Grand Master Kwangil Bae is the head of NorCal Team Elite USA. Master Bae has been practicing taekwondo for almost 40 years and has become a dedicated instructor for nearly as long. Despite his extensive tenure in the world of Taekwondo, Master Bae’s commitment and continuous learning remain unwavered as he constantly seeks to expand his knowledge and skills.
WORLDWIDE RECOGNITION AND QUALIFICATION
- Kukkiwon 8th Dan Degree Black Belt (#06038380) | Moo Duk Kwan 9th Dan Degree Black Belt
- World Hapkido 8th Dan Degree Black Belt (#82-9535)
- Current Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) National Poomsae Head Coach
- Current Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) National Senior Advisor
- Current USAT Poomsae Instructor
- Current USAT Sparring Instructor
- International Poomsae Referee (#011-0047)
- International Sparring Referee (#060-0014)
- International Poomsae Coach (#WTF-0067)
- Certified 1st Class International Instructor (#2614007)
- Certified Taekwondo Instructor (#076080)
- Certified World Hapkido Instructor (#M82-1284)
- Certified 3rd Class Kukkiwon Self-defense
- Certified 1st Class Examiner
- PATU Intercontinental Coach License
- Certified PATU Intercontinental New Poomsae
- Certified PATU Intercontinental Poomsae Referee
- Certified PATU Intercontinental Sparring Referee
Master Bae earned a degree in physical education with an emphasis on taekwondo from the prestigious Dankook University in South Korea. After graduating, Master Bae served in the South Korean army where he became both a drill officer and taekwondo instructor simultaneously in the military.
LEADERSHIP AND EDUCATION
- Platoon Leader 1st Lieutenant in the Republic of Korea Army Special Forces (701 Special Assault Commando)
- Taekwondo Instructor in the Republic of Korea Army Special Forces (701 Special Assault Commando)
- R.O.T.C. Taekwondo Instructor at Dan Kook University
- B.A. Degree (Specialized in Taekwondo) / B.S. Degree (Management Information System)
By applying all the knowledge and skills he learned, Master Bae has earned many accolades from many places that have recognized his hard work and dedication to the sport of taekwondo.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
- Letter of Commendation from Kukkiwon
- Letter of Commendation from World Taekwondo
- Letter of Commendation from the City of Milpitas
- Recipient of the USA Taekwondo (USAT) Commission Award
- Recipient of United States Presidential Sports Award (2011)
- Recipient of United Stated Presidential Champion Award (2016)
- Tiger Claw Open Taekwondo Championship Tournament Director
- California State Referee Chairman (2013-2014)
- Best Instructor Award at the World Taekwondo President’s Cup
- Certificate of Recognition from the California Legislature Assembly
- Certificate of Recognition from the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office
- Over 40 Years of Continuous Taekwondo Training
- Over 30 Years of Teaching Experience in Taekwondo