Monarch Martial Arts Academy
The Instructors
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The Instructors

Owners/Chief Instructors:

Masters Tim and Cathlene Cook

• Over 11 Years Martial Arts Experience
• Kukkiwon Certifications Seoul, Korea
• Certified Black Belt Instructors in good standing: ICHF & ITA
• Experience teaching children and teens with ADD, ADHD, & Autism
• Charter Members of the International Combat Hapkido Federation
• Charter Members of the Independent Taekwondo Association
• Members of the Martial Arts Teachers Association
• Current Criminal Clearances, State and Federal
• Unique abilities to focus on each individual student
• Continually update their own training and level of education to bring their students the best in Martial Arts training
• Endless patience and a deep belief in ALL their students!
• Inducted into the Would Karate Hall of Fame as Instructors of the Year-Taekwondo & Combat Hapkido 2010
• Provide Self Defense Seminars for Women & Children

Trained Under:

• Master Jason Landaas, Owner/Chief Instructor-Self Defense America: Asheville, North Carolina. Master Landaas is who we accredit with allowing us to grow as Instructors for the many years we were under his watchful eye. Master Landaas is a two time inductee into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame as Master Instructor of the year among other impressive achievements. You can learn more about him at: www.ashevillekarate.com.
• Grandmaster John Pellegrini, Founder of the International Combat Hapkido Federation and the Independent Taekwondo Association. Grandmaster Pellegrini serves as an inspiration to us and we are proud to be Instructing under his organizations, allowing us to continue to reach our own goals as Instructors and Martial Artists. You can read more about Grandmaster Pellegrini’s many achievements by going to: www.dsihq.com.
• Master Julius Melegrito, Founder of Philippine Martial Arts Alliance & Philippine Combatives System. We have had the honor of training under Master Melegrito several times and continue to be impressed with his movement and techniques used during his stick and knife seminars. We look forward to continuing to learn from Master Melegrito in the future! To learn more about Master Mellegrito and the Philippine Martial Arts Alliance go to: http://www.pmaa.info/about.asp.
• Master David Rivas, ICHF Founder & Director-Ground Survival Program
• Master Mark Gridley, ICHF Founder & Director-Anatomical Targeting Strategies Program (Pressure Points)

Leadership Team Members:

Our Leadership Members consist of positive, energetic, patient people that enjoy what they learn and take pride in their own training as well as assisting with the training of other students. Their Indomitable Spirit is a true example of what can be accomplished if you never give up!

• Mrs. Skinner-Instructor Trainee
  Mrs. Skinner is a 1st degree Black Belt with over 3 years of experience in the Martial Arts and has been with our school since we opened in March 2007. She demonstrates a positive can do attitude in all she does and has a never ending appetite to learn more and to help others. She is a patient, kind, and compassionate person who always has a smile for everyone. Her Indomitable Spirit shines and is apparent to all who meet her. The children look up to her and she is an inspiration to all the students!

Junior Leadership Team Members:

Our Junior Leadership Team consists of children ages 9 and up that continually  demonstrate positive behavior while in classes, at home, and at school. They serve as wonderful examples of what Martial Arts can do for children! They proudly follow each of the Tenets of Taekwondo and will be wonderful future leaders!

• Mr. Alex
  1st degree Black Belt with over 6 years experience & growth in the Martial Arts. He is always demonstrating confidence and never allows himself or those he teaches to give up! His inner strength continues to serve as an inspiration to both children and adults! He also excels in school and is well known for his compassion and belief in others. When not training in class, Alex enjoys skateboarding, football, and being with his family.
• Ms. Sarah
  1st degree Black Belt with over 3 years experience in the Martial Arts. She always has a smile on her face and a kind word for those she assists in learning and her patience both within herself and for others makes her a wonderful young role model! Sarah also excels in school as well!
• Ms. Kieryn
  Ms. Kieryn has been training in Taekwondo for over 2 years and is working hard on becoming a Black Belt. She demonstrates a clear understanding of the techniques applied and has the ability to help others understand in a positive and supportive manner. She works hard at all she does and is a strong and compassionate role model inside the school and out. When not in class she can most likely be found writing (she is a published author!), sleeping, or swing dancing.
• Ms. Brynna
  Ms. Brynna has over 2 years of training in Taekwondo and continually demonstrates a "can do" attitude that spreads to others and inspires them to be their best. She is a true example of someone who enjoys taking what they learn themselves in classes and applying it to help teach others. The students see Brynna as we do as a positive role model who always strives to be her best. When not training she enjoys drawing (very talented artist!), reading, and being a part of Taekwondo.
• Mr. P.J.
  Mr. P.J. has been training in Taekwondo for 2 years and from the time he joined our school it was apparent that he held a talent for the Martial Arts. On top of his talent he demonstrated a never give up, respectful, and positive attitude. He has the ability to lend his energy to others and to lead them to do their best. He attacks any task given with a great balance of skill and fun.
• Mr. Pete
  Mr. Pete is the newest member to our junior leadership team and has been training in Taekwondo for over 2 years. He demonstrates a positive and respectful attitude and his focus is apparent to everyone around him. He is unafraid to ask questions when needed and truly listens and applies what he learns to himself first and then to others. He continues to serve as a great role model in class and out.