Meet the dedicated masters and instructors who guide our students with technical precision, discipline, and care.
Multi-Discipline Black Belt
I was born on January 14th, 1971, in Pusan, South Korea. My father was a Master Sergeant in the Marine Corps in Korea and served in both the Korean War and Vietnam War as a U.S. Marine. He was always strict with me, and when I was 3 years old he decided to retire, and our family moved to Seoul Korea in 1974.
My father wanted me to grow up strong, mentally and physically, so he put me into a Taekwondo school when I was 5 years old. However, I really didn't like to practice martial arts back then. I would skip classes and when my father found out he was very disappointed. After a year, some older kids took my shoes from me and my father put me into another martial art called Sip Pal Ki — old Korean military martial arts — under Master Young Soo Park (7th Degree Black Belt). I studied under him until I earned my 2nd Degree Black Belt, then began training in Taekwondo as well.
As a teenager, I studied deeply into martial arts and began competing: • 1989: 1st National Kung Fu Competition • 1992: 1st Place Form, Spear, and 75kg Division Sparring in Seoul, Korea • 1992: Wu Shu Asian Games International Team Trial • 1996: Started working as Master at Korea Professional Taekwondo Federation; also studied Aikido, Kumdo, Judo, and Taekkyun • 1997–1999: Demonstrated and taught at West Point, 707 Special Force, President Bodyguard Camp, and Green Berets in Korea • 1997: International Team for World Professional Taekwondo Championship • 2000: Came to America for Martial Arts demonstration
Professional Credentials
The Team
Our certified instructors work together to ensure every student receives personalized attention and high-quality coaching at every session.
Plymouth Assistant Instructor
ITF Taekwondo 4th Dan
Born in Springfield, MA, Master Cushing began training at age 6. He competed across New England and in the 2001 Jr. Olympics, earned his black belt alongside his brother, and later competed at the ITF Taekwondo World Cup in Canada.
Mu Han Master
WT Taekwondo 4th Dan
Master Garafano has 22 years of total martial arts experience. He began training at age 4 and has been with Mu Han since age 6 under Master Oh, holding 4th Dan certifications across multiple disciplines.
HQ Director of Discipline
WT Taekwondo 4th Dan
Master John Dias serves as HQ Director of Discipline at Mu Han Total Martial Arts, holding certifications in WT Taekwondo, MMK Taekwondo, GTA Taekwondo, and Jing Wu Kung Fu, as well as international master and examiner licenses.
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Knowledge Base
New to martial arts? Here is everything you need to know about starting your journey with us.
We offer Kids Martial Arts for all ages, Adult Martial Arts for ages 13 and up, and an Olympic Taekwondo Competition Sparring program for dedicated competitors. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level.
No prior experience is required! We welcome beginners as well as experienced martial artists looking to refine their skills. Our instructors will guide you every step of the way.
Comfortable athletic wear is fine for your first class. If you decide to continue, we'll guide you on getting a uniform and gear.
With more senior Korean trained masters than any other martial arts school, we are rooted in experience and heritage. As part of the World Taekwondo Federation, we honor tradition while providing elite instruction that builds confidence, discipline, and resilience in every student.
We recommend attending at least two classes per week for steady improvement, but you can train more frequently based on your goals and schedule.
Yes! Our Olympic Taekwondo Competition Sparring team is made up of dedicated students who compete in tournaments across the Plymouth area and beyond. Ask us about joining the team!