Testimonials.

Here's what people are saying about us...

My son has enjoyed getting fit and exercising without complaint. He has so much fun and has grown emotionally throughout this journey. They have great Birthday celebrations here and it's an excellent way to entertain and wear out a bunch of boys that are going to sleepover at your home.

Shauna Taulbee

It's hard to really put into words what this place has meant to my nephew and my family. My sister and I raise her kids as a team, without a strong male role model. It can be a little more challenging for the two of us, to raise him to be the man he has the potential to be. What Master Chewning and his amazing team of instructors have done in the past year both for my nephew's journey to a black belt, as well as for his journey through life, has been a God send.

What they're helping us to do, is not only give my nephew confidence, skills, and goals, but they're also helping us instill values that have made him a better adjusted child, and will one day add to making him a better man. A man of strength, good character, and a man of faith.

At the belt ceremony last night, after all was said and done I watched the families gather and talk and it felt like being at a big family dinner; love, encouragement and smiles all around. I turn to the back, and see all of the kids and instructors helping to move chairs and put the floor mats back in place...not one announcement to do so, they saw others working and joined in to help.

They are not only teaching him martial arts skills, but life skills that will forever make him a better person.

It takes a village, and we have found a village here. One with love, kindness, discipline, faith and a sense of community that I have not seen often enough.

This is what sets Master Chewning and his entire team apart from other facilities. I felt like I was with family, and I have so much faith that this is the right path for us, and for so many others.

Ashley Lawson

We are so thankful for Master Chewning and all the instructors that give of their time and talents to invest in our children. This business is so much more than that. Chewning’s Get Raw Martial Arts is a place where your child grows not only as a martial artist, but as a person. They help to develop and foster values and integrity in your child to better equip them for the struggles they may face later in life. We highly recommend this school!       

Rebecca Robinson Weaver      

Words can't truly express how proud we are of our kiddos and how grateful we are that Brian Chewning's Taekwondo is now part of our family's life. When it comes to Brian Chewning and Carrisa Chewning, all I can say is that I think God hides the wings of angels so we don't freak out when we meet them. These people are nothing short of inspirational!!! If anyone is seeking an activity for their kids that builds strength, stamina, skill, character, perseverance and RESPECT or are in search of a new resource for mental and physical health, fitness and, yes, fun for themselves, come check out Brian Chewning's Taekwondo!!

Laura Wathen Clements

A TESTIMONIAL ABOUT KURT STENZEL IS BELOW FROM HIS DAUGHTER ABOUT HIS PERSEVERANCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENT IN ACHIEVING RANK OF 6TH DEGREE MASTER:

"A few weeks ago, my family drove up to Ohio to watch my dad, and it was super special. Growing up, my mom & dad drove to almost every single track meet I had and I finally got the chance to watch and cheer him on for a change. It was awesome.  He was testing out for his 6th degree black belt in Taekwondo.  HE PASSED.  It was so special to be able to watch and be present for something he worked so hard for, and more than earned.  I was so nervous for him and proud at the same time (an interesting parallel!). Then when it got to the ceremony, and all the master instructors had signed off on his award, my dad then gave a speech, and it will stay with me forever -

He said his journey has taken him 18 years to get to this point - EIGHTEEN YEARS.  He is 65 years old, and he started Taekwondo with my brother when he was 47.  And for eighteen years, he has gone to classes every single week, and taught classes every single week, and taught classes to students as a Senior Instructor every single week.  And that WORK, that EFFORT, that FORWARD MOMENTUM, all led him to where he wanted to be.  He finished with saying it's never too late, ever.  It all starts with a single step.  If he can do it, then anyone in that auditorium can too.

My dad was diagnosed with diabetes in his early 30s, and he could have used it as a crutch (which everyone would understand), but used it as his motivation instead.  And in his moment, his honor, his celebration - he took the time to encourage others to also take their own first steps too. I am a very proud kid.

I encourage anyone to be like Kurt.  Take your first steps.  It is never too late.  Imperfect consistency over time is always, ALWAYS better than an "all or nothing" approach.  And always look to encourage others along the way too."