Once upon a time, in the quaint, charming state of Connecticut, also known as the Nutmeg State, there lived a group of extraordinary kids with uncanny powers. These weren't your everyday, run-of-the-mill children. No siree, they were the daring, nimble-footed heroes of Taekwondo town! The state, with its picturesque beaches, marvelous museums, and historic landmarks, was a perfect backdrop for their thrilling escapades. Our story's hero was a witty and energetic chipmunk named Chippy the Chip-kwon-do, who was an honorary member of the Taekwondo town club. Chippy had a cheeky sense of humor and an infectious laugh that made everyone giggle. He was known far and wide for his love of acorns, his shiny fur that matched the autumnal colors of Connecticut, and his impressive Taekwondo skills. These kids, along with Chippy, spent their days practicing high flying kicks, perfecting their poomsae forms, and breaking wooden boards that were tougher than a batch of grandma’s overcooked cookies. Yet, they always found time for fun. After all, what's the point of being a kid if you can't have a dash of mischief, right? During the day, things were normal, well almost. They went to school, did their chores, and perhaps stirred up a touch of playful trouble. But as the sun set, casting long shadows on the Connecticut landscape, these kids transformed into the Taekwondo titans, saving their town from boredom with their epic Taekwondo skills and Chippy's nutty humor.
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
Grand Master David Turgeon and his wife Judy have been a part of the Colchester, Connecticut community for the past 35 years, owning and running the Connecticut Chung Do Kwan Academy together. Over the years they have enjoyed watching their two sons become black belts and their daughter excel in dance! As an 8th Dan Grand Master Instructor, Grand Master Turgeon has been studying Taekwondo for over 45 years and has had the pleasure of teaching and passing knowledge on to over 2,000 students! Daniel Turgeon, their eldest son, started Taekwondo when he was just 4 years old and went on to become the youngest student at the school to test for his black belt at 8 years old. He now assists with Monday and Wednesday classes at the academy, passing on the same knowledge that his father has been teaching for decades.