OUR INSTRUCTORS

MASTER HYUNG KIM
MASTER HYUNG KIM7th Degree Black Belt
Master Hyung Kim is a 7th Degree Black Belt and has over 40 years experience in multiple forms of Martial Arts including Hapkido and Tae Kwon Do. He has been teaching for over 20 years. He also has vast experiences teaching in many other areas of Self Defense:
  • Currently teaches Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics at HACC Police Academy
  • Runs a Verbal Martial Arts-Anti BullyProgaram, which was featured in the Patriot News
  • Taught at local schools including Central Dauphin High School, Central Dauphin East High School, Paxtonia Elementary, St. Catherine Laboure School and Marshall Academy in Harrisburg.
His accomplishments include various National Titles:
  • 2001 WCMAO World Cup Champion
  • 2002 ISKA National Champion (featured on ESPN@2)
  • 2002 ISKA U.S. Martial Arts Champion
  • 2003 & 2004 Schwartzenegger Battle of Columbus Multiple Gold Medal Champion
Master Hyung’s mission is to provide the highest quality martial arts instruction and to empower his students with valuable skills for daily life. His motto is “if he can and she can, then I can.”
MASTER ERIC NKURUNZIZA
MASTER ERIC NKURUNZIZACertified Head Instructor, KIMADO 2016-Present
  • KIMADO Taekwondo Summer Camp organizer
  • USA Taekwondo Verified Volunteer
  • Martial arts training since 1995
  • Master Hyung’s student since 2003
  • USA Taekwondo level 1 coach, team KIMADO national championships team coach
  • Member of Rwanda National team, World Championships team
International Competition Experience
  • 2013 WTF World Championships, Puebla, Mexico
  • 2014 Commonwealth Taekwondo Championships (Commonwealth Games), Edinburgh, Scotland
  • 2015 Lotto Dutch Open, Eindhoven, Netherlands
  • 2015 US Open Taekwondo Championships, Miami, FL
State and National Competition Experience
  • 2013 USA Taekwondo Pennsylvania State Championships, Gold (Sparring)
  • 2013 State Games of America, Silver (Sparring), Bronze (Forms), Bronze (Breaking)
  • 2014 Keystone State Games, Gold (Sparring)
  • 2015 USA DAEDO True Score state championship, Gold (Sparring)
  • 2016 Keystone State Games, Gold x2 (Sparring, Breaking)
Coaching Experience
  • 2014 USA Taekwondo Pennsylvania State Championships, 5+ PA state champions
  • 2014 USA Taekwondo National Championships, 5 athletes, 2 Silver medals, San Jose, CA
  • 2016 USA Taekwondo Pennsylvania State Championships, 1 athlete, 1 Gold medal
  • 2016 USA Taekwondo National Championships, 1 athlete, Richmond, VA
Mike Silvetti
Mike Silvetti4th Degree Black Belt
Instructor for Adult Class and Black Belts
Thomas Ramstrom
Thomas Ramstrom3rd Degree Black Belt
Instructor for Children’s Class

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

LITTLE DRAGONS
LITTLE DRAGONSAges 4-6
The Little Dragons program is specifically designed for children ages 4-6, with the emphasis on having fun. Students learn life skills and self-defense through Martial Arts. This program focuses on improving children’s listening skills, motor skills, building confidence, self-esteem, and concentration.
FAMILY
FAMILYAll ages welcome
Students gain physical skills along with mental skills including self-confidence, concentration, and respect. Children will fulfill their potential academically, socially, emotionally and athletically.
ADULT/BLACK BELTS
ADULT/BLACK BELTS
This class is for all Adults (teens and up) and any Black Belt students.

HAPKIDO
HAPKIDO
Hapkido is for people of all ages and both genders. Great strength is not required. Our classes offer a complete training program that will develop the core, increase flexibility, increase strength and increase mental focus.

WHAT PARENTS SAY

“Our daughter, Amanda, has come to LOVE everything about martial arts. So much that she did a demonstration for her school talent show. She had so much confidence and was so proud of herself! We know this is a reflection of what KIMADO has taught her about believing in yourself. Master Hyung and his wife, Sue, have made our whole family feel welcome since the moment we walked through the door. We have come to value our KIMADO family and don’t know what we would do without them!”

Jim and Michelle Clark

“We were welcomed into the school with open and nurturing arms and we never looked back. Six years later we have not one but two of our children learning with a diverse group of learners from different families and backgrounds. We have one more son waiting in the wings so we will be here with KIMADO Karate, our home away form home, for many more years to come!”

Greg and Meg Makuch

Greg and Meg Makuch

“Our three oldest children have been attending classes at KIMADO for a year and a half. They have learned new skills, gained confidence and treat others with more respect outside of karate. The family atmosphere created by Master Hyung and his wife is wonderful. We look forward to our youngest starting soon!” 

Tom and Maureen Schaedler

“Our girls have been attending KIMADO for several years. Master Hyung and everyone at KIMADO have become like part of our extended family. The school is so much more than just a place for my kids to learn karate. They have grown both emotionally and physically and have learned very important values such as respect, strength, gratitude and compassion. We plan to raise 4 tough female Black Belts through KIMADO!”

Dean and Tiffany Whittaker

“Our son Nathan started at KIMADO over a year ago. His development of karate skills, belt level achievements and self-confidence have been so rewarding for him and our family. We look forward to our continued relationship with the KIMADO family, as it has been a great success!”

The Callenberger Family

“Our son, Jack Bosak, started at KIMADO almost 4 years ago. We wanted Jack to learn self-control, increased coordination and have a form of routine exercise. Our experience at KIMADO with Master Hyung has been irreplaceable. He takes extra time to ensure every child is learning, enjoying and getting the most our of their experience. You can go every day and the lessons never lose their appeal. We are so happy with KIMADO and what it has done for our son!”

Dr. and Mrs. Michael Bosak