Mrs. Mary Ann Malakoff, Senior Instructor
Mrs. Mary Ann Malakoff is a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, and is a Master Instructor of all Lil’ Dragon classes taught throughout Montgomery County, MD. She is the creator of the “Pink & Blue Ninja” Tae Kwon Do program at Kang’s, and is a licensed Zumba and Strong by Zumba Instructor.

Ms. Malakoff’s Martial Arts story starts in the late ‘70s when she used to drive 15-year-old Master Malakoff to Tae Kwon Do classes in Oakland, PA. She said, “I never thought much about being a black belt then. I was just giving my boyfriend a ride to Karate school! Many years later, when Master Malakoff and I got married (after not seeing each other for 18 years), everyone asked me when I was going to start training. My standard answer was, ‘When I turn 40!’ Then it happened!!” Mrs. Malakoff brings her love of teaching and helping others achieve success to all she does. She encourages all the students and helps them see that they can succeed.

Ms. Dawn Herold joined the Kang’s team 10 years ago and has since attained the rank of permanent 1st Dan Black Belt under the guidance of Master Mark Malakoff. Ms. Dawn brings her high level of enthusiasm and energy to everything she does at Kang’s. Ms. Dawn is a key member in running Kang’s on the studio floor and behind the scenes. She is very excited about helping all students, from the youngest to the oldest adults, reach their fitness goals and just feel better about themselves. She has an extensive background in Yoga and personal training. Ms. Dawn looks forward to meeting you at your first class!