Black Belt Program

Two black belt athletes in competition gear sparring

Program Overview

Our advanced class provides black belts with the tools to excel in Olympic Taekwondo. Whether you want to spar competitively or advance to the next dan, this program has what you need.

Our highly qualified instructors carry Kukkiwon certificates and have extensive experience in Olympic competition — including a Grand Master who served as Head Coach of the 2006 U.S.A. National Team and Team Leader of the 2012 U.S.A. National Team.

Advanced Techniques

Refined kicking, combinations and timing drawn from world-class competition training

Core Conditioning

Targeted conditioning that supports the speed and control advanced poomsae and sparring demand

Strength Training

Structured strength work built specifically around the needs of a competitive Taekwondo athlete

Adult black belts practicing a high kick together

Train Under Certified Referees & Coaches

USTA offers both traditional Kukkiwon-style training and Olympic sparring. Our instructor team holds USAT Poomsae and Sparring Referee certifications and international referee credentials from World Taekwondo, so students learn the sport exactly as it is judged.

Grand Master Jin S. Shim also directs the Bay Area Open Taekwondo Championship, giving our black belts a direct path to local and national competition.

Olympic Sparring

Competitive sparring taught by instructors who compete, coach and officiate at national level

Path to the Next Dan

Structured preparation for black belt testing, with requirements reviewed class by class

Give Back as an Instructor

Senior black belts are invited to assist in color belt classes and grow as teachers

Program Benefits

Olympic-Level Coaching

Learn from a U.S.A. National Team head coach and internationally certified referees

Kukkiwon Certified

Training and rank that follow the official World Taekwondo Headquarters standard

Competition Ready

Conditioning, technique and strategy aimed squarely at the competition floor

TRIAL OFFER2 WEEKS FOR $39.99

FREE UNIFORM AND NO REGISTRATION FEE — 2 CLASSES A WEEK

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our programs, training, and membership

We offer classes for all ages, from young children to adults. Our programs are tailored to different skill levels and goals.

No prior experience is required! We welcome beginners as well as experienced martial artists looking to refine their skills.

Comfortable athletic wear is fine for your first class. If you decide to continue, we'll guide you on getting a uniform and gear.

We recommend attending at least two classes per week for steady improvement, but you can train more frequently based on your goals.

We go beyond physical training to focus on building strong character. Our program is rooted in the values of loyalty, discipline, and perseverance helping students grow into confident, respectful individuals both on and off the mat. We teach not just technique, but the mindset and spirit of true martial artists.