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New Journeys
New Experiences
New Experiences
See those three in the photo? The summer they each started martial arts 25 years ago, they were just looking for something to do.
They never even expected to become Black Belts, let alone imagine what they actually did. One became a fierce pro-am competitor. Two of them coached a team to Gold and Silver Medals in international competition. All 3 improved their employment, through better self-confidence, more worldly experiences, and a stronger personal presence.
And NONE of them ever expected to be among the founders of a pioneering new school 12 years later! And none of them ever expected to become good enough to be recruited to do a professional photo expedition to a mountaintop at sunset!
New Experiences
New Experiences
New Experiences
The new experiences coming your way are not even close to what you think they might be!
From meeting and training with old-time USA/World Karate, Hapkido and Taekwondo champions, to attending large weekend seminars with martial arts champions and Grandmasters, to travelling around the country competing in 10 different martial arts styles... it's been exciting!
6 of our Black Belts have been inducted into the US Kido Black Belt Hall Of Fame, and 4 have been honored at the AMAA 'Who's Who In Martial Arts' Awards.
None of us ever expected any of that - we just started out wanting to learn something fun, and to get into shape!
New You!
New Experiences
New You!
Our program will help you control or even beat many health problems (we routinely have members with AFIB, Arthritis, ADHD, Asthma, Osteoporosis, Scoliosis, Vertigo or PTSD). They're all building denser bones, stronger muscles, improving endurance, balance and flexibility, developing faster reflexes - and much more.
You'll find mental and emotional benefits to this program as well. Our unique approach to training, combined with the inherent health attributes of classical Chung Do Kwan create a great health and wellness regimen for you.
We founded this school to make a difference. We chose classical Chung Do Kwan because it demonstrates superior progress in it's practitioners.
OUR LEADERSHIP GROUP MAKES BEING HERE MORE FUN!
7th DAN JR GRANDMASTER PORTER HUGHES
7th Dan Jr Grandmaster
WT Taekwondo
7th Dan Senior Master
Chung Do Kwan
5th Dan Master
Oh Do Kwan
1st Dan Black Belt
ITF Taekwondo
Original background
Traditional Japanese Jujitsu
CURRENTLY ACCREDITED BY THE WORLD HAN MU KWAN FEDERATION FOR TAEKWONDO AND HAPKIDO AND THE USAT ORGANIZATION FOR OLYMPIC TAEKWONDO. IN THE PAST HE HAS ALSO HELD A
7th Dan Jr Grandmaster
WT Taekwondo
7th Dan Senior Master
Chung Do Kwan
5th Dan Master
Oh Do Kwan
1st Dan Black Belt
ITF Taekwondo
Original background
Traditional Japanese Jujitsu
CURRENTLY ACCREDITED BY THE WORLD HAN MU KWAN FEDERATION FOR TAEKWONDO AND HAPKIDO AND THE USAT ORGANIZATION FOR OLYMPIC TAEKWONDO. IN THE PAST HE HAS ALSO HELD ACCREDIDATION WITH THE IJTF AND USKF ORGNIZATIONS.
HIS AWARDS INCLUDE TWICE BEING INDUCTED INTO THE US KIDO BLACK BELT HALL OF FAME; 2019 AND 2024 NATIONAL AWARDS FROM THE AMAA KARATE ASSOCIATION, AND SEVERAL INSTRUCTOR'S AWARDS FROM VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS.
GRANDMASTER HUGHES IS A US NAVY COMBAT VETERAN, WITH 8 YEARS SERVED IN A VARIETY OF AIR/SEA/LAND SPECIAL OPERATIONS UNITS. HE HAS OVER 20 COMMENDATIONS FROM THE US NAVY, US AIR FORCE AND US ARMY INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS GROUPS, BUT THE AWARD HE IS MOST PROUD OF EARNING MIGHT BE THE TITLE OF US NAVY 'SHELLBACK'!
MASTER HUGHES AND HIS FAMILY MAKE SURE THE TRAINING HERE IS TAKEN VERY SERIOUSLY - BUT THE CLASSES ARE FUN AND RELAXED - NO EGOS OR STRESS!
Senior Black Belt Staff
5th Dan Malinee Hughes
5th Dan Michael Hughes
5th Dan David Hughes
5th Dan Anthony Casapao
5th Dan Ivan Pechtel
4th Dan Mark Gill
VERY FEW Martial Arts Schools can claim the experience and background of this Black Belt Staff! In addition to the instructor list above, we're now onboarding a new member, 6th Dan Kirke Woodall, who comes to us f
5th Dan Malinee Hughes
5th Dan Michael Hughes
5th Dan David Hughes
5th Dan Anthony Casapao
5th Dan Ivan Pechtel
4th Dan Mark Gill
VERY FEW Martial Arts Schools can claim the experience and background of this Black Belt Staff! In addition to the instructor list above, we're now onboarding a new member, 6th Dan Kirke Woodall, who comes to us from a long history in Jacksonville, Florida. Master Woodall is a 6th Dan in original Chung Do Kwan - something that is difficult to find! He will be adapting to our system over the next few months, but you'll be able to see him in class in a week or two!
MASTER MALINEE HUGHES
1ST DAN IN ITF TAEKWONDO
4TH DAN IN OH DO KWAN
5TH DAN IN CHUNG DO KWAN
MASTER MICHAEL HUGHES
1ST DAN IN ITF TAEKWONDO
4TH DAN IN OH DO KWAN
5TH DAN IN CHUNG DO KWAN
MASTER MICHAEL HUGHES
1ST DAN IN ITF TAEKWONDO
4TH DAN IN OH DO KWAN
5TH DAN IN CHUNG DO KWAN
MASTER DAVID HUGHES
1ST DAN IN ITF TAEKWONDO
4TH DAN IN OH DO KWAN
5TH DAN IN CHUNG DO KWAN
MASTER ANTHONY CASAPAO
1ST DAN IN ITF TAEKWONDO
4TH DAN IN OH DO KWAN
5TH DAN IN CHUNG DO KWAN
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND IN DAITO RYU JUJITSU AND SHITO-RYU KARATE
MASTER IVAN PECHTEL
2ND DAN IN ITF TAEKWONDO
4TH DAN IN OH DO KWAN
5TH DAN IN CHUNG DO KWAN
BLACK BELT IN KRAV MAGA
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND IN JUJITSU
MASTER MARK GILL
4TH DAN IN GHUNG DO KWAN
3RD DAN IN KEMPO KARATE
1ST DAN SHOTOKAN KARATE
BLACK SASH IN KUNG FU
CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR/TAI CHI
Trust, Respect and Integrity
Trust, Respect and Integrity
The Hughes family founded this academy with the intent of maintaining the highest integrity, and after 15 years we are even more adamant about it. You will NEVER have to deal with unscrupulous teachers, sales tricks or bogus technical instruction here. The only Black Belts we ever allow to work with you are good people, that we know and
The Hughes family founded this academy with the intent of maintaining the highest integrity, and after 15 years we are even more adamant about it. You will NEVER have to deal with unscrupulous teachers, sales tricks or bogus technical instruction here. The only Black Belts we ever allow to work with you are good people, that we know and trust!
Besides the 17 Black Belts full-time who call us home, another half dozen+ have retired or moved out of state for work, or are attending university away from home. They still manage to visit from time to time, to help out. You'll meet them during spring, summer and winter college breaks; on belt rank test days, during seminars and so on.
Rec. Black Belt Helen Pappas
Rec. Black Belt Jeff Simmerson
1st Dan Ali Hurtado
1st Dan Sergio Hurtado
1st Dan Liam Milner
1st Dan Reid Porter-Shirley
1st Dan Candace Pressley
1st Dan Guy Smiley
1st Dan Daven Budiama
1st Dan Jonathan Parker
1st Dan Ash Johnson
2nd Dan Michael Rogers
2nd Dan Bekah Anders
3rd Dan Craig Kellberg
3rd Dan Bennett Finkler
3rd Dan Scott Embler
And for the past 15 years, running a zero-profit, non-commercial academy was challenging. The following Black Belts helped us along the way (and some still show up here from time to time). For making extra efforts to provide support over the years, participating in test judging panels, helping with research, logistics and other items, our Special Appreciation:
1st Dan Kira Sherrill
3rd Dan Daniel Francis
3rd Dan Dru Wetzel
3rd Dan Andrew Cook
3rd Dan Daniel Cook
5th Dan Jason Elkins
7th Dan James Craeton
8th Dan Grandmaster Chuck Blackburn
8th Dan Grandmaster Khoa Vu
9TH Dan Grandmaster Wayne Kirby
9th Dan Grandmaster Louis Raddicione
9th Dan Grandmaster Robert Dunn
Adult Training
The Only Local Place Where Families Practice Together!
Trust, Respect and Integrity
We love kids, and ours have done some truly great things. But somedays you just need to train with other grown-ups. Jung Kwon Academy is the only predominantly adult martial arts program in the region. Fully 85% of our members are adults with regular jobs, rough schedules, stressful days and nights... They do class here to de-stress and get something just for themselves!
The Only Local Place Where Families Practice Together!
The Only Local Place Where Families Practice Together!
The Only Local Place Where Families Practice Together!
It's proven that families who practice martial arts together, form stronger bonds, and have more mutual respect. It's great for everyone's wellness and development too. No one else in the region offers you this opportunity. And it's affordable!
Sending Your Teen To College?
The Only Local Place Where Families Practice Together!
The Only Local Place Where Families Practice Together!
Your teen is heading off to college, and you're a little stressed. You're worried about their safety, away from home and on their own.
You could pay $600 for a weekend 'college self-defense class' that will show them how to spray pepper spray, scratch eyes and make noise ... Or - save $300 with our accelerated program that gives them 2
Your teen is heading off to college, and you're a little stressed. You're worried about their safety, away from home and on their own.
You could pay $600 for a weekend 'college self-defense class' that will show them how to spray pepper spray, scratch eyes and make noise ... Or - save $300 with our accelerated program that gives them 2 or 3 months of tailored training. Now, when they do leave. you'll be way more relaxed!
ed: one of our teen girls just survived an attempted gang kidnapping in North Africa just before Christmas. She followed her training, and she and her friends were unharmed. After a struggle, they maneuvered themselves into a tight space, barricaded the entrance with furniture and held out overnight. Once the gang left and the sun came up they got to the US embassy quickly and were escorted to the airport.
Try It Out For $5.00! Seriously - No Tricks, No BS!
Try It Out For $5.00! Seriously - No Tricks, No BS!
Try It Out For $5.00! Seriously - No Tricks, No BS!
You get 5 full classes to use at your own pace— no contract, no pressure. It’s a real look at our training, our people, and a cross-section of our full curriculum. No other school gives you this kind of open access up front, without joining. Talk to members privately on your own, ask anything — the vibe, the value, the training. No tricks. No BS.
Safe For Seniors!
Try It Out For $5.00! Seriously - No Tricks, No BS!
Try It Out For $5.00! Seriously - No Tricks, No BS!
O.G. Chung Do Kwan (1940's-1950's style) focuses on efficiency of movement. It was designed for prolonging the life of your tendons, joints, reflexes and brain functions. Our oldest member is 73, and several are in their 50's. See the woman on the floor taking down a guy with a scissors kick? She's 58 there! And now, 11 years later, she's
O.G. Chung Do Kwan (1940's-1950's style) focuses on efficiency of movement. It was designed for prolonging the life of your tendons, joints, reflexes and brain functions. Our oldest member is 73, and several are in their 50's. See the woman on the floor taking down a guy with a scissors kick? She's 58 there! And now, 11 years later, she's preparing for her 6th Dan test this summer! YOU CAN DO THIS!
Traditional Chung Do Kwan Defensives Can Save Your Life
Try It Out For $5.00! Seriously - No Tricks, No BS!
Traditional Chung Do Kwan Defensives Can Save Your Life
O.G. Chung Do Kwan (1940's-1950's style) is the most aggressive form of self-defense you can learn. After all, it was designed for the famous ROK Marines. We teach usable defense skills. CDK also has an aggressive defense suite, for when you have to protect someone else in trouble; and you'll learn how to subdue an attacker without doing
O.G. Chung Do Kwan (1940's-1950's style) is the most aggressive form of self-defense you can learn. After all, it was designed for the famous ROK Marines. We teach usable defense skills. CDK also has an aggressive defense suite, for when you have to protect someone else in trouble; and you'll learn how to subdue an attacker without doing permanent damage - to protect you from liability (for school, work, and family gatherings). After all, who wants to spend a week in jail, or a month in court, over someone attacking YOU!? Our training is varied and interesting, you won't get bored. And - with our unique program of instruction methods - it's easily learnable!
FREE VIP and Specialty Classes!
Challenge Yourself! It's Fun, Rewarding, and Exciting!
Traditional Chung Do Kwan Defensives Can Save Your Life
THINGS YOU PAY (A LOT) FOR ELSEWHERE ARE FREE HERE.
SPECIAL CLASSES, VIP CLASSES, SEMINARS, COMPETITION TRAINING, COMPETITION COACHING, CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINING, BLACK BELT CLUB AND MASTERS CLUB - ALL ARE INCLUDED HERE!
PEOPLE WHO CAME HERE FROM OTHER SCHOOLS TELL US THEY ARE SAVING AS MUCH AS $2,400 A YEAR - AND GETTING BETTER TRAINI
THINGS YOU PAY (A LOT) FOR ELSEWHERE ARE FREE HERE.
SPECIAL CLASSES, VIP CLASSES, SEMINARS, COMPETITION TRAINING, COMPETITION COACHING, CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINING, BLACK BELT CLUB AND MASTERS CLUB - ALL ARE INCLUDED HERE!
PEOPLE WHO CAME HERE FROM OTHER SCHOOLS TELL US THEY ARE SAVING AS MUCH AS $2,400 A YEAR - AND GETTING BETTER TRAINING. BUT YOU DON'T HAVE TO TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT - YOU CAN ASK THEM YOURSELF!
Challenge Yourself! It's Fun, Rewarding, and Exciting!
Challenge Yourself! It's Fun, Rewarding, and Exciting!
Challenge Yourself! It's Fun, Rewarding, and Exciting!
Some of our students like to compete. They excel, with hundreds of medals in 10 styles! Above, Blue Belt mom, Candace, defeated two black belts for the Gold at the 2023 Hendersonville Karate Open. Her teen son often competes with her.
Since we are not a competition school, you might wonder if our training is up to par....
Two of our studen
Some of our students like to compete. They excel, with hundreds of medals in 10 styles! Above, Blue Belt mom, Candace, defeated two black belts for the Gold at the 2023 Hendersonville Karate Open. Her teen son often competes with her.
Since we are not a competition school, you might wonder if our training is up to par....
Two of our students earned Gold and Silver at the Pan Am Games; over 2 dozen of our students have qualified for the US Nationals; we hold over 40 NC State Games Gold and Silver medals in TKD and Karate, and the total number of medals and trophies our small teams have won is currently at 577+, in 10 different martial arts, over 5 states!
Train Hard, Stay Safe, Have A Blast!
Challenge Yourself! It's Fun, Rewarding, and Exciting!
Challenge Yourself! It's Fun, Rewarding, and Exciting!
Our unique program has been cited for its 15-year superior record of safety and clean professionalism. That's a testament to our thoughtful instructors, a dedication to integrity, and our decision to create a results- and goals-oriented non-commercial program. It's a rewarding, drama-free environment. Our students thrive, and have way more fun than they expect!