Welcome!
Grand Master Giseon Kim

Welcome to the Grand Master Kim's World-class Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy. Our School provides quality instruction in ‘WT’ Olympic Style Taekwondo and Hapkido self-defense. We are an official WT (World Taekwondo Federation) and KUKKIWON (World Taekwondo Headquarters) member. We teach in accordance with The World Taekwondo Federation and KUKKIWON regulations.

Grand Master Kim was born and raised in South Korea, and he moved to the United States in 2008. He started teaching in Iowa where his US work visa sponsor located. Later, he finally moved to Texas. He currently teaches at Eagle Rock Martial Arts in Bullard. He took ownership in January 2024 and has grown the school considerably since then. He is now opening a location in Tyler making it first branch school. When Master Kim was in Korea, he made a successful story as an athlete, coach, instructor, and referee. Following his move to the United States, he continued to become a decorated athlete and has won numerous awards such as World President Cup Champion, US Open Champion, National Champion, World’s best referee award, and many others.

Grand Master Kim began practicing Taekwondo at the young age of 8 in South Korea. His father encouraged him to take up martial arts as a means to strengthen his self-defense skills and mental development. Master Kim has dedicated years of his life to this passion. He has been recognized for his abilities throughout elementary school, middle school, college, and even a Military Special Team. He first opened a TKD school in Cheon-An, South Korea after deciding that he wanted to share his knowledge and foster growth in those who are desirous of learning Tae Kwon Do.

Grand Master Kim’s experience instructing young students has earned him an exceptional reputation. He understands that young martial artists need guidance, and he strives to instill in them Respect, Discipline, and Self-control – all of which are values that reach beyond the dojang(school) into all facets of life. His devotion to mentoring students is clear from the individualized instruction he provides for his students.

About
G.M Giseon Kim

*Born in South Korea

*Moved to USA 2008

*Kukkiwon 9th Dan Blackbelt - the youngest grand master in USA

*Hopkido 9th Dan Blackbelt

*1st Degree Kukkiwon International Master

*1st Degree Kukkiwon Blackbelt Promotion Examiner

*2023 Grand Slammer - 4 Gold Medals at US Open, National Championship, Grand Prix Final, and US National Team Trial

*WT International Sparring & Poomsae Referee

*WT World best International Referee Award

*Current USA National Team Member 2024

*Current Eaglerock Matial Arts Head Instructor

The People and Vision

About Us

Founder

Master Jeon is an influential leader, educator, and a minister. His life-long mission is to build the next generation leaders, equipping them as a whole person - body, mind, and soul. He is currently in the graduate study of Theology and Leadership at Gonzaga University.

He is a 6th degree Black Belt in Taekwondo and 5th degree in Hapkido. He has coached Sparring and Demonstration in Korea and Ukraine for State, National, and World championships. His exclusive experiences also include his service in the Special Force Police in Korea and founding the 1st Republic of Korea Ambassador Championship in Ukraine in 1999.

"Eagle On The Rock"

Our name, Eagle Rock, entails a valuable history and meaning. While Master Jeon was serving as a lead missionary for an missionary effort in the Pueblo Native American community, the chief of the tribe had observed him carefully throughout the stay. At the end of the stay, a ceremonial gathering was held by the tribe to anoint a Native American name for Master Jeon: EAGLE ON THE ROCK. Like an Eagle, the chief saw Master Jeon as one who will soar high and wide and spread the good and positive influence founded upon the word of God, the Rock.

The hand-made feather ornament was also gifted by the chief and it still hangs as an honorable gift.