Chief Instructor • MYSTIC-EAGLE Taekwon-Do • 49 Years of Martial Arts Experience
"My goal is to help each student discover their potential and develop not just as martial artists, but as confident, disciplined individuals who can soar like an eagle in all aspects of life."— Mr Patrick Lee
Mr Patrick Lee is the Chief Instructor of MYSTIC-EAGLE Taekwon-Do, bringing an extraordinary 49 years of martial arts experience to students in the Wye Valley region. As a 5th DAN ITF Taekwon-Do practitioner, he represents the authentic lineage and traditional values of Korean martial arts.
Born in Singapore, Mr Lee's martial arts journey began early and has spanned nearly five decades of dedicated training and teaching. His expertise encompasses both traditional ITF Taekwon-Do and modern mixed martial arts, creating a comprehensive foundation that benefits students at all levels.
Mr Lee's teaching philosophy centers on developing not just physical techniques, but also the mental discipline, respect, and character that are the hallmarks of traditional Taekwon-Do training. He believes in meeting each student where they are in their journey and providing personalized guidance that helps them achieve their individual goals.
Mr Lee's martial arts foundation was built through direct training under some of the most respected masters in the ITF tradition. His early training included instruction under Pioneer RHEE KI HA, where he achieved his Green Belt Blue Tag between 1976-1977 in Armed Forces Schools.
This creates an authentic lineage directly connecting to the founder of Taekwon-Do: General CHOI HONG HI → Pioneer RHEE KI HA → Mr Patrick Lee, ensuring that students receive genuine traditional instruction rooted in the original teachings.
Additionally, Mr Lee spent 10 years training with Mark Weir, a former UFC champion, adding modern mixed martial arts expertise to his traditional foundation. This unique combination allows him to offer both classical Taekwon-Do and contemporary martial arts perspectives.
MYSTIC-EAGLE Taekwon-Do, under Mr Lee's leadership, focuses on inspiring students to surpass their current potential and achieve new heights in personal success and fitness. His teaching style sets achievable goals to build character, self-confidence, and self-esteem.
Mr Lee believes in the inherent goodness and integrity of his students, fostering a positive learning environment that encourages them to push their limits while maintaining focus on personal growth. His classes are designed to help students "soar as an Eagle,"reflecting the school's ethos of striving for excellence.
The school emphasizes enhancing family relationships by welcoming students aged 13 years and upwards, creating opportunities for parents and children to train together and share in their Taekwon-Do journey. This approach builds stronger family bonds through shared experiences and mutual growth.
Mr Lee maintains strong connections with the Authentic Centres of Excellence (A.C.E.) organization, founded by Grand Master Paul Cutler and supported by Grand Master Ray O'Neill as Vice-President.
Through his training relationships with both Grand Masters over many years, Mr Lee ensures that MYSTIC-EAGLE students benefit from the highest standards of authentic ITF Taekwon-Do instruction, maintaining the legacy and traditions established by General CHOI HONG HI and preserved through Pioneer RHEE KI HA.
