Yong In University is one of the premier martial arts institutions in the world. Founded in 1953 as the first college-level institution specializing in martial arts in Asia and formerly known as the Korean Judo College, Yong In offers comprehensive programs in judo, taekwondo, kumdo, yongmudo (hapkido), tsirum (traditional Korean wrestling), boxing, and freestyle wrestling.
Currently, three former Olympic gold medallists are Yong In Judo faculty, and former world champions are on staff in the other martial disciplines. Most of the coaches and lecturers are former national team members and international medallists, insuring that the level of all training and instruction is state-of-the-art.
Mission
The description of one of the programs defines the overall purpose for including martial disciplines as academic and athletic pursuits:
The Department of Eastern Martial Arts was founded to maintain a new literary system proving the cultural value and scientific characteristics of the martial arts after making a comparative study of traditional fighting and to contribute to the development of the field of fighting. (Yong In Handbook, p. 9)
5,000 students attend the university across five different colleges: Physical Education, Fine Arts and Music, Natural Science, and Liberal Arts. President Jung-Haeng Kim, Ph.D. views the university's mission as assisting "its students in harmonizing knowledge and wisdom while fostering intellectual and social growth and preparing them for their future." Yong In "brings forth the best traditions that will open the new millenium."
Yong In Martial Arts is lead by Grand Master Jeon who is a Yong In Alumni and founder of the K-Tigers National demo team has been running Yong In Martial arts in Chicagoland area.
K-Tigers Demonstration Video
Many people begin training in Martial Arts for different reasons. At Yong In, members will benefit from physical fitness, to confidence, self-discipline, improved focus and the experience of a unique family activity. Though you may consider joining with only one reason in mind, you will be pleasantly surprised by the variety of benefits you will enjoy from your training.
A Family That Kicks Together Sticks Together
To listen to and understand the wants and needs of our students and families, and to address those wants and needs specifically.
To continually educate and train ourselves and update our skills in communication and instruction to maintain our commitment to excellence.
To educate and train our students and families so that they are empowered to protect themselves and maintain optimal health.
To maintain an environment that gives each individual the opportunity to pursue and achieve a greater level of personal success and freedom.
