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4worldlovers: ITF Taekwon-Do, Self-Defense, Fitness, Competition Team, Private Classes and Personal Training

ARCAN Taekwon-Do opened in Nepean in 2010. Our Head Instructor, Mr. Diego Cabanas, hails from Misiones, Argentina.

We have classes for everyone, ages 4 and up. We also offer group fitness classes, private classes and personal training.

ARCAN Taekwon-Do was formed in 2002 in San Ignacio, Misiones, Argentina by Mr. Diego Cabanas. Mr. C moved to Canada and opened ARCAN Taekwon-Do Canada in 2010. We now have two locations: Main-Nepean and Riverside South.

Taekwon-Do is the Korean art of self-defense, created by General Choi Hong Hi in 1955.

Our curriculum covers all elements of traditional ITF Taekwon-Do: fundamental movements, patterns, breaking, step sparring, free sparring, self-defense and conditioning.

ARCAN Taekwon-Do instructors are certified by the International Taekwon-Do Federation and have first aid and CPR.

Mr. Cabanas is a VI Dan International Instructor. He has been practicing Taekwon-Do since 1993. He opened his first school in San Ignacio, Argentina in 2002. He has represented both Argentina and Canada at the World Championships. Mr. C is also a Coach for Team Canada.

Ms Perry is a V Dan International Instructor. She designed and leads the TKD Kids Program. She is a seven-time member of Team Canada. Ms Perry is also a certified personal trainer and runs our Rise & Sweat Bootcamp.

We are proud to offer Taekwon-Do classes to all age groups.

Taekwon-Do basics with lots of fun and games for kids ages 4-6 years old.


Low-impact Taekwon-Do for students ages 50+. Bringing the mind and the body together harmoneously.

Age group classes as well as family classes for parents that want to train with their kids.

We have a Competition Team and an Elite Team made up of athletes competing at the international level.

Host your next birthday party at our Dojang!Host your next birthday party at our Dojang!

Two hours at the dojang: 15 minutes setup and 1h45 of fun (1 hour of Taekwon-Do, 45 minutes of games/party)

Up to ten guests including the guest of honour (fee for additional guests)

Guest of honour breaks a wood board in front of their friends

Each guest will be given a TWO WEEK free trial pass for ARCAN Taekwon-Do

Our son has been going to ARCAN Taekwon-Do for 3 years now and he loves it. We are so proud of everything he has accomplished at ARCAN. My wife goes to the boot camps to train with Ms. Perry and I have started as a beginning student at ARCAN as well. Mr Cabanas, Ms Perry, Mr Fernandez and all the instructors do such a great job developing, challenging and encouraging their students. The school is neat, clean and the environment is always positive. We feel very lucky to part of this fantastic school and kind community of people.

4worldlovers:
Sabum Roody Etienne is pleased to announce that two students were successful in their Spring exams: Zara Lyons (2nd from left): granted 1st dan (junior) Taliah Lyons (2nd from right): granted 1st dan


Sabum Roody Etienne and three students from the school attended the Warriors Cup at Dundonald Hall (Canadian Forces Base Petawawa) on Saturday, May 6, 2017. Here are the results: Sabum Roody Etienne (centre): Gold medal in Power Breaking, Silver medal in Patterns. Michael Weekes (not shown): Gold medal in Sparring. Zara Lyons (right): Silver medal in Sparring, Bronze medal in Patterns. Taliah Lyons (left): Silver medal in Patterns, Bronze medal in Sparring.


Sabum Roody Etienne is pleased to announce that two students were successful in their Spring exams: Zara Lyons: granted 2nd kup Taliah Lyons: granted 3rd kup In other news, Sabum Etienne was recently granted 6th dan.

4worldlovers: ​Capital Taekwondo is located in the heart of Nepean and is dedicated to provide the highest quality Olympic style taekwondo, martial arts, fitness, and personal training to Ottawa!

With our passionate instructors, we teach students the importance of taekwondo tenants that are essential in life that include: perseverance, courtesy, integrity, indomitable spirit and self-control.

​Our goal is to provide adults, youth, and children a martial arts experience that emphasizes not only physical development, but also character development. We are here to improve the lives of our students by providing an opportunity to boost confidence, learn self-defense techniques, improve physical fitness and provide peace of mind. The bonds made at our academy are lifelong friendships built on mutual respect, openness and trust.

Our academy offers many different programs that are tailored to all fitness levels, from beginners, intermediate, recreational, and high performance.


Instructors within our academy are Kukkiwon recognized, affiliated with Taekwondo Canada & the Ontario Taekwondo Association, certified through the National Coaching Certificate Program (NCCP), and contain necessary skills and education to create top quality classes. Guided by taekwondo’s tenets of mutual respect and rigorous discipline, our instructors teach each class and student with understanding and patience.​​​

4worldlovers: This program will kick you into shape. The session is a combination of Kickboxing and Muai-Thai involving Cardio bag and weight training which tones, sculpts and strengthens your body. This program will help you to effectively lose weight and increase your energy level. We are here to make it happen!

What do you want to gain from your free time? Do you want to be in better shape, have more confidence, relieve stress, improve awareness, or learn a new set of skills? If you answered yes to any of these possibilities, then you have come to the right place. Saroughi International Taekwon-Do Inc is here to provide the people of Nepean with a place to improve their health, have fun, and forget about the outside world for a while. Many people believe that joining a martial arts center like Saroughi International Taekwon-Do Inc means that you will have to spar, which can turn people away from an activity that otherwise has everything they are looking for. This is not true. Sparring only occurs for those who wish to participate. If you live in Nepean and are looking for way to stay fit, meet new people, and improve yourself, then contact us today to try one of our classes.


Following 10 years of hard work and dedication since my 7th Dan promotion, it was my privilege and great honor to be promoted to the 8th Degree Black Belt ITF by the most respected Senior Grand Master Jong Soo Park in November of 2016!Grand Master Park is a Korean 9th Degree Black Belt ITF, he is the president of the Allied ITF Tae Kwon-Do Council, as well asthe Honorary President of the CISM Tae Kwon-Do Federation and the Chairman of the Competitional Sports of ITF Integration Committee.

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At Tina Takahashi Martial Arts we have been training community members from kids to adults.

Our students of all ages excel socially and in life at home, at school, and at work.


Self-discipline and impulse control are two of the biggest advantages of martial arts training.

Kids who practice martial arts have a much higher attention span and self-discipline.

Improve your focus and concentration with the new found energy you will have.


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We offer Karate and Judo Classes for kids in Ottawa. Martial arts training enhances: Respect, Courtesy, Self-Control, etc. which leads to new Life Skills, Better Grades, reducing ADD/ADHD issues, less Bullying, Self-Defense, and better at Home Behavior.

Our Adult and Teens Karate and Judo programs offer traditional to modern martial arts training in a safe and fun environment. Practicing concepts that build physical fitness, situational awareness, self-confidence, esteem, self-defense and much more.

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We are well known for putting quality first. Classes are taught by Master Kou and his Elite Black belts, giving the benefit of their experience and expertise. The utmost attention is given to ensure that all aspects of training are safe and enjoyable. We do not only offer physical fitness that comes with training in Taekwon-Do, but also the philosophy behind the arts.

We teach self-defense, discipline, self-control, concentration, and also help to develop balance and coordination within our students. Our goal is to build confidence, a strong body, and a strong mind in each individual.

Our classes range from the very young; around 5 years old to their grand parents. There are Taekwon-Do classes for Children, Teens, Adult; the whole family.

In addition, our birthday parties and team parties are filled with fun and exciting games for children, their friends, teammates, and families.

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