Many styles of mixed martial arts such as; Kung Fu, Karate, MMA Fighter style training that is safe and fun (as seen on Mixed Martial Arts Fighting, Cage Training and MMA Video’s), Kick Boxing, Self Defense, Fighting Styles, and Krav Maga, have been incorporated into the ATA’s program by Grand Master Soon Ho Lee’s Taekwondo. Grand Master is a Champion Taekwondo Martial Arts Master in America and is recognized as a U.S. Taekwondo leader. Martial Arts Movies have shown the various Martial Arts techniques that ATA Utilizes in classes in Virginia Beach. While the Traditional Taekwondo programs utilize a Taekwondo style uniform while Krav Maga utilizes a line of Mixed Martial Arts Fight Wear, MMA Apparel and MMA clothing for the student uniforms.

“Get Fit” with Martial Arts Fitness in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake Virginia is an extraordinary way of staying in shape in Taekwondo Martial Arts.

Songahm Taekwondo was developed by the American Taekwondo Association in combination with various martial arts principles and disciplines. Eternal Grand Master H. U. Lee was a a great visionary states local Martial arts Taekwondo Master; Senior Master Thomas a certified 7th degree black belt Master Instructor.

Senior Master Thomas teaches his personal “8 D’s of Discipline to his students as they progress on their path in life. One student told us; “ATA Chesapeake Taekwondo is truly a life changing experience, I don’t just kick and punch. As a student of Senior Master Thomas’ I learn valuable life skills that help me on a day to day basis. Thank you sir for Changing Lives thru Taekwondo”.

The following are tips that were shared with us in regards to Taekwondo in the Hampton Roads area.

1. Decision: to make the right choice. They say the journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. The first step is our decision making process. Make a decision of who you want to be and what your goals are for 2010.

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2. Dissolve: all negative thoughts and become a positive person with a positive outlook in life. “Find The Good” states; Senior Master.

3. Divide: your goals into categories. Be specific; states Chesapeake Martial Arts Master, Senior Master Thomas. Family, communication, relationships, financial, personal health, etc…

4. Determination: to overcome all obstacles. “Break the goals down” and this takes #3 to the next level. Remember, keeping determined is easier with fun steps and rewarding yourself for accomplishments.

5. Dedication: in becoming a positive person. Stay on the path, utilize small steps and refocus weekly. Use positive quotes, pictures, clippings out of magazines that will help keep you dedicated to your 2010 goals.

6. Discipline: to staying focused on ones path. Self Discipline does not come easy. Have like minded and positive people around you that will motivate you to keeping your discipline.

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7. Devote: time each day to staying mentally, physically, and spiritually balanced. If you are unsure how to stay balanced and keep your well being fine tuned, research various methods in these three areas of your life.

8. Defeat: One must persevere in life and overcome many “Life Challenging” situations and concerns. Taekwondo Master, Senior Master Thomas states; “Always remember to step back and take a deep breath, see the situation for what it is. Many times we dramatize or enlarge something that we later determine was not that much of a concern. Emotional levels and stress cannot be allowed to defeat us”.

As seen on Dr. Oz, ATA Taekwondo has much to offer the local community with Martial Arts training in Chesapeake, Virginia. Changing Lives ATA Taekwondo was founded in 1991 as a Tae Kwon Do Training facility in Virginia Beach. Senior Master Tracy Lee Thomas, a community leader in both Virginia Beach and Chesapeake, Virginia is a member of the American Taekwondo Association and Krav Maga Worldwide. Resources found at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Senior_Master_Tracy_Thomas

Changing Lives ATA Taekwondo is a “City Wide Partner In Education” in Virginia Beach and active Partners with the Chesapeake Public and Private School Systems. They have supported the schools financially with donations for the children’s class planners, fund raising events, and donations to the school’s PTA and PTO’s. Great Bridge Primary School in Chesapeake, Virginia enjoys working with a professional Taekwondo Academy in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, Virginia.

On behalf of the Great Bridge Primary School, I would like to thank you for your contribution to our Family, Fun, and Fitness Night. Our students and parents enjoyed the evening and your enthusiasm at your designated area was extremely appreciated. Your participation enabled the event to be successful once again and helped to promote health and fitness throughout the school and community. The Great Bridge Primary physical education department, PTA, school nurse, and wellness committee sponsored this event. We were fortunate to be joined by incredible volunteers such as you. We recognize that without the hard work and dedication of these volunteers that this event would not be possible. We are greatly appreciative of your time and energy in support of our Family Fun and Fitness Night!

~Great Bridge Primary School".

In reviewing the number of testimonials on the internet referring to the professional service and community service Changing Lives ATA Taekowndo and Senior Master Thomas provide year after year we can see why they are ranked a TOP TEN Taekwondo School.

Sources can be found at;
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A special thanks to Senior Master Thomas for sharing this information with us. We hope everyone enjoys a healthy and prosperous 2010. For more information visit the Changing Lives ATA Taekwondo (Tae Kwon Do) Website at www.atakick.com

Changing Lives Martial Arts teaches Songahm Taekwondo to students in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Taekwondo’s Master Instructor, Senior Master Thomas states; “Taekwondo is more than just a sport, it is an outlet for families to train and learn a style of ATA Martial Arts in a safe training environment”.

Changing Lives ATA Taekwondo (CLMA) can be contacted at one of the following locations for a “FREE COMMUNITY One on One” Evaluation.

Virginia Beach Martial Arts Training Facility: Princess Anne Shoppes (next to Fitness One) 757-471-9002

Virginia Beach Martial Arts Training Facility: Red Mill Commons Shopping Center (next to Pier One Imports) 757-563-9022

Chesapeake Martial Arts Training Facility: Edinburgh Commons Shopping Center (off route 168) 757-432-9022

Chesapeake Martial Arts Training Facility: Greenbrier Shoppes Shopping Center (corner of Kempsville Road and Greenbrier Parkway) 757-382-9022

CLMA Martial Arts
P.O. Box 68820
Virginia Beach, Virginia
23471
Website address: www.atakick.com
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Headquarters: 757-471-9022