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Testimonials
Martijn Oostendorp
Taekwondo Master/Coach
I joined Pinnacle Martial Arts Marrickville in 2015 and quickly enjoyed its quality training and friendly atmosphere after moving from the Netherlands, where I had 30+ years of Taekwondo experience.
I joined Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts Academy in Marrickville in 2015 after relocating from the Netherlands, bringing more than 30 years of international Taekwondo experience. From the beginning, I was impressed by the academy’s high training standards, welcoming community, and strong commitment to helping every student succeed.
As a Taekwondo Master, coach, referee, and martial arts educator, I am proud to support students of all ages in developing confidence, discipline, resilience, leadership, and technical excellence. Under the guidance of Grand Master Dr Hassan Iskandar OAM, I have continued to grow as an instructor while mentoring beginners, future black belts, and competitive athletes. Pinnacle Taekwondo provides a professional, supportive, and motivating environment where students can challenge themselves and reach their full potential.
I am honoured to be part of this outstanding Sydney martial arts academy and to help students become stronger, more confident, and capable both in Taekwondo and in life.
Martijn Oostendorp
4th Dan Taekwondo Black Belt
I have been extremely fortunate to train under the guidance of Pinnacle Taekwondo Grand Masters & Martial Arts Master Instructors
Training at Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. As a 4th Dan Taekwondo Black Belt, I have been extremely fortunate to learn under the guidance of Pinnacle Taekwondo Grand Masters and highly respected martial arts instructors. Their leadership has strengthened my discipline, technical ability, confidence, and commitment to continuous improvement. I am especially passionate about helping children develop strong foundations in Taekwondo while learning respect, focus, resilience, and self-control.
Teaching young students is a responsibility I value deeply, and I strive to be a positive role model both inside and outside the dojang. Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts Sydney provides a supportive, structured, and inspiring environment where students of all ages can grow.
I proudly recommend Pinnacle Taekwondo to families seeking expert martial arts training, disciplined instruction, positive mentoring, and a trusted academy dedicated to developing confident, capable, and respectful future leaders.
Laura Morison
Australian & Oceania Champion Achieved 3rd Dan Kukkiwon Black Belt
We have tried other Taekwondo Schools in the past and we are very impressed by the friendly family atmosphere of Pinnacle Martial Arts
Our daughter Laura aged 15 has been training in Taekwondo since 2007 and started with Pinnacle Martial Arts Academy in 2009. We have tried other Taekwondo Schools in the past and we are very impressed by the friendly family atmosphere of Pinnacle Martial Arts Marrickville. Thanks to Grand Master Hassan Iskandar and his son Master Kedar Iskandar for the genuine commitment they show to each of their students.
We travel an hour across Sydney for their high level of expertise in Taekwondo instruction and approach to teaching Taekwondo. We are glad to see that this encourages all their students to reach their full potential.
We feel very fortunate that our daughter trains under these two very professional and extremely skilled Masters. They have trained in Taekwondo all their lives, with exceptional knowledge and skills that is unmatched and highly regarded.
Since being at Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts Marrickville Laura has proudly progressed to achieve her 2nd Dan Black belt. She has achieved gold medals at Local, State, and National and International Tournaments and represented Australia Internationally. She has been supported by her Grand Master, Masters, Instructors and Coaches,
Laura has also recently been inducted in the World Taekwondo Hall Of Fame for the Youth Excellence Award.
We have seen our daughter grow in self-confidence and greater self-esteem. Their unique Taekwondo program combines physical, mental and ethical training with an emphasis on technique. We see that this program has challenged and rewarded her with skills, strength, stamina and leadership.
We are grateful for their patience, dedication and encouragement they have given our daughter in her journey of achieving such high goals.
Pinnacle Martial Arts Taekwondo Academy in Sydney have always made Laura and ourselves feel extremely welcome and part of their proud and well respected Taekwondo Family in Marrickville Inner West & Chester Hill South West Sydney.
Rosa Li
Australian Taekwondo Champion | Academic and Sporting
The Pinnacle Martial Arts team lives and breathes Taekwondo, training athletes and everyday students to build confidence, fitness, resilience, and success.
Training at Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts Sydney has played a defining role in shaping who I am today. Under the guidance of Grand Master Dr Hassan Iskandar OAM and International Master Kedar Iskandar, I developed the discipline, resilience, confidence, and focus needed to succeed both in elite Taekwondo and in life. Competing at Local, State, National, and international levels taught me how to perform under pressure, overcome setbacks, and continually raise my standards.
Those same lessons became the foundation of my academic journey and helped me achieve the ATAR required to study Medicine at Monash University. Pinnacle Taekwondo is more than a martial arts academy; it is a community that develops champions in sport, education, leadership, and character.
I am proud to represent its values and strongly recommend Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts Sydney to young athletes and families seeking world-class coaching, personal growth, and lifelong success in every meaningful pursuit.
Mary CHAM
NSW Taekwondo Champain
I highly recommend joining Pinnacle classes in Chester Hill & Marrickville. You’ll find Pinnacle Martial Arts will be a great club to cater to your needs.
My journey with Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts Sydney began with a simple goal: to improve, grow, and earn my black belt. What I gained was far greater. Through years of training, competition, setbacks, and personal challenges, I discovered the value of patience, courage, and consistency.
Earning my 3rd Dan Kukkiwon Black Belt remains one of my proudest achievements, but the lessons behind it matter even more. Pinnacle taught me how to stay composed under pressure, respect the process, and keep moving forward when circumstances change. The guidance of Grand Master Dr Hassan Iskandar OAM, International Master Kedar Iskandar, and the coaching team helped shape both my martial arts ability and my character.
Pinnacle is a place where students are challenged, supported, and encouraged to become their best. I recommend Pinnacle Taekwondo to anyone seeking expert training, genuine mentorship, practical self-defence, and lasting personal growth within a welcoming and supportive community.