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.
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.
What We Stand For
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 their child's journey from white belt to black belt, every step of the way.
Coach Gian and Coach Nica leave the competition circuit to build an academy that trains kids to the same standard they were held to.
Demand from parents across Taguig and Parañaque grows the academy to three branches serving children ages 3 to 17.
Students go on to represent the country and earn college scholarships — proof that the no-shortcut approach works.
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.
FounderProgram Director & Founder
Former Philippine National Taekwondo Team member. Over 8 years of coaching experience. Specializes in youth development and curriculum design. Has guided multiple students to college scholarships through Taekwondo.
FounderHead Coach & Co-Founder
Former Philippine National Taekwondo Team member. SEA Games medalist and Asean champion. Over 6 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. Just show up and experience what real Taekwondo training looks like.
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