
Coach Gian
Program Director & Founder
- Former Philippine National Team
- 8+ years coaching
Specializes in youth development and curriculum design. Has guided multiple students to college scholarships through Taekwondo.
Our story
Grit & Glory Taekwondo was founded by two former members of the Philippine National Taekwondo Team with one mission: raise disciplined, confident kids the right way — no shortcuts, no handed-out belts.
Track record
On the competition track — from local tournaments to national level
Recognised by the organisations that set the standard





Grit & Glory Taekwondo began with a simple conviction: the lessons that matter most on the mat — discipline, respect, perseverance — are the same ones that shape a child's life off it. Our founders competed at the highest levels of the sport, representing the Philippines on the international stage, and they built this academy to pass that standard on to the next generation.
For over a decade we've trained more than 500 students across Metro Manila. Some have gone on to become national team athletes. Many have earned college scholarships through Taekwondo. But the result we're proudest of is quieter: thousands of small moments where a shy child raises their hand, a restless one learns to focus, and a beginner discovers they're capable of far more than they thought.
We don't rush promotions and we don't water down the curriculum. Every belt at Grit & Glory is earned through genuine effort — because real skill can't be faked, and real confidence can't be given. It has to be built.

Philippine National Team



The Grit & Glory difference
Grit & Glory was founded by two former members of the Philippine National Taekwondo Team with one mission: raise disciplined, confident kids the right way.
Every belt is earned through genuine effort and real skill. We never rush promotions, because confidence built on a shortcut doesn't last.
Led by former national team athletes who have produced national competitors and college scholarship holders — your child learns from people who've done it.
Respect, focus, and self-control don't stay on the mat. Parents consistently tell us the change shows up at home and in school first.
More than a dojang — a family. Parents are partners in the journey from white belt to black belt, and are always welcome to watch.
2016
Coach Gian and Coach Nica leave the competition circuit to build an academy that trains kids to the same standard they were held to.
Growth
Demand from parents across Taguig and Parañaque grows the academy to three branches serving students ages 3 and up — kids, teens, and adults.
Track record
Students go on to represent the country and earn college scholarships — proof that the no-shortcut approach works.
Today
Grit & Glory continues to raise disciplined, confident kids — one earned belt at a time.
Your coaches
Led by two former national team athletes, backed by instructors who hold every student to the same standard.

Program Director & Founder
Specializes in youth development and curriculum design. Has guided multiple students to college scholarships through Taekwondo.

Head Coach & Co-Founder
Over six years of coaching experience producing national-level athletes.

Head Instructor
Dedicated to building strong fundamentals and confidence in every student, from their first class to black belt.

Head Instructor
Focused on discipline and technical mastery, helping students progress with a genuine, no-shortcut approach.

Head Instructor
Brings energy and structure to every class, helping students build focus, respect, and real skill.
Start today
See the difference one class can make. Pick your branch, book a time, and experience what real Taekwondo training looks like.
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