Price is What You Pay, Value is What You Get: A Message from Master Shin

As a parent, I know the weight of the decisions you make for your child. In today’s world, we are constantly looking at the price tags of everything—grocery bills, gas, and extracurricular activities.

I understand that for many families, the cost of Taekwondo can feel like a “price hurdle.” It can be a barrier that makes you hesitate. As an educator, it hurts my heart when that hurdle stops us from talking about what truly matters: the future of your child.

Beyond the Monthly Fee: Investing in “Mind Muscle”

When people ask about our tuition, they are often looking at a number. But when the families in our community look at our school, they see an investment.

At Master Shin’s Taekwondo, we are not just teaching children how to kick or punch. We are building “Mind Muscle.” We are training them to become a “Beautiful Person”—someone who stands tall with “Right Posture,” acts with “Right Mindset,” and leads with a “Right Heart.”

These are qualities that don’t have a price tag because they last a lifetime.

The Strength of “Master Shin’s Family”

I am incredibly grateful for the families who have already crossed that price hurdle. I call them Master Shin’s Family. They are parents who understand that character education is a priority, not an option. Because they believe in this vision, they silently and faithfully support our mission. Their trust is the reason I can keep my influence growing and reach more children in our Puyallup community.

To these families: Thank you for seeing the value over the price.

Why I Tie My Shoelaces Every Day

Every morning, I tie my shoelaces with a deep sense of responsibility. I do it for the students who are looking at the horizon, ready to lead. My goal is to ensure that every child who walks through our doors becomes “Shiny and Famous.”

  • Shiny: Having an inner light that stays bright even when things are difficult.
  • Famous: Leaving a good, honorable impact on the world that people remember.

Let’s Walk Together

If you are a parent who is currently sitting at that “price hurdle,” please know that you are not alone. I invite you to come in and have a conversation with me. Let’s talk about your child’s future, their potential, and the person they can become.

Don’t let a number stop you from giving your child the gift of character. Come join the Master Shin’s Family, where we value the heart above all else.

Published by Master Shin

Master Dong-il Shin was born Jan 14, 1966 and raised in South Korea. He studied under Grand Master Kwang-il, Park, a 9th Dan Master Black Belt in Korea and Prof. Kyu Suk, Lee, former President of Asia Taekwondo Union. Master Shin’s Tae Kwon Do Center is associated with the World Tae Kwon Do Federation. Master Shin is Graduate Yong-In Univ. Major Tae Kwon Do and PE. 7th Degree Black Belt from World Taekwondo Federation 2013 “Citizen of Year” by City of Lake Steven Chamber of Commerce. U.S. National Team Director (2014 World University Championship China. Hohhot) U.S. National Team Director (2015 Universiade Game Gwang Ju) President of WA State ATU (American Taekwondo United) Member of Team USA Tae Kwon Do Member of National Collegiate Taekwondo Association Founder and Host of “Lake Stevens Health Kick” Fund Raising for Seattle Children’s Hospital. Proud Sponsor of “Relay for Life” FaceBook Album Member of Lions Club Gold Sponsor and Security provider at “Aquafest” Partner of Lake Stevens Family Center (Bully Prevention, Women’s Self-Defense Seminar) Master Dong-il, Shin, combine excellent student instructor ratios with state of the art training facilities. He is being with students every step of the way to help them reach their individual goals (and maybe even reach some new goals they’ve never before thought possible).