Melvy Alvarez
- 2026 US National Champion
- 2026 FISU America Games Champion
- 11× US National Team member
Champion 1 of 3
Athlete · Team CTA
Melvy Alvarez
Champions aren't born on the podium.
2026 US National Champion
2026 FISU America Games Champion
11× US National Team
Champion 2 of 3
Athlete · Team CTA
Xavier Hong
2026 US National Champion
They're built on a quiet mat, when no one is watching.
Champion 3 of 3
Athlete · Team CTA
Lorenzo Pragano
2026 US National Champion
2026 Junior World Championship Team
AAU National Team
2026 US National Champion
2026 Junior World Championship Team
AAU National Team
They are built.
Built at CTA
Three 2026 US National Champions. One team.
Xavier Hong
- 2026 US National Champion
Lorenzo Pragano
- 2026 US National Champion
- 2026 Junior World Championship Team member
- AAU National Team member
32026 US National Champions
11×US National Team (Melvy Alvarez)
1Team in Stamford, CT
Trained with fire. Coached with love.
Coach Marina Aguero · Team CTA
Parents, this part's for you
Your child's first class is free
Beginners and experienced athletes are both welcome. Fill this out in under a minute and a coach will call or text you to pick a class.
- 1Send the form
Takes under a minute. No payment info.
- 2We call or text
Usually within a day, to pick the right class.
- 3First class on us
Train where national champions train.
Claim the free class
Takes under a minute.
Parent questions
Is the first class really free?
Yes. No payment info and no commitment. Come see if CTA is the right fit.
My child has never done Taekwondo. Is that OK?
Yes. Most of our students started as beginners. We'll place your child in the right class for their age and level.
How does a child join the competition team?
Tell us on the form. A coach will talk with you about your child's level and goals and invite them to a team practice.
Where are you?
579 Pacific St, Stamford, CT 06902. Call or text (203) 252-4939 with any questions.