Meet Our Masters

Dedicated champions. Lifelong practitioners. Committed to guiding every student on their Taekwondo journey.

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Grand Master Wonil Seo

Founder & Owner | Kukkiwon-Certified 7th Degree Black Belt | 2nd Class Examiner

Grand Master Wonil Seo is the founder and owner of Kian Taekwondo. Born in Korea, he has practiced Taekwondo since childhood, dedicating his life to the art and its guiding philosophy. A multiple national and international Taekwondo champion, he holds a Kukkiwon-certified 7th Degree Black Belt and is a Certified 2nd Class Examiner. He has received numerous awards and appointments from organizations across the Taekwondo community. Grand Master Seo brings that same lifelong commitment to every student he teaches.

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Master Erin Lewis is a Kukkiwon-certified 4th Degree Black Belt with 18 years of Taekwondo training. After experiencing the community and teachings of Taekwondo firsthand, she made it a lifelong commitment. A national champion and appointed member of Taekwondo organizations, Master Erin now teaches alongside Grand Master Wonil Seo, bringing her expertise and passion to students of all ages and backgrounds.

Kukkiwon-Certified 4th Degree Black Belt

Master Erin Lewis

A Black Belt is a White Belt who never quit.

Perseverance is the heart of Taekwondo. Every step forward, no matter how small, is progress worth honoring.