My goals as a black belt by Damian Neuner


      As I approach belt black and go beyond my hope for training goes past just physical training but to focus on becoming a better teacher and instructor. While I hope to always improve my technique and form, I also wish to improve my abilities to teach. I strive to better help students on their way to black belt. To become a better listener and a better communicator. This way I can better understand how my fellow students' struggles…

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My living heroes by Damian Neuner


Graham Smyth— My first living hero is Kyo Sa Nim Smyth. He has been my teacher for as long as I have been doing martial arts. He is everything I aspire to be as a teacher. He is funny, caring, and always willing to help. I look to him when I need advice, wisdom, or a witty comment. When I teach I try to emulate him. I look to him and try to learn when he teaches me. He has helped me become a better martial artist, a better teacher, and…

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Modified schedule April 10-14


We are FINALLY getting our new Do Jang mat flooring :).  We are very excited to have this upgrade to our school.  We are also very lucky in that we were able to find someone to install it right away.  However, what that means that we are going to have to close on Tuesday, April 11th so that we can have time to install the floor. Please see below for updated modified schedule for next week

Monday, April 10:  No change to the schedule

Tuesday, April 11:  Closed for new flooring…

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      As I approach belt black and go beyond my hope for training goes past just physical training but to focus on becoming a better teacher and instructor. While I hope to always improve my technique and form, I also wish to improve my abilities to…
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