At Asheville Sun Soo Martial Arts, we offer a martial arts practice that is healthy on all levels, building a smart body, strong mind and soft heart. We believe that everyone can be beautiful, powerful and intelligent all at the same time. Our mission is to make the greatest positive difference for the greatest number of people.
Our school has the largest memberships for both children and adults in the Asheville area and one of the largest in the southeast region of the United States. Our community is inspiringly unique. We are kind, supportive, encouraging, and respectful with each other, practicing within the context of personal responsibility and commitment to excellence.
Our school has the largest memberships for both children and adults in the Asheville area and one of the largest in the southeast region of the United States. Our community is inspiringly unique. We are kind, supportive, encouraging, and respectful with each other, practicing within the context of personal responsibility and commitment to excellence.
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Ann
Feb 01, 2022
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I have been practicing here for over 10 years. I first came to support my son. I stay to support me. I have made so many friends in this place, lifelong friends. Truly this is one of my homes. I’m so grateful to have Sun Soo and my martial arts practice in my life. I am stronger, healthier, better able to take care of myself, my reflexes are faster and some of my energy has changed in a way that I feel safer in this world. This is a wonderful place.
Jessica Lee
Jan 29, 2022
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I cannot say enough good things about Sun Soo. My son has been taking classes for about three years, but this school year is the first we've taken advantage of the aftercare program. It is indispensable. The teachers, the availability, the love and courtesy shown to all - it's priceless. They are very Covid-aware, and I know my child is safe there. All of their programs are run professionally, but with genuine care woven throughout. My son will be going here for classes, afterschool care and camps for as long as possible!
Stephanie Carson
Jan 26, 2022
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My days at Asheville Sun Soo start out wonderfully as soon as I walk through the door. The staff is welcoming and friendly every single day. I feel like my child is getting an excellent experience here each time he comes. There’s always plenty of teachers available to make sure each child is learning and paying attention to what’s being taught. They’re always very informative about everything you need or want to know and keep all their information available at all times. My son is learning good manners, responsibility as well as how to protect himself. I would recommend Asheville Sun Soo
Megan H. Gaskell
Jan 22, 2022
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As an adult who recently started out on the martial arts journey, I highly recommend checking out Sun Soo to anyone who's on the fence about trying it out. You'll find the staff, instructors, and the other participants to be friendly, encouraging, patient, supportive and welcoming. Every class I learn something new, have opportunities to grow physically and mentally, and have the benefit of being surrounded by an abundance of skill -- you continually have the opportunity to learn from a really robust skill set across the Sun Soo community. I was hooked from the first class. Highly recommend!!!
Katie McClung
Jan 17, 2022
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The last two years have been particularly hard on my oldest child, as she thrives on schedules and structure that I wasn't able to give her with virtual learning and a toddler at home. I remembered a Sun Soo van that would be in the car rider line at her old school and on a whim, I called them one afternoon to set up an introductory session. I didn't know what to expect at first but very quickly I felt as if it were serendipitous that she ended up there. The instructors are kind but firm, you can tell they have the children's best interest at heart. The space has great energy (I can't explain it
Nathan Taylor
Jan 12, 2022
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Sun Soo is one of those rare extraordinary places where a deep inspiration remains the primary motivation for its existence. It is martial arts, but it’s so much deeper than that. If you align with the core values being practiced here, namely courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and an indomitable spirit, you’ll find kindred spirits to support and encourage you and/or your child in the commitment to be more excellent. We are so grateful to Master Morris and the rest of the Sun Soo community that makes this magic possible.
Jeff Plack
Jan 11, 2022
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Our daughter has been involved with Sun Soo for four years. At times she has challenges with focus and strong will. The instructors and staff do amazing job using the practice of Martial Arts as a holistic approach to life. Not only are they focused on the technique, but also what it means to be a martial artist in the community as a whole.
In addition, their handling of classes during the pandemic was second to none. They pivoted quickly into a method of teaching and instruction that was safe for all.
In addition, their handling of classes during the pandemic was second to none. They pivoted quickly into a method of teaching and instruction that was safe for all.
Joseph Hamrick
Jan 10, 2022
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Sun Soo has exceeded our family’s expectations in every way. Its leaders are kind, caring, and consistent martial arts teachers. Above all, Sun Soo genuinely prioritizes safety and wellness. My time at Sun Soo watching my son’s classes, and his peers and senior class mates test for advancement are inspirational. Sun Soo teaches manners, integrity, perseverance and discipline.
We feel safe as a family at Sun Soo and encourage anyone who is curious about martial arts to meet with Master Morris. Our enrollment at Sun Soo has been the best investment we have made in our child.
We feel safe as a family at Sun Soo and encourage anyone who is curious about martial arts to meet with Master Morris. Our enrollment at Sun Soo has been the best investment we have made in our child.
Melissa Buerckholtz
Dec 19, 2021
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My son has been practicing at Asheville Sun Soo for four years. I have always been impressed by how the school balances teaching physical skills with personal growth - self-discipline, courtesy on and off the mat, positive attitudes, kindness, confidence, integrity. Grandmaster Morris and his instructors set clear expectations for the kids, and they hold them to those expectations in a caring and supportive way that really fosters a culture of respect. Every member of their team is professional and positive, but most importantly you can see that they love what they are doing.
But what really sold
But what really sold
Michelle Gualandi
Dec 19, 2021
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My son has been a student at Sun Soo for over a year now. I love this school! There are so many reasons but my number one reason is the Teen Instructors. They have had a positive impact on my son by being a role model in his martial arts practice, a role model in social situations and a role model in respect and manners. I often see them setting the example and he follows because they are cool. (Mom and Dad just sound like a broken record... But these cool people I will listen to!)
The school continues to instill confidence, courtesy and integrity in his everyday. I appreciate the safe COVID environment
The school continues to instill confidence, courtesy and integrity in his everyday. I appreciate the safe COVID environment
