BEYOND KICKING & PUNCHING
FOCUS. DETAILS. RESULTS.
Success Now Martial Arts
For more than three decades we have strived to create an enjoyable environment for students to improve their fitness while building the confidence they can carry into their everyday lives. Our professional instructors go through over 300 hours of training and are ranked and certified by the American Taekwondo Association.
When we opened the Darien school in 1994, we made a commitment to serving and empowering the community. We thrive on teaching children and adults the confidence, leadership, and fitness skills that can only be achieved through martial arts.
Our Team at Darien School

Chief Master Patti Barnum
Chief Instructor/Owner
8BD

Master Kelli Shoup
Chief Master
8BD

Master Aristede Dukes
Senior Master
7BD

Carlton Cummings
Instructor
4BD

Craig Walters
Instructor
2BD

Matthew Lee
Instructor
2BD

Kolton Shoup
Instructor
2BD
Our Team at Countryside School

Master Keith Shoup
Senior Master
7BD

Rodel Dalangin
Instructor
5BD

Al Herrera
Master Candidate
6BD

Larissa Demakos
Master Candidate
6BD
CURRENT TEACHING CREDENTIAL
Certified by the ATA to teach Songahm Taekwondo
Our Facility at Darien School
- 3,000 Square-Foot Main Training Area With 15 Foot Ceilings
- Puzzle Mats
- Climate-Controlled Training Room & Waiting Area
- Open Seating for Parents & Spectators
- Changing rooms without gender discrimination.
Our Facility at Countryside School
- 1,500 Square-Foot Main Training Area
- Puzzle Mats
- Climate-Controlled Training Room & Waiting Area
- Open Seating for Parents & Spectators
- Changing rooms without gender discrimination.