FAQs

This is a list of answers to "Frequently Asked Questions" asked of Mountain Kim Martial Arts Center. Our FAQ list is intended as a quick resource and may not completely address the issue in totality. If you can not find an answer to your question below or need more clarification, please contact us.

  1) *At what age can you start practicing Martial Arts?
  2) *Is it dangerous or difficult to learn?
  3) *What is your fee for lessons?
  4) *How long does it take to become a black belt?
  5) *I am over weight, can I practice?
  6) How long have you been in business?
  7) *Do you charge a testing fee?
  8) *What Style of Martial Arts do you teach?
  9) *Tae Kwon Do program make my child overly aggressive?
  10) *My Son has ADHD, can he practice?
  11) *When do we wear T-shirts?


*At what age can you start practicing Martial Arts?    (top)
It is never too late or too soon to begin training in the martial arts. We do recommend ages 3 and up.

*Is it dangerous or difficult to learn?    (top)
It is easy, lots of fun to learn and very safe. The first 1 to 2 weeks you may experience sore muscles and feel awkward when learning new movements. This is absolutely normal. You will get in better shape and the techniques will come more easily with practice. Stick with it and you will love it!

*What is your fee for lessons?    (top)
Cost depends on the program you participate in. Regular classes for Men, women and children average $25 ~ $32 per week. Private lessons priced seperately.

Black belt
*How long does it take to become a black belt?    (top)
A student typically takes about 2 ~ 3years to achieve Back Belt, but it depends on your effort.

*I am over weight, can I practice?    (top)
Yes. Martial Arts provide a great arobic work out that uses all muscle groups. The exercise and discipline work together to help with weight control. Most of our students lose 10 pounds in the first two months.

How long have you been in business?    (top)
Mountain Kim Martial Arts is established in 1973.

*Do you charge a testing fee?    (top)
Yes, we do charge a reasonable testing. Test fees depend upon your membership level, and are waived with some membership programs.

*What Style of Martial Arts do you teach?    (top)
We teach Martial Arts styles., Our curriculum is the best in Traditional Tae Kwon Do. Tae Kwon Do is an ancient Korean Martial art. It Method of self-defense, without weapons which incorporates both physical and mental training.

*Tae Kwon Do program make my child overly aggressive?    (top)
Childrens are taught that the Tae kwon do are not to be used in aggression, but rather to defend oneself in problematic situations. Aggressive behavior is channelled into assertiveness to increase the child's self esteem, increase sef discipline and build character. Our program also helps the shy child to develop self confidence and become more assertive.


*My Son has ADHD, can he practice?    (top)
Yes, in fact many of our students have been diagnosed with ADHD. Some have been able to function in school and in the martial arts without medication because of our life fitness curriculum. Martial Arts practice is natural medicine for ADHD.

*When do we wear T-shirts?    (top)
As of April 1st students are permitted to wear T-shirts during their workouts. This is an annual practice to make the summer a bit more comfortable. Please observe the following rules when wearing T-shirts during practice.
1. T-shirt, as with your Dobok, should always be clean.

2. You must wear either a plain white or Mt.Kim T-shirt.

3. T-shirts should not be worn at tournaments or for testing. T-shirts are permitted only during regularly scheduled classes.
No more T-shirts on Oct 1st