MELISSAJOHNSON@TKDCARY.COM
204 Davis Grove Circle Ste 104
CARY, North Carolina 27519
Back to White Belt
Alex Merwin - 2nd degree black belt instructor showing his humulity!Johnson's TaeKwonDo & Leadership Academy teaches its students to walk the walk. The ten tenets of TaeKwonDo Honor, Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, Courage, Community, Strength, Humility, and Knowledge are taught and stressed in each taekwondo lesson that the academy instructors teach. However, one tenet that is often overlooked in the martial arts industry is Humility.
Mathew Snyder - 3rd degree black belt instructor as a humble yellow belt!Parents have gotten the wrong idea about martial arts lately as mixed martial arts (The UFC) has become more prevalent. For some reason, parents think that if I am a mixed martial artist, I am laden with tattoos, I fight in a cage, and am extremely arrogant and full of pride. While this may be what you watch on television, this is not the martial arts experience you seek for your children.
As a practicing martial artist now for just under 20 years, I have trained in several different martial arts such as Taekwondo (my specialty), Kick Boxing, Hapkido, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In each style, there are always credible arguments for the effectiveness of any of these individual martial arts. I am not here to debate. A highly proficient martial artist in any form is very dangerous. To say that one art is "better" than another is useless. That is why a student should be well-rounded so that they feel comfortable in any life-threatening situation. Thus, mixed martial arts. I personally do not like the terminology, since mma has such a negative connotation to it these days-though I teach my students TaeKwonDo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Marissa Jenkins - 3rd degree black belt-working back through the ranks as a Green BeltTo continue, let me explain our leadership project for our instructors. First of all, as a show of humility to our students, beginning February 15th, 2010, all 18 of them went back to white belt. Every week, the instructors must practice the curriculum for that rank 100 times in order to advance. Over an 8-week period, the instructors will make their way back to black.
The humility project is just one more way that Johnson's TaeKwonDo & Leadership is teaching its students skills that transcend the mat. They are showing their students a commitment to learning at any rank or age. That is how Johnson's offers so much more than just your local cary, nc karate class experience for adults and children. Their martial arts students take their skills out of the dojang and put them to use in the world.
Johnson's Tiger Rock Martial Arts in Cary Testimonials
"Our daughter joined Johnson's TKD about 4 months ago. She is 4 years old and simply loves it. We are the traditional sports family. Basketball, baseball, volleyball, track & field, but not TKD. My daughter's preschool classmate introduced us to this academy. It has been full steam ahead. She has developed and improved leadership skills, focus, and overall confidence needed to thrive within her school activities and personally. She interacts well all cultures which matches her school room setting and this alone makes her feel at home. The Johnsons welcomed us with open arms immediately upon meeting us. I cannot think of a better academy to attend. Other families and parents are certainly supportive. We will be here for a long time to come. Try it for yourself. I know once our son turns 4, he will participate at this academy as well.?"
Cary, North Carolina
"Johnson's Taekwondo of Cary provides the motivation to stay with an exercise program. It is a full body workout with a focus on safety to ensure it can be done long term. I started with Johnson's Tae kwon do 5 years ago at the age of 39 and am healthy and strong because of the ongoing draw that this type of exercise program can provide. It is more than exercise for the body, because here they teach exercise for the mind and we are challenged to do more for ourselves, our families and our communities. My two children also take TKD through this academy and have become solid contributing citizens and leaders. I attribute their success to the physical and educational lessons they received at this school.?"
Rita Lewitt
Cary, North Carolina
"I am proud to say that my son goes to Johnson's TaeKwonDo Academy. The owners make sure that they know each child and parent on sight. They are friendly and always willing to discuss your child's progress and performance. They do amazing work in the community and foster a sense of community service and dedication in all the students. They have participated in St. Baldrick's Cancer Fundraising and Habitat for Humanity. It is more important to be a part of the community and help others than your rank. The Johnsons are dedicated to improving their students not only in TaeKwonDo but also in life skills. They make sure that their students get an Intent to Promote signed by their school teacher and parents. This ensures that the students are well rounded and respectful in all aspects of their lives. I'm so glad that we were recommended to Johnson's TaeKwonDo Academy!!"
Deb Daniels
Cary, North Carolina
"My son has attended lessons at Johnson's Taekwondo since last March (about 8 months). He is six years old. I am pleased to say that he has improved his ability to focus as well as his understanding of being respectful and being a good listener. He is excited to attend lessons and he just attended his first tournament. I am thrilled with his enthusiasm and everything he has learned. Bryson and Melissa Johnson are very easy to work with. They have the students' best interests at heart in terms of helping the students learn Taekwondo and encouraging them to think about how all of their lessons can be applied in everything they do in life. It has truly been an outstanding experience for my son (and everyone else involved).?"
Donna Barton
Cary, North Carolina
"Johnson's Taekwondo Academy is not only a 5-star Taekwondo facility, but also a 5-star Leadership academy. Through the leadership skills I acquired through Taekwondo, I established an SAT Math Program to raise money for St. Baldrick's foundation. Encompassing all the necessary topics for the SAT and a few tricks I used in my 7th grade SAT, the SAT course is a great way to not only improve math skills, but also help St. Baldrick's Foundation.?"
Tejas Sundaresan
Cary, North Carolina