The Grand Master (GM) and Founder of our Studio is Yong Sung Lee. Originally from Seoul, South Korea, Grand Master Lee came with his family to the United States in the 1970’s. After many years of teaching in Korea and the United States, Grand Master Lee opened his own Studio on September 15, 1983 (Studio Birthday) in response to numerous student requests.

His experience in Martial Arts extends over 40 years and spans all areas of the Martial Arts. Among others, Grand Master Lee possesses and 10th Degree Black Belt in Hapmudo, As well as Grand Master degrees in Hapkido, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, Judo, Jujutsu, Aikido, Kendo, Tai Chi, and over 36 Weapons. Because of his extensive background, we are fortunate to have a very complete and unique curriculum in Martial Arts at our school.

In his many years of teaching, Grand Master Lee has endeavored to educate his students overcome and improve such problems as asthma, chronic back pain, and addiction to cigarettes. Perhaps his proudest achievement is the number of children he has helped with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), other learning disabilities, scholastic, and behavior problems. 

Throughout his career, Grand Master Lee has endeavored to educate his students in the philosophies of Martial Arts and lead them in true friendship and citizenship. It is his belief that the study of Martial Arts is a way to achieve happiness as well as an Art. His life and many accomplishments demonstrate his caring for humanity and his willingness to share this philosophy with others.