Empowering Lives Through Martial Arts
United Schools of Martial Arts (USMA) is a martial arts organisation based in Melbourne, Australia. We are proudly affiliated with the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF Union) and practice the traditional art of Taekwon-Do as founded by the Korean General Choi Hong Hi. Established in 1993, USMA Taekwondo has been a leading provider of martial arts education in Melbourne for over 25 years.
Our Services
At USMA Taekwondo, we offer a range of services designed to meet the needs of our students, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Our services include:
- Taekwondo classes for all ages and skill levels
- International accreditation by the International Taekwondo Federation (ITF)
- Gradings by an ITF-accredited international instructor/examiner
- Seminars and workshops
- Tournaments: local, national and overseas
- Training and development for instructors
- Direct Debit arrangements for the payment of tuition fees
Junior Classes
USMA Taekwondo has a specially-designed program aimed at encouraging health and fitness as a way of life. Our youngest students are exposed to a challenging yet supportive environment through which they are able to have fun while developing discipline, confidence and resilience. Through our program, pee-wee students are raised through the ranking system of their own colour belts, which prepares them for the full Chang Hong Style of ITF Taekwondo which they, in turn, experience when they are ready to move into the more advanced, combined class level.
Combined and Adult Classes
USMA Taekwondo provides combined classes throughout the week that are ideal for family members wishing to get fit and learn self-defence together. The classes are designed to suit the needs of older children, teenagers and adults alike, and are suitable for those with an intermediate proficiency level. In this setting, our members are exposed to a supportive training regime through which they are able to have fun, gain confidence, build up self-defence skills and train with a diverse range of people.
Black Belt Classes
Black Belt lessons are advanced classes created exclusively for senior ranking students who train at a highly competitive level. These sessions are run by invitation only and are specifically tailored for those who hold the ranking of Black Belt (1st Degree and above). Our senior students regularly compete in local, state and international competitions, and it is in these classes they hone their skills in sparring, patterns, power breaking and special technique. For those with expert proficiency in Taekwondo, the technical aspects of our martial art are refined here and remain the key focus of Black Belt training.
International Affiliation
USMA Taekwondo is a member of the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF Union), which is the largest Taekwon-Do organisation in the world. Our affiliation with the ITF Union provides our students with access to a wide range of resources, including international training camps, tournaments, and seminars.
Overall Satisfaction
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with both authors giving the highest rating of 5 stars. The tone is upbeat and enthusiastic, suggesting a high level of satisfaction with the Taekwondo training school.
Lessons and Coaching
The lessons are described as "very good", with the instructor, Master Cariotis, praised for his ability to work effectively with children. It is clear that the school provides a supportive and engaging environment for students of all ages.
Student Satisfaction
Both authors have positive comments about their child's experience at the school, with one author stating that their son is "very happy". This suggests that the school is meeting the needs of its students and providing a positive experience for them.
