About Us : We teach taekwondo and self defense classes to kids and adults in Tewksbury, MA and Chelmsford, MA : American Taekwondo Association : Justin Garofano

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Tewksbury ATA
361 Main Street
Tewksbury, MA 01876
ph: (978) 851-5771
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Chelmsford ATA
83 Parkhurst Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
ph: (978) 454-1300
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	Mr. Justin Garofano Chief Instructor/Owner of Tewksbury ATA Martial Arts Mr. Garofano, a 5th degree black belt, began his Taekwondo training in 1990 at the age of 10. He earned his first black belt by age 13 and won the New England sparring championships at age 15. Mr. Garofano has finished in the world top ten in sparring for the American Taekwondo Association in 1999, 2001 and 2002 and finished in the World Top ten for ATA Xtreme. He has also achieved number one in the state championships for traditional form, sparring and weapons from 2001 to present. From 1999-2000 Mr. Garofano was the ambassador to Korea for the American Taekwondo Association. He has also achieved the rank of a certified instructor in Krav Maga. Currently Mr. Garofano is working on achieving his 6th degree black belt in Taekwondo and has the ultimate goal of mastership.
	Mr. Robert J. Burke Chief Instructor/Owner of Chelmsford ATA Martial Arts Mr. Robert J. Burke started his Taekwondo training in January 1994. He has four years of military service from 1997-2001. He became a Tiny Tiger Certified Trainer in 1996, and S.H.A.R.P. (Sexual Harassment Assault and Rape Prevention) certified in 2006.
	Mr. James Carfagno Certified Instructor - Tewksbury Mr. Carfagno began his Taekwondo training at the age of 10, achieved his 1st degree black belt by age 13 and currently holds the rank of 3rd degree black belt. He has been an on staff instructor for the past 5 years and is currently working on earning his bachelors degree in Computer Science. His goal is to become a 4th degree black belt.
	Mrs. Debera Brown Certified Instructor - Tewksbury Mrs. Brown worked for ATA Martial Arts for over five years, is a certified third degree black belt instructor and holds an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. Her passion is helping students achieve the confidence and self esteem needed to help them succeed in every aspect of their lives. The Martial arts are a part of her family and her life. Her goal is to achieve sixth degree and become a Master Instructor.
	Ms. Lauren Melski Assistant Instructor - Tewksbury Ms. Lauren Melski began her Taekwondo training at the age of eleven, achieved her first degree black belt at the age of 13 and currently holds the rank of third degree black belt. Mrs. Melski's goals include becoming a certified instructor and achieving her 4th degree black belt.
	Mr. Brian St. Louis Assitant Instructor - Tewksbury Mr. St. Louis is a third degree black belt and a trainee instuctor, I have been in the martial arts since I was 8. I have also studied Judo, Kickboxing, and Aikido. My goals are to become a Master and a chief instructor/owner of my own ATA school.
	Mr. Rick DiCicco Certified Trainee Instructor - Chelmsford Mr. DiCicco began his training with the ATA in 2006. He currently holds the rand of 2nd degree black belt. He is a 2008 State Champion in forms and sparring, and a 2009 State Champion in forms, weapons, and sparring. He is currently working toward his 3rd degree. His goals are to become a Certified Instructor and school owner.
	Mr. Joe Condon Assistant Instructor - Tewksbury Mr. Condon began training at the age of 12 and achieved his 1st degree black belt by age 15. He is currently working on earning his bachelors degree in business administration and his goals are to attain his 3rd degree and become a certified Instructor.
	Ms. Emma King Assistant Instructor - Chelmsford Ms. King is a 2nd degree black belt an has won the state championship triple crown title for the years 2008 and 2009. Her goal is to become a certified instructor and a 3rd degree black belt.
	Mrs. Christine Kim Certified Trainee Instructor - Tewksbury Mrs. Kim began her training in 2001, after her 3 year old son began his training. She started in a blended style of Korean Kung Fu that included Judo, Taekwondo, Hopkido, Aikido, Bagwa Chung, and Ship Pal Gye. She also has trained in Chinese style Kung Fu and Wushu weapons. She is a 2nd degree black belt, and a Certified R.A.D. Instructor. She was a World Top 10 finalist in Traditional Weapons in 2008 and State Champion in Weapons in 2007 and in Forms, Weapons, Sparring and XMA Weapons in 2008. Her goal is to become a certified instructor and World Champion in Traditional Weapons.
	Mr. Brandon Roberge Assistant Instructor - Chelmsford Mr. Roberge is a 1st degree black belt. His goal is to become a certified instructor and a 2nd degree black belt.