The ATA believes that quality students come from quality instruction. All of our instructors are graduates of a three-year intensive internship and evaluated based upon performance, teaching ability, and character.

We believe our younger students should be taught not only the skills of Taekwondo, but values such as integrity, respect, self-confidence, and dedication.


Kevin Mende - Master Instructor

Kevin Mende is a Sixth Degree Black Belt and our chief instructor. Master Mende has 25 years teaching experience and has taught students from 3 years old to 80 years old. He also holds the title of Regional Chief of Awards in the ATA organization.

Master Mende holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Oglethorpe University and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Georgia. In addition to this training Master Mende is also certified through ATA School Business Courses. Master Mende has been a school owner since 1982.


Adult Leaders
Chris Schiller

Mark Harris

Evan Haley

James Hicks

Cassidy Collins

Kevin Skewes


Other Leaders/
Junior Leaders:
Cassandra Bright, David Bright, Steffen Arnvard,
John Hicks, Carlye Lapham, Ryan McGregor,
Bailey Smith, Conner Wilson, Andrew Kofman,
Alex Keough, David Ulmer, Jessica Ellett,
Brandon Welsh, Colt Neal, Tyler Duhon,
Travis Keeler, John Neville, Hillary Gallagher,
Parker Maness, Dylan Evans,
Victoria Young,
Cody Atcheson, Eli Greeley, Kaylem Mann

To sign up for a class or request more information, please feel free to contact us.


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