Our Story

Having immigrated from South Korea, Grand Master Yoo and Mrs Yoo opened the Studio’s doors in 1976.

We are the premiere martial arts institution in the Alexandria area.

We strive to make champions in life and focus to make a positive impact in the community.

 Our Staff

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Jonathan Yoo, Head Master

Master Jon is a 5th degree black belt and Head Master of Yoo’s Tae Kwon Do.

Since beginning Tae Kwon Do at 4 years old, he knew he wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps to teach and empower the next generation of leaders through martial arts.

Having been born and raised in the Alexandria, Master Jon is a graduate of West Potomac High School and George Mason University.

Master Jon is a 5th Degree Kukkiwon Black Belt and also serves as the Head Coach of our Yoo’s Sport Sparring Team.

He is a current member of the 2020 AAU National Elite Coaching Staff and Head Coach of the Virginia State Tae Kwon Do Association.

Credentials

  • Head Master of Yoo’s Tae Kwon Do

  • 5th Degree Kukkiwon Black Belt

  • West Potomac High School

  • George Mason University

  • 2020 AAU National Elite Coach

  • Head Coach for Virginia State Tae Kwon Do Association

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Brad Graham, Master

Master Brad is a 5th Degree Kukkiwon Black Belt and Master of Yoo’s Tae Kwon Do.

Master Brad started his martial arts journey at the Studio at the age of 4 as his father was Grandmaster Yoo’s first student. Just as martial arts shaped his purpose in life, he has a deep passion for teaching and sharing the many positive aspects of Tae Kwon Do.

Master Brad grew up in nearby Arlington and attended Bishop O’Connell High School and George Mason University.

As a member of Yoo’s Sport, Master Brad was a 2011 Collegiate Welter Weight National Team Member and represented the United States at the 2010 World Collegiate Championships in Barcelona, Spain. He is also a 5x Senior National Medalist.

Credentials

  • Master at Yoo’s Tae Kwon Do

  • 5th Degree Kukkiwon Black Belt

  • Bishop O’Connell High School

  • George Mason University

  • 2010 US Collegiate National Team

  • 5x US Senior National Medalist