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At Achieve Taekwondo, Excellence is a way of life.

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Established in 2013 by Master Ben Parks, Achieve Taekwondo is nestled conveniently near Interstate 495 in Westford, MA.

At Achieve Taekwondo, we’re more than just a martial arts studio; we’re a vibrant community dedicated to fostering growth, empowerment, and achievement in every student. Our approach is rooted in creating a fun and exciting atmosphere where learning is engaging and enjoyable.

Through innovative lesson plans and the incorporation of games, we keep our classes dynamic and inspiring, ensuring that each student is fully immersed in their martial arts journey.

Our core philosophy revolves around the belief that every student has the potential to excel and achieve their personal best. We are committed to providing the guidance, support, and encouragement necessary for each individual to continually improve and reach their goals.

Join us at Achieve Taekwondo, where excellence is not just a goal; it’s a way of life.

Meet The Team

Master Parks

Ben Parks

Meet Master Ben Parks, owner and head instructor at Achieve Taekwondo

Master Parks is a 6th degree Black Belt and started studying Taekwondo at age 9 under Master Alberto Montrond, a World Champion and three-time US Champion.

Master Parks now studies under Grandmaster Kwon, a 9th degree black belt (the highest rank possible). After earning his black belt at age 16, Master Parks taught part-time and full-time while pursuing a business degree at Framingham State University. He has been teaching taekwondo since 2001.

Master Parks especially enjoys teaching children and seeing their self-confidence and skills develop in a positive learning environment. Every student is individually assessed and personally guided to achieve their goals. He provides a non-intimidating, safe, and clean environment that allows students to get the most out of their studies. Instruction is comprehensive and balanced while enabling students to learn technique, strength, confidence, and self-defense.

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Master Waddell

Mark Waddell

Master Waddell, a 4th degree black belt, serves as the primary instructor at Achieve Taekwondo Westford. His journey in Taekwondo began in 1998 under Master Montrond of Boston Taekwondo Academy. In 2001, after earning his first degree black belt, he briefly left Taekwondo to pursue a career in hospitality.
However, in 2013, he returned to martial arts when his longtime friend Master Parks opened Achieve. Starting part-time, Master Waddell soon discovered his passion for teaching and shifted to full-time instruction. He finds teaching immensely rewarding, whether it is guiding 3-year-olds on how to learn self-confidence or coaching teenagers at the national championships.

Outside of Taekwondo, Master Waddell enjoys playing strategically challenging games such as Magic: The Gathering and Chess.

Alex

Alex Parent

Master Parents is a 4th-degree Black Belt in Taekwondo and serves as the primary Instructor at Achieve Taekwondo’s Concord location. He began his martial arts journey at the age of 5 and transitioned to Taekwondo at 10, committing his life to honing his skills as both an instructor and practitioner.
Master Parents’ lessons prioritize creating an engaging, active, and enjoyable learning atmosphere. His passion for fitness shines through in his teaching. His goal is to use Taekwondo to inspire all his students to be the best versions of themselves.
Master Kai
Kai

Kai Marcucelli

Kai has always been passionate about fitness and has explored various physical activities throughout his life. In his childhood, he participated in team sports, but as he matured, his interests expanded to include martial arts, weight training, and boxing. Kai firmly believes in the potential for lifelong learning, rejecting the notion that “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks.”
His journey into taekwondo began when his children started training at Achieve Taekwondo. Initially a spectator, he witnessed his children develop not only physical skills but also the values of dedication and perseverance inherent in the sport. Uncomfortable on the sidelines, Kai soon joined his kids in Achieve’s family class. While initially motivated to strengthen his bond with his children, he quickly became deeply immersed in the discipline. He dedicated so much time to training that instructors humorously offered him a cot in the back room, given his frequent presence at the dojang, all in pursuit of his long-held dream of earning a black belt.

Starting his taekwondo journey in 2019, Kai continues to both learn and teach at Achieve. He enjoys working with students of all ages, from Little Dragons to Adult Classes, sharing his enthusiasm to help each individual reach their potential.

Beyond taekwondo, Kai holds a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. For the past 29 years, he has focused on designing performance and casual footwear for various Massachusetts-based companies. Outside of work, Kai enjoys cooking and baking, having explored numerous recipes during the Covid-19 pandemic. His favorite pastimes include spending quality time with his family, traveling to Rhode Island to visit his parents, and engaging in household chores and kayaking adventures with his children.

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