Head Master - John McDowell
In addition to his duties as the Head Master at the Korean Martial Arts
Institute, he assists Grand Master Benko in conducting seminars
and advanced
training sessions for black belts who come to
International TaeKwon-Do Association
World Training Headquarters, in Lapeer, Michigan.
Rank:
5th Dan - Tae Kwon Do,
2nd Dan - Hapkido,
1st Dan - Korean Swordsmanship.
Work:
7th Grade Life Science Teacher at Marlette Middle School.
Head Instructor at the KMAI. Assistant Director of the ITA
Interest and Activities:
Canoeing, Skiing, Tae Kwon Do, Reading, and Innovative Problem Solving.
Quote:
"Smooth seas do not make good sailors." African Proverb.
Master - David J. McDowell
In addition to his duties as an instructor at the Korean Martial Arts
Institute, he assists Grand Master Benko in conducting seminars
and advanced
training sessions for black belts who come to
International TaeKwon-Do Association
World Training Headquarters, in Lapeer, Michigan.
Rank:
4th Dan - Tae Kwon Do,
2nd Dan - Hapkido.
1st Dan - Korean Swordsmanship.
School:
Baker College (Flint).
Major:
Computer Science.
Interest and Activities:
Reading, Bowling, Puzzles, Board, Video and Computer Games, National Honor
Society, Plays Saxophone in Marching and Symphonic Band, Solo Ensemble,
Quiz Bowl, Tae Kwon Do, Hapkido, Korean Swordsmanship, and Korean Weapons.
Quote:
"The best part about Tae Kwon Do is that it helps the mind, body, and
spirit."
Master - Susan Whitman
Rank:
4th Dan - Tae Kwon Do,
2nd Dan - Korean Weapons.
Work:
Co-Owner/Manager at KMAI, Exercise & Self Defense Instructor at Davison Athletic Club,
Nursing 24 yrs.
Interest and Activities:
Dancing & Music, Animals, Tae Kwon Do, Maple Syrup Production.
Quote:
"There's always more we can lean and new things to try."
Master - Ronald Jovanovitz
Master "J", as he is affectionately known, assists Grand Master Benko in
conducting seminars and advanced training sessions for black belts
who come to train at ITA headquarters.
He has appeared in several videos with the Grand Master.
He is the co-owner of the Korean Martial Arts Institute.
Rank:
4th Dan - Tae Kwon Do,
2nd Dan - Hapkido,
1st Dan - Korean Swordsmanship.
Work:
Aurora CAD/Com Inc. Owner/Manager, and KMAI co-owner.
Interest and Activities:
Hunting, fishing, camping, traveling, hiking, wildlife conservation,
Tae Kwon Do, Korean Swordsmanship, Hapkido, Tai Chi, guitar, cooking, and
wildlife photography.
Master - Joan McDowell
Rank:
4th Dan - Tae Kwon Do,
2nd Dan - Hapkido,
10th Gup - Korean Swordsmanship.
Work:
Housewife, Substitute Teacher (part-time), Editor KMAI Newsletter.
Interest and Activities:
Riding horses, Biking, Canoeing, Tae Kwon Do, Hanging out with Best Friends, Traveling.
Quote:
"Live life with enthusiasm!" "Always pick Silky!" "Be kind and helpful!"
Master - Angela McDowell
Rank:
4th Dan - Tae Kwon Do,
2nd Dan - Hapkido.
School:
Central Michigan University.
Major:
Education
Interest and Activities:
Travel, Tae Kwon Do, Reading.
Quote:
"We're all worms but I believe I am a glowworm!" Winston Churchill.
Master - Greg McDowell
Rank:
4th Dan - Tae Kwon Do.
School:
LakeVille High School.
Grade:
12th Grade
Interest and Activities:
1st Chair Trumpet in Marching & Symphonic Band, Running, Quiz Bowl,
National Honor Society, Soccer, 4-H, Drama, Choir.
Quote:
"Breaking boards is fun!"
Michele Soderberg
Rank:
3rd Dan - Tae Kwon Do.
Work:
Pet Grooming (self-employed).
Interest and Activities:
Tae Kwon Do, Dancing, Playing with the animals, Reading, Movies,
Building my Grooming Business.
Larry Bebout
Rank:
2nd Dan - Tae Kwon Do.
Work:
Ameritech - Outside Technician Telephone cable repair.
Interest and Activities:
Fishing, Hunting, TaeKwon Do, Weight Lifting, Reading.
Kris Sieting
In addition to her duties as an instructor at the Korean Martial Arts
Institute, Ms. Sieting helps with many of the Dojang's activities.
Rank:
2nd Dan - Tae Kwon Do.
Work:
Ferguson Convalescent Home.
Interest and Activities:
Reading, TaeKwon Do, Puzzles.
Jeremiah Winter
Rank:
1st Dan - Tae Kwon Do.
School:
Cornerstone University.
Grade:
Senior.
Interest and Activities:
Tae Kwon Do, Anything relating to birds, Hiking, Nature Photography, Animals (Reptiles).
Lincoln Eddy
Rank:
1st Dan - Tae Kwon Do,
4th Gup - Korean Weapons.
School:
Lapeer West High School.
Grade:
12th.
Interest and Activities:
Skiing, Music, Tae Kwon Do, Art, Sax.
