Grandmaster J. Lee with his sons, Master Jung and Master Minho

Leadership

Led by the Lee family

Grandmaster J. Lee opened his first academy in 2008. His sons, Master Jung and Master Minho, trained under him from the age of 4 and now lead Master Lee's Taekwondo with their father as Chief Advisor.

Grandmaster J. Lee

7th Degree Black Belt

Grandmaster J. Lee

Founder & Chief Advisor

  • 50+ years of martial arts experience
  • Former U.S. National Team Director
  • Former Korean Military ROTC Officer and Taekwondo Head Instructor
  • Han Yang University graduate, B.S. in Physical Education

Grandmaster Lee is widely regarded as one of the world's leading Taekwondo instructors. He is known for his distinguished tenure as a former U.S. National Team Director and as the former Head Taekwondo Instructor for the Korean Military. His decades of experience have shaped generations of martial artists, and his influence continues to define the standards and expectations of the Academy today.

Grandmaster Lee's vision is rooted in the principles he embodied as a former Korean Military Officer. His teaching philosophy blends tradition, discipline, and technical excellence, creating an environment where students train with purpose and are sharpened by rigor. His leadership has been foundational in establishing the Lee family's teaching reputation for strong fundamentals, structured training, and a commitment to preserving the integrity of the art.

Grandmaster Lee's legacy continues to serve as the foundation for the continued growth of the Academy. As Chief Advisor, he continues to guide his sons, Master Jung and Master Min, ensuring the Academy remains aligned with the traditions, standards, and mission he established. His ongoing influence shapes the future of the Academy and the generations of students who carry forward his teachings.

Master Jung Lee

5th Degree Black Belt

Master Jung Lee

Co-Founder & Managing Director

  • Former national-level competitor and multiple-time state champion
  • Trained and mentored by former National Champions, World Champions and Olympic coaches
  • Rutgers Business School graduate, B.S. in Finance (Magna Cum Laude)

Master Jung is the Co-Founder of Master Lee's Taekwondo and serves as the Managing Director. He holds a 5th Degree Black Belt and is Grandmaster Lee's eldest son, training since the age of 4. As Managing Director, Master Jung oversees daily operation and community engagement to ensure every family receives a consistent and high-quality experience. His leadership has shaped the Academy's organizational culture, establishing systems of structure, accountability, and excellence that set a standard for how a martial arts school should operate.

Master Jung's role extends beyond day-to-day operations into overseeing the organizational structure that supports the Academy's long-term development. His background in business, including his professional experience as a former corporate consultant for New York Life, has strengthened his expertise in communication, organization, and relationship management. Combined with decades of Taekwondo training, these skills have guided the Academy's growth into a respected institution rooted in tradition yet committed to continual improvement.

As an athlete, Master Jung was a multiple-time New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut State Champion and a National Championship finalist. He has trained under former World Champions and Olympic Coaches throughout his competitive career. Master Jung is a graduate of Rutgers University Business School, where he earned his degree in Finance.

Master Minho Lee

5th Degree Black Belt

Master Minho Lee

Co-Founder & Headmaster

  • Former national-level competitor: 2x Jr. National Champion and multiple-time state champion
  • Trained and mentored by former National Champions, World Champions and Olympic coaches
  • Rutgers University graduate, B.S. in HR with a minor in Organizational Leadership

Master Min is the Co-Founder and Headmaster of Master Lee's Taekwondo. He holds a 5th Degree Black Belt and is Grandmaster Lee's youngest son, training since the age of 4. As Headmaster, Master Min leads the Academy in class instruction, curriculum development, and staff development. He has played a key role in shaping the Academy's teaching philosophy, one that honors his father's teachings and centers on delivering a comprehensive Taekwondo experience that integrates personal growth, practical self-defense training, and Olympic-style sparring skills.

Master Min's extensive background in the martial arts has shaped a forward-thinking approach that blends tradition with innovation. His high-level experience in Taekwondo, as well as in other arts such as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Kickboxing, has cultivated a distinct foundation that delivers a more complete martial arts experience, one that preserves traditional Taekwondo principles while expanding their application for the modern student.

As an athlete, Master Min is a former national-level competitor, earning titles as a two-time Jr. National Champion and multiple-time New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut State Champion. He has been coached by former World Champions and Olympic Coaches throughout his competitive career. Master Min is a graduate of Rutgers University, where he earned his degree in Human Resource Management with a minor in Organizational Leadership.

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