Founded and run by Master Deborah Grimaldi since 1994, is a Dojang encompassed in the fundamentals of traditional Tae Kwon Do. But that is not all that TMA has to offer. While Tae Kwon Do is the back bone of all instruction, other fighting arts have been adapted and incorporated into our integrated martial arts curriculum. The various forms include Hapkido, Small Circle Ju Jitsu, Olympic Sparring (TKD), boxing, and street self-defense. These art forms have been selected in order to strengthen the attributes of each student. Each art form has its own strengths and weaknesses, and by combining them together we get a better more well-rounded fighter who is able to adapt to various situations whether it be for sport or protection.

Classes are held weekly and offer something for everyone. Tiny Tigers is perfect for young children who wish to learn the basics of martial arts. Students will learn respect for others, discipline, and self-control as they progress through the fundamentals of Tae Kwon Do while exercising and improving balance. Junior classes are the next step for progressive students who wish to continue their education. Junior students will continue to learn Tae Kwon Do forms and drills which will become more intensive as they progress through the belt ranking system.

For those parents or other newcomers who are interested we also offer adult classes which implement the integrated martial arts styles. Adult classes usually range in age from the late teens on up. ..

More information can be found about class schedules on our calendar. Please contact us for more information, registration, and prices. 

The Rewards of Training at T.M.A.: "TEN POINT SUCCESS SYSTEM"

PHYSICAL:
1.Cardiovascular Workout: The speed of the techniques comes from the fast, agile muscles of the arms and legs. As you progress in Tae Kwon Do, you will learn to coordinate this speed and power, and develop a concentration to focus all of your body's strength into a small, hard striking surface like the edge of the hand or the heel of a foot.
2,3.Increased Strength / Flexibility: The principles of Taekwondo techniques are based on the design of your body. For power you develop the larger, powerful muscles of the torso.
MENTAL:
4.Assertiveness without Aggression: This does not come naturally for many people, but self-confidence can be developed over a period of time. Taekwondo instills a sense of discipline and self-confidence that can carry over to all aspects of your life.
5..Self-Discipline: Through Taekwondo, as you accomplish new goals, your confidence level increases.
6..A Proven System of Skill Development: Master Grimaldi and the rest of our teachers are experts in teaching the actual SKILLS of listening and focus>
7..An Atmosphere of Respect: You watch with satisfaction as your children learn to give respect and to earn respect.
8..A High Energy, Exciting Environment:focused on an actual activity, will give your child a very real sence of achievement!
Order and Structure: Even though the atmosphere is friendly and supportive, Taekwondo is not "play time." You will be delighted to see how your children develop focus and persistence in our orderly, structured environment.
9..Positive Role Models:Grandmaster Grimaldi and all our Teachers care about each student and are totally committed to helping your child reach his or her potential.
10.A Series of Positively Constructed Challenges: That will build your Childs"s confidence. You will be delighted as you see your children confidently move outside their comfort zone. As the weeks go by, you will smile with pride as your son or daughter moves from challenge to challenge,,,their confidence soaring at each new accomplishment!

Team Tiger is a non-profit and non-political corporation dedicated to the advancement of young athletes in the growing sport of Tae Kwon Do in and around the State of Indiana.

This travel team of dedicated athletes is committed to becoming National caliber competitors by utilizing the latest in training and coaching techniques and by competing against the best opponents the United States and around the world.

The team is comprised of both Juniors and Seniors, male and female competitors, who have demonstrated their ability and dedication to the sport by possesing the heart and determination of championship proportions.

Team Tiger has fought in many high profile tournaments in the U.S.A. These include the U.S. Nationals, U.S. Junior Olympics, U.S. Open, AAU Nationals and U.S.N.T.F. Nationals. Our competitors hold both Junior and Senior National medals.

Heading the team is Master Deborah Grimaldi and team leader Randall Thompsaon. Master Grimaldi has won numerous awards recognizing her contributions to the Martial Arts, the most recent being inducted into the “Tae Kwon Do Hall of Fame” in 2004.

The students comprising Team Tiger have been endorsed by the most widely recognized and highly decorated Martial Artist in the world, Master George Dillman, who evaluates Master Grimaldi's students as among the best in the United States today (letter of endorsement on file).

Team Tiger has an open door policy. Anyone who is interested in trying out for the Team may call Master Grimaldi for more information.

Call (219) 921-1171 to Schedule Lessons   or   (219) 840-0486