Master Christina Hardy (5th Dan)

Master Hardy began Tae Kwon Do at the age of 16 when her father, tired of her coming home beaten by bullies, forced her into taking classes. Despite her initial resistance to the idea, Tae Kwon Do became her passion. She holds over 80 awards in competition, including forms, sparring and weapons. She became New Hampshire State Champion in 1989 (the first year the championships were held) and retained her championship status until retiring from competition in 1998 to focus on the development of her students. Master Hardy was invited to participate on the USA team for World Cup 2000 and earned a Gold Medal in that event. She obtained instructor certification in 1989.

Many of her students have earned the title of State Champion and several have gone on to become Junior Olympic Champions. Although successful in tournaments, Master Hardy's focus is on the development of each individual student, helping each to become the best he/she can be. Students and parents often comment on the abundance of patience she demonstrates in her teaching.

Master Hardy is the only certified Olympic Sparring instructor in the area.

 

Tae Kwon Do Master of the Year

Master Hardy was inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame on March 26, 2005 and presented with an award for Female Tae Kwon Do Master of the Year.