WHAT IS TAEKWONDO?

Taekwondo is a popular martial art practiced all over the world for its many health benefits, self-defense applications, and sporting opportunities. "Tae" represents the hand, "Kwon" represents the foot, and "Do" represents a committed manner of life. Despite its rapid growth and popularity, taekwondo remains best summarized by the 5 Tenets, which have guided practitioners for generations, and provide a foundation for the lessons: Courtesy, Integrity, Self-Control, Perseverance, and Indomitable Spirit. It is the mission of Vancouver Taekwondo Academy to maintain these traditions, so students can pursue a personal journey of self-discovery and accomplishment.

Who is the instructor?

William Scott Browning:  Most Vancouver Taekwondo Academy (VTA) classes are taught by the owner and chief instructor. Mr. Browning has over 35 years of experience with taekwondo.  He has decades of success as a competitor and coach both in the Americas and Europe! In 1988, Mr. Browning took his first opportunity to teach in the Vancouver Public School District intramural program. Since then he has been assisting students of all ages and skill levels to transcend their boundaries, and redefine their potential.

Bob Maves:  VTA is honored to have former US Poomsae National Team Coach Bob Maves provide a weekly training session designed for shifting paradigms and maximizing natural abilities.

What makes vancouver taekwondo academy different?

• Classes at all skill levels are taught by the owner and chief instructor.
• We have flexible class schedules, with both large and energetic open classes as well as small and intimate skill-level-centric classes.
• Family atmosphere! Many of our students have been involved in the VTA program for over ten years.  Many successful VTA youth have grown up to place their children in the VTA program.
• Optimal Student-to-Teacher ratio.
• Accredited Nationally (USA-Taekwondo) and Internationally (World Taekwondo)