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MARTIAL ARTS FOR & KIDS

Build a skill set that is essential to success in all areas of life. See what Kang Do Won Martial Arts for adults and kids can help you accomplish!

The martial art, “Kang Do,” as taught at the Kang Do Won transforms average people into extraordinary individuals. This transformation occurs because of the educational focus we put on positive personal growth, healthy character development, and behavioral modification.
AT THE KANG DO WON, YOU LEARN TO FIGHT SO THAT YOU DON’T HAVE TO. Our students learn the following:
How to deal with/defend against bullies
How to identify dangerous environments
How to improve work ethic and academics
How to be more assertive and confident
How to build inner strength to reject peer pressure
How to improve health and athletic skills
How to develop self-esteem and courage

How to deal with/defend against bullies

How to identify dangerous environments
How to improve work ethic and academics
How to be more assertive and confident
How to build inner strength to reject peer pressure
How to improve health and athletic skills
How to develop self-esteem and courage

THE 16 PRINCIPLES

Grand Master Lewis is one of the few masters who has written and published an educational text for his students. His unique, traditional method of teaching nurtures the development of all the attributes listed in The 16 Principles of the Kang Do Won for all Kang Do Won students.

The following 16 principles are recited by all students before every class:

1

Shim-Shin-Soo-Ree-Un

To train the mind and body

2

In-Eh

Patience

3

Guk-Gee

Discipline

4

Jung-Shin-Tong-Il

Concentration

5

Gee-Um Sun

Modesty

6

Jon Gee-On

Respect

7

Shin Nee-Um

Confidence

8

Mook Nee-Um

Meditation

9

Yong-Gee

Courage

10

Jung Oo-Ee

Justice

11

Pee-Yung Hwa

Peace

12

Sung-Lee

Victory

13

Mee-Yung Yeh

Honor

14

Shin-Yong

Trust

15

Choong-Sung

Loyalty

16

Don Gee-Il

I trust you, respect you, & will help you.

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Grand Master Lewis created the traditional martial art “Kang Do,” which when translated, means “inner strength way.” We believe that martial arts is a way of life that inspires total human growth and development, not destruction.

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Opening Hours

  • Monday-Friday : 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Saturday : 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
  • Sunday : Closed

Kang Do Won Institute

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Grand Master Lewis created the traditional martial art “Kang Do,” which when translated, means “inner strength way.” We believe that martial arts is a way of life that inspires total human growth and development, not destruction.

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Opening Hours

  • Monday-Friday : 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Saturday : 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
  • Sunday : Closed

Kang Do Won Institute

Designed and Developed by Techy Agency

Richard J. Lewis

Grand Master Teacher

  • 8th Dan Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do
  • 4th Dan Black Belt in Sun Do
  • 3rd Dan Black Belt in Bong-Sool
  • Born 1950
  • Began Training 1964
  • Husband of Master Teacher Judeth M. Lewis
  • Father of Senior Master Teacher Gary M. Hotchkiss Junior Master Teacher Elizabeth M. Cintron
  • Cleveland Karate Hall of Fame 1986
  • Grand Master of the Year 2000 E.U.S.A.M.A.A. Hall of Fame
  • Pinnacle of Success Award 2001 E.U.S.A.M.A.A. Hall of Fame
  • Founder and Grand Master of the Kang Do Won
  • Creator of ‘Kang Do’
  • President and Grand Master of D. H. Choi’s Moo Do Won/USA
  • Creator of the ‘Strive to Survive’ Self-Defense and Assault Prevention Seminar
  • Founder of the American Warrior Traditional Martial Arts Tournament
  • Retired July 1, 2015

Other Interests:

  • Construction, Home Remodeling, Counseling, Writing,
  • Martial Arts Tournament Management, Electronics,
  • Science Fiction, Sports, Billiards, Shooting,
  • Motorcycling, Website Construction & Management,
  • and Vehicle Customization.

Judeth M. Lewis

Senior Master Teacher
  • 7th Dan Black Belt
  • Nickname... ‘Eagle’
  • Born 1958
  • Began Training 1989
  • KDW Student of the Year 1993
  • Wife of Grand Master Richard J. Lewis
  • Mother of Senior Master Teacher Gary M. Hotchkiss Junior Master Teacher Elizabeth M. Cintron
  • Registered Nurse since 1980
  • 14 years in Critical Care Nursing
  • 14 years in Home Health Care Nursing
  • Specialty in Intravenous Therapy
  • BCLS, ACLS, PALS Certified
  • CAPA
  • CPAN
  • S.A.N.E. Trained
  • Attended Ursuline College
  • Graduate of St. Alexis School of Nursing
  • Manager and Head Coach of ‘Kang Do Warriors’ Competition and Demonstration Team
  • Instructor of the ‘Strive to Survive’ Self-Defense & Assault Prevention Seminar

Other Interests:

  • Art, Calligraphy, Sports, Shooting, Interior Decorating,
  • Gardening, Motorcycling, Movies, Writing, and
  • Cooking.

Elizabeth M. Maurer

Master Teacher
  • 6th Dan Black Belt
  • Nickname... ‘Queenie’
  • Born 1984
  • Began Training 1989
  • KDW Student of the Year 1999
  • Daughter of Grand Master & Master Lewis
  • Sister of Senior Master Teacher Gary M. Hotchkiss
  • Finance & Accounting Service Auditor
  • Associate of Arts Lakeland Community College
  • B.S. Accounting Bowling Green State University
  • Coach and Player on the ‘Kang Do Warriors’ Competition and Demonstration Team

Other Interests:

  • Sports, Paintballing, Movies, and Triathlons.

Rosemarie Teresi

Junior Master Teacher
  • 5th Dan Black Belt
  • Nickname... ‘Dragon Lady’
  • Began Training 1996
  • KDW Student of the Year 1999
  • Graduate from Cosmetology School
  • Chairman & Judge for many Nail Competitions
  • 1st Place in State of Ohio for Acrylic Nails
  • Teaches Acrylic Nails
  • Hair & Nail Salon Owner since 1971

Other Interests:

  • Gardening, Interior Decorating, Baking/Cooking,
  • Fashion, Dancing, Biking, and Walking.

John Kingston

Probationary Junior Master Teacher
  • 4th Dan Black Belt
  • Nickname... ‘Goose’
  • Born 1965
  • Began Training 2005
  • KDW Student of the Year 2006
  • ASQ (American Society for Quality) Certified Mechanical Inspector
  • Certified Quality Engineer/Technician

Other Interests:

  • Music, Theater, Theatrical Lighting, Reading, Camping ,
  • Bicycling, and Home Brewing.

Mary Wyrzykowski

Senior Instructor
  • 3rd Dan Black Belt
  • Nickname... ‘Zap’
  • Born 1996
  • Began Training 2006
  • KDW Student of the Year 2010

Other Interests:

  • Fuzzy Animals, Swimming, Crafts, Video Games,
  • Movies, and Drawing.

Lacee Beringer

Senior Instructor
  • 3rd Dan Black Belt
  • Nickname… ‘Munchkin’
  • Born 2004
  • Began Training 2011
  • KDW Student of the Year 2015

Other Interests:

  • Volleyball, Track, Baseball, Camping, Bike
  • Riding, Volunteering, and Being with Family & Friends.

Cameron Knott

Instructor
  • 3nd Dan Black Belt
  • Nickname... ‘Gremlin’
  • Born 1994
  • Began Training 1998
  • Police Officer
  • Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Mercyhurst University
  • Mercyhurst Baseball Team
  • College World Series Participant

Other Interests:

  • Baseball, Criminology, Movies, and Game of Thrones.

Maria Zinner

Instructor
  • 2nd Dan Black Belt
  • Nickname... ‘Tadpole’
  • Born 1964
  • Began Training 1992

Other Interests:

  • Horseback riding.

Jayson Nagy

Poom Instructor
  • 2nd Poom Black Belt
  • Nickname... ‘Grasshopper’
  • Born 20
  • Began Training 2009
  • KDW Student of the Year 2012
  • Member of the ‘Kang Do Warriors’ Competition and Demonstration Team

Other Interests:

  • Academics, Basketball, Video
  • Games, Programming, School, and Family.

IN MEMORIUM

Passed Away Tuesday, June 16, 2015. You Will Never Be Forgotten!

Maureen A. Soeder

Probationary Junior Master Teacher
  • 4th Dan Black Belt
  • Nickname... ‘Silk’
  • Born 1963
  • Began Training 1998
  • KDW Student of the Year 2002
  • College English Teacher... Cleveland State University Lakeland Community College
  • B.S. English... Cleveland State University
  • Masters Degree in English... Cleveland State University
  • Freelance Writer
  • Former Drug Education Officer... Lake County Narcotics Agency
  • Instructor of Kang Do Won Junior Self-Defense Program

Other Interests:

  • Sports, Reading, Traveling, and Motorcycling.