DELORES JOHNSON
Status:
Certified Advanced Instructor
Training Circle:
Kinaadman Tribe
Location:
Upper Marlboro, MD
Focus Areas:
• High-Performance Training
• Technical Mastery in Instruction
• Mentorship Across Generations
• Clear Communication
• Wisdom in Practice
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Training Journey:
• With more than 30 years in martial arts, Delores’s journey reflects both achievement and growth. She holds a 5th degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and represented the United States on Junior and Senior National Teams, competing in three U.S. Olympic Festivals and two World Championships.
• Her path later brought her to Filipino Martial Arts, where she earned advanced instructor rank in Pekiti Tirsia Kali. While her competitive years were marked by intensity and discipline, today she teaches with wisdom and perspective, focusing on clarity, mentorship, and the deeper lessons martial arts can offer.
Teaching Philosophy:
• Delores believes martial arts is a lifelong path. She communicates with patience and precision, guiding students to grow not only in skill but in character. Her approach emphasizes wisdom, respect, and the understanding that every student’s journey is unique.
Community Contribution:
• She has coached athletes and continues to mentor martial artists across generations. She is one of the most enduring pillars of our community and the longest‑standing member whose presence has shaped its growth from the beginning. With a wealth of knowledge, she offers perspective, wisdom, and guidance that connect past achievements to future possibilities. Her role is not only as a teacher, but as a living link to the history and spirit of our martial arts family.
IN-PERSON CLASS SCHEDULE
THURSDAY 7:00-8:30 pm ET
WHY JOIN A TRAINING CIRCLE?
When you join a training circle, you’re not just signing up for classes.. you’re becoming part of a living ecosystem of training and mentorship. Each study group is led by its instructor, but all are connected through the guidance and collaboration of a master instructor. That means you gain the benefits of personal attention within your group, while also belonging to a larger extended family of practitioners.
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AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP
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Train with instructors and candidates who are actively refining their craft, guided every step by a master instructor.
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COMMUNITY-DRIVEN GROWTH
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Progress in a supportive environment where learning is shared, not imposed, but direction remains clear.
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DIVERSE INFLUENCES
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Benefit from our method plus insights drawn from the broader martial arts pool, enriching your practice.
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STRUCTURED MENTORSHIP
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Your instructor has direct access to guidance and feedback, ensuring classes stay sharp, energized, and true to the art.
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