Meet our Grand Master!

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 Grandmaster Jong Ho Park is an 8th Degree Kukkiwon Black Belt and the current Kukkiwon President for the State of Ohio. With over 30 years of teaching experience in both South Korea and the United States, he has made a lasting impact on the global Taekwondo community.

He served as Head Coach of Seoul’s Joong-Kye Elementary School for 13 years, producing countless national and international champions. Grandmaster Park is a 7-time member of the prestigious Korean National Demonstration Team and has been awarded the Presidential Sports Award twice by Presidents Clinton and Obama. He also coached 4-time World Champion and 3-time Olympian, Dae-Hoon Lee.

 Kukkiwon, also known as the World Taekwondo Headquarters, is the official global authority for Taekwondo, recognized by the South Korean government. Established in 1972 and based in Seoul, Kukkiwon sets the worldwide standards for techniques, forms (poomsae), and ranking requirements. A Kukkiwon black belt certificate is proof that you’ve trained in the most widely practiced and internationally recognized style of Taekwondo. It represents authenticity, tradition, and technical excellence. To compete in official events—including national championships and the Olympics—a Kukkiwon-issued black belt and instructor license are required, making it the gold standard for serious Taekwondo practitioners. All JK Kang Taekwondo Instructors are Kukkiwon certified.