Our Mission

 We're a martial arts school empowering all ages and abilities with confidence, resilience, and personal safety skills through self-defense workshops and World Class Taekwon-Do.

Press & Events Hub
June 2024

We hope this newsletter finds you well and filled with excitement for the latest happenings at A Charity Empowered to Save Souls, home of World Class Taekwon-Do celebrating 27 years of excellence.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Black Belts: Congratulation to our newest black belts - Sabum Shaheer, Sabum Caleigh, and Sabum Isaac. Your dedication and perseverance have truly paid off. Each journey is unique, marked by its own challenges and triumphs. Keep pushing forward, knowing that every step on this path is an achievement in its own right. We are proud of you! Thank you once again Sabumnim Besch, V Dan, PA for your visit to support our Member-Athletes.

For more about our happenings, lean into some inspiring stories by clicking the photos below. You'll dive deeper into the lives we've touched: witness the intensity of a taekwondo journey, experience the empowerment of an outdoor self-defense workshop in Lake Nona Park, marvel at the inclusivity of our Taekwondo partnerships, and greet the eager new students at the J. Douglas Williams YMCA Summer Camp as they embrace the art of authentic Taekwondo.

PHOTOS ARE BELOW NEWS & EVENTS

FREE Self-Defense Workshop: Get ready to strengthen your confidence and personal safety skills at our Empowerment Hour Self-Defense Seminar. For Women, Taught by a Woman! Join us on Saturday, June 29 from 12:30pm-1:30pm at Reiter Park, 311 W Warren Ave, Longwood for an empowering session led by Master G. You'll learn evidence-based techniques to protect yourself and others. What does a self-defense workshop look like? See us in Action Right now

Registration not required. Free Event.

Summer Camps are in Full Swing: Member-Athletes, ask about summer job openings!

• YMCA Summer Camp: Active now through July.

• Extreme Youth Sports Summer Camp: Active now through July.

• Kairos Summer Camp: Explore new skills and friendships.

• Mephibo's House: Engage in learning and growth.

• Nemours Children’s Hospital Summer Camp: We've just completed a fantastic session—thank you to all participants!

Looking Ahead to Fall

We're excited to start our new initiative with the Arbor School this fall, expanding our reach and impact. Inclusive Taekwondo will be held Wednesday mornings for middle and high school students in Lake Mary.

Welcome New Members: A huge welcome to Joshua, Selva, Ava, and Kallen! We’re thrilled to have you as part of our taekwondo family and look forward to seeing you thrive with our World Class Taekwon-Do Team.

Upcoming Tournament :

Date: September 28 (typically 9am-4pm)

Location: Orlando

The excitement is building for our next tournament. Registration is now open! Prepare to demonstrate your skills and competitive spirit. Master G. will be taking profile pics in next week's classes then sending to families for registration. A Competitor Badge is worn throughout the event. By adopting a uniform appearance, our World Class Team not only enhances our collective presence but also boosts our spirit, fostering a sense of unity and pride among all members. Calling all World Class Taekwon-Do black belts not currently in training: training begins now for your chance to compete September 28th. Tuesday nights: Technical; Thursday nights: Sparring (Tues/Thurs 7-8pm at the J. Douglas Williams YMCA).

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Member-Athletes, donors, sponsors, supporters, and volunteers. Your generosity and dedication make our work possible, and we're deeply thankful for your ongoing support. Together, we're making a meaningful impact and empowering individuals of all ages and abilities. In case you missed it, we're on a mission to empower 5,000 souls this year. Let's do this!

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