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Rise Club: Exclusive Training for Elite Martial Artists

Welcome to the Rise Club

The Rise Club is an exclusive, invite-only program designed for dedicated martial artists who seek to master advanced forms and techniques. Our program is tailored for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional skill, commitment, and passion for Taekwondo.

What Makes Rise Club Unique?

  • Invitation Only: Membership to the Rise Club is by invitation only. This ensures that our community is composed of highly motivated and talented students.
  • Advanced Training: Our curriculum focuses on advanced forms, techniques, and self-defense strategies. Members will learn sophisticated movements and skills that go beyond the basics.
  • Expert Instructors: Our instructors are seasoned Taekwondo students with years of experience. They provide personalized guidance and mentorship to help each member reach their full potential.
  • Exclusive Community: Being part of the Rise Club means joining a network of like-minded students who are as passionate and driven as you are.
  • Intentional Character Development: Through our Biblical philosophies, students will make and plan goals around characteristics to ensure their success for the rest of their lives so you can Rise to Your Dreams. 
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Program Details

  • Poomsae Class: Specialized classes are conducted to delve deep into complex forms and techniques. These sessions are designed to challenge and inspire excellence.
  • Personalized Coaching: Members receive one-to-one coaching sessions to focus on individual strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Sparring Class: These classes are designed to use the sport of Taekwondo for the purposes of self-defense and competition. Students will learn to overcome anxiety and fear by implementing and sticking to strategies when a dangerous situation comes. 

How to Join

Membership to the Rise Club is extended through invitations based on demonstrated excellence inside and outside of classes. If you believe you have what it takes and are interested in joining, please speak with Instructor McCuistion or contact us directly for more information.

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For a limited time, enroll in our true month-to-month Taekwondo membership and enjoy the freedom your family deserves—with ZERO registration fee. That’s an instant $230 savings per student!

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Steve Foltz
2 weeks ago
Excellent instruction for adults and kids. Can’t say enough about the classes here. Both my son and I are white belts (beginners) focused on our journey to black belt. The instructors at BTKD give us both instruction and confidence as we learn! 5 stars!
Doreen Kelly
4 weeks ago
They are so invested in the kids. Amazing to watch the growth. Highly recommend
Robert Kelly
2 months ago
My grandson has been with Briargate Taekwondo since April.I highly recommend Briargate Taekwondo,all around experience has been very positive for him!
Kathryn Anderson
2 months ago
Nicholas Shaw
3 months ago
A 5-star rating isn't enough. The students here of course learn taekwondo; on top of that though, the instructors expertly incorporate life values, goal achievement, and expectations of behavior into their culture. But Briargate Taekwondo is more than a martial arts gym - Matt and his wife, Melissa, have built a community. There are opportunities to connect in camps and shared celebrations of students' achievements, to participate in parent's nights out, to be involved in the demonstration team... It's a wonderful place for kids (or students of any age), and is a place we've been thankful to see our kids grow as athletes and as people.
Brittany Heredia
4 months ago
Very friendly and patient instructors and staff. They all work so well with smaller kids who are just learning taekwondo. Such a fun way to keep my 5 year old busy and active after school while still allowing him to learn excellent values for everyday life!
Alexandra Youmans
6 months ago
As a mom of an autistic/adhd child, I cannot say enough good things about this wonderful business. We have been with Briargate for a month now and there has been such an amazing change in my kiddos behavior. He has alot of support needs as a neurospicy child trying to make it in this world- and taekwando has helped him focus and become more disciplined. They hold him accountable for his behavior here- and help him feel accomplished when he does good! I highly highly suggest Briargate for all the neurospicy kids! The quiet peace in the car as he naps on the way home is absolutely everything lol.
The scheduling is flexible, and the pricing is very fair. The facility is clean, the staff is pleasant and well trained, and the owner is very well versed on how to properly handle a tism meltdown.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Alexandra! We are excited to support and equip your son to better handle his emotions and behavior as he learns to use his autism/ADHD for good!
Jennifer Moudry
6 months ago
My kiddo loves this place. Learning character skills along with taekwondo has been a great experience. It’s not just about kicks and punches. The instructors really focus on teaching respect, discipline, and self-control. Those lessons show up both in class and in everyday life.
Response from the owner:We love our students and it’s important to us that they can show these characteristics on and off of the mats! Your son is amazing and we are excited to grow with him!
Pat Yeomans
7 months ago
Amazing space! Matt and his people are wonderful. Ive never seen someone with such patience and connection with the kids. This place has great mentors and teachers. If you’re looking for an amazing place for your children, give this place a try. I’m very impressed.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Pat! That means a lot to us as we do highly value our students!
Allison Abbate
8 months ago
These instructors go out of their way to help people improve at every age and level of ability.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Allison! Your grandson has come a long way, and we're excited for his future!
Tilmon Adams
8 months ago
Doing great with my son learning focus and listening skills. For a 5 year old he is showing great understanding.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Tilmon! Focus and discipline are important to our program. Your son is amazing!
Luther Benson
10 months ago
Matt is a master at his craft and is really cares about his kids in his school. He helps kids with goals and discipline plus makes physical fitness. Go check out his school, you will be glad you did.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Luther! Goals and discipline are so important to our student's future success!
Jacob Nooner
1 year ago
Such a great school, started here as a white belt with minimal experience and was accepted wholly as part of the family. As I grew through the ranks the master continued to be a great a friend and I eventually became an instructor and got my black belt.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jacob! Yes, you are part of the family!
Rob Purdy
1 year ago
I've been coming here with my son for almost two years now. Great family environment. The instructors are great with my son.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Rob! We love having you both in class and reigniting your passion for Taekwondo!
Leslie Stamper
1 year ago
My son has attended Briargate Taekwondo for a couple of months, and I have been most impressed with Matt and his team. Quality instruction and knowledgeable instructors. They know the name of every participant and greet them as they walk in the door. The staff are truly invested in the individual progression of each student, both skill and character development. They also have a schedule of classes that allows families to have some flexibility in weekly attendance. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Leslie! Your son has come a long way and we are excited to walk with him as he continues to grow!
Azure Aguilar
1 year ago
I really love coming to this place no matter what type of day I'm having. The environment and the community are just something that's hard to find anywhere else!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Azure! Yes, you've had some hard days, and we're here to support you as you grow!
Jordan Brimer
1 year ago
My daughter Kaia absolutely loves going to class with Matt and his team! The instructors are not only goal-oriented but also deeply focused on helping each student grow—both mentally and physically. I see noticeable progress in Kaia every time she attends class, and it's clear she's gaining confidence, discipline, and strength. We couldn’t be happier with the experience!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jordan! Your daughter is awesome!
Kat Ramirez
1 year ago
Briargate Taekwondo is a great! They have a great discipline structure and have fun extra activities for the kiddos. Matt and his team are very dedicated. Love being apart of the family :)
Response from the owner:Thank you, Kat! We love having your son as part of our family!
Dyana B
2 years ago
I highly recommend Briargate Taekwondo! From the very first experience, it was clear that this is not just a place to learn techniques and skills in Taekwondo, but also a space where personal growth and character development are prioritized. Coach McCuistion truly cares about each and every student and goes above and beyond to help them not only improve in martial arts but also become better individuals. He is devoted to helping his students develop qualities like humility, patience, resilience, and how to lead others through your actions and not just your words or a position.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced martial artist, this is an amazing place to train. The atmosphere is positive, supportive, and challenging in all the best ways. If you’re looking for a coach who is dedicated, inspiring, and truly cares about your growth, this is the place to be. I wholeheartedly recommend it!
Ryan Steinseifer
2 years ago
Matt is great! I enjoy talking with him and seeing the passion he has for people at Briargate Taekwondo. It's awesome hearing the stories of kids taking their constant energy and turning it focus and determination through his taekwondo program
Shelley V Shelley
2 years ago
5 stars for Briargate Taekwondo! Matt McCuistion is just an AMAZING human being and his company is what we were looking for. It’s a personalized experience when you choose a small business. We prefer this compared to the big companies in town. They know your children’s names, they care and my son has loved joining. We are so excited to see him excel 👏🏼👏🏼
Stephen Adams
2 years ago
Awesome teacher and great time for the kids. You can even have the kids participate if the weather is bad. Love Matthew and his family, they are great people who make you feel like family.
Evelyn Figueroa
2 years ago
My kids ( 5 and 8) both have been attending for a few months, and we already see a night and day difference. Not only in the dojo but everywhere else. They help your child implement respect, accountability, and discipline. I didn't know what I or my children would gain out of the program, but it has been wonderful seeing my kids build their confidence, helping more at home and even receiving positive feedback from the school staff. It was one of the best decisions to have my kids attend Briargate taekwondo.
mary martin
2 years ago
My daughter loves going here and is learning a lot.
Chad Sparling
2 years ago
Awesome family run dojo. There are many family fun events that they run in addition to awesome Taekwondo training.
Karlyne Morawe
2 years ago
Taekwondo has been life changing for my daughter. I can’t say enough about the instructor’s ability to manage kiddos who struggle with self regulation and distractibility. The briargate taekwondo family is so supportive and encouraging and I can’t recommend it enough.
Rebecca Heiser
2 years ago
This place has been a great place for my son! Not only does he learn taekwondo, but he also learns how to be responsible, respectful and accountable inside and outside of class! This place is so welcoming and you can tell they truly care about each and every person who walks through the door. Oh and not to mention how fun parents night out... I mean... movie night is!!
Daniel Notary
2 years ago
Our son loves his teachers, the students, and the challenges. He's not normally one to dive in without understanding, but Mr. McCuistion has helped answer all his questions and gives him confidence for each new task. It's a great school.
Cheryl Whittaker
2 years ago
Our 3 children attend classes here and absolutely love it. Instructor McCuistion and his wife Melissa have a passion for children. Instructor Jacob is amazing. I love that there are multiple classes you can attend each week at a variety of times. They sponsor movie nights for students and non students and Saturday family bible studies. Definitely a light in our community. Highly, highly recommend!
matt johnson
2 years ago
Amy Rockey
2 years ago
We love briargate taekwondo! My daughter has grown so much in discipline and Matthew is an incredible teacher who cares about his students. She is excited to go to
Class each time and has such a sense of accomplishment.
Jennifer Brewer
2 years ago
My son loves attending his classes! The expectations they have on him there extend to our home and everyday life! The lessons he learns has helped him to grow both inside and outside the class!
Ali Patterson
2 years ago
Briargate Taekwondo has been so wonderful for my son. He has gained so much confidence since first starting classes. It has been wonderful watching him grow.
Aleena Notary
2 years ago
We love Briargate taekwondo! The instructors are helpful and patient, but push the kids to learn and be successful. Great family run business.
Aaron Sanborn
2 years ago
My nine-year-old son and I have been attending Briargate Taekwondo since March 2024. We have thoroughly enjoyed the experience together. Instructor McCuistion welcomes families and students where they are at and challenges them to grow and develop. Instructor McCuistion's philosophy of teaching and character development is inspiring and refreshing. I highly recommend this Taekwondo site to any individual or family!
Evelyn Kent
2 years ago
Briargate Taekwondo welcomes families where they are and builds kids up no matter their abilities! We started here (ages 5 and 7) looking to improve focus and strength, but we stayed because they are building so much more. I especially love the flexible schedule and the special touches like regular movie nights that make this place stand out.
Sam Schafer
3 years ago
Good 👍
Maya Upreti
3 years ago
Melissa McCuistion
4 years ago
Definitely recommend! Started training with my daughter and both of us received a warm welcome by the instructors and students. The instructors make sure the students know proper form and work with the students till they are confident in the forms. This place works on character and skill.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Melissa! It means so much to us that you felt welcome so quickly by our students.
Diana Fernandez Sorensen
4 years ago
Matt really cares about the students and their welfare. We had practiced at a different Taekwondo studio before and had a very different experience. Definitely recommend Briargate Taekwondo!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Diana! The success of our students is paramount.
Lindsay Crust
4 years ago
Briargate Taekwondo was represented at our school's Health Jam before Thanksgiving Break. Matt came to volunteer and WOWED our staff and students with his kindness and the kids said it was one of their favorite stations. I have heard from families in our community how wonderful the event was as well as the gratitude to everyone who volunteered their time to help our students learn how to live a healthy lifestyle. We highly recommend Briargate Taekwondo to anyone looking for a way to teach excellent character traits and learn taekwondo!!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much Lindsay! We loved being a part of the Health Jam and adding value to our community!
Rebecca S.
4 years ago
An amazing school with amazing instructors. I’m having so much fun studying here and training with all of these wonderful people. great work!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Rebecca! We believe that Taekwondo should be fun and engaging.
Colorado Tracy
4 years ago
Briargate Taekwondo has been understanding and accommodating specifically to my child with physical and intellectual disabilities and to my family as a whole. I highly recommend the Briargate Taekwondo Dojong to anyone interested in Taekwondo.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Tracy! We believe in creating a safe and accepting environment for everyone.
Ned Lentz
4 years ago
In January 2022, the owner of this franchise location went independent from USTC. While my son and I had enjoyed USTC, we have found over the past few months that staying with Instructor McCuistion, who has re-engineered the curriculum to a more focused and pointed training, has been the best decision for us and other students to concentrate on forms, techniques, and discipline. I thoroughly enjoy the sparing, Poomsae, and other training sessions. While USTC provides several locations in Colorado Springs, they are second to Briargate when it comes to quality and traditional Kookiwan Taekwondo which is paramount to my son and I. There are several other parent-child teams that attend and I find they share a similar viewpoint. I highly recommend enrolling your child at this Dojang location if you want the best influence and training for your little student. I also strongly encourage parents to join as well to get the full experience with your son(s) and/or daughter(s).
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Ned. We appreciate your feedback!
Marcie Wegner
4 years ago
We chose Briargate Taekwondo over a large taekwondo school, as the small class size, individualized instruction, caring staff, a sense of belonging and mutual respect, and the feeling that the instructors always have the students' best interests at heart.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Marcie. We appreciate your review!
Justin Newton
4 years ago
My son started at this school last year, and all of the staff was great from the start. Normal classes were structured, and my son received great instruction. Some events, like the periodic belt tests, felt a little chaotic, but that is understandable when there are so many kids testing at once.

We were nervous about the school rebranding and what might change at the school as result. We stayed for two reasons: location was one of the key favors in our decision to sign up at this school, and Instructor McCuistion had always encouraged a little more discipline and respect from the students than some of the younger instructors working there. We were hopeful that our son would be held to a higher standard if we stayed (which is what our son needs).

I'm pleased to say that our experience since the change has not disappointed! The professionalism and quality at this school are great. My son has been challenged to perform his skills and to focus at a higher level than ever before. We are very happy that we stayed.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review, Justin. We are looking forward to seeing you again!
Kim Wheaton
4 years ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review, Kim.

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