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Our story
Traditional Taekwon-Do Center Of Davie
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In a landscape crowded with martial arts schools, what makes us truly unique?
Since our establishment in 1991, we've forged a legacy that spans over 27 years, cementing our strong reputation in the martial arts community. This enduring history guarantees you access to a team of seasoned instructors, deeply committed to fostering a stable, family-centric atmosphere where you can pursue your personal goals. Moreover, you'll discover a vibrant and supportive community to complement your journey.
Our offerings encompass four distinct programs, each tailored to meet your individual aspirations. Whether your aim is competition, weight loss, forging new connections, or enhancing your day-to-day life, we're here to propel you towards success with efficiency and enjoyment.
Unlocking the Hidden Benefits of Taekwon-Do: Beyond Fitness, Mental Focus, and Indomitable Spirit
Lifetime Value
Exercise is everywhere, but true growth demands more than repetition. Break free from the monotony with Taekwon-Do, where challenges and achievements never run dry. With every level you conquer, you acquire skills that endure for a lifetime.
Empower Your Safety
While treadmill running has its merits, it's limited in practicality. In Taekwon-Do, you acquire valuable self-defense skills that extend far beyond the gym. Even our foundational training can become your lifeline in a real-world situation.
Embark on a Family Martial Arts Journey
At our school, we embrace the spirit of unity and growth as one big family. Here, parents and kids can train side by side, fostering a unique bond that few sports can offer. Our environment is carefully crafted to enhance the family experience.
A Whole Body Experience
Unlock Your Full Potential: Achieving Balance in Fitness, Focus, and Spirituality
No need to worry about fitting in.
We start you off slow and work up to the more intense training.
Each class starts with stretching and warm up.
Then we focus on progressive training so that you are always advancing and getting the most out of each class.
You can be sure that at every class, you will get a great workout and move a step closer to your next goal.
Plus, you can have that unbelievable feeling of having mind, body and spirit all working together.
The Taekwon-do Student Oath
to guide our students
I Shall Observe the Principles of Tae Kwon-do
I Shall Respect the Instructors' and all Senior Ranks
I Shall Never Misuse Tae Kwon-do
I Shall Be a Champion of Freedom & Justice
I Shall Build a More Peaceful World
Our Team of Instructors
Are Passionate About Seeing You Thrive!
Darius Marta
- Started Tae-Kwon-Do at 5 years old
- Won the state tournament at 12 years old in Forms, Breaking, and Sparring
- Has always had a pure passion for martial arts (parents put him to train at five years old because he was beating up all of the couches in the house and putting holes in the drywall)
- In possession of over twenty 1st place medals and trophies in Forms, Breaking, and Sparring
- Achieved 1st DAN Black Belt at 15 years old
- Became an instructor (Kyosahnim) at 17 years old
- Achieved 2nd DAN Black Belt at 22 years old
Grandmaster Nestor Cerda
Grandmaster Nestor Cerda
Sahbum-Nim 6th Dan
1988- Started training with Master Kwon. Over the past 21 years, Nestor has attended seminars given by Master Kwon in the United States in Florida, New York, Virginia, Puerto Rico, Germany, and Korea
1990- Received 1st Dan (1st Degree Black belt)
1993- Received 2nd Dan (2nd Degree Black Belt)
1995- School Training Seminar By Grandmaster Kwon Jae Hwa (Munchen Germany)
1995- School Training & Seminar By Grandmaster Kwon Jae-Hwa (Augsburg, Germany)
1996- Received 3rd Dan (3rd Degree Black Belt)
2003- Received 4th Dan (4th Degree Black Belt)
2003- Benefiz Gala Stadisaai Furotenfeldruck (Germany)
2003 -Seul, Pusan Seminar By Grandmaster Kwon Jae Hwa (South Korea)
2005 - 40 Years Anniversary Gala Demonstration In Europe.
2006 - Received 5th Dan By Grandmaster Kwon Jae Hwa
2006 - Seminar & Training By Grandmaster Kwon Jar Hwa Graefeifing (Germany)
2007 - Spring Seminar & Training By Grandmaster Kwon Jae Hwa Bad Tolz (Germany)
2008 - 25th Years Anniversary Demonstration Gala Erlangen (Germany)
2008 - International Seminar By Grandmaster Kwon Jae Hwa Virginia (USA)
2014 - 49 years Anniversary Seminar By Grandmaster Kwon Jae Hwa Garmisch (Germany)
2015- Received 6th Dan (Grandmaster Degree)
1994- Master Kwon Seminar New York
1995- October in Munchen, Erlangen an Augsburg Germany, Master Kwon Seminar
1996- Received 3rd Dan (3rd Degree Black Belt), Charity Make a Wish Foundation Demo.
1997- 5th Avenue Black Belt Seminar New York
2002- 10 Year Anniversary in Virginia - 10 Year Anniversary in Davie, Florida
2003- October in Bevefizgala, Stadia - November in Seoul and Pusan, Korea
2005- July, 25 Year Anniversary in Erlangen, Germany - October, 40 Year Anniversary in Europe
2006- Received 5th Dan (5th Degree Black Belt)
2007- Spring Seminary in Germany
2008- 15 Year Anniversary - I Care I Cure Fundraiser and HANDY Fundraiser, Davie, Fl
Lisbeth Sandoval
Lisbeth Sandoval
Program Director
Lisbeth has been involved in martial arts for the last 8 years. She and her daughter have trained with Grandmaster Nestor Cerda. She has been in the US since 2006 when she moved from Costa Rica. Her whole life she has been involved with helping children in one capacity or another. Since her arrival, she was a stay-at-home mom until her daughter started school. She started a career in hospitality while being involved intimately involved in her daughter’s school and practicing Martial Arts. In 2019 she decided to work with the Traditional Taekwondo Center as a Program Director.