Senior Master Tony Park
Born in South Korea, and raised in the Midwestern United States, Master Chun Woo (Tony) Park began his training in taekwondo at the age of 7 under the watchful eye of Grand Master Ri Kon Ko. He started teaching taekwondo to others at the age of 12 and has enjoyed it ever since. Currently, Master Park has over 45 years of martial arts experience.Master Park was a part of the top 10 martial arts schools in the U.S. (rankings are determined by the World Martial Arts Research Foundation). Master Park has also received numerous outstanding instructor awards.
Master Park started competing at the age of 8, becoming the Midwest taekwondo champion for nine consecutive years. He excels and has won awards in all aspects of martial arts, including sparring, breaking, and forms.
In total, Master Park has won first place or the gold medal in more than 80 championships in his competitive career, including national titles from the U.S. Nationals, AAU Nationals, and AKTA Nationals.
Today, Master Park’s National Taekwondo Academy in the South Orange County area thrives over 350 active members. Master Park's taekwondo classes help students learn self-control, concentration, and mental discipline while improving motor skills and overall physical fitness in a fun, group setting.
