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Our Creed

Learn to do well; seek judgement, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow


Isaiah 1:17

Our Motto

Makda – To serve / protect / defend

As Christian martial artists our purpose is to serve others and defend them as necessary.

About Us

At Shield of Faith Schools we blend martial arts with Biblical principles.  Our unique style, Cha Yun-do, is based on natural movements of the body, in an easy, flowing manner without rigidness or stiffness.  Cha Yun-do is an ‘integrated’ system using defensive techniques followed by counterattacking techniques when necessary. Cha Yun-do was developed by Dr. Randolph Young.

At Shield Of Faith Karate Schools, we are dedicated to fostering physical strength, spiritual growth, and self-discipline through the discipline of Cha Yun-Do, rooted in biblical principles. Join us to develop your body, mind, and spirit in a community of martial artists devoted to following Jesus. Our Cha Yun-Do discipline uniquely blends the physical rigor of martial arts with the spiritual depth of biblical principles, fostering self-discipline, respect, and a strong moral compass in our students.

Sarah Holland

5th DAN

Mrs. Holland is the master instructor of the Shield of Faith Schools and primarily teaches at the Troy location.

Steve Sargent

3rd DAN

Mr. Sargent is an instructor at the Troy location.

Chris Dow

2nd DAN

Mr. Dow is the instructor at the Berkley location. 

Hours & Locations

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Thursday (Troy)

Faith Lutheran Church

kids class: 5:00 – 6:00 pm
open training: 6 – 6:30 pm
family class: 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Saturday (Berkley)

Berkley Community Church

combined: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
open training: 11:00 am – noon