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Sage TaekwonDo

Welcome to Sage Taekwon-Do!

We are an ITF Taekwon-Do affiliated non-profit martial arts club located in beautiful Pitt Meadows, BC. We offer inclusive programs that support kids and adults, including adapted Taekwon-Do for students with disabilities or high support needs. Get started today with a 2 class free trial, everyone is welcome!

Meet the team

Our Instructors

Steven Lovett – 5th Dan

Mr Lovett is the head instructor at Sage Taekwon-Do. He is a 5th degree black belt and has been training Taekwon-Do since 1999. In his professional life, Mr Lovett is a practicing Registered Massage Therapist and Kinesiologist, helping patients recover from a wide variety of injuries. His knowledge of biomechanics and experience recovering from a serious injury himself plays a big role in insuring the safety of our students in the dojang.

Jordyn Sonier – 4th Dan

Ms. Sonier is the head assistant instructor at Sage Taekwon-Do. She is a 4th degree black belt and has been training Taekwon-Do since 2000. Ms. Sonier is a fun loving instructor with a passion for inclusivity. Her experience working as a Behavioural Interventionist has helped shape an understanding and desire to create a place where students of all abilities can be welcomed and included.

Anish Krishnan – 3rd Dan

Mr. Krishnan is an assistant instructor at Sage Taekwon-Do and holds a 3rd degree black belt. He started Taekwon-Do at the age of 7 and has previously trained at schools in Ottawa, Toronto, and Windsor. Mr. Krishnan has experience working with children with special needs and is a patient and easy-going instructor. He is excited to share his love of this martial art with the students at Sage Taekwon-Do!

Michael Banasiewicz – 2nd Dan

Mr. Michael Banasiewicz is an assistant instructor at Sage Taekwon-Do. He currently holds a 2nd degree black belt and has been training in Taekwon-Do along with his brother since the age of 7. His experience as a swim instructor assists in his ability to assess and correct students’ techniques, no matter their skill level. Having first aid and safety knowledge as well as his own experience with sports injuries, he assists in maintaining a strong, safe, and inclusive dojang at Sage Taekwon-Do!

Matthew Banasiewicz – 2nd Dan

Mr. Matthew Banasiewicz is an assistant instructor at Sage Taekwon-Do. He currently holds a 2nd degree black belt and has been training in Taekwon-Do along with his brother since the age of 7. Mr. Banasiewicz has studied sports science and bio mechanics as well as having valuable experience as a swim instructor teaching various age groups and abilities. He is passionate about helping all students progress and develop at their own pace and goes out of his way to ensure each class is as fun as possible!