Meet Master Mary
Master Mary’s style of teaching has proven effective in reducing outbursts, improving focus, self-esteem and reducing the risks associated with childhood obesity.
Since its inception Master Mary’s Taekwondo based program has expanded to be inclusive of children with a wider range of physical and developmental disorders including: A.D.H.D., Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), temporary and permanent hearing loss, Tourette Syndrome (TS) and Spina Bifida. Master Mary regularly updates programming to suit the needs of incoming students and welcomes inquiries from prospective families looking for programming for a child with special needs.
Master Mary Smith is a certified martial art instructor, and a 6th Degree Black Belt, who has been teaching students for more than 45 years.
She specializes in providing distinctively designed programs for children in various stages of development. Class sizes are kept at a minimum to ensure quality instruction. She classifies her business not as a commercial martial arts school, but a ministry.
Master Mary has worked with The Madison County School System for over 17 years in an effort to continue her mission of working with children who have special needs. She was honored as the 2014-2015 Madison County Schools Elementary Support Professional of the Year.