Welcome to
K-Top Taekwondo &
Martial Arts
One of the best Taekwondo schools in Halifax.
Welcome to K-Top Taekwondo and Martial Arts, the place where you can learn inner-strength as well as Taekwondo and Korean traditional martial arts, meet new friends and feel accomplished every single day. Take a look at our courses or classes, read about Master Jo and get in touch to find out more.
About K-Top
Learn Taekwondo from National champion
K-Top Taekwondo and Martial arts is a TKD and Martial arts school in Clayton Park. K-Top teaches Taekwondo with the aim of students' right character and healthy physical development.
You can train in Taekwondo as well as Korean traditional martial arts such as Sibpalki and Hapkido.
In particular, the amazing instructors are intensively training our students in Poomsae as well as Sparring. We invite you to explore our engaging and diverse course schedule and stop by for a visit at your convenience.
About Master Jo
Master Jo started training in Taekwondo in Seoul, South Korean when he was 10 years old. His interests and expertise included various Korean traditional martial arts such as Sibpalki, Hapkido, and weapon techniques.
Master Jo is a 5th degree black belt in WT Taekwondo, a 4th degree black belt in Hapkido, and a 2nd degree black belt in Sibpalki. He also holds an International instructor certificate in Taekwondo issued by Kukkiwon.
Master Jo is well versed in World Taekwondo Poomsae as well as the new Poomsae (Bigak, Himchari, etc.). He studied in Korea from Master Ji, a former Korean national Poomsae competitor, and currently a Poomsae instructor for the Korean national competitors. Also, trained in Taekwondo and Hapkido under Grandmaster Hwang, a president of the Korea Hapkido Total Association
In Canada, Master Jo continued to train Taekwondo under the direction of Grandmaster Jung (8th Dan), a former national competitor (both Korea and Canada), world champion, the Olympic medalist, and Canada national team head coach. He also served as an instructor at Woo Yong’s Taekwondo Academy. He won a Silver Medal at the 2019 Canada Open International game and a Gold medal at the 2020, 2021, 2022 Korea Ambassador's Cup and the 2021 Grand Prix I and II competitions. Also, he got a Bronze medal in the 2022 National Championship, a Silver medal in the 2022 Pan Am Open Championship, and a Silver medal in the 2023 National Championship.
Programs
Children Taekwondo
Little tigers : Age 4~6(PP ~ P)
Children : Age 6 and over (Grade 1 ~)
Little tigers : Age 4~6 (PP ~ P)
Children : Age 6 and over (Grade 1 ~)
High Performance Training
High Performance Sparring / Poomsae
This class focuses on improving the skills of high performers in Sparring or/and Poomsae.
Achieving top-level results through high-performance training. Do you want to be a champion? Join this class.
Private Lesson
Enjoy your training
This course has been highly regarded by countless students and has provided the perfect foundation to enter the next level of learning.
Can’t find the class you’re looking for? Reach out today!
Instructors
Learn Taekwondo from excellent instructors of K-Top!
K-Top Photo Gallery
 2023 National Championship |  2023 Team Woo Yong |  2019 Canada Open |
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 2020 Ambassador Cup Gold medal |  2019 Canada Open |  2019 Canada Open |
 2021 Korean Ambassador's cup winners |  2021 Taekwondo Canada Grand Prix |  2021 Taekwondo Canada Grand Prix |
 Meditation |  Belt Test |  Belt test |
 Belt test |  Color belt test |  Sparring is fun! |
 Junior instructor |  The first black belt students of K-Top |  2021 Black Belt Test |
 Sparring competition |  Little tigers |  Zemita kicking game |
 Zemita kicking game |  Zemita kicking game |  Sparring |
 Sparring |  Camp |  Camp |
 Camp |  Little tigers board breaking |  Little tigers board breaking |
 Kicking training |  Punching training |  Punching training |
 Basic training with tools |  Basic training with tools |  Little tigers training |
 Little tigers training |  Physical training |  Wall of fame |
 Board breaking |  Board breaking |  I'm ready! |
 March break Camp |  Board breaking! |  Little Tigers |
 Little Tigers |  Little Tigers |  Little Tigers |
Testimonials
We are committed to being the best Taekwondo and Martial art school in Nova Scotia.
When it comes to describing our Taekwondo School, hear it from our students and parents. Take a look at their feedback below and learn all there is to know about learning at K-Top Taekwondo and Martial arts.
We’re always thrilled to hear back from current and former students, so reach out today!
Upcoming Event
44th Belt Test
Location : Woo Yong's TKD
Date : 23 Aug, 2:30 PM
It's time to show your efforts. Everyone will applaud you for doing your best.
"The belt is your effort, the uniform is your attitude."
Wall of fame
Thank you for your passion and effort
Our incredible students are truly the heart of K-Top Taekwondo and Martial arts. It’s their dedication, passion and talent that keeps students invested in the learning process. Take a look below to learn more about their passion and effort.
Master
Andrew Jo
2017 Black Belt Canada 1 Silver in Poomsae
2018 NS Provincial 1 Gold in Poomsae
2018 Black Belt Canada 1 Gold and Grand Champion in Poomsae
2019 NS Provincial 1 Gold in Poomsae
2019 Canada Open 1 Silver in Poomsae
2020 Korean Ambassador's Cup 1 Gold in Poomsae
2021 Taekwondo Canada Grand Prix I 1 Gold in Poomsae
2021 Taekwondo Canada Grand Prix II 1 Gold in Poomsae
2021 Taekwondo Canada Grand Prix III 1 Silver in Poomsae
2021 Korean Ambassador's Cup 1 Gold in Poomsae
2021 Korean Ambassador's Cup World Championship Semi-Final
2022 National Championship 1 Bronze in Poomsae
2022 Sport Nova Scotia Athlete of the Year(2021)
2022 Korean Ambassador's Cup 1 Gold in Poomsae
2022 Pan Am Open Championship 1 Silver in Poomsae
2023 National Championship 1 Silver in Poomsae
Challenges are ongoing.
Contact
12 Flamingo Dr, Halifax, NS B3M 1S5
(902) 809-KTOP(5867) SMS available
Kakaotalk : ktoptkd
Supporting
You can get the subsidy for your children from Jumpstart or Kidsport.
K-Top has been registered with Jumpstart and Kidsport.
Click on the logo for more details.
