World Class Taekwondo
About Us
The benefits of Taekwondo are endless – from building self-defense skills, to prolonging your physical aptitude, to stabilizing your mental state. To put it simply, Taekwondo just makes life better!
Not convinced? Talk to our students. We are home to a long line of passionate and successful martial artists who have experienced firsthand how Taekwondo can not only impact your day-to-day life, but alter your future. At World Class Taekwondo, we provide our students with a well-rounded martial arts training that goes far beyond the doors of our dojang. After taking our classes, students often experience a boost in their grades, improvements in their performance in the office, healthier relationships at home, and – most importantly – a heightened sense of self-confidence. Se hablamos espanol!
World Class Taekwondo
Instructors
Here World Class Taekwondo, our staff is the secret to our student success. Each instructor has a rich background in martial arts and is eager to train the next generation of martial artists. Meet the team below!
Head Instructor
Mario G. Borrayo
El Maestro Mario G. Borrayo es un distinguido instructor de Taekwondo con más de 20 años de experiencia. Obtuvo sus cinturones negros hasta el 4° Dan bajo la tutela del Gran Maestro M.H. Kang, un instructor altamente estimado de Corea. Actualmente, posee el 5° Dan en USA Taekwondo. Fluido en inglés y español, el Maestro Mario está dedicado a preservar la rica herencia y los altos estándares del entrenamiento de Taekwondo. Ha guiado a numerosos estudiantes hasta sus cinturones negros y ha orientado a otros instructores locales en la obtención de sus certificaciones de cinturón negro. El Maestro Mario se desempeña como Instructor Principal en World Class Taekwondo, donde continúa empoderando a su comunidad a través de la educación en artes marciales.
Received all his black belts up to 4th Dan from Grand Master M.H. Kang, a highly esteemed and honorable instructor from Korea. He is 5th Dan in USA Taekwondo. Master Mario has over 20 years of experience instructing children. He has not only guided numerous of students to their black belts but has also mentored and certified other local instructors in their black belt achievements. Fluent in English and Spanish. He is dedicated to preserve the rich heritage and high standards of Taekwondo training.
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Founder
Mark Thibodeau
Mark Thibodeau
Founder of World Class Taekwondo and a distinguished 7th Dan Black Belt certified by Kukkiwon. With a background as a former Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force, where he served six years as a 1T2 Pararescue specialist, he brings a wealth of discipline, dedication, and expertise to his taekwondo practice. His extensive experience and commitment to martial arts excellence continue to inspire and shape the next generation of practitioners.
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Instructor
Neil
Neil is a world-class Taekwondo instructor with a rich background in both teaching and tournaments. He began his taekwondo journey early, receiving his first black belt at the of 10 and has since been perfecting his skills, winning gold medals in poomsae (forms) at both local and national tournaments. He excels in preparing students’ individual needs for belt testing and helping them master their skills. Neil also teaches martial arts acrobatics for advanced students. Bringing a dynamic and engaging approach to his instruction. In addition to his Taekwondo expertise, Neil tutors at KUMON. His dedication and versatility ensures that every student has fun but effectively learns traditional KUKKIWON Taekwondo.
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Instructor
Suresh Young Lalla
Suresh is a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo and a 1st Degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate. With a decade of Karate training in New York and 15 years of Taekwondo practice in Florida, he has developed a deep expertise in both disciplines. Passionate about sharing his knowledge, Suresh volunteers as a Taekwondo instructor for special needs children at Central Florida Dreamplex in Clermont. He enjoys training alongside his daughter, a 2nd Degree Black Belt, and his son, a 1st Degree Black Belt, fostering a strong family tradition in martial arts.
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What Our Students Are Saying
The teacher master mark is very dedicated to teaching his students and I have seen a lot of improvement with my kids. The kids that go there are very friendly and this made my kid have good habits at home or anywhere we may go. I really suggest this school!
Freddy M.
Mother
Sabumnim Mark is an excellent teacher. My kids loved the experience. And I enjoyed being able to participate with them. It was great working towards the goal of reaching the next belt with my daughters. Can’t recommend this enough!!!
Michael S.
Parent
World Class Taekwondo has been such a great experience for our son. He absolutely loves going to classes and WC has great rates for unlimited classes. Our son is looking forward to continuing to belt up under the leadership of Master Mark.
Rachel M.
Student
The best Korean Martial Arts/ Taekwondo school in Central Florida. Certified Master Instructor. I had a wonderful time while attending this school and I have been to many Taekwondo schools throughout the country. Master Mark is a wonderful instructor with attention to detail. He really wants the student to succeed. A safe and clean environment for all. Learn: self-defense, life skills, punching, kicking, and fighting/sparring.
Cy S.
Student
Master Mark and his wife Mrs. Elaine are very nice people and they care about the kids! The program is wonderful and the classmates are friendly and respectful. Master Mark is always teaching and supervising the training. My kids feel in their second home. Thank you Master Mark!
Joa J.
Parent
Such a wonderful family atmosphere. Master Mark is such a great teacher and knows exactly how to make the kids relax and have fun. You see many parents training along side their children which really shows you how close the people who go there are.
Kris J.
Parent