Northern Blackbelt Institute

TESTIMONIAL
I cannot begin to express the gratitude I feel for Northern Black Belt Institute, but I will try to encompass some of the incredible impact that this martial arts studio has had upon me in this affidavit.
Northern Black Belt Institute combines the two most important facets of Tae Kwon Do to turn its students into confident and successful leaders. NBBI teaches the most traditionally accurate martial arts of any martial arts school, and pairs that with instilling its students with the important values of courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-​control, and indomitable spirit. Students not only progress through different colors of belts, they also create a foundation of good character which they can build upon for years to come. In my more than decade at the studio, I saw a positive change in the behavior and mindset of every single student who entered through the studio doors.
I entered into martial arts when I was six, and for the next twelve years, the Northern Black Belt Institute studio became a home for me. From my first year of grade school when to now when I am a fourth degree black belt starting college at American University in Washington D.C., I devoted more than twelve hours a week to classes because it was truly my greatest passion. It wasn’t always easy, but even from a young age I could see the benefits of my dedication. The skills I learned in martial arts from Northern Black Belt Institute lead me to excel in athletics and academics. Every day after high school I would sacrifice my evening to come teach classes, and I am so proud to say that every second I devoted to Northern Black Belt Institute was worth it to see our students learn, grow, and surpass all expectations.
Master James Reissmann has been more than just an instructor to me; he has been a second father. He is the most impressive individual you can meet, both on and off the mat. He trains every night on the floor alongside his students, outpacing students four decades his junior. He is generous and inspiring, making each and every one of his students strive to achieve the best of their potential. He devotes his free time and his own finances to make Northern Black Belt Institute an unparalleled place to learn martial arts.
I owe an incredible debt to Northern Black Belt Institute for molding me into the man I am today. All of the success I have had ties directly back to my involvement in martial arts. If you have any question about the caliber of this incredible studio, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Andrew J. Fallone
4^th Dan Jr. Master Instructor