The Academy Celebrates 29 years!
The Academy celebrated its 29th anniversary in October with a successful community donation drive benefiting MACC Charities Emergency Food Pantry and Community Outreach in Manchester, CT. With a mission to cultivate not only physical strength but also personal growth and social responsibility, we hosted the donation drive to encourage our students to put their martial arts philosophy of respect, discipline, and compassion into action. The response from The Academy community was overwhelmingly positive, with numerous donations of non-perishable food and supplies collected throughout the two-week event. Grandmaster Waldron expressed his gratitude for the support received: "This event is about more than just celebrating our anniversary—it's about encouraging our students and families to make a tangible difference in the lives of others. At The Academy, we believe that the true essence of martial arts extends beyond the school, and this donation drive is a perfect example of how...
