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Master Joshua Sharp
• 6th dan kukkiwon certified black belt
• Over 28 years experience
• 8 time state champion
• 5 time national champion
• Pan-am champion.
Master sharp started taekwondo in 1982. He is a kukkiwon certified black belt. Master sharp is a certified instructor and a national certified referee who has competed in over 500 competitions (local, state, national, and international). He is a 9 time USNTF champion and an 8 time prairie state games champion. Master sharp was given the community leader award in Decatur in 2003. He has a background in security and has been to college for business. He also is a veteran of the United States Navy while working as a hospital corpsman. While striving to be the best martial artist he can be, he also works to develop the best martial artists that he trains.
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| Some of the benefits of services we offer to students include: |
1. Academic achievers---for students who receive high grades in school
2. Weapons classes
3. Morning and evening classes
4. Classes 6 days a week
5. Sport taekwondo as well as traditional taekwondo
6. Hapkido, self-defense, and grappling
7. Therapeutic martial arts for kids with disabilities
8. Taekwondo team---students who have the drive to learn more and be the best
9. Tournament circuit---competitions on a regular basis---not mandatory
10. Family outings---baseball trip, canoe trip, Christmas party, spring picnic, fall cookout, taekwondo camp
11. Advanced classes for those that have achieved higher levels
12. Private lessons for those wanting extra training |
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We specialize in teaching taekwondo and hapkido. We also teach grappling and street self-defense.
Classes available for 3 years old and up. Beginner and advanced classes, morning and evening classes available. Classes 6 days a week. Great family rates! |
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| Competition |
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We have an excellent competition program that excels in preparing students for tournaments. Students can compete in local, state, and national competitions. Our program has produced numerous state and national champions.
Midwest Open will be held November 20th & 21st this year. All styles are welcome to attend. We had over 400 competitors from 11 states last year. For more information on our tournament call 217-875-5031.
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| Student creed: |
Tenets of the art: |
To build ourselves physically and mentally
To build friendships with one another
To be a strong group
Never fight to achieve selfish ends, but to develop might for right. |
Courtesy
Integrity
Perseverance
Self-control
Indomitable spirit |
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| School rules: |
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1. Bow to the instructor when entering or leaving the dojang.
2. Bow when entering or leaving the dojang.
3. Respect all higher ranks especially the instructor.
4. Have a clean uniform at all times, folded neatly before leaving.
5. Maintain discipline; know the tenets of the art and the student creed.
6. Telephone if you will be late or unable to attend.
7. No food or alcohol allowed in the dojang. Refrain from drug abuse and no chewing gum.
8. No profanity, no loud talking, and no horseplay.
9. Do not face the instructor while tying belt.
10. Do not teach without instructor's permission.
11. Report all injuries to the instructor.
12. Do not try any techniques until the instructor has shown them to you.
13. Anyone not following these rules will be reduced in rank.
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| Home rules |
1. Children shall greet their parents when they enter the house and tell them good-bye when they leave.
2. Children will at all times be respectful to their parents and grandparents.
3. Children will strive for a good relationship with their brothers and sisters.
4. Children will willingly help with household chores.
5. Children shall report to their parents that they have completed assigned tasks.
6. Children shall be responsible for the upkeep and neatness of their own room.
7. Children will practice daily cleanliness in the matter of hair, nails, teeth, and body.
8. Children shall abide by their parents' decisions.
9. Children shall not interrupt adult conversations.
10. Children shall refrain from rowdy behavior at home.
11. Children shall possess an active mind, body, and spirit.
12. Children will diligently study their schoolwork both at school and at home.
13. Children will at all times show respect for their school teachers and other peers.
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Instructors
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Joshua Sharp---
Master Instructor |
Rick Allison---
Instructor
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Brian Kalita---
Instructor
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Liz Boland---
Instructor
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Bob Larson---
Instructor
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Brad Stark---
Instructor
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Jess Sheffield---
Junior Instructor
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Ken Sheffield
Instructor
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Ben West---
Instructor
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Divya Verma---
Instructor
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Inas Mahood---
Junior Instructor
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Michael Young---
Instructor
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Brittany Smith---
Instructor
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Robyn Ploessl---
Instructor
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