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My son loves this place. He loves his instructors and they make sure to recognize him and his achievements. We've been there less than a year and it feels like they've known him his whole life.
Celebrated my son’s 8th birthday at Yonsei & the kids had a blast! Non-stop fun from start to finish. The party attendants took care of everything so the grownups could just sit back and enjoy watching all the great games. Highly recommended Yonsei for your next birthday party!
Our son started with Yonsei almost a year ago and he absolutely loves it! He always looks forward to going to his classes. All the instructors do an awesome job teaching our kids. Everyone is so sweet! The class hours are pretty flexible. I would definitely recommend Yonsei Martial Arts Academy!
My family has experienced diffrent Martial Arts Academies and Yonsei is by for the Best. My Daughter Loved the Relationships, and Friendships she has developed and wants to continue. Sensei is more than an instructor, he is a leader, he is kind, firm, approachable and extremely knowledgeable. The Staff is way more than amazing, they are astonishing. If anyone attends this Academy you and/or your child will definetly become a better person.
Yonsei is easily the best martial arts school in the country.
Yonsei Martial Arts has been amazing for our kids. For the past two years we’ve been able to celebrate the personal growth and skill development acquired through the weekly training, guidance, and leadership Yonsei offers. Classes are efficient and fun. Leaders are encouraging and firm. Friendships are abundant. Opportunities for our older kids to lead the younger ones has helped them to develop life-long leadership and teamwork skills. The optional tournaments motivated them to work towards a goal, measure their skill level, and celebrate their efforts. We have greatly appreciated Master Mike Sentilles, Mrs. Peggy Richard and their leadership team with all they’ve done taking the time to get to know our kids and help them to be the best they can be. We highly recommend Yonsei to families who are looking for a Martial Arts school that truly cares about their students.
I absolutely love what this place did for my child. I enrolled my child here when he was 5 years old, and I truly believe it has helped shape him into the great young man he is today! Not only do they teach you karate, but they teach you life lessons and mature ways to react and deal with situations. The staff was incredible, and my child loved all the extra fun activities they had for them. We even had a couple birthday parties over there - which hands down were the most fun and unique experiences ever! All of his friends and their parents had a blast and used them as well. Highly recommend this place!!!
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There are so many great things about Yonsei! The one that I love the most is the feeling we get each time we attend. They treat you like family! I can see a difference in my son after every visit! They encourage him to never give up and they teach him respect. What more could we ask for right! Stop by and see for yourself! You won’t be disappointed :)
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We have been at Yonsei for almost 4 years and it was the best decision we made for our daughter. I love that they teach core values while having fun at the same time. The staff is amazing and we wouldn't dream of going anywhere else.
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We love Yonsei! Joining this school is one of the best decisions we have made. Connor has really started to focus better in school and be more respectful and empathetic and confident since being at Yonsei. All of the staff are caring and attentive, and outside of training every child's entire well being is important to them.
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Yonsei Academy has given our son a safe, strict and fun place to learn Tang Soo Do. Respect, honesty and focus are a few core values taught. The staff is wonderful with kids. I recommend to friends and family.
Best decision we ever made sending my son to this school. The staff is great. My son became a 3rd degree black belt it took a lot of focus & hard work. The staff really cares for the students and teaches them how to respect themselves & others.
This place is excellent for physical activity and mental training, discipline. My two daughters like this. It’s fun for them and they enjoy every class. They always do different physical activity every time, so it’s great!!
The most engaging and committed staff! All 3 of our kids are enrolled at Yonsei.
Love this place!!!!
The absolute best thing you can do for your child or yourself is to join the Yonsei Martial Arts Academy family! Fabulous people and a fantastic program that will help you succeed in life!
Have been here for 1 year already and joining Yonsei is the best decision I have probably ever made
We came here for a party. The staff was so amazing. The party was well organized and the kids had a blast
This school is amazing! My son has grown so much since he has been enrolled here. The instructors are very patient and very knowledgeable.
This place is awesome!! Logan loves going to karate and when he does he always gives it his best and always learning more and trying new things.
Yonsei is impressive. The instructors sincerely care about the kids and give them individualized attention. This school has exceeded my expectations.
Yonsei is great! All the instructors are great, and know how to work with children in a way that is both firm, and respectful.
My child has learned a lot, has a lot of fun, and has improved in discipline, and focus.
Great dojang. Master Sentilles and his staff of instructors instill good focus, discipline and self-control to students of all ages.
“A son may outgrow his father’s lap, but never his heart.” – unknown One of our favorite Yonsei Buddy Nights is our annual Father’s Day Buddy Night. One special Friday every June, we invite our Yonsei fathers, grandfathers, uncles and other special adults to join their children in taking class. We absolutely adore seeing […]
“Any man can be a father, but it takes a special man to be a dad.” – Anne Geddes With Father’s Day on Sunday, we at Yonsei want to take the time to recognize the amazing adults in our students lives. We are home to exceptional fathers, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, and cousins, and we […]
“Being a mother is an attitude, not a biological relation.” – Robert A. Heinlein This month at Yonsei, we’re focusing on appreciation, specifically, appreciating the amazing women in our students’ lives. As we prepare to celebrate Mother’s Day, we at Yonsei want to take the time to thank all the mothers, grandmothers, aunts, […]
“Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.” John F. Kennedy This week, our message was to focus on exercise. Research dating as far back at the 1980’s demonstrates aerobic fitness plays a part in extending life […]
At Yonsei Martial Arts Academy, our motto is, “We change lives!” This motto is more than just a catchy slogan; it’s the truth. In our 23 years of business, our masters, instructors, and staff have taken the time to know each and every student – and their family – personally. Hearing from our students is […]
“Food and water are the fuel for your body like gasoline is for cars. Do you want cheap, fast, fake food that clogs up your engine and causes injury, or do you want to run on fuel that wins the race?” Mrs. Richard Healthy eating was our Message of the Week this week. Healthy […]
For many years, uniforms have been used in a multitude of industries. From school, to the military, to sports teams, to work, uniforms have remained an element that helps people distinguish one team or organization from another. And while uniforms are mainly used for this reason, sports teams, the military and some other organizations have […]
“If you think down, you will go down. If you think up, you will go up. You’ll always travel in the direction of your thinking.” T.D. Jakes For the first week of April, we have focused on mental health. As stated by MentalHealth.gov, “Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how […]
We are extremely proud of our students’ performance at last month’s Birmingham Invitational Tournament in Birmingham, Alabama. From our Core Eagles to our adults, Yonsei students of all ages made the journey to represent our dojang. We are honored to say that our students took home many many medals, and we cannot wait for the […]
“The greatest wealth is health.” – Virgil This month’s focus at Yonsei is health. When you think of the word health, what comes to mind? For some, it’s their physical health: their weight, their athletic ability, or their diet. For others, it’s their mental health: their mindfulness, their thoughts, and their negative feelings. No […]
The Yonsei family is proud to present its newest Black Belts. These young men and women have spent years training, and some have even given back to the school through our Leadership Team. It is a great honor to Yonsei to welcome these Cho Dans, Ee Dans, and Sam Dan into the Black Belt family! […]
Over the last 20 years, Melody Shuman has developed the SKILLZ program that is now taught worldwide. You can read about her journey here. Yonsei Martial Arts Academy is the proud lifetime member of SKILLZ Worldwide and the exclusive licensed school in the New Orleans metro area. Below is an excerpt from her blog, […]
For many people, martial arts is one unified style, which they call “karate,” and includes learning a variety of self-defense moves. When students decide to change martial arts schools, they are often told they must “start over” at white belt. And while it is important for a student to learn all lower rank information of […]
It’s a pleasure to have Mr. Steven Shulin as an instructor at Yonsei Martial Arts Academy! Mr. Shulin started martial arts in 1968 in Taekwondo. He later taught martial arts in the military from 1973 through 1976. In 2011 he came to Yonsei as a student in Tang Soo Do and obtained his first […]
