In the wild and wonderful world of New Hampshire, a land of endless forests, majestic mountains, shimmering lakes, and frosty winters, a group of extraordinary kids known as the "Taekwondo Tornadoes" train in the ancient martial art of Taekwondo. These kids are as diverse as New Hampshire's seasons, each one unique, yet united by their shared passion. The leader of this karate-chopping, high-kicking crew is none other than Tommy 'Twister' Thompson. With a mop of curly hair as wild as the White Mountain National Forest and a spirit as fiery as the sunsets over Lake Winnipesaukee, Twister is as New Hampshire as maple syrup and moose sightings. He can split a stack of boards as easily as splitting logs for a winter fire. He's so quick on his feet, he could outrun a racing chipmunk on Mt. Washington. And when he belts out a 'Kihap!' (that's a Taekwondo yell), even the Old Man of the Mountain would have clapped his rocky hands in approval... if he still had hands, of course. Yet, the Taekwondo Tornadoes aren't just about flying fists and twirling kicks. Oh no, these Granite State kids know that Taekwondo is about discipline, respect, and helping others. They shovel snow for elderly neighbors, they pick up litter in the forests, and they even host an annual pancake flip-off to raise money for local charities. So, if you ever find yourself in New Hampshire, listen for the sound of a 'Kihap!' echoing through the trees. It just might be the Taekwondo Tornadoes, showing that the spirit of New Hampshire is not just in the landscape, but in the hearts of its kids too.
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At Tokyo Joe’s Studios of Self Defense in Hooksett, NH, we are proud to offer programs in multiple disciplines, including Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, and Mixed Martial Arts. Founded by Edward Carr in 2000, we have grown to become a premier Martial Arts School in New England. Our kids, teens, and adult Karate program has a lineage rooted in Shaolin Kempo Karate and is operated under the Tokyo Joe’s System of Self Defense. Meanwhile, our MMA program began under the guidance of UFC Hall of Fame legend Pat Miletich, operating under the Miletich Fighting Systems banner. Since 2011, our BJJ and MMA program is now proud to be a part of the New England powerhouse, Team Link, owned by 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt Marco Alvan. At Tokyo Joe’s Studios of Self Defense, we offer a range of martial arts for kids, teens, and adults. Our instructors are passionate about helping students reach their potential in martial arts. With a variety of disciplines to choose from, we are confident that we have something for everyone. Our classes are designed to provide an environment where our students can learn the basics of self-defense, have fun, and make progress in their martial arts journey.
Parents in Hooksett, NH now have the opportunity to enroll their kids in Tokyo Joe’s Studios of Self Defense, where they can learn the ancient art of Shaolin Kempo Karate. Established in 2000, Tokyo Joe’s has grown to become one of the premier Martial Arts schools in New England, offering Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing and Mixed Martial Arts. The Mixed Martial Arts program is taught by UFC Hall of Fame legend Pat Miletich and operates under the Miletich Fighting Systems banner. In 2011, the BJJ and MMA programs were proud to become part of the New England powerhouse Team Link, owned by 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt Marco Alvan. At Tokyo Joe’s, children and adults alike can benefit from the expertise and instruction of experienced professionals and bring their martial arts skills to the next level. With a variety of disciplines to choose from, parents can be sure their children are learning valuable self defense techniques in a safe and secure environment.
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