Master Eugene Refino is a 5th Degree Black Belt and the 2010 USA Taekwondo National Champion. He holds the Level 1 Coaching Certification through USA Taekwondo and is educated and certified to coach at any tournament held within the United States. He was a former D1 Referee for USA Taekwondo, which gave him experience in safety protocols and precautions as well as an in depth look into the rules that govern the sport.
Master Refino believes that one of the greatest aspect of Taekwondo is that there are constant role models in your life; meaning that the instructor or coach that you start with, typically stay until you leave the sport and maybe even after. Master Refino's family has a strong background in child care, beginning with his mother; who spent countless years nurturing and helping little ones grow into responsible individuals. This has impacted Master Refino to be passionate about helping others grow. Through Amway’s Leadership Team Development, he learned the value of giving back, communication, team work, and being a leader. He loves to challenge others through a tough work out, and to accomplish goals that others have said is impossible. From coaching and competing in state, regional, and national tournaments to leading day to day classes; he is present, engaged and motivated. After over 10 years as Program Director, he is ready to share his love of Taekwondo, with you and your family at Risen Taekwondo.
Tournament Team Accomplishments
2016 National Championships held in Richmond Virginia
1 Silver in 12-14 Year Old Sparring,1 Bronze in 12-14 Year Old Sparring, 1 Bronze in 8-9 Year Old Board Breaking.
31 Medals from 2015-2016 Season (NYS, NJS, CTS, RIS)
21 Gold Medals, 5 Silver Medals, 5 Bronze Medals.
2015 National Championships held in Austin, Texas
1 Silver in 31-40 Year Old Poomsae (Forms) Division.
2010 National Championships held in Orlando, Florida
Master Refino ranked 1st in the Nation (Gold in the 18-30 Year Old Poomsae Division).
Numerous Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island State Tournaments prior to 2010 and between 2010-2015.
Coaching Education Accomplishments
SafeSport Certified
Completed the Coaches Edge Seminar for Coach Education (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)
Completed the Level 1 Certification for Coach Education (2016)
Master Yumi Kageyama
Ms. Kageyama is a 4th Degree Black Belt and was ranked 13th in the nation at the 2015 USA Taekwondo National Championships. She is also a Level 1 Coach and former D1 Referee for USA Taekwondo. Ms. Kageyama background comes from a love of children and of the value she sees in education. She believes that education is not limited to what you learn from a book or in a class; it is about the interactions individuals have throughout their lives and the knowledge gained from them.Ms. Kageyama loves the ability for a martial art to instill self-confidence in individuals because it leads students to hold a higher standard for themselves and their behavior with others. Her experience as a Toddler teacher and Summer Camp Counselor has pushed her to create interactive and difficult curriculums designed to test you and help you achieve. She is a graduate of Siena College, earning her B.S. in Business Management. She believes in the importance of cross-training with other teams and sports and to promote a fun and challenging class structure. Her favorite part of Taekwondo is seeing the change in values and focus that individuals gain from classes and how it helps them in the world outside of the Taekwondo.
Tournament Team Accomplishments
2016 National Championships held in Richmond Virginia
1 Silver in 12-14 Year Old Sparring, 1 Bronze in 12-14 Year Old Sparring, 1 Bronze in 8-9 Year Old Board Breaking.
31 Medals from 2015-2016 Season (NYS, NJS, CTS, RIS)
21 Gold Medals, 5 Silver Medals, 5 Bronze Medals.
2015 National Championships held in Austin, Texas
1 Silver in 31-40 Year Old Poomsae (Forms) Division.
Ms. Yumi Kageyama ranked 13th in the Nation (In the 18-30 Year Old Poomsae Division).
Numerous Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island State Tournaments prior to 2010 and between 2010-2015.
Coaching Education Accomplishments
SafeSport Certified
Completed the USA Taekwondo Poomsae Referee Seminar (2020)
Completed the Coaches Edge Seminar for Coach Education (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)
Completed the Level 1 Certification for Coach Education (2016)
OUR MASTERS & LEADERS
Leadership is not about title or designation. It’s about impact, influence, and inspiration.
Mr. Shepard
Master Satterlee
Mr. Bello
Mr. Fariello
Miss Fariello
Miss Denney
Miss Stockton
Miss Kitz
Mr. Stermole
Mr. Reid
Mr. Iannacone
Mr. Thirukumaran
Mr. deRoda
Mr. Decuyper
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