{"id":273,"date":"2026-04-01T13:28:49","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T13:28:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crossroadsvt.com\/taekwondo\/?page_id=273"},"modified":"2026-04-23T20:24:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T20:24:22","slug":"our-school","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/crossroadsvt.com\/taekwondo\/","title":{"rendered":"Our School"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Welcome to Crossroads Taekwondo<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Unlock Your Potential with Martial Arts<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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In a world of ever increasing technology and screen time, its easy to forget what's really important. \nDiscover a path of fitness, disipline, and self defense. \n
\nOur programs cater to ages 6 and up and skill levels.<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Crossroads Taekwondo is based on discipline and respect. It builds physical strength, coordination, and discipline in children while giving them tools to develop confidence, focus, and self-control that carry into every area of their lives.<\/p>

For adults, it offers a full-body workout that improves fitness and stress relief, while also building mental resilience and a sense of personal achievement at any age or skill level.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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\n\t\n\t\t\tOur Story\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOur school is more than a place to learn kicks, blocks, and patterns\u2014it is a place where family, discipline, and lifelong growth come together. Taekwondo has shaped our lives both inside the dojang and beyond it, and we are honored to share that journey with our students and community.

Our school is led by Mark Churchill, a 3rd Dan black belt who retired from the Military. Mark\u2019s Taekwondo journey began under Grand Master Richard Dion, whose instruction laid the foundation for a lifetime of training and teaching. Over the years, Mark has operated multiple schools and shared Taekwondo with students from many walks of life.

During his time in the United States Marine Corps, Mark continued both training and teaching. He instructed students in Orange County, California and further developed his martial arts skills while stationed in Okinawa, Japan, one of the world\u2019s most historic centers of martial arts training. Most recently, Mark has continued his development under Master Adam Shedrick and Grand Master Guy Laplant.

Alongside him is Tina Churchill, a 1st Dan black belt who also proudly retired from the Military. Tina earned her black belt in 2024 and continues to train and teach with dedication and heart. Outside the dojang, she works at Fairfield Center School, where she brings the same values of respect, perseverance, and encouragement to the students she works with every day.
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Taekwondo is truly a family tradition for us. Our son Karson Churchill and daughter Ayvah Churchill are both High Red Belts and are currently on track to earn their black belts this year. They have grown up in the dojang and represent the next generation of dedication, leadership, and martial arts spirit.

As a family-operated school, we believe Taekwondo is not just a sport or activity\u2014it is a way of life. The lessons of courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit guide everything we do. Our goal is to help students of all ages grow stronger, more confident, and more disciplined both on and off the mat.

Whether you are stepping onto the mat for the first time or continuing your martial arts journey, we welcome you to become part of our Taekwondo family.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Our Values<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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At our school, Taekwondo is far more than kicking and punching. It is a way of life. Rooted in the teachings of the founder of taekwondo, General Choi Hong-Hi, our training is built upon the Five Tenets of Taekwondo:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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These values guide everything we do inside the dojang and shape the way our students live outside of it. Taekwon-Do is not something we simply practice for an hour in class\u2014it is something we strive to live every day.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Left To Right: Mr. John Bouchard, Mr. David Graves, Mr. Mark Churchill, Mrs. Tina Churchill, Mr. Kyle Conger, Mrs. Heather Graves<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n

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Meet Our Instructors<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Get to know the talented individuals who guide our courses and share their expertise. Years of experience teach us patience, focus, and the traditional practices of Taekwondo.<\/p>\n

Mr. Mark Churchill and Mrs. Tina Churchill founded Crossroads Taekwondo in 2024.  With over 40 years of martial arts and teaching experience, they are focused on leading an inspiring and energetic experience for their students.<\/p>\n

Several other experienced black belts have joined our team since, and our community continues to grow.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAt Crossroads Taekwondo, every program is built around the same foundation \u2014 developing strong character, physical confidence, and the discipline that carries students forward in every area of life.

We believe that Taekwondo is for everyone. Whether your child is six years old and stepping onto the mat for the very first time, a teenager ready to refine their skills and take on greater challenges, or an adult looking to build strength, flexibility, and mental clarity \u2014 there is a place for you here.

In other words, our programs are not one-size-fits-all. Each class is structured around the specific developmental needs of the age group, with experienced instruction, a welcoming community, and a curriculum that grows with every student.

Classes meet twice a week \u2014 Tuesday and Thursday \u2014 with dedicated time slots for each program so every student trains alongside peers at their own level.

As a result, you get a focused, effective experience from your very first class to your black belt and beyond.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

\n\t\n\t\t\tOur Current Programs:

- Class 1 - Ages 6-10\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\n\t\t\tThe Northern Tier - Taekwondo Federation\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGrandmaster LaPlant
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMaster Adam Shedrick
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