Kirkland School
Northgate School
1,500+
Years of ancient traditional martial arts lineage
289+
Years of our Instructors experience combined in this region
6,375+
Lives improved over the last 7 years in this region
53+ Yrs
One of America’s longest-standing traditional martial arts school systems
Why Our Students Can't Wait
to Come Back Every Week
Our kids' classes help children build the skills they need to succeed at home, school, and everywhere else. Martial arts gives them a constructive way to channel their energy and curiosity.
Through age-appropriate training, kids learn important life skills like listening and following instructions.
They practice patience and discover how it feels to work toward a goal.
These lessons help them focus better in the classroom and cooperate more at home.
Our instructors understand how to work with young children. They're patient when kids need extra help and celebrate every achievement.
Children learn to manage their emotions, handle impulses in healthy ways, and develop social skills like taking turns and showing respect to adults.
We see children develop from easily distracted to focused students who listen well and care about doing their best. When your child trains at Oom Yung Doe, they're not just learning to stay safe.
They're building habits and skills that help them succeed in every part of their young lives.
"I used to go to a gym, but that got boring. Then I tried out this place and haven't regretted it for a second. The instructors -- patient, thorough and providing personalized instruction -- make sure everyone improves.
It's a unique mix of martial arts, self defense and mindfulness that challenges the brain as much as the body.
Highly recommend their adult classes and the women's only self defense class."
- Carolyn H. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
WHAT YOU SEE
YOU CAN ACHIEVE
Here Are SOME of the
Countless Benefits
You Can Gain From Oom Yung Doe
Physical
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Build a strong foundation of balance, coordination, and agility
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Stay active in a safe, structured environment that keeps classes fun and engaging
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Develop healthy habits early that channels energy and support growth
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Learn simple self defense skills and situational awareness
Mental
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Improve focus and listening skills that carry over into school and home
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Build discipline and patience through step-by-step progress
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Gain confidence to try new things, speak up and be in front of big groups
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Learn how to manage big emotions and practice self-control
Spiritual
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Develop respect for themselves, parents, teachers, and peers
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Build resilience and self-belief that strengthens with every lesson
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Learn to set small goals and experience the pride of achieving them
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Discover a sense of purpose and accomplishment through positive effort
"After trying a few, I can say Oom Yung Doe is the best choice. The instructors are dedicated, well trained, and involved in his training and development.
This is more than a martial arts class, it teaches life skills, patience, and respect. Highly recommend."
- S. P
Even The Biggest Transformations
Begin With The First Step
Many kids come to us with lots of energy but aren't sure how to use it productively.
Some are shy, others get distracted easily or have difficulty following directions.
Our classes help them channel that energy into purposeful movement and personal growth. They learn better coordination and develop self-control through practice.
We've seen students transform from restless and unfocused to calm, attentive children who make thoughtful decisions.
They learn to show respect in class and carry those same behaviors home and to school.
The physical training gives them an outlet for their energy while teaching them when to move and when to be still.
These children discover they can accomplish things they never thought possible.
They start small with basic movements and simple goals, but each success builds their confidence to try harder challenges.
This Is Where
Thousands Have
Also Started
The Kind of Change That
Lasts a Lifetime
No matter where your child starts, Oom Yung Doe builds a foundation that will serve them for life.
We've worked with children who struggled with big emotions, shyness, or trouble listening in school.
Over time, these same students develop the focus and self-control that helps them in the classroom, on the playground, and at home.
Our instructors watch quiet or hesitant kids grow into young leaders who stand tall and make good choices. Classes strengthen their bodies and improve coordination while giving them a safe outlet for their energy. They also build emotional control, learning to stay calm and bounce back when things don't go their way.
It's not just about martial arts skills. It's about helping kids develop into respectful, confident young people who feel good about themselves.
That first step may feel small, but it can change how they carry themselves for life.
Learn Directly From
The Masters
The unique training system at Oom Yung Doe ensures that all of our students, regardless of skill level, have access to Instructors and Masters at all 4 teaching levels.
That means that even the new students have access to the Regional, National and Master Level teams, and gain extra insights and learn skills from the best.
The teams range from 1st Degree Black Belt Instructors all the way to Traditional Martial Arts Masters who have learned directly from Grandmaster Iron Kim.
A true Traditional Martial Arts Master is extremely rare,
and one of the unique aspects of Oom Yung Doe training is that every student has an opportunity to learn directly from the Master Level Teaching (MLT) Team.
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LOCAL
INSTRUCTORS
1st-3rd Black Belts
These 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Degree Instructors are responsible for daily training helping students memorize and execute form and movement properly (Hak Sup), and develop coordination, patience, and determination.
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REGIONAL
TEAM
4D-5D Black Belts
The Regional Team consists of 4th and 5th Degree Black Belts. Students can learn from the Regional Team weekly, quickly developing their ability to apply movement in any direction (Un Yung).
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NATIONAL
TEAM
6D-7D Black Belts
The National Team (6th and 7th Degree Black Belts) helps students fully absorb movement (Shil Sup Level) such that it becomes instinctual and can be applied in everyday life.
Students have an opportunity to learn from the National Level Team once per month.
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MASTER
LEVEL TEAM
8D-9D Black Belts
The Master Level Team (8th and 9th Degree Black Belts) visits the school 4-5 times per year to teach Chung Dan Hyung level form, tailored to each student’s body type and condition.
This personalized coaching is the quickest, most powerful way to develop remarkable abilities.
They Had It When It Was
Needed Most
What we teach isn’t just for show. The techniques have been tested in real life, under pressure.
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The Grandmaster taught South Korean soldiers during the war, when their survival depended on it.
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We helped train Seattle Police before the major city riot of the early 2000s.
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A foreign special forces soldier became an instructor, and recognized many of our methods from elite military training.
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A female student used what she learned to stop a full-grown man from attacking her. She was his 13th target that day, and the only one to put him to the ground.
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Countless students have defended themselves and others in real-life situations.
Oom Yung Doe isn’t just about learning how to strike.
It’s about taking control of your life and learning to protect it, physically and mentally.
"The whole program is designed around the core philosophy of Martial Arts.
All of the instructors are very skilled and deeply caring of and committed to, our kids learning."
- Sajida R.
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"The instructors are friendly and supportive.
They have helped her find confidence and strength in herself.
Where she struggled before with insecurity, she now stands with pride and passion."
- Kelly P.
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"The head instructors motivate students without fear or intimidation. My daughter has gained confidence, discipline, and is learning what’s possible through hard work."
- Jason F
Join a Community of
Like-Minded People
Wanting to Be Their Best
Most people wait until they feel ready, but real change begins the moment you take that first step.
If you're dealing with stress, feeling stuck, or simply craving more strength and clarity in your life, you're not alone.
Our community is full of supportive, like-minded people, all working to become their best and who are ready to help you do the same.
This is your time, book your first lesson for free.
Take the first step today and join our community.
"Started my daughter and I've seen her flourish under excellent instructors. The head instructors have a high emotional acumen and are able to motivate the students without using fear and intimidation.
My daughter has gained confidence, discipline, and is learning what is possible through hard work."
- Jason F
"I'm very picky about the classes and activities my son attends. After trying a few different ones I can say that Oom Yung Doe is the best choice especially for young children . The instructors are dedicated , well trained and very much involved in my son's training and overall development . This is so much more than a physical martial arts class, this one teaches children important life skills , patience and respect .Highly recommend"
- S. P
"I have had my 2 boys training at Oom Yung Doe in Kirkland for almost a year now. Instructor MacKenzie is wonderful with them and really understands where they are both physically and mentally.
We’re now going on 3 years, and my boys are strong and confident, have competed in tournaments, we’re not going anywhere else!"
- Adrienne K
"My daughter attends classes at Kirkland Oom Yung Doe. The instructors are friendly and supportive. They have helped her find confidence and strength in herself.
Where she struggled before with insecurity, she now stands with pride and passion. Kirkland Oom Yung Doe is a fantastic place. I recommend the school with great enthusiasm!"
- Kelly P
"My son has been training there for more than 5 years. The whole program is designed around the core philosophy of Martial Arts.
All of the instructors are very skilled and deeply caring of and committed to, our kids learning."
- Sajida R
"My son has been taking lessons from Teacher MacKenzie for years, and it has done wonders for him. As a kid with special needs, not everybody is successful with him! MacKenzie has a manner that engages kids and drives them to keep stretching their abilities. At the same time, she is warm and caring to each individual. I've never seen a kid she couldn't reach.
- Christie R
"Both of my children started at the center in April 2024. Both have improved dramatically in self confidence, control and focus. We really enjoy the classes and the instructors.
We always feel welcome. The facility is well kept and clean. I would highly recommend oom young doe to kids and adults it's a wonderful place to train."
- Mia B
"This place has taught my son some very important values. I find Instructor Michelle very knowledgeable and helpful in guiding/teaching."
- John S
OOM YUNG DOE
Oom Yung Doe schools located in Kirkland, Northgate and San Diego are managed
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