Grasshoppers Martial Arts

08/11/2025

Dear Grasshoppers Family,

It is with a very heavy heart that I write to share some personal news.

After 25 incredible years of teaching martial arts and building a community together, Grasshoppers Martial Arts will be closing its doors. This decision has not been made lightly.

As many of you know, this past year has brought immense personal challenges. Following a serious heart attack, increasing demands at work, and navigating a difficult divorce, I’ve had to take a hard look at what’s best for my health and my family. While martial arts and this community have been my life’s passion, right now, I need to step back in order to move forward.

That said, this is not the end — just a new chapter. While Grasshoppers as we’ve known it will be closing, I will continue offering specialized self-defense programming for students aged 10 and up. These will be shorter-term, focused modules designed to teach real-world skills, confidence, and empowerment — something I believe in now more than ever.

To all of our students past and present: thank you. From the smallest white belts to our toughest black belts, each of you has left a mark on this journey. I am incredibly proud of the legacy we’ve built together — one of discipline, respect, and heart.

Thank you for being part of this journey. I hope to see many of you again on the mats in our new chapter.

With deep gratitude,
Master Phil Power
Grasshoppers Martial Arts
25 Years Strong 🥋💚

01/29/2025

Good morning, everyone,

Due to the weather today, we will be closed for classes tonight. Stay safe and see you all on Monday, Feb 3rd.

06/27/2024

So proud of my daughter Miranda. I’m truly blessed with the best kids ever. Her hard work and determination in everything she does never ceases to amaze me.

Miranda was the Woodlawn High salutatorian and received several scholarships and awards today, most notably the WHS Leadership Medal, WHS’s most prestigious citizenship award, presented to a graduating student who has consistently demonstrated outstanding commitment, leadership, and citizenship over the past three years.

Love you to the moon and back.

Dad ♥️

06/21/2024

So proud of this guy. This big guy was crying, trying not to show it in front of everyone🤣. Student leadership award! Awarded for making a positive contribution to Caledonia and having a considerable impact on student life. The recipient of this award embodies the values and spirit of the Caledonia community and serves as a role model for all students.

06/19/2024

So proud of this not so little guy! It’s grade 9 prom and he’s going on a boat cruise.. looking rather dapper if I do say so myself. Love you like crazy son.

05/31/2024

Our TaeKwonDo father. Thank you sir 🙇 🙏🏻

Thank you Grandmaster Tae Eun Lee for 47 years of excellence. Your unique Moo Kwang Taekwondo program and philosophy continue to inspire us and strengthen our minds and bodies, enriching our lives and our community. 감사합니다 사부님 이태은

05/20/2024

Reminder that we are closed tonight for Victoria Day holiday. See you all on Wednesday.

02/14/2024

Good day,

Due to schools being closed Grasshoppers will unfortunately also be closed for tonight, Wednesday, February 14th. Also, just a reminder that Monday, February 19th we will be closed for the holiday. See everyone back on February 21st. Stay Safe & Happy Valentine’s Day!

02/05/2024

Sorry folks we are closed again today due to the weather and schools being closed. See you all Wednesday!

01/29/2024

Reminder that Grasshoppers is closed on school closure days. So we are closed today and tonight and will see you all on Wednesday January 31!

01/14/2024

So very true. Conquer within and you can conquer anything 😉