Kicking for Carteret Kids
This
year's Kick-a-Thon was a success! Students performed 97,799 kicks
during our Kicking for Carteret Kids event on March 4 and raised $2,730
for the Nature School and scholarship programs at Camp Albemarle. Thank you students, families and our sponsors: Rise Radiantly with Martha, Cox Family Ice Cream, Pita Plate, Clarkspoon, Carteret County Speedway, Debbie Fisher-Mary Kay, Making Memories Photography by Amy Montuori, and Chick-fil-A Morehead City.
The
prize winners for 1st to reach 5,000 kicks (or most kicks), in their
age category were: Matthew B. (4-6), Landon T. (7-10), Dylan L.
(11-15), Cameron T. (20-39), Mark L. (40+).
With tired legs, a tie
was negotiated between the three with the most kicks. Pearce O, Dylan L,
and Laurel H. each performed 11,111 kicks.
Valentine’s Classes
Valentine's Classes were a big hit! It was a great time to share class with loved ones and make some special memories together.
Parent’s Date Night
Students played games, watched a movie and enjoyed pizza and ice cream at our Valentine's Parent's Night Out event.
Power Breaking Seminar
Some
of our students had the opportunity to learn Power Breaking tips and
techniques from World Champion and World Record Holder Parker Moody at
our seminar. It was so awesome to see these students challenge
themselves as they all set new personal records with breaks. Hearing
their classmates and the spectators cheer them on made for a very
positive and uplifting experience!
Christmas Cheer Classes
Students spreading some joy during our Christmas Cheer Class by wearing their favorite shirt and accessories to class.
First Board Break
Some of our new students breaking their first board.
Halloween Fun
Halloween week was full of fun! Students enjoyed wearing their favorite accessories to our Glow Classes while learning self-defense in low-light situations. Children and adults alike wore their favorite costume to class in our Annual Costume Class.
Congratulations New Black Belts
Congratulations new Black Belts. You all did an excellent job and
the 94th Black Belt Exam! 3rd Degree Black Belt: Erin C. and Laurel H.
1st Degree Black Belt: Kylie D, Caleb F, Lorelei L, Ethan P, Myla S
Harry Potter Camp
Magic and more during our week-long Harry Potter Camp.
News Story about Parker Moody
Spectrum News report about World Breaking Champion Parker Moody from the Wilson, NC
branch. This month, he won another World Championship and set a world
record live on ESPN. Way to go Parker!
Father’s Day Classes
Dads earned a camo belt while creating lots of memories during our Father's Day Classes.
Minecraft Masters Camp
Students had a great time with many surprises during our Minecraft Masters Camp.
Summer Kick-off Fun Night
Our "Summer Kick-Off Fun Night" event was a great way to end the school year and head into the warmer months with our friends!
Mother’s Day Classes
Our
martial artists invited their mothers and grandmothers to come enjoy our
annual Mother's Day classes. At the end of class, students presented
them with a pink belt.
93rd Black Belt Exam
Congratulations new Black Belts! Sixteen students from our school
earned new degrees at Grandmaster Dong's 93rd Black Belt Exam. 3rd Degree Black Belt: Cameron Tydings, Lucas Wilson 2nd Degree Black Belt: Nick Herrle, Noah Kirby, Rob Wilson 1st Degree Black Belt: Kim
Carter, Luca Colwell, Savannah Gentry, Anna Keske, Mason Meroff, Sean
Montanez, Angelina Oliver, Terri Oliver, Alexandra Robinson, Shawn
Robinson, Cameron Turner
St. Patrick’s Day Classes
Students enjoyed celebrating St. Patrick's Day with us!
Welcome Instuctor Ale’
We
would like to welcome Alexandra Cox to our team. Alé, a second degree
black belt, has been training with us for six years. She has received
several letters of recognition and appreciation from Grandmaster for her
contributions to the martial arts and her community. The oldest of
three sisters, Alé also enjoys cooking, volunteering at church and
community events and is looking forward to being part of the team!
Karate-thon for Children’s Hospital
Students
had a great time at our Karate-thon on November 6 to benefit the
Children's Hospital Foundation. They earned points for forms, sparring,
board breaking, and knowledge questions. Our event was held in
conjunction with other events at schools teaching Grandmaster Dong's
system. It is amazing what we can do together! Grandmaster's
instructors were happy to present a check to the Children's Hospital
Foundation for $74,697 raised at this year's events.
Star Wars Camp August 2021 - We finished off our summer with a Camp set in a Galaxy Far, Far Away! There were galactic visitors, arts and crafts and themed martial arts lessons. May the Force Be With You this school year!
Social at Carteret County Speedway
We had a great time with friends and family last weekend at the Carteret Speedway.
Kick-a-Thon Benefits Local Kids
March 20, 2021 - Our Kick-a-Thon to benefit the Carteret Partnership for Children raised $6,123. Students performed 131,807 kicks during the event with 7,777 kicks being the most performed by one student. We know that this money will go a long way to benefitting children in our community!
Visit the Partnership’s website at www.carteretkids.org for more information about all the wonderful things they do.
Welcome Instructor Gabriel We are excited to announce that we have added a new Instructor to our team. Gabriel has been taking martial arts with us since he was 6 years old and is now a 3rd Degree Black Belt. During his free time he enjoys playing lacrosse and beach volleyball.
Over 1,000 Virtual Private Lessons during COVID Our awesome team has taught more than 1,000 virtual private classes in addition to Live classes, and educational videos since the stay-at-home-order. Thank you to our members and staff for keeping some normalcy during this time.
Students recieve Black Belts during Ceremony
We are proud of our students earning black belts during the ceremony Saturday evening. Congratulations!
3rd Degree - Gabriel Necaise
2nd Degree - Rachel Jacob, Morgan Price, Kayleigh Snowe, Kendal Snowe
1st Degree - Emily Bell, Allen Cayton, Allyson Foley, Evan Easton, Hayden Cox, Martha Massaad, Tate Cole
Morehead City Insructors Earn Awards
Instructors of Grandmaster Dong's Martial Arts in Morehead City, NC
received recognition at the World Martial Arts Grandmasters Federation
ceremony in Manassas, VA. Grandmasters from around the world attended
the weekend event.
Chamber Expo
We enjoyed being a part of this year’s Chmaber of Commerce Expo at the Morehead City Civic Center.
Helicopter Egg Drop & Spring Festival
We were proud to sponor the helicopter egg drop at this year’s Spring Festival at Camp Albemarle. Families enjoyed a variety of activities, games, food, vendors, a toddler egg hunt and the helicopter egg drop.
Master Henry training with Grandmaster
Master Henry and Master Highfill practicing a hand drill we learn in class while Grandmaster Dong watches. Master Henry attends classes monthly with Grandmaster Dong.
Instructor reads to Children at local Library
Master Shannon had a great time doing two presentations at the
Down East Library (@carteretpublib) this morning! Libraries Rock has
been the theme for their Summer Reading program and this group
definitely rocked at learning some beginner martial arts. They also got
to hear “Ninja Red Riding Hood” by Corey Rosen Schwartz.
Instructor visits kids at County Library
We enjoyed sharing the benefits of the martial arts with the Book Ends reading group at the Western Carteret Public Library.
Demo team performs at Sports Expo
Our demo team perform at the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Expo at the Civic Center. This was their first performance as the 2018 team. Great group!
Owners/Instructors featured on Coastal Living Magazine cover
March 13, 2018 - Masters Philip and Shannon Henry, along with their three children, were featured on the cover of Coastal Living magazine, March 2018.
Dancing With Our Stars
We enjoyed being a part of the Dancing With Our Stars event again this year. It was a great
night with friends, watching the dancers and raising money for local
children through Carteret Smart Start.
Master Henry and daughter, Laurel, where among the judges this year.
Our school's own, Arlene Baker and George Craft opened the event with a
routine that mixed dance and martial arts (knives) and raised over
$5,000 for local hildren programs.
Voted 2017 Best Martial Arts School
Grandmaster Dong was awarded the 2017 Best Martial Arts School award by the US Taekwondo & Martial Arts Grandmasters Federation. Pictured below is Master Phillip Henry, Shannon Henry and Grandmaster Dong.
Beaufort Farmers Market
We had a great day at the Olde Beaufort Farmer’s Market on August 5. Some of our demo team member performed throughout the day and enjoyed some local shopping too.
Safe Kids Class
Student in our Safe Kids Class learned about how to stay safe at home, on the go and in the cloud.
Morehead City Demo Team at local Wrestling Event
Student’s from the Morehead City Demo Team perform at the Premier Wrestling Federation event at the Boys and Girls Club. Master Grr, the school’s mascot, showed off his moves during the mascot dance-off.
Morehead City school wins Spirit Award
The 2016-17 School Spirit award was awarded to Grandmaster Dong’s Martial Arts of Morehead City during the Children’s Hospital Charity Tournament on June 3.
Watch a video review of the event.
Excel Learning Center Field Trip
Students from Excel elarning Center in Morehead City visited our school for a field trip on May 16.
Run/Walk for Autism We are proud to sponsor the Autism Society of the Crystal Coast's 7th Annual Run/Walk in Beaufort held on May 13.
For more information about the Autism Society of North Carolina, visit www.autismsocietync.org.
Field Trip for Parks & Rec
We enjoyed having children from the Carteret County Parks & Recreation - Ft. Benjamin join us for martial arts this afternoon during their Spring Break Camp.
Tax Day Bag Bash
Adults and guests took part in our annual Tax Day Bag Bash to get out some of those frustrations at tax time. The 30 minute workout surely did just that!
Light It Up Blue" for Autism Awareness Month
Dancing With Our Stars 2017
Master Henry and Laurel's performed in the Dancing With Our Stars fundraising event hosted by the Carteret County Partnership for Children’s. All proceeds benefit local, early childhood education prgrams. Laurel performed theatrical ballet while Master Henry performed a compilation of 3 martial arts forms. They won the event overall by raising the most money, nearly $12,000, and also won the Audience Choice Award.
View the video or album on Facebook.
Grandmaster Dong inducted into Hall of Fame
Grandmaster Dong was inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame on
December 3. He received the award for his "Technical Advancement" of
the martial arts. The event was hosted by the US Taekwondo & Martial Arts Grandmasters Federation. Other Grandmasters receiving the Hall of Fame awards
at the Washington, D.C. banquet were: Grandmaster Jhoon Rhee, Grandmaster Myung Hak Kang, Grandmaster Chun-jae Park PHD, Grandmaster Eunggil Choi, Grandmaster Tiger Yang. View the Facebook album or watch the video below.
Self-Defense at Duke University Marine Lab
Master Henry and Instructor Shannon taught a self-defense class to under-grads at Duke Marine Lab on February 13. Along with the physical techniques, they discussed how to stay safe at home, away, and in the cloud. Students also got to break their fisrt board.
Field Trip for Partnership for Children
Our school hosted 2 field trips for the Carteret County Partnership for Children on Tuesday, January 24. After the kids learned some fun martial arts moves, Instructor Shannon read them the book The Three Ninja Pigs.
Having a little fun with a Mannequin Challenge
Students and guests participated in the Mannaquin Challenge between classes on Thursday, November 17. The goal was to have everyone freeze in place at the same time while taking the video.
Grandmaster releases new book
Grandmaster Dong has a new book! The result of a ten year process, Martial Arts Mastery: Evolution of Training, contains more than 700 pages and over 1,700 pictures. The e-book is now available at Amazon.com
Project Super Hero
We are proud to sponsor this inspiring project - Project Super Hero of Eastern NC - and help promote their encouraging message to our local community as they give back to the hearts and imaginations of our young people. See a news clip from WCTI - Channel 12
Self-defense Seminar for Chick-fil-A
Staff members of the Chick-fil-A in Morehead City joined us for a self-defense seminar on July 12. After learning some techniques, they learned to break a board.
Girl Scouts Get a Kick Out of Safety Seminar
Carteret County Girl Scouts enjoyed self-defense seminars on Saturday, May 11. Five age-specific classes were offered for Girl Scouts ranging in age from 5 to 16. Subjects included situational awareness, stranger, telephone, Internet safety and bully prevention, as well as dating safety for the older girls. The Girl Scouts received both lecture and hands-on application of safety techniques. Each of the girls also received a custom badge for the completion of their class. Read official press release
Instructor Elected to CCPC Board
Instructor Shannon Henry was elected to the Board of Directors for the Carteret County Partnership for Children. The Partnership "is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to serving children from birth through age 5. The programs are funded by local donors The Carteret Community Foundation and Smart Start. The Partnership provides or funds "many programs that promote Smart Start's mission of helping all children in NC enter school healthy, motivated and ready to succeed."
Ms. Henry also serves on the Board of Directors for Shape Carteret, a non-profit whose mission is "To build a better community by promoting healthy eating and active living.” For more information , visit www.carteretkids.org
College Scholarship Awarded
Congratulations to Lindsey B. of Beaufort for being awarded our $500 Vision, Value, Victory scholarship to Carteret Community College. Lindsey, a wife and mother of one, is returning to college to earn her degree in cosmetology, something she has wanted to do since graduating high school. We wish her great success in reaching her goals. Read official press release Letter from Lindsey and College
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Grandmaster Dong's Martial Arts
5270-A Hwy 70 West - Morehead City, NC 28557
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