The basic self-defense class was fun, and empowering. With no martial arts experience, I expected the class to be intimidating, but it wasn’t at all! The class was taught in a professional manner, but was also relaxed and fun. I was very comfortable working with Grand Master Spencer and his black belt students. They made sure we knew exactly what we were doing before we left the class with a new-found confidence. I took this class as a mom of two young children wanting to be able to defend myself or my children, but I would HIGHLY recommend this training for women of all ages. I will definitely take more classes at Brandt Tae Kwon Do in the (hopefully near) future.

~Tammy M.

We Love you all for all you do...

"I just wanted to share a great moment in our lives, as Brandt’s Association and Saint Cloud Center of TKD were as much a part of it as Deb and I. The other night Simon missed his team dinner for hockey. Three other kids couldn’t be there as well, all the players where given a small trophy for their participation. The Coach got up and gave a speech about his team and players that brought several parents to tears. He held one trophy in his hands and looked at the room full of players and parents and said...

“I want to talk about the player that belongs to this trophy. His name is Simon, and if I had one word to describe this little man, it would be GUTS. He joined hockey having never before skated and he played with most of you that have been in hockey for more than five years. Every time he fell, he got back up. Every time he was asked to do something, he did it. He stuck with a team of skaters that where better than he was and never quit. Not only did he not quit, but he contributed to the team in a way most of you can't understand right now. But some day when your older and life is getting you down and you think you can't make it, I want you to remember Simon. I want you to think about him and remember his courage, his spirit, remember his desire. He is what being a team player is all about. I will always remember this season as long as I live as the season a player taught me what it is to be strong. Simon is the Guts of this team.”

I read this as the Coach handed it to me coming off the ice tonight and could hardly contain myself. I sit here writing you, my friends, this e-mail in tears. I have never been so proud to be a father and a friend to such great people. You should be proud of your contribution to this moment in our lives. The day I walked into the GYM, Saint Cloud Center of TKD, Brandt’s Association, Mr. Rob walked to greet us and I whispered to Deb, 'this is the place for the kids.' I have never been more right about anything in my life. Thank you Mr. Rob, Ms. Dawn, Grand Master Cindy and most of all for what you created for all of us, thank you Grand Master Spencer.

Please feel free to share this as it would be an honor for us to let others know the positive impact Tae Kwon Do has had on our children."

~ Mr. Dave

Bemidji School of Tae Kwon Do performs great service

Bemidji Pioneer - 12/20/2006
I am writing as a parent of a mildly autistic child. Participating in extracurricular activities is hard for my child. We decided that since our child is 9, it is time he found a hobby outside the home. This not only allows him to develop independence, but also to work on social goals. After thinking about what options we had, we turned to Bemidji School of Tae Kwon Do. I contacted Master Spencer Brandt, and he encouraged us to try it.

The community needs to know what an exceptional place Bemidji School of Tae Kwon Do is. Not only has my son learned better manners, respect and sportsmanship, he has also learned to succeed, overcome his fears and try new things. I am overwhelmed with gratitude at the time and extra effort they have put in to help him succeed. We are very lucky to have such a wonderful organization in our community.

~ Lisa K., Bemidji, MN