Our Martial Arts Instructors

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Master Morris – Head Instructor

Education & Certifications:

• 7th Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo (Senior Master Certification)
• 4th Dan Black Belt in Tang Soo Do (Master Certification)
• Certified Children’s Instructor
• Cross-trained in Judo, Karate, Kung Fu, Jiu-Jitsu, Hapkido, Jeet Kune Do, Modern Arnis, and martial arts weaponry
• Recognized by the RCMP for self-defense instruction and community contributions
• Police Criminal Background Check

Martial Arts Background:

• Began martial arts training at age 8 with Judo under his father 
• Transitioned to Moo Duk Kwan Taekwondo after moving to New Brunswick at age 14
• Earned first black belt in 1992
• Over 30 years of teaching experience

Career Overview:

• Opened 1st martial arts school in Woodstock, NB in 1995
• Mentors to affiliated schools in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia
• Former Canadian Director – United Martial Arts Society (2005)
• Chairman – Canadian Technical Advisory Committee, World Hwa Rang Tang Soo Do Federation (2007)
• National Director for Canada – World Martial Arts Games Committee (2015–2017)
• Founding member – Martial Virtue Alliance, supporting cross-border collaboration and rank legitimacy

Commitment to Martial Arts:

• Lifelong martial artist dedicated to student development and community engagement
• Maintains strong ties with mentor Grand Master Michael Clark
• Passionate about the values and philosophy of Taekwondo as a guide through life
• Actively promotes growth, discipline, and leadership through martial arts

Master Morris exemplifies a lifelong dedication to martial arts, teaching, and leadership—guided by discipline, respect, and a passion for helping students succeed in and out of the dojang.

"Mrs. M" –  School Director

Education & Certifications:

• Master of Library and Information Science from the University of Western Ontario
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist
• NSPA Certified Program Design Specialist & Sports Nutrition Coach
• NASM Certified MMA Conditioning & Youth Exercise Specialist
• CPR and AED
• Police Criminal Background with Vulnerable Sector Check

Sports & Athletic Background:

• Lifelong athlete with experience in swimming, dance, and competitive gymnastics from age 5
• Competed across local, provincial, and international events, earning top honors

Career Overview:

• Former Adult Services Librarian at Calgary Public Library, where she designed programs and managed collections
• Co-Founded Summit Martial Arts in 2014, transitioning to full-time school management
• Develops all martial arts conditioning programs and oversees daily school operations

Commitment to Fitness & Education:

• Passionate about fitness, continually enhancing her expertise through courses and conferences
• Dedicated to student growth and maintains strong, lasting relationships with families and students

Mrs. Morris exemplifies a lifelong dedication to sports, education, and fitness, underscored by her unwavering commitment to continuous learning, community engagement, and promoting fitness and active living for a lifetime.  She is a passionate advocate for women in sports and a strong proponent of sport equity.