Mary Beth Klock Perez is a 7th degree Master in Tae Kwon Do who began her journey training under the legendary Grand Master Jhoon Rhee.

In 1988, she founded Better Families Tae Kwon Do in Miami, Florida — a school built on discipline, perseverance, and community. Just three years later, she met and married 9th degree Grand Master Diego Perez, and together they’ve created a powerhouse legacy in martial arts.

Master Perez has received two Mayor Proclamations and the prestigious Diamond Award, but her greatest achievements can be seen in her students:

• Over 1,600 black belts earned at her school





• More than 25 Masters developed





• 11 World Champions and countless National Champions





• In 2010, their team brought home 21 gold and 17 silver medals at the World Games for the U.S.

Her black belts have gone on to become actors and stunt performers in hit productions like Only The Strong, Mortal Kombat, Cobra Kai, Beetlejuice, and the new Superman movie.

She’s also a proud mother and grandmother, with a family who grew up immersed in the art and spirit of Tae Kwon Do.

I could go on… but let’s hear it straight from her.

Please welcome my guest — Master Mary Beth Klock Perez.

– Better Families Through Tae Kwon Do