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Master Lim, Martial Arts Instructor

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Master Lim

Master Nam Lim holds a 5th degree black belt in HaeDong Gumdo (Korean Sword Martial Arts), a 5th degree black belt in Taekwondo and is certified for instructing bare hand combat in Korean Martial Arts. He has been teaching Martial Arts in South Korea and in the United States for over 20 years. In addition, he taught U.S. Army soldiers when he was an instructor in South Korea.

He started Korean Martial Arts at age 6 in his hometown of Pyeongtaek, South Korea. Taekwondo was the first traditional Korean Martial Arts that he started with, then he specialized in Korean Sword Martial Arts. Master Lim studied several other Martial Arts and taught different skills.

Master Lim graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) with a Biological Science degree. He was a student instructor for the SIUE Taekwondo Club throughout his school years. He played football for the SIUE Club Football Team for four years and was a captain his senior year.

Master Lim loves training with his students in classes every day. Master Lim's dream is to help his students become successful in their lives with good morals, respect, positive attitude, a mindset to do their best on everything, and satisfaction from the results of their efforts.

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Stuart Ruwe

Master Lim’s Martial Arts has been an incredible journey for our family. He has a unique ability to bring the best out of his students while making all who enter feel welcome. He is encouraging, considerate and mindful of each students individual needs and personalities. My wife and I and our three girls all take classes and we have loved our time with Master Lim and his family. It is the single best investment we have made into our family and one that will provide enduring benefits for each of us. Do yourself and your loved ones a favor and come join MLMA. We welcome all!

Sara Mabee

Our family loves Master Lim’s Martial Arts because of the wide range of friendships that we have made within the community there. As a mother, I am very thankful that all class are open to all age groups. The elders have to slow down a lil bit to mentor the kids and the lil kids have to learn how to keep up or ask for help. Master Lim pours his heart and expertise into every person that visits his gym.

Lance Mabee

Master Lim’s Martial Arts is an excellent place for parents with young children who are looking for a safe and fun environment to learn martial arts. Master Lim is a patient, kind, and firm instructor who is great with kids. He has a unique way of teaching that makes learning martial arts fun and engaging for kids of all ages and even adults. My child and I have been attending classes at Master Lim’s Martial Arts for over four years now, and I have seen a significant improvement in my child’s confidence, discipline, and focus. In addition to Tae Kwon Do, Master Lim’s Martial Arts also offers Korean sword (HaeDong Gumdo). Master Lim’s Martial Arts also offers special events for kids like Parent Night Out, where kids can play Nerf Wars, eat pizza, and enjoy movies with other kids.These events are a great way for kids to socialize and have fun while learning new skills. My child has attended several Parent Night Out events, and she always comes back home eager to attend the next event. I highly recommend Master Lim’s Martial Arts to any parent looking for a great martial arts program for their child or even themselves. The classes are well-structured, and the curriculum is designed to help kids develop discipline, focus, leadership, and respect while having fun and learning new skills.

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