Grand Master Bong Pil Yang Honored for Decades of Community
Congratulations, Grand Master Bong Pil Yang
Lower Gwynedd Township Recognizes Grand Master Yang for His Contributions to the Korean-American Community and Montgomery County
Grand Master Bong Pil Yang, a longtime community leader and martial arts instructor in Montgomery County, has been officially recognized by the Lower Gwynedd Township Board of Supervisors for decades of service to the local community and the Korean-American community.
The recognition was presented during the Lower Gwynedd Township Board of Supervisors meeting on August 25, 2026, at the township building. Township Supervisor Jimmy Chong, along with other local officials and community representatives, recognized Grand Master Yang for his longstanding commitment to community service, cultural education, and strengthening relationships between Korean and American communities.
More Than 35 Years of Martial Arts and Community Leadership
For more than 35 years, Grand Master Yang has operated Yang’s Martial Arts School in North Wales, Pennsylvania, where he has taught traditional Korean martial arts including Taekwondo, Hapkido, Kendo, and meditation.
His approach to martial arts education extends beyond physical training. Throughout his career, Grand Master Yang has emphasized character development, discipline, respect, leadership, and a strong sense of community.
Through generations of students, he has also helped introduce Korean martial arts, traditions, and culture to the wider American community. 09042026 Master Yang Article
Serving Pennsylvania’s AAPI Community
Grand Master Yang's community involvement extends well beyond his martial arts school.
He has served as a member of the Pennsylvania Governor’s Advisory Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, helping strengthen communication and cooperation between Pennsylvania state government and Asian-American communities.
He has also participated as an advisor for Montco 2050, Montgomery County’s long-range comprehensive planning initiative.
For many years, Grand Master Yang has also served as Secretary General of the 21st Century America Korea China Leaders Society, supporting Korean-American cultural exchange, community programs, and service initiatives.
Continued Recognition for Community Service
Grand Master Yang was also recently honored at the Pennsylvania State Capitol during an event commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence, Korean-American veterans, and the Chuseok cultural celebration.
During the event, he received a Montgomery County Senior Representative Achievement Award, further recognizing his longstanding contributions to the community.
Honoring the 75th Anniversary of the Korea-U.S. Alliance
Grand Master Yang was also scheduled to receive special recognition during the Korea-U.S. Alliance 75th Anniversary Peace Medal Ceremony on September 20 at Memorial Grove Park in North Wales.
The ceremony honors Korean War veterans and their families for their sacrifices in defense of freedom and peace while commemorating the enduring relationship between the United States and South Korea.
A Lifetime of Service
Community leaders described Grand Master Yang as a respected leader who has spent decades promoting Korean traditional martial arts and culture while supporting community service, Korean-American interests, and stronger relations between Korea and the United States.
His recognition by Lower Gwynedd Township represents more than an individual achievement. It also reflects the broader contributions that the Korean-American community has made throughout Montgomery County and the surrounding region.
Congratulations, Grand Master Bong Pil Yang
We congratulate Grand Master Bong Pil Yang on this well-deserved recognition and thank him for his decades of leadership, teaching, cultural outreach, and service to the community.
