Business Details
Your Trusted Martial Arts Academy in Gold Coast
Rhee Taekwondo Gold Coast was founded by Master Michael Harper, a globally recognized martial arts expert trained directly by one of the original Taekwondo masters. Our organization has dedicated decades to preserving the authentic teachings of this ancient Korean martial art, which has been utilized by elite military units, police academies, and educational institutions worldwide. We specialize in controlled, non-competitive self-defense techniques that combine powerful strikes, precise footwork, and mental discipline to empower practitioners of all ages. Our instructors, known as Sabum, undergo rigorous training under Master Harper and hold essential accreditations including working with children clearances.We emphasize character development alongside physical fitness, teaching values like respect, perseverance, and self-discipline. With locations across Queensland, we offer flexible enrollment options and family-friendly programs designed to improve overall well-being while maintaining the art's traditional integrity. Our methodology remains faithful to the original combat techniques developed for Korean Marine Commandos, ensuring practical effectiveness in real-world scenarios.
Services
Adult Taekwondo
Kids Martial Arts
Family Discounts
Self-Defense Training
Flexible Enrollment
Highlights and features
- Family-friendly, no-contact martial arts training
- Qualified instructors with working with children accreditations
- Techniques developed for Korean Marine Commandos
- Flexible enrollment with free trial lessons available
- Focus on character development alongside physical fitness
Services
Adult Taekwondo
Dynamic martial arts training for adults focusing on self-defense, physical fitness, and mental discipline. Our classes accommodate all fitness levels with controlled techniques that improve strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Participants learn practical combat methods developed for military and law enforcement applications while developing personal confidence and discipline.
Kids Martial Arts
Structured martial arts programs for children aged 5+ emphasizing character development, respect, and self-confidence. Our curriculum combines physical training with moral education to foster discipline, perseverance, and self-control. The non-contact approach ensures safe learning while teaching valuable self-defense skills and promoting healthy lifestyle habits through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Family Discounts
Cost-effective family training packages that encourage shared learning experiences. Our flexible pricing structure supports multiple family members training together while maintaining individual progress tracking. This program promotes intergenerational bonding through martial arts practice while making quality self-defense instruction accessible to households at various budget levels.
Self-Defense Training
Practical self-defense instruction based on military-tested combat methods. Students learn controlled yet effective techniques for real-world scenarios, including strikes, blocks, and evasion tactics. The curriculum emphasizes situational awareness and de-escalation strategies alongside physical defense mechanisms, preparing practitioners to protect themselves and their families with confidence.
Flexible Enrollment
Year-round enrollment with immediate class access for new students. Participants can start training at any time without waiting for specific program cycles, with free trial lessons available at all locations. This approach accommodates busy schedules while maintaining structured progression through consistent, ongoing instruction without contractual obligations or automatic payments.
People
Master Michael Harper
Founder & Chief Instructor
Internationally recognized martial arts master trained directly by Taekwondo's original founders. Developed military combat techniques for Korean Marine Commandos and trained Australian police forces. Holds black belt rankings in multiple disciplines and established Rhee Taekwondo Gold Coast's global training standards.
Questions
What is Genesis Taekwondo?
Genesis Taekwondo teaches traditional Korean martial arts techniques developed for military and law enforcement. Our program focuses on practical self-defense, physical fitness, and character development through controlled, non-competitive training methods.
Who can learn Taekwondo?
Our classes welcome anyone aged 5+ regardless of fitness level or prior experience. The curriculum adapts to individual capabilities while maintaining traditional martial arts principles, making it accessible for complete beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
What benefits does training provide?
Regular practice improves physical fitness, flexibility, and self-defense skills while developing mental discipline, confidence, and character traits like respect and perseverance through structured martial arts instruction.
Are family discounts available?
Yes, we offer flexible family training packages that allow multiple family members to train together at reduced rates while maintaining individual progress tracking and personalized instruction.
How do I start training?
Contact us via phone or email, or visit any location 15 minutes before class starts to organize free trial lessons. No contracts or automatic payments are required for enrollment.
