OUR STAFF

Chief Instructor: David Abadie
David has been studying martial arts for almost 40 years. He is a second degree black belt in TaeKwonDo. He studied the traditional fighting styles of Jack LaCoco & Jim Miller in New Orleans. He is constantly studying different techniques and then he incorporates that knowledge & skill into his teaching methods.

David has a special knack for working with children as well as special needs adults and children. He teaches the students many different self-defense techniques and how to avoid dangerous situations. Respect and self esteem are also some of the things students at NDMA will learn.

Office Manager: Bonnie Abadie
While David teaches the classes, Bonnie takes care of everything else. Special Events, marketing, accounting, plus what seems to be a whole lot more!