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  • All ATA taekwondo instructors are graduates of a three-year intensive internship.
  • All ATA instructors are nationally certified.
  • We have excellent student/instructor ratios.
  • Ongoing private help is available to all students.
  • All teaching methods and course development are derived from over 30 years of national research from over 900 association schools.
  • Our teaching curriculum is based on the concepts of "positive mental attitude" and "high goal setting".
  • Through the ATA sponsored program of advanced training, our instructors are continuously upgrading their instructional skills.

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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 Burke, Chief Instructor

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.

Mrs. Debera Brown, Program Director

Mrs. Debera Brown


Certified Instructor - Tewksbury

Mrs. Brown has worked for ATA Martial Arts for over five years, 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.

Mr. James Carfagno, Assistant Instructor

Mr. James Carfagno


Certified Specialty 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 4 years and his goals are to become a certified instructor and 4th degree black belt.

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. 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.

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