Living Proof Martial Arts & Fitness

2026 USA Taekwondo National Championships ✅

Going into this National Championships I knew it would be a huge challenge for us as a young team. All 8 of our athletes have 4 years or less of sparring experience with 5 of them competing in highly competitive world class black belt divisions.

We had some great moments but also some really tough losses. I have to remind myself that this sport is a process and these kind of experiences are necessary for future growth. These losses will only make us better and are reminders to stay motivated and focused on improving.

This is what makes the National Championships so special. The level is incredibly high, and every fight is an opportunity to learn & see exactly what it takes to compete with the best. I am grateful for all of our families and athletes that stepped onto the mat and couldn’t be more proud of how each of them represented.

We will be back and we will be better!

Results:
🥇 Steve Fradue – National Champion (+80kg Ultra)
🥉 Sereanna Webster – Bronze Medal (-59kg WC Cadet)

Quarterfinalists:
• Leanne Pepito
• Nelia Fradue
• Coleigh Pepito

Round of 16:
• Coleane Pepito
• Logan Spicer
• Liam Bautista Bernal

Day 2 ✅

Congratulations to Steve Fradue +80kg Ultra Division NATIONAL CHAMPION 🥇🏆

Our Junior athlete, Coleigh Pepito, also competed today but lost to the eventual gold medalist and USA national team member in the quarterfinals. Tough draw but we learn and keep moving forward!

Congratulations to Sereanna Webster for her Bronze Medal on Day 1 at the USAT National Championships 🥉!! In just her first year competing as a Black Belt, she proved she belonged with the best in the country & we are excited for her future 💪💥

Special shoutout to our other athletes in action today, Nelia & Coleane. Both girls fell short of the podium today but continue to show so much growth! We keep building 👊

A huge thank you to all of the athletes, coaches, and parents who joined us for our Open Cross Training Event today!

These are the types of events that help grow our sport—no egos, no expensive entry fees, just athletes coming together to learn, improve, and challenge themselves alongside others from across Northern California.
The opportunity to work with different training partners, styles, and coaches is invaluable, and we're grateful for everyone who helped create such a positive and supportive environment.

We appreciate every school that made the trip and every athlete who stepped on the mat ready to work. Looking forward to seeing everyone again soon!

Living Proof Athlete visiting & training with the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Taekwondo Team, home of 2024 JR. World Champion 🇵🇭

Test matches 👊

The goal is always to win. But of course, especially in sport, it doesn’t always happen the way you want. Kaelynn suffered a tough 1 point loss in the semifinals. It hurts, as it should, but what defines you as an athlete is how you bounce back. She fought and secured a win in the bronze medal match. We go home with 🥉 but more so some clarity on what it takes to win at the highest levels. We move forward, stay hungry and continue to grow. See you at US OPEN 🔜

🔥 LEGEND IN THE HOUSE 🔥

We’re excited to host a Sparring Seminar with Coach Moreno — 5x Olympic Coach, 2x Olympic Medalist, and one of the true legends of the sport. 🥊🇺🇸

This is a 4-session, 2-day experience designed for ALL ages and levels, and the perfect tune-up heading into the CA State Championships. Expect high-level instruction, real strategy, and next-level reps you won’t get anywhere else.

📅 Schedule:

March 27
⏰ 6:00 – 7:30 PM

March 28
💪 9:00 – 10:00 AM — Strength & Conditioning
🧠 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Strategy & Tactics
🥊 2:00 – 4:00 PM — Situational Drills & Sparring

💵 Seminar Price: $125 (all sessions included)

Whether you’re just starting out or sharpening your edge for competition, this is a rare opportunity to learn directly from greatness.

📍Spots are limited — don’t miss it!

The start of a new week means new opportunities to grow, so attack it with intention because every drop of sweat is a down payment on the dream!