Southeastern Tang Soo Do Academy
Teaching Traditional Martial Arts With A Focus On Self Defense
About Us
Our Mission
For over 9 years, we have provided quality training to students of all levels, fostering both personal and physical growth through disciplined practice. Instruction combines Tang Soo Do, Tae Kwon Do, and Karate.
Tang Soo Do: A traditional Korean martial art, often called "Korean Karate," blending elements of karate, subak, and Chinese martial arts, known for its focus on self-defense, physical fitness, and mental development, featuring linear movements, blocks, strikes, and dynamic kicking.
Tae Kwon Do: A dynamic Korean martial art emphasizing fast, high kicks and powerful hand strikes, meaning "the way of the foot and fist," focusing on physical discipline, character development (courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, indomitable spirit), and self-defense
Karate: A martial art developed in Okinawa (called te (手), "hand"; tī in Okinawan) under the influence of Chinese martial arts. It was then brought to Japan under the name Karate or Karate Do (the way of the open hand) While modern karate is primarily a striking art that uses punches and kicks, traditional karate training also employs throwing and joint locking techniques.
Head Instructor
Brian Walshaw
3rd Dan Black Belt
The founder and Head Instructor of Southeastern Tang Soo Do Academy. He has over 25 years experience in the martial arts. He has an education in Psychology, Business, and has worked in the Safety and Security field for over 18 years.
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3rd Dan Black Belt (2016) South Eastern Karate Association Under Master Instructor Peggy Jolly 7th Dan Black Belt
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2nd Dan Black Belt (2010) South Eastern Karate Association Under Master Instructor Peggy Jolly 7th Dan Black Belt
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1st Dan Black Belt (2005) North American Tae Kwon Do Association Under Head Insturctor Michael Petty 6th Dan Black Belt
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6th Kyu Green Belt (2007) Shoseikan Martial Arts Dojo Under Sensei Sam Norris 4th Dan Black Belt
Classes
Junior Classes:
Classes are designed for students 8-15 yrs old. Classes are aimed to promote inner strength while increasing confidence in physical and social abilities. Juniors will learn in a more structured setting and their level of expectation will increase. The student’s in the Junior class will learn to improve flexibility, balance, endurance and strength. We like to keep families together. Adults are welcome to train at the Junior Class.
Class Schedule: Fridays 7pm-830pm & Saturdays 9am-10am
Adult Classes:
Are tailored to students aged 16 and older seeking improved physical fitness, stress relief, and self-defense skills within a positive environment. The classes focus on enhancing flexibility, balance, endurance, and strength while teaching self-defense techniques. All levels of experience are welcome, making it accessible to beginners and experienced individuals alike.
Class Schedule: Fridays 7pm-830pm & Saturdays 1030am-12pm
