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Monterey Bay Taekwondo Academy

Monterey Bay Taekwondo Academy

215 Reservation Rd G2, Marina, CA 93933, Marina, California

+1 831-384-8300
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Taekwondo

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Taekwondo

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • All Levels

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Family-like environment
  • Patient and knowledgeable instructors
  • Positive and supportive atmosphere
  • Builds confidence
  • Clean and safe facility
  • Virtual classes during COVID

Considerations

  • Additional fees for testing and programs
  • Reported disrespectful behavior by owner
  • Overpriced by some reviewers

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

31 reviews

5 stars

30

4 stars

0

3 stars

0

2 stars

0

1 star

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Excellent

"Master Lee is the most dedicated Taekwondo master that I have ever seen in all Monterey Bay. I originally signed up my 2 daughters to learn self defense and they loved it so much I joined with them. The moments and memories that I’ve had with my daughters, I wouldn’t trade it for the world. Master L..." Read more

- Aaron Moore

via Google

1/16/2025

Excellent

"I’ve been at Montrey Bay Taekwondo academy sence I was 7 years old. Today I am now 18. Through out my 11 years here I’ve had nothing but the best experience. I believe at Montrey bay Taekwondo there is something for everyone to enjoy such as the various teams like Swat Storm team, Sparring team, and..." Read more

- Landon Lonsinger

via Google

8/13/2024

Excellent

"Our daughter has been attending classes for just over two years and we absolutely love it here! We have watched her gain self confidence and skills. The instructors are awesome, specially Master Lee, Master Kim and Master Cattigay. We feel like they have become a second family and we are so grateful..." Read more

- megan nobles

via Google

11/3/2023

4.7

(40 reviews)

Trial Offer

Free Trial: Free trial class

Business Hours

  • Monday: 2:30-8:30PM
  • Tuesday: 2:30-8:30PM
  • Wednesday: 2:30-8:30PM
  • Thursday: 2:30-8:30PM
  • Friday: 2:30-8:30PM
  • Saturday: 9AM-1PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

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Master Lee

Master

Certifications:

  • 7th Degree Black Belt - World Taekwondo KUKIWON
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Master Kim

Master

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Master Cattigay

Master

M

Mrs. Lee

Instructor

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Master Yates

Master

Location

Amenities

  • Adidas kicking paddles
  • Century BOB training bags
  • GEN1 Daedo Olympic style sparring gear
  • Sanitary training environment
  • World Taekwondo approved mats

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