
About Us
At Merritt’s Ultimate Taekwon-Do, our mission is to empower every student through authentic Taekwon-Do, strong coaching, positive mentorship and a commitment to personal excellence
Our Mission
To build strong, confident, disciplined, and compassionate individuals who lead by example and show respect, courage, and integrity in all areas of life.
Our Goal
To inspire students to pursue excellence — physically, mentally, and emotionally — while fostering a lifelong love for learning and martial arts.
Our Values
Empowerment | Fun | Respect | Discipline | Growth | Resilience
We teach Taekwon-Do not only as a martial art,
but as a way to develop:
Leadership
Confidence
Accountability
Empathy
Pride in effort
Positive character
Why We Love Taekwon-Do
Taekwon-Do is powerful, technical, and inspiring —
but even more importantly, it shapes who we become.
It gives students the belief that they can do hard things, try again when they fall and confidently take space in the world with kindness and strength.
Meet The Team

Master Brandi Merritt (BFA)
MUTKD Technical Director
7th Degree Black Belt, International Instructor & Examiner

Mr. Christopher Nguyen (CD Constable -Taber Police Service
Lieutenant-Canadian Armed Forces, RCACS, Youth Advocate)
MUTKD Bully-Proofing & Youth Leadership Coach
Program Lead for Character & Emotional Resilience Development

Shannon Brooks
MUTKD Experience Coordinator
Helping every family feel confident, informed & supported

Mr. Jim Moore
Instructor 5Th Degree

Mr. Mark Harding (B. Ed, M. Ed.)
Assistant Instructor 2nd Degree

Ms. Abby Abela (PCP)
Little Bunnies Lead Instructor
1st Degree
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Ms. Jenny Holowiski (B.Ed)
Little Bunnies Instructor

Ms. Abby Brooks
Assistant Instructor
1st Degree

Mr. Ethan Brooks
Assistant Instructor
1st Degree
MUTKD Black Belts

Ms. Gracen Holowiski
3rd Dan

Ms. Jocelyn Planger
3rd Dan

Mr. Brennan Abela
2nd Degree
AITFC Umpire Committee Member
Proud Members


