About Best One
Authentic Korean Taekwondo in South Riding.
"Our mission is to help children build confidence, self-esteem, a strong body, and a strong mind through positive experiences in sports, fitness, and martial arts."
Master Instructor
Master Oh, in his own words
- 6th-Degree Taekwondo Black Belt
- 5th-Degree Wushu Master
- 10+ years teaching
"Hello, I'm Master Oh."
"I am a 6th-Degree Taekwondo Black Belt and 5th-Degree Wushu Master with more than 10 years of experience teaching Taekwondo and Martial Arts. For over a decade, I have had the opportunity to teach and work with children and families throughout the South Riding, Aldie, and Stone Ridge communities."
"My goal is not only to teach martial arts skills, but also to help every student develop confidence, discipline, respect, self-esteem, and a strong body and mind. I believe that martial arts can make a positive difference in a child's life, and I am committed to providing the best possible training and experience for every student."
Master Sang Mook Oh
Who teaches
The rest of the team.
All of our instructors are trained and certified through Best One Fitness & Martial Arts.
Instructor JP
Parents tell it better than we can.
- "Has the patience of a saint and he is amazing with the littles."S. J.
- "Has a knack for working with young kids and knows how to teach and explain in developmentally appropriate ways while still being silly and fun."Kristen B.
- "Really knows how to work with the younger kiddos!"Lida H.
After-School STEM
Ms. Jen Yu
Ms. Jen Yu leads the weekly STEM and academic activities in our After-School Program and helps with homework. She is a former school teacher and a mother of two.
Our 6 principles
Counted the way class counts.
Taekwondo is a defensive martial art, and the most important value in Taekwondo is Respect.
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Hana · one
Respect
The most important value in Taekwondo. For instructors, for parents, for each other.
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Dul · two
Self-Discipline
Doing it properly, even when nobody is counting for you.
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Set · three
Focus
Eyes up, ears open. Listening skills start in our class for two-year-olds.
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Net · four
Confidence
Parents see it growing a little with each class.
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Daseot · five
Safety
Taekwondo is a defensive martial art, and your child's safety is our highest priority.
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Yeoseot · six
Leadership
Where students grow next: helping lead the class and speaking up with confidence.
"Our goal is simple: Help every child become stronger, healthier, and more confident, and make the world a little better every day."
Out in the community
Where we've taught Taekwondo.
Beyond our own mats, Best One has taught Taekwondo at schools, rec centers and gyms around Loudoun County and beyond.
- Curious Minds MontessoriSouth Riding
- Kids R KidsSouth Riding
- Guidepost MontessoriAldie, Broadlands, Herndon, Fairfax
- Good Beginnings SchoolAldie
- Dulles South Recreation CenterSouth Riding
- Life Time Fitness
- The Fitness Equation
- Cherrydale Volunteer Fire DepartmentArlington
From Best One families
What families say.
No long-term contract. You can cancel anytime you want.
"Taekwondo is one she never wants to take a break from. Master Oh and Master JP are fun and engaging. My daughter has gained a lot of confidence and strength through these classes."
"My daughter has gone here for a couple of years now and it has made a huge difference in her confidence and she has learned so much."
"The instructors are all amazing with the kids and have created a fun environment while taking the kraft seriously."
"Master Oh and Instructor JP are amazing with kids. They both are very dedicated towards keeping kids engaged as well as maintaining discipline."
"Our kids have been attending for a couple years now and they love it. The instructors are professional, knowledgeable and so kind to the kiddos."
Your first class is free
Come count with us.
Bring your kid (or yourself) for a free trial class. Tell us who is coming and you will pick a class time on the next screen.