Grand Master Jim Grimestad is the highest ranking black belt in the FM area. He is the only instructor to travel to Korea for training and testing. In September of 2019 Grand Master Jim Grimestad traveled to the WORLD TAEKWONDO HEADQUARTERS ( Kukkiwon) in Seoul, Korea. He successfully tested for his 8th Degree Black Belt.
This is the ONLY way to legitimately test for the 8th Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo. He trained with 9th Degree Grand Master Jae Yoon AHN, 3 time World Gold Medalist. Grand Master Jim Grimestad has 42 years of experience in Tae Kwon Do. Because experience counts he leads every exercise and teaches every class.
This is the ONLY way to legitimately test for the 8th Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo. He trained with 9th Degree Grand Master Jae Yoon AHN, 3 time World Gold Medalist. Grand Master Jim Grimestad has 42 years of experience in Tae Kwon Do. Because experience counts he leads every exercise and teaches every class.
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Children's classes are geared toward enhancing self-discipline and self-control. The classes start with stretching and exercise in the form of games. The second part of the classes focuses on the kicking, punching and memorization needed for achieving the belt ranks. Adult classes focus on strengthening your body, discipling yourself as well as working on flexibility.
Chang Moo Kwan was founded in 1946 by Yoon, Byung In. During the Japanese occupation, Yoon is said to have studied a Chinese system of self defense in Korea known as, Joo An Pa -- more commonly known as, Chuan Fa. He then relocated to Japan to attend Nihon University. While there, he studied Karate under the direction of Kanken Toyama, founder of Shudokan Karate.
Children's classes are geared toward enhancing self-discipline and self-control. The classes start with stretching and exercise in the form of games. The second part of the classes focuses on the kicking, punching and memorization needed for achieving the belt ranks. We don't focus on the sport aspect of TaeKwonDo which is only a fairly recent facet of the martial art.
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Marilea Bramer
Aug 21, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
We have had amazing experiences at Red River Traditional TaeKwonDo. Master Jim is phenomenal working with the students. He clearly cares about them and has high expectations. My kids developed their physical strength and their confidence. Master Jim is one in a million.
We have had amazing experiences at Red River Traditional TaeKwonDo. Master Jim is phenomenal working with the students. He clearly cares about them and has high expectations. My kids developed their physical strength and their confidence. Master Jim is one in a million.
Melissa Schaff
Aug 03, 2021
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Jim is an exemplary role model for kids of all ages. He is fair, respectful, and encouraging. Not only is he teaching the Art of Taekwondo, but he is also building confidence and self-esteem. He is truly passionate about his career and takes the time to ensure each person, down to the littlest of littles, is learning and having a bit of fun.
Hoang Pham
Aug 02, 2021
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Jenny D.
Jul 29, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
We love RRTKD and have enjoyed watching our kids mature in their personal discipline, strength and poise, as well as in their TKD rankings. Master Jim is an incredible teacher and mentor to his students, and I recommend RRTKD to all families who are looking to engage in an activity that is enriching for the body, mind and soul.
We love RRTKD and have enjoyed watching our kids mature in their personal discipline, strength and poise, as well as in their TKD rankings. Master Jim is an incredible teacher and mentor to his students, and I recommend RRTKD to all families who are looking to engage in an activity that is enriching for the body, mind and soul.
Joseph Junglas
Jul 25, 2021
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My children and I have been students at Red River Traditional Tae Kwon Do for many years. Master Jim is a fantastic teacher. He is easy going and fun, but also expects you to try hard and do your best. He will not give you anything you don't earn, but he will make you work hard to allow you to do things you would not have thought possible.
Through the years he has helped teach my boys (and me) integrity, perseverance, and self control among other traits that will help us throughout our lives.
I cannot recommend this program highly enough.
Through the years he has helped teach my boys (and me) integrity, perseverance, and self control among other traits that will help us throughout our lives.
I cannot recommend this program highly enough.
Sarah Matcha
Jul 23, 2021
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RRT TKD has been a wonderful experience for my 3 daughters, ages 13, 8 & 5. Learning TKD under the kind and focused direction of Master Jim and his instructors has taught my girls self confidence, perseverance and self control. Their ability to engage in activities of self control, spatial awareness and bodily control have improved so much in just 6 months. I would definitely recommend RRT for all kids, especially those that need a little boost in self confidence, self control or perseverance.
Brent Colby
Jul 22, 2021
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My kids and I all learned TaeKwonDo from Grand Master Jim. This was a deliberate choice on my part as I wanted my kids to learn more than punching, kicking and point based sparring. I was happy to have Grand Master Jim as a very positive influence on my kids as I raised them.
Grand Master Jim routinely reminds the kids (and adults) that he doesn’t respect them because they can fight. He then reminds them that animals fight. He continues that he respects them because they are good people.
Grand Master Jim expects kids to behave at home as well as in class, and checks to make sure that is the
Grand Master Jim routinely reminds the kids (and adults) that he doesn’t respect them because they can fight. He then reminds them that animals fight. He continues that he respects them because they are good people.
Grand Master Jim expects kids to behave at home as well as in class, and checks to make sure that is the
Ashley Erickson
Jul 14, 2021
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We initially started with RRTKD as they offered an adaptive program through Fargo Parks and Recreation that was perfect for our son with Autism. Initially I was not on board to be perfectly honest, the last thing I wanted to introduce to someone with outburst potential was precise kicks and punches. Five minutes into the first session, I was 100% on board! We were so incredibly impressed that the focus was just as much on the Tenets (values) of TaeKwonDo as the techniques. I was instantly put at ease. By the third week my other kids were begging to participate and we’ve been at the gym twice
Grant Syverson
Jul 14, 2021
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Samantha Y.
May 21, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality
Master Jim is excellent with kids and adults alike. The gym has bathrooms and changing rooms. There are chairs for parents to watch practice. Classes are inclusive and well-staffed. The discipline is friendly, and the program is somewhat self-paced. It's a wonderful gym for beginners or experienced athletes.
Master Jim is excellent with kids and adults alike. The gym has bathrooms and changing rooms. There are chairs for parents to watch practice. Classes are inclusive and well-staffed. The discipline is friendly, and the program is somewhat self-paced. It's a wonderful gym for beginners or experienced athletes.
