AITA Taekwon-Do Kariong

22/05/2026

🥋 Master Amanda Morrison | Founder & International Instructor, AITA
From a passionate 12-year-old beginner to a newly pinned 7th Dan Master, my martial arts journey has been defined by dedication, community, and the pursuit of excellence.
My training began in 1992 in Umina, setting off a lifelong path in Taekwon-Do. Under the guidance of Master Steven Cheah, I earned my 1st Dan in 1995, 2nd Dan in 1997, and 3rd Dan in 2000. Seeking a global standard for my students, I aligned my school with the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) in 2002, proudly founding the Australian Independent Taekwon-Do Academy (AITA).
Over the decades, I have been privileged to learn from and grade under some of the ultimate pioneers of Taekwon-Do:
2004: Graded for 4th Dan International Instructor.
2012: Achieved 5th Dan under ITF Pioneer Grand Master Rhee Ki Ha.
2016: Promoted to 6th Dan in Connecticut, USA, under pioneer Grand Master Hwang Kwang Sung (Unified ITF).
2026: Achieved the prestigious rank of Masters 7th Dan Black Belt under Grand Master Michael Daher in Sydney.
Beyond the Do-Jang, I have proudly represented Australia on the world stage, competing against the absolute best across the globe:
🏆 World Championship Honours:
🥈 2013 (Greece): Silver in Power Breaking
🥈🥉 2015 (Australia): Silver in 4th-6th Dan Patterns, Bronze in Team Events
🥇🥇 2015 (London): Gold in Female Power Breaking, 4x Gold in Team Events
🥇🥈 2017 (Argentina): Gold in Female Power Breaking, Silver in Team Events
🥈🥈 2019 (Melbourne): Silver in 4th-6th Dan Patterns, Silver in Team Events
Today, my greatest passion is giving back. Through AITA and specialized training programs, I am dedicated to empowering the next generation of martial artists, fostering confidence, and sharing the true tenets of ITF Taekwon-Do with our community.

21/04/2026

🥋 Kicking Off a New Term at AITA Taekwon-Do! 🥋
We are back in action and ready to hit the mats! Classes officially resume this week, and we couldn't be more excited to see our returning students and welcome some fresh faces to the Dojang.

Whether you're looking to build confidence, get active, or learn awesome new skills, there is no better time to start your journey than right now!

🌟 Why Join Our 6-Week Challenge?

Learn Cool Moves: Master the basics of Taekwon-Do.

Build Confidence: Grow stronger inside and out.

Make New Friends: Join a supportive and fun community.

Earn Awesome Rewards: Track your progress and crush your goals!

📍 Where & When?

Start Date: Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026

Location: Kariong Hall – 2 Dandaloo St, Kariong

📩 How to Register:

Spaces fill up fast, so make sure to secure your spot today!

Sign up online: www.aitatkd.com.au

Call us: 0403 175 983

Tag a friend who needs to try this! Let’s make this the best term yet. See you at the hall! 👊✨

13/04/2026

Good morning all,

This is the information regarding the upcoming promotional test in a couple of weeks.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.

Regards,
Sahyun Morrison

AITA Promotional Test has been confirmed.
Saturday 2nd May 2026
Kariong Hall
10am start
Full DoBok and belt required

Parents and spectators welcome to come along and support students participating.

Members eligible will receive their ready to grade information within the next week via email with all relevant information. Also invoices will be sent out as well.

If you have any questions please contact your instructor.

08/04/2026

Hi everyone, just a reminder classes are closed over the school holidays. Please enjoy your break and we look forward to seeing you soon.

03/04/2026

🥋 6 Week Taekwon-Do Challenge – Start Your Journey! 🥋

Are you ready to build confidence, improve fitness, and learn real self-defence skills?

Our 6 Week Taekwon-Do Challenge is the perfect way for beginners to step onto the mats and experience the benefits of martial arts in a supportive and motivating environment.

✅ No experience needed
✅ Build strength, flexibility & coordination
✅ Learn practical self-defence
✅ Boost confidence & discipline
✅ Train with experienced, supportive instructors

Whether it’s for yourself or your child, this challenge is designed to help you see real progress in just 6 weeks.

📅 Limited spots available – don’t miss out! Enrol now for next term!
📩 Message us now to secure your place and take the first step on your Taekwon-Do journey.
⏰ Beginners class- 5pm Wednesday afternoons
💵 $69 - Includes 6 weeks training, 1st year registration, syllabus booklet and a FREE uniform.

Start strong. Stay consistent. Finish proud. 💪

Building confidence, discipline & resilience through Taekwon-Do since 2018. 🥋
Proudly serving the Kariong community with classes for kids, teens & adults.

12/03/2026

In Taekwon-Do, blocking is one of the most important foundations of training. A strong block doesn’t just stop an opponent’s technique—it protects the body, controls distance, and creates the opportunity to respond effectively.

Practising blocks improves timing, coordination, and awareness while reinforcing an important martial arts principle: defence comes before attack.

Strong blocking builds confident, disciplined martial artists. 🥋

19/02/2026

Working on timing and coordination in Taekwon-Do isn’t just about moving fast — it’s about moving right.

In Taekwon-Do, power comes from precision.
Hands and feet must work together.
Breath must match movement.
Mind must stay one step ahead.

Timing teaches patience.
Coordination builds control.
Both create confident, capable martial artists.

Slow it down.
Break it apart.
Then bring it together with purpose.

That’s how we improve. 👊

18/02/2026

🥋 NEW CLASS TIMES: Kariong & Ettalong 🥋
Big news, AITA family! To give our students more focused training and better development, we are updating our class schedules at both Kariong and Ettalong.

Check out the new sessions below:

📍 Kariong (Wednesdays)
Kick-Start: 5:00pm – 5:45pm

Intermediate: 5:45pm – 7:00pm

📍 Ettalong (Tuesdays)
Kick-Start: 5:00pm – 5:45pm

Intermediate: 5:45pm – 7:00pm

Leadership: 7:00pm – 7:30pm

🕒 We’re Keeping it Flexible!
We know life gets busy, so we’re making this transition easy for you:

Colored Belts: If the new times don't quite fit, you can still attend during the old class times.

Families: If these changes split your kids into different sessions, just pick the one class time that works best for your schedule so you can all train at once!

Got questions? Drop a comment below or chat with us at your next session. See you on the mats! 👊

17/02/2026

A fitness class is a group of strangers in a room. A Dojang is a hierarchy of mutual respect. Higher belts mentor lower belts, and there is a shared accountability that keeps you coming back long after the "New Year's resolution" energy has faded.

16/02/2026

It’s not just a physical workout—it’s a brain workout. 🧠

Ever tried to do a complex "In-In-Out-Out" pattern on an agility ladder at full speed? It takes intense focus and coordination. At the AITA, we use ladder drills to help our younger students improve their spatial awareness and concentration. It’s the perfect way to burn off energy while teaching the discipline required for complex Taekwon-Do patterns (Tul).

Does your child need a fun way to build focus? Comment "LADDER" to learn about our youth programs!