Supreme Grandmaster Y.K. Kim
A Modern Educator and a Contemporary Philosopher
A Modern Educator and a Contemporary Philosopher
The Chairman and Founder of Martial Arts World
Our Founder Y.K. Kim
Y.K. Kim is a modern philosopher. He is the founder of Martial Arts World— Supreme Grand Master Y. K. Kim holds an unwavering belief in human potential. He teaches that greatness is not accidental, nor is it inherited. Human potential is maximized through three eternal principles: Education to awaken the mind, discipline to strengthen character, and daily action to transform belief into reality.
There is no one quite like Y.K. Kim. Some call him crazy. Others call him a genius. He accepts both without hesitation—for history shows that the transformation of society has always required uncommon dedication and genius-level commitment. He labors where others retreat, works where others hesitate, and endures what few dare to endure. He is driven by a single mission: to elevate humanity through 5Fitness, and in doing so, to change the world.
A native of Seoul, Korea, Y.K. Kim stands as living proof that the American Dream is real. In 1976, he left his homeland and came to the United States with only his black belt and a heart full of hope. He endured culture shock, financial hardship, and language barriers—shedding blood, sweat, and tears—and refused to quit.
Y.K. Kim is a modern philosopher. He is the founder of Martial Arts World— Supreme Grand Master Y. K. Kim holds an unwavering belief in human potential. He teaches that greatness is not accidental, nor is it inherited. Human potential is maximized through three eternal principles: Education to awaken the mind, discipline to strengthen character, and daily action to transform belief into reality.
There is no one quite like Y.K. Kim. Some call him crazy. Others call him a genius. He accepts both without hesitation—for history shows that the transformation of society has always required uncommon dedication and genius-level commitment. He labors where others retreat, works where others hesitate, and endures what few dare to endure. He is driven by a single mission: to elevate humanity through 5Fitness, and in doing so, to change the world.
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- Author of Winning is a Choice, M A Business, Tae Kwon Do, Health Is the Foundation of Success, Tae Kwon Do World, six Martial Arts World books, Join the Millionaire Club, U.S. National Exercise, The 5 Pillars of True Success, Action Body, Enjoy 125 Years of Healthy Living, Motivational speaker on 100 years of healthy living / Are you a trillionaire? Amazon Books
- Producer, writer, director, and star of the movie Miami Connection. 1988 IMDb
- Publisher and editor-in-chief of Martial Arts World News. MAWN
- Writer and producer of the songs “Action Body,” “Sky Is the Limit,” You Can Reach the Top,” “Mom, You Are My Hero,” and “Financial Success.” Music by Y.K. Kim
- Hall of Fame Inductee into the Grand Masters Society. 2009 U.S. Grandmasters
- Chairman of an IT software company.
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