- NYC DOE-Approved Taekwondo Educational Organization
- Empowering Over 40,000 Public School Students Since 2008
- Top-Ranked Taekwondo Dojang Recognized by the World Taekwondo Headquarters
Founder & Executive Director
Master Regina Jiyeon Im** is the Founder and Executive Director of Newtopia Enterprise Inc. dba Korea Taekwondo (KTKD). Born in South Korea and immigrating to the US in 1995, she was a gymnast and began her Taekwondo journey in 1999. Master Im holds a fifth-degree black belt.
In 2008, she established Newtopia Enterprise Inc. and partnered with the NYC Department of Education to introduce Taekwondo in schools, impacting over 40,000 students, parents, and teachers.
Master Im has developed a tailored Taekwondo curriculum for public schools and instructor training. She has also published several Taekwondo books, including the "KTKD Kids Character Development Series" and co-authored "Taekwon Tales" to promote anti-bullying through Taekwondo.
In 2009, she opened the Korea Taekwondo-KTKD center, the "Home of Life Champions." Membership tripled by 2015, and a new branch was added in 2021. Recognized as New York City’s #1 Family Martial Arts Center, KTKD has expanded to Columbus, Ohio.
Master Im holds a Taekwondo Master-Instructor License from Kukkiwon and a BBA in Finance and Investments from Baruch College.
Co-Owner & Director
Master Seungrok (SR) Kim is the Co-owner and Director of Korea Taekwondo (KTKD). Starting as an employee master at KTKD Flushing in 2015, he became a co-owner within three years and helped expand the center, leading to the establishment of KTKD Corona in 2021.
With over 40 years of Taekwondo experience, Master Kim earned his sixth-degree black belt and has competed in national tournaments in Korea. He has also served as a coach, referee, and judge in Korea and the US. His additional qualifications include a second-degree black belt in Hapkido and Judy, a first-degree black belt in Kumdo, and experience as a Captain in the South Korean Army. He holds a Master of Science in Sport Management from Brooklyn College and a bachelor's degree in Physical Education from Chosun University.
ABOUT US
Korea Taekwondo- KTKD is NYC’s #1 Family Martial Arts Center. Over the years, our organization has been very active in the local community. We are the first and only Taekwondo educational vendors in NYC schools. We have also helped more than 40,000 public school students since 2008.
Our vision is to be the home of life champions for families, employees, and the community. KTKD families are empowered through learning Taekwondo principles and values. All this will cultivate self-motivation, self-improvement, and good citizenship, which will help communities build the kind of world in which we want our children to live.
Over the years, our organization has been very active in the local community. We are the first and only Taekwondo educational vendor in NYC schools. Since 2008, we have helped more than 40,000 public school students.
Korea Taekwondo-KTKD is committed to inspiring and empowering you to reach your full potential. Our focus is on providing the best martial arts lessons in the Flushing, College Points, Whitestone, Corona, East Elmhurst, and Jackson Heights areas. These lessons will give you the tools you need to defend yourself, maintain great health, and become the best version of yourself for a successful life.
Founder and Executive Director
Co-Owner & Director
Headmaster at KTKD Flushing