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Head Instructor Mr. Joe Kelly, 4th Dan Kyuki-Do
Head Instructor Mr. Tyler Kelly, 2nd Dan Kyuki-Do
Instructor Mrs Mallory Ware, 2nd Dan Kyuki-Do
Instructor Mr. Jason Angell, Ist Dan Kyuki-Do
Instructor Mr. Kimball Hewitt, 1st Dan Kyuki-Do
Instructor Mr. Ty Hatfield, 3rd Dan Hapkido/3rd Dan Jujitsu
Head Master Royal West
Respect for other people
HUMILIY
Recognizing one's own shortcomings and realizing that no matter what a person's accomplishments may be, they are small next to the wonders of nature
INTEGRITY
A sense of wholeness, having a true life by adhering to one's principles no matter what
PERSERVERANCE
Maintaining one’s path and goals even in the face of adversity
SELF CONTROL
Mental and physical command, Being able to remain calm and collected under any stress
INDOMITABLE SPIRIT AND WILL
Knowing that if you are traveling a true path and have faith in what you are doing, that you will achieve your goals
Martial Arts
Welcome to Maple Mountain Martial Arts located in Spanish Fork, Utah. Our Head Instructor is Mr. Joe Kelly 4th Dan. Mr. Kelly has over twenty years experience in coaching and teaching young people and adults. Our studio is about being a better martial artist and person.
101 North Main Street - Spanish Fork UT 84660 - (801) 794-3181
101 North Main Street - Spanish Fork UT 84660 - (801) 794-3181
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About Us:
Our school has been in operation since 1997 and serves students in the south Utah County area. The school's head instructor is Mr. Joe Kelly, a 4th Dan in the art of Kyuki-do. Mr. Kelly has over 25 years of coaching, fitness, and teaching experience. Mr. Brad Monson, also a 4th Dan, teaches at the school. Several other black belt instructors are affiliated with our school. Our martial arts school exists to provide individuals and families with the opportunity to grow and learn martial arts skills together. Our classes will increase your physical strength, teach you practical self-defense skills and give you plenty of extra energy.
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Points of Pride
- Member Of The International Original Taekwon-do Federation
- Member Of The Black Belt Schools International
- Member Of The Martial Arts Teachers Association
- In Business Since 1997
- Our Studio Is A Black Belt School
- Our Studio has raised over $12,000 for local schools and charities over the past several years
"Make A Difference" Kick-A-Thon
Maple Mountain students have raised close to $12,000 in the past five years to make a difference in the lives of their public school classmates. This positive event helps our students realize how each of us can make a difference in the lives of others "one kick" at a time.
Demonstrations
Students increase martial arts skills and build self confidence as they perform for community, school, and church events.
Competitions
Several tournaments throughout the year provide students with the opportunity to put their skills to the test against others of their same age and ability level.
Little Ninjas
Our Little Ninjas program is for children ages 5-7. This program is a great entry level program that emphasizes basic martial art and self defense skills, focus, discipline, respect, control, and knowledge. These skills are taught in the format of games and activities that young children enjoy. Student to instructor ratio is kept at a rate of at least five to one.
Mr. Joe Kelly
Head Instructor Mr. Joe Kelly, 4th Dan Kyuki-Do
Mr. Tyler Kelly
Head Instructor Mr. Tyler Kelly, 2nd Dan Kyuki-Do
Mrs Mallory Ware
Instructor Mrs Mallory Ware, 2nd Dan Kyuki-Do
Mr. Jason Angell
Instructor Mr. Jason Angell, Ist Dan Kyuki-Do
Mr. Kimball Hewitt
Instructor Mr. Kimball Hewitt, 1st Dan Kyuki-Do
Our Newest Instructor
Mr. Ty Hatfield has wrestled for 37 years, 25 years of Ju-Jitsu and 2 time High School State Champ, National champ greco and freestyle, High School All-American Wrestling 1986, 3rd dan Hapkido, 3rd dan AKF Ju-Jitsu, 1st dan American Black Lion Kenpo, 1st dan Salt Lake Judo club Judo, and 1st dan Kaesung Hapkido.
Mr. Ty Hatfield
Instructor Mr. Ty Hatfield, 3rd Dan Hapkido/3rd Dan Jujitsu
Head Master Royal West
Head Master Royal West
Head Master Royal West
Head Master Royal West (pictured in center above) is currently the Vice President of the American Kyuki-Do Federation. Master West was one of Grand Master Kim’s first students. Master West has been involved in martial arts for well over thirty years. He has personally trained hundreds of students to the rank of black belt. During his martial arts career, Master West has owned many different martial art schools. Master West also is a physical therapist. Master West is very genuine in caring about people. He is very concerned about student learning and growth. He is one of the greatest instructors in the AKF. Master West is an 8th Dan in Taekwondo, a 7th Dan in Kyuki-D0 and a 1st Dan in Judo.
What is Kyuki-do?
Kyuki-do is a Korean word that translated means "spark or explosion." This means that techniques executed are done with great power and intensity. Often a Kyuki-do technique is accompanied by a Ki-Hap. Translated, Ki-Hap means energy yell. Ki means energy and Hap means to come together.Ki is viewed by Koreans as our life force or energy. When we Ki-Hap we are drawing on that energy. A Ki-Hap gives more power and force to our techniques and our art. In addition, we Ki-Hap to startle our opponents and add greater focus to our techniques. A Ki-Hap is basically a primal yell or scream. What to yell or say in a Ki-Hap is up to personal interpretation as long as it is intense.Kyuki-do is a Korean martial art developed by Grandmaster Ok Hung Kim. Master Kim is a 9th degree black belt in Kyuki-do and Tae Kwon Do, an 8th degree black belt in Judo, and also holds black belts in Hapkido and Karate.Master Kim came to the United States in the 1970s after graduating from the prestigious Yudo College in Korea. After coming to the United States, Master Kim began developing the art of Kyuki-do. Master Kim's idea was to integrate the techniques of Tae Kwon do, Judo, Hapkido, Wrestling, and Jujitsu into one fighting art.In 1979 Master Kim and others formed the "American Kyuki-do Federation." This federation has now grown to be an international federation with over 100,000 members worldwide. The federation is registered and recognized by the Korean Yudo College (Korean National Martial Arts College.)The art of Kyudi-do is a traditional martial art. We emphasize individual character and development of the individual and not on sport competition. Grandmaster Kim has said "the ultimate aim of Kyuki-do lies neither in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants."
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Tenets of Kyuki-do
COURTESY
Respect for other people
HUMILIY
Recognizing one's own shortcomings and realizing that no matter what a person's accomplishments may be, they are small next to the wonders of nature
INTEGRITY
A sense of wholeness, having a true life by adhering to one's principles no matter what
PERSERVERANCE
Maintaining one’s path and goals even in the face of adversity
SELF CONTROL
Mental and physical command, Being able to remain calm and collected under any stress
INDOMITABLE SPIRIT AND WILL
Knowing that if you are traveling a true path and have faith in what you are doing, that you will achieve your goals
Student Pledges
1. I shall respect my instructor and all senior ranks.
2. I shall conduct myself in a respectful manner.
3. I shall respect the teachings of Kyuki-do and never misuse them.
4. I shall always respect the rights of others.
5. I shall strive for peace and camaraderie in the world.
2. I shall conduct myself in a respectful manner.
3. I shall respect the teachings of Kyuki-do and never misuse them.
4. I shall always respect the rights of others.
5. I shall strive for peace and camaraderie in the world.
Testimonials
"I first became involved in martial arts because of fears and vulnerabilities I have. Kyuki-do has empowered me to know that I can be in control of both my body and mind, that if needed I can get myself out of a sticky situation. I am grateful for this mind / body education and I look forward to continue learning."
– Elizabeth Bass, Adult Student, Green Belt
"It is hard to do Kyuki-do, but you get used to it. It's all about discipline and defense. When you do it, you focus your mind, body, eyes. That means you focus everything."
– Rachel Kaluau, Aged 10, Senior Yellow Belt
"Martial arts has made my life better. I have gotten in shape and it has helped me with football, wrestling, and grades. It has helped me with flexibility, power, concentration and all around lifestyle."
– Tom Cloward, Aged 16, Brown Belt
"Kyuki-do is extremely fun. Being a part of the federation is a privilege and I really enjoy it. I plan on doing it the rest of my life and becoming a 9th degree black belt."
– Dallin Cope, Aged 16, Senior Green Belt
"Six years to brown has been fun now at red going to black its harder and it means a lot more. The further I get the harder it gets. The harder I work the more it means to me."
– Tanner Hadley, Aged 14, Black Belt Candidate
"I took Tae Kwon Do in college and earned my green belt. I really enjoyed it but after leaving school I did not keep up with it. Now I've enrolled three of my kids here at Maple Mountain Martial Arts and I attend with them. We love it and besides learning self defense, I see their self confidence growing. We have outstanding program here."
– Kimball Hewett, Adult Student
– Elizabeth Bass, Adult Student, Green Belt
"It is hard to do Kyuki-do, but you get used to it. It's all about discipline and defense. When you do it, you focus your mind, body, eyes. That means you focus everything."
– Rachel Kaluau, Aged 10, Senior Yellow Belt
"Martial arts has made my life better. I have gotten in shape and it has helped me with football, wrestling, and grades. It has helped me with flexibility, power, concentration and all around lifestyle."
– Tom Cloward, Aged 16, Brown Belt
"Kyuki-do is extremely fun. Being a part of the federation is a privilege and I really enjoy it. I plan on doing it the rest of my life and becoming a 9th degree black belt."
– Dallin Cope, Aged 16, Senior Green Belt
"Six years to brown has been fun now at red going to black its harder and it means a lot more. The further I get the harder it gets. The harder I work the more it means to me."
– Tanner Hadley, Aged 14, Black Belt Candidate
"I took Tae Kwon Do in college and earned my green belt. I really enjoyed it but after leaving school I did not keep up with it. Now I've enrolled three of my kids here at Maple Mountain Martial Arts and I attend with them. We love it and besides learning self defense, I see their self confidence growing. We have outstanding program here."
– Kimball Hewett, Adult Student
"The ultimate goal of Kyuki-do lies neither in victory, nor in defeat,
but in the perfection of the character of its participants."
- Grand Master Ok Hyung Kim -
but in the perfection of the character of its participants."
- Grand Master Ok Hyung Kim -