January 2025 Empowerment Report

ACETSS.org
Jan 29
3 min read

Master Michelle Golino | 7th Degree ITF Taekwon-Do Master | 2x World Champion.

2026: Moving forward with purpose, resilience, and an unshakable commitment to empowerment.

We hope this message finds you well and energized for a new year of possibility. Here at A Charity Empowered to Save Souls (ACETSS), home of World Class Taekwon-Do est.1997. We are stepping into 2026 with focus and purpose—continuing our mission of empowerment through traditional ITF Taekwon-Do, community connection, and inclusive opportunity for all.

February 14, 2026Aquatica Orlando Polar Plunge

Taking the Plunge for Inclusion! Ms. Jeanne, 5th Gup, ACETSS Board Member and Inclusive Community Ambassador, proves courage and advocacy go hand in hand. Our World Class Warrior is taking the plunge to benefit Special Olympics Florida.

📍 Orlando, FL

February 21-22, 2026

Legacy Taekwon-Do National Competition & Grand Master Dalton Seminar

Our competition team will compete among elite athletes from across the country.📍 Hudson, FL

March 15, 2026

Golden Warrior Taekwon-Do Championship

Our competition team will compete among elite athletes from across the country.📍 New York, New York

Spring 2026

Journey Church Small GroupTaekwon-Do Warrior Spirit: A Prayerful Journey (5-week intro)

📍 Longwood, FL

April 10-13, 2026

AWMAI (Association of Women Martial Arts Instructors)Master G will be teaching at the AWMAI Conference, a multidisciplinary conference for educators of all disciplines. (Note: This is not the NWMAF conference for beginners - advanced, which will be held in 2027)

📍 New Orleans, LA

April 18, 2026

Healthy Kids Day – J. Douglas Williams YMCA

What better way to empower children through movement, confidence, and inclusion—on Master G’s 55th birthday! Come on down and meet our World Class Team.

📍 Lake Mary, FL

April 25, 2026

3rd Annual City of Longwood Walk for Autism Awareness & Inclusion

ACETSS will host a table and bring our demonstration team so the community can witness inclusive Taekwon-Do in action.📍 Longwood, FL

May 2, 2026

Make ‘M Smile – Hosted by Nathaniel’s Hope

ACETSS will be back with a table, demonstrations, and community engagement.

📍 Lake Eola, FL

June 6, 2026

6th Annual Pride in the Park

Free Self-Defense Workshop for the LGBTQ+ community & allies.

📍Longwood, FL

June 12–14, 2026

The 28th Annual Family Café

Master G will deliver a one-hour empowering, inclusive Taekwon-Do presentation and learning session, sharing how martial arts can serve individuals of all abilities.📍 Orlando, FL

June-August, 2026Taekwon-Do Summer Camps

📍 Lake Mary, FL

📍 Longwood, FL

September 12, 2026

Sunshine State ITF Invitational

Our competition team will compete among elite athletes from across the country.

📍 Orlando, FL

September 18, 2026

ACETSS Miracles in Motion Annual Gala & Fundraiser

This year, we welcome a panel of warriors sharing stories of resilience, strength, and transformation.

📍 Longwood, FL

October 29, 2026

ACETSS Halloween Party, All are Welcome

📍 Longwood, Florida

December 10, 2026

11th Annual Community Hide & Seek in the Park

An annual tradition among the dancing festival of lights.

📍 Lake Mary Town Hall, FL

Additional appearances, workshops, and outreach opportunities will be added as the year progresses. Community members, partners, and supporters are invited to join ACETSS throughout 2026 as the organization continues its mission of empowerment without boundaries.

OPEN FULL REPORT

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and at ACETSS we recognize that empowerment begins with awareness, voice, and action.

Self-defense is not just physical. It is knowing your worth, using your voice, and understanding that you are never powerless. → Self-Defense

OUR BELIEFS

We believe every individual deserves an opportunity to benefit from martial arts training. Together, we will continue to champion inclusivity and create a space where empowerment knows no boundaries. Your involvement and support are the heart of our mis6sion—helping us bring strength, confidence, and joy to individuals in our community and beyond. Let’s join hands and make an even greater impact.