to reach and always worth the drive for top-rated martial arts instruction near you.
Port Coquitlam, BC
Coquitlam, BC
Port Moody, BC
Anmore, BC
Belcarra, BC
Burnaby, BC
New Westminster, BC
Pitt Meadows, BC
Surrey, BC
Delta, BC
Langley, BC
Martial Arts Life Skills & Tips
Practical tips, inspiring stories, and expert advice from the Transcending Martial Arts team to help you and your family get the most out of martial arts training in Port Coquitlam and beyond.
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Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions
Here are the questions we hear most often from parents and adults thinking about starting Taekwondo at Transcending Martial Arts in Port Coquitlam.
No. Every one of our beginner classes is built for people who have never set foot in a martial arts studio. You will be taught the basics from the first stance onward, and nobody will expect you to keep up with students who have been training for years.
We start children at four. Juniors covers ages 4 to 6, Kids covers 7 to 9, and Teens covers 10 to 14, so your child trains with others at the same age and stage. Anyone 15 and older joins our adult Taekwondo classes.
Yes. You or your child can take a full beginner class free before deciding anything. Book the age group that fits through the form on this page and we will confirm your spot, then you can see the studio and meet the instructors in person.
A t-shirt and comfortable athletic pants are all you need for a trial class, and we train in bare feet. If you decide to join, we will fit you for a proper Taekwondo uniform then, so there is no need to buy anything in advance.
Taekwondo is a Korean martial art known for its kicking and its forms, called poomsae. You will learn stances, blocks, strikes and kicks, practise set forms that sharpen precision and balance, and work on practical self defense. Progress is marked by belt ranks you test for as your technique earns them.
Our beginner classes meet twice a week, and each class runs 45 minutes. Two sessions a week is enough to build real skill without taking over your schedule, which matters for families juggling school, work and everything else.
We are a family school. Grand Master Sung B. Kim founded Transcending Martial Arts in 1994 and has more than 65 years in martial arts, and his son Grand Master Jae Y. Kim, our Head Master, has more than 45 years and an 8th Dan from Kukkiwon. That lineage is taught directly, class by class.
