I have 2 children that began taking the TKD class about 3 months ago and they absolutely love it. Now that the school has opened a Brazilian jiu jitsu class, my children are taking that class too. It’s absolutely amazing. My kids are getting into great shape, learning so much about martial arts as well as developing respect, self confidence and on top of it all, they’re having FUN! I would recommend this school to anyone and everyone!- SJB

 

My 7 year old and 4 year old attend RLMA and have Master Regis as their instructor. I am very pleased with the program and Master Regis is an excellent instructor who teaches discipline and respect along with the fundamentals of Taekwondo. I am impressed with the way instruction is differentiated among the students based on their belt level. Both of my kids love it and are proud of how much progress that they’ve made. I highly recommend RLMA. – Gina


“Regis provides excellent after school care for my two girls (5 and 7) at his New Port Richey location (Tae Kwon Do) . Not only have my girls been learning Tae Kwon Do, but Master Regis and his employees foster an atmosphere filled with respect and discipline. Highly recommend his services.”
Year first hired: 2010
Top Qualities: Personable, On Time, High Integrity
-From Jamie Walter

“Dear Master Regis:
Recently, I brought my 2-1/2 year old granddaughter to begin Taekwondo classes with you in New Port Richey. After four weeks of watching you work with her and the other students in the class, it is apparent that you have a very special gift with these children. You show great compassion and caring for each child and they obviously return that love and respect in their attention towards you and your instruction. You have a natural ability to tune into their emotional needs at any given moment. This is a wonderful experience for these children which undoubtedly will spill over into their everyday lives, and I thank you for your dedication to them.”
Sincerely,
Karen Peyton

I have 2 boys who have been involved in taekwondo since they were 5 yrs old. My oldest son is now 14 and my youngest will soon be 11. They have been taking classes from Regis Lima Martial Arts  since they started in the sport. Master Lima is an instructor who truely cares about his students and their achievements. This is NOT a school that just sells belts. Students must earn their belts. My oldest son will test for his 2nd degree black belt (after 8 years) and my 11 yr old will test for his 1st degree (after 6 yrs) in December. Both boys are on the competition team and have gone to National Championships, Jr. Olympics and have even had the opportunity to try out for the AAU Jr. National Team.

Regis Lima Martial Arts teams wins big at Disney meet

By Derek J. LaRiviere, St.Pete Times Correspondent
In Print: Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Team Lima has been participating at the Disney event since 2005.

“We are very happy with our results,” master Regis Lima said. “To be a champion, first they need to respect other people and be humble. Otherwise they won’t make it.”

Medal winners for Team Lima included: Joelyan Mislay (two gold medals), Starlite Connolly (one gold), Kate Towne (one gold and one silver), Brandon Poire (one gold and one silver), Angelica Martello (one silver and one bronze), Amanda LoBianco (one silver and one bronze), Katie Maccia (one silver and one gold), Dylan Fawcett (one bronze and one silver), Travis Schlotter (one bronze and one silver), Kirsten Maccia (two silver), Katie Mojack (two bronze), Gage Sugg (one bronze and one silver), Jay Pelaez (one silver) and Nicholas Kallergis (one bronze and one gold)


St.Pete Times by Derek Laviere

May 30, 2008

SPRING HILL

At the Regis Lima Martial Arts Academy, the staff teaches everyone from toddlers to senior citizens the intricacies of tae kwon do. Master Regis Lima, head of the academy, believes in not only the competitive aspects of the art but the life lessons it teaches.

This month, though, the focus was on the competitive side as Lima took a large contingent of his students to the Florida Tae-Kwon-Do Qualifier in Orlando. Twenty-four students made it through with medals. This same group qualified for the upcoming AAU National Tae-Kwon-Do Championships in Madison, Wis.

The national competition, in July, has become a staple event for Lima and his students. Last year, when the tournament was in Fort Lauderdale, six members of Lima’s class earned medals at the event, including a gold for Bill Erdman in sparring and forms.

This season, the school was able to qualify 10 more students than last season’s 14. Lima credits much of the improvement to the expansion of his academy. The opening of a Spring Hill location has added convenience for some athletes and an ability to expand financially.

“I have a lot of students who live closer to the Spring Hill location and were driving down to Port Richey every week,” Lima said. “It’s a winning situation now for me, the parents and the athletes. It’s a real family environment.”

Youth participants make up a strong part of his classes, and 18 of those students were a part of the latest group to stamp their tickets for nationals. Among the excited young martial arts students is Ashleigh Ruby, a student of tae kwon do since she was 6.

Ashleigh, now 12, is one of eight returning national qualifiers for Lima’s team. She took home a gold medal in form and a silver in sparring at this month’s state qualifier, but in her three trips to nationals she has come home empty handed in the medal column, something that motivates her every day.

“When you go to nationals, they take the best from all over the country,” she said. “You really have to show that you have elite skills to do well there.”

Ashleigh and her father, Paul, attend martial arts classes five days a week. A native of Lake Geneva, Wis., an hour and a half outside Madison, Ashleigh is excited about the opportunity to finally break through for a national medal in front of friends and family on the big stage.

“Hopefully, since it’s my home state, I can finally do it there,” she said. “It would be a real treat to go there and show I have the ability.”

Lima, a 34-year-old native of Brazil, moved to Florida in 1999 with only $500 and a bag of clothes to his name. After taking a local job as a martial arts instructor, he was urged by local parents to open his own school. That dream has grown into the academy that stands out today.

With eight medals at nationals in 2007, the Regis Lima Martial Arts Academy was the second-best finisher of all Florida schools.

More than 2,000 students from around the country will be on hand in July, and Lima is hoping to build on the total he and his school amassed last year.

“It’s just so rewarding to see what these kids can do,” Lima said. “There is no amount of money in the world that can make up for that feeling.”


St.Pete Times by Derek Laviere

May 24, 2009

WINNING TAEKWONDO TEAM: Team Lima from Regis Lima Martial Arts
School of Port Richey and Spring Hill participated April 25 in the Florida
Taekwondo Championship competition in Kissimmee. Team members pictured,
from left, in front row: Joelian Mislay, who took two bronze medals; Kate Towne,
bronze; Amanda Lobianco, bronze; Nicholas Kallergis, gold; and Dylan Fawcett,
gold and silver; in back row: Alex Munoz, silver; Justin Rockwell, bronze and
silver; Jacob Rockwell; Angelica Martello, bronze; and Master Regis Lima. Team
members not available for photo: D.J. Johnson, two bronze; Lewis Munger, gold;
Nathan Johnson, gold; Rickey Cheeks, bronze and silver; Starlite Connolly, gold
and silver; Traci Czyznik, gold; and Trey Johnson, bronze. The team qualified for
the national competition June 29 to July 4 in Ft. Lauderdale.


“Dear Master Lima,

Congratulations on bringing home all those medals!

What a great group of students and what a wonderful future they have ahead of them!

Thanks for caring about our community!

Your friend,

Paula O’Neill



“Dear Master Lima,

I would like to congratulate you and Team Lima for the stellar performance at the Florida State Taekwondo Championship. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments.

Thanks you for all your work at RLMA. You are doing a great job ensuring that your students have the best possible learning environment. I appreciate your dedication to the young people in the area. In the come years, I know you will continue to have a significant impact on our community.

Keep up the good work and know that we appreciate all that you do. Please let me know if there’s ever anything I can do for you.”

Sincerely,

Mike Fasano

State Senator, District 11

Regis,

Just wanted to be one of the many who will let you know what a wonderful job you did by putting the first tournament of your school together..you did an awesome job and you reached one more of your goals. You are an inspiration for many including us who came from another country….you have proven that hard word and heart is what you need to make dreams come true.

Liz Munoz

Regis,

I just wanted to thank you for starting up the kickboxing class. It really has forced me to step up my cardio and go back to weights pushing myself harder. I don’t think I was aware of how comfortable I was in my exercise and not pushing myself anymore. So thank you for the challenge you have added to my routine. And if I come across and not enjoying myself I am sorry I just focus when I work out and kinda work in a bubble. And also thank you for encouraging Zach with us to be a better person. I think its great the dedication you show your business and I think it is wonderful how much you really care about all of them. And that goes for the parents as well as all your kids and staff. So just in case no one says it enough thank you!!

Danielle Brown


Regis,

I’m home settling my house down for the night, putting my girls to bed, getting things ready for tomorrow, making sure the boys are prepared to go back to school, and my thoughts went to tonights class. how grueling the workout felt to me. I was lazy as far as exercise went during the break but I wanted to let you know how much I appreciated it and especially the time you took to talk to us and motivate us for a fresh new year, getting us thinking about what is ahead and what goals we’ll set for ourselves inside and out of class. These are things I have been sort of thinking about but your talk really insired me. I wonder if you realize how very much the school means to some of us. I know for me it really does feel like family and I can not imagine not being there with you and everyone. I just wanted to take a minute to tell you these things because if I just think it and do not say it, you may not realize it, and I think if someone felt this way about the work I was doing, i would feel pretty good. so there you go, I said it, thanks for the hard work man, we appreciate it. Looking forward to a great 2008 with all of you!

Scot



Regis,

My oldest daughter had severe behavioral problems at school with classmates and at home with her siblings. It was recommended to us by her teacher that she be put into a specialized class for children with behavioral issues. I signed her up for class with Mr. Regis during the summer. Her teachers and classmates at school had noticed a marked difference in her actions and attitudes. Her report card dramatically improved. I thank Mr. Regis for the vast improvements in my daughter’s behavior and attitude.

Roger Hayden



Mr. Regis,

We just wanted to say thank you!! Our son Rakim Sharpe is one of your students. I truly have to say your teaching of Tae Kwon Do has helped Rakim improve sooo much with his behavior at school. he is now in the 4th grade. This is the 1st time Rakim has started the school year on a good note, and so far it remains good. Please keep up the good work for our young leaders need more strong leaders as yourself. Thanks for caring!

The Sharpe family



Mr. Regis Lima’s school is awesome! You can get great exercise and become more confident. I think Tae Kwon Do is very good to learn because you can learn self defense that is a responsibility you have to take care of. You have to be respectful while having funs at this school.

Heather L. Clark



Mr. Regis is a wonderful teacher & always gives 100% to each student. It’s amazing the difference in my daughter’s self-control & self discipline. I truly believe that if it were not for Mr. Regis & his training, my daughter would not be the great student she is in school. all of the things she learns in his class, she will take with her for the rest of her life. I feel truly honored to be a part of Mr. Regis’ “family.”

Jackie Nagy Green Belt 9 Years Old



Merry Christmas!
To: Mr. Regis
From: Ashleigh (Ruby)

You taught me all I Know, About the sport of Tae-Kwon-do. You mean so much to me, and what you’ve taught me brings such great glee. Neve will I forget, and never will I regret, all the time I’ve spent with you, and all that, together, we’ve been through. You’re one of my best friends and I know you’ll be beside me until the very end. Turn the page for a gift, my Friend, a gift so sweet and pure, a gift meant for a true friend, a gift to you for sure.

Merry Christmas Mr. Regis!



My grandson went to RLMA over the summer and loved it! This is a very good school, he learned so much in such a little time as well as learning more respect and confidence in himself. Master Regis and the other instructors at this school are all excellent. I would highly recommend this facility!
-Sandy-


My son and daughter also go to RLMA. My daughter has been there for three years. She started when she was five and is now eight and absolutely loves it. She has learned so much and would not go to any other school…it is very much like a family. She can go up to five nights a week and is also on the competition team, which trains on Saturdays. She loves working on perfecting her taekwondo forms, practicing her sparring, working out during classes, and being with friends who show respect and discipline while having a great time in a sport she loves. My son started when he was three and is almost five. He loves taking classes and has grown up in taekwondo. By that, I mean he was in tkd before any other school setting and has matured a lot over time. Master Regis and his assistant, Lewis, are very kind and patient with the kids while still being firm and teaching the children to have respect. They also teach the children to have respect outside of the school towards their parents, family, teachers, and authority figures. Recently, my son went for a check-up with his doctor and when asked “yes” or “no” questions, he replied with “Yes, sir” and “No, sir.” The doctor was very impressed with how well he sat still, concentrated on things, and my son’s respect in the office play area as well as the respect shown to the doctor and nurses. Check out the school and you will be very satisfied! www.rlmartialarts.com or call or stop by. You can talk to any parents there and they will be open and honest about why they love the school. :)
-Sheena-


RLMA was by far the best choice available in our area. My wife and I evaluated all of the Martial Arts schools near our home. The RLMA instructors were the most involved with their students in all facets of instruction. Not only were they focused on the technical aspects but also on the life oriented aspects that are the basis of a true martial artist. Respect, loyalty, integrity, strong work ethic, and discipline are all reinforced during class. These are characteristics that my wife and I work hard to instill in our boys but sometimes they need a third party to reinforce what their “stupid parents” say so that it sinks in. Master Regis and his instructors do that and more. He does not accept anything but the best from his students. He understands moments of weakness but uses them as teaching points to reinforce the Tenants of TKD and to make his students better. This is made evident with the continuous outstanding performance of his students both on and off the mat. Gold Medals and excellent grades are the norm rather than the exception with his students. Without a doubt, RLMA has been a superior school and the RLMA instructors have been the best adjunct role models that our children could have
-Rojo-


Master Regis and his instructors are by far the best around. They helped transform my daughter into the self-confident, respectful young lady she is today. She is physically, mentally and emotionally strong due to her training and instruction from Master Lima. Master Lima cares not only for what his students do in their Taekwondo classes but, just as importantly, he cares about how they perform in school and how they behave at home. Master Lima’s students love him and I’m sure the feelings are mutual. Not only are they his students, they are his “kids”. From his after school program to his classes for kids starting at three to his women’s kick boxing classes, he is a true professional. As a single mother, I could not have asked for a better instructor and a better role model for my daughter.
tkdmom



Excellent Instructors and Martial Arts Curriculum. Master Lima has been involved with Martial Arts for the past 20 years and I have had the privilege to train with him. If you are looking for a school that has the best character development intentions for you kid, I strongly recommend RL Martial Arts
-Lucas Rodrigues


“Regis provides excellent after school care for my two girls (5 and 7) at his New Port Richey location (Tae Kwon Do) . Not only have my girls been learning Tae Kwon Do, but Master Regis and his employees foster an atmosphere filled with respect and discipline. Highly recommend his services.”
Year first hired: 2010
Top Qualities: Personable, On Time, High Integrity
-From Jamie Walter

“Dear Master Regis:
Recently, I brought my 2-1/2 year old granddaughter to begin Taekwondo classes with you in New Port Richey. After four weeks of watching you work with her and the other students in the class, it is apparent that you have a very special gift with these children. You show great compassion and caring for each child and they obviously return that love and respect in their attention towards you and your instruction. You have a natural ability to tune into their emotional needs at any given moment. This is a wonderful experience for these children which undoubtedly will spill over into their everyday lives, and I thank you for your dedication to them.”
Sincerely,
Karen Peyton

I have 2 boys who have been involved in taekwondo since they were 5 yrs old. My oldest son is now 14 and my youngest will soon be 11. They have been taking classes from Regis Lima Martial Arts  since they started in the sport. Master Lima is an instructor who truely cares about his students and their achievements. This is NOT a school that just sells belts. Students must earn their belts. My oldest son will test for his 2nd degree black belt (after 8 years) and my 11 yr old will test for his 1st degree (after 6 yrs) in December. Both boys are on the competition team and have gone to National Championships, Jr. Olympics and have even had the opportunity to try out for the AAU Jr. National Team.

Regis Lima Martial Arts teams wins big at Disney meet

By Derek J. LaRiviere, St.Pete Times Correspondent
In Print: Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Team Lima has been participating at the Disney event since 2005.

“We are very happy with our results,” master Regis Lima said. “To be a champion, first they need to respect other people and be humble. Otherwise they won’t make it.”

Medal winners for Team Lima included: Joelyan Mislay (two gold medals), Starlite Connolly (one gold), Kate Towne (one gold and one silver), Brandon Poire (one gold and one silver), Angelica Martello (one silver and one bronze), Amanda LoBianco (one silver and one bronze), Katie Maccia (one silver and one gold), Dylan Fawcett (one bronze and one silver), Travis Schlotter (one bronze and one silver), Kirsten Maccia (two silver), Katie Mojack (two bronze), Gage Sugg (one bronze and one silver), Jay Pelaez (one silver) and Nicholas Kallergis (one bronze and one gold)


St.Pete Times by Derek Laviere

May 30, 2008

SPRING HILL

At the Regis Lima Martial Arts Academy, the staff teaches everyone from toddlers to senior citizens the intricacies of tae kwon do. Master Regis Lima, head of the academy, believes in not only the competitive aspects of the art but the life lessons it teaches.

This month, though, the focus was on the competitive side as Lima took a large contingent of his students to the Florida Tae-Kwon-Do Qualifier in Orlando. Twenty-four students made it through with medals. This same group qualified for the upcoming AAU National Tae-Kwon-Do Championships in Madison, Wis.

The national competition, in July, has become a staple event for Lima and his students. Last year, when the tournament was in Fort Lauderdale, six members of Lima’s class earned medals at the event, including a gold for Bill Erdman in sparring and forms.

This season, the school was able to qualify 10 more students than last season’s 14. Lima credits much of the improvement to the expansion of his academy. The opening of a Spring Hill location has added convenience for some athletes and an ability to expand financially.

“I have a lot of students who live closer to the Spring Hill location and were driving down to Port Richey every week,” Lima said. “It’s a winning situation now for me, the parents and the athletes. It’s a real family environment.”

Youth participants make up a strong part of his classes, and 18 of those students were a part of the latest group to stamp their tickets for nationals. Among the excited young martial arts students is Ashleigh Ruby, a student of tae kwon do since she was 6.

Ashleigh, now 12, is one of eight returning national qualifiers for Lima’s team. She took home a gold medal in form and a silver in sparring at this month’s state qualifier, but in her three trips to nationals she has come home empty handed in the medal column, something that motivates her every day.

“When you go to nationals, they take the best from all over the country,” she said. “You really have to show that you have elite skills to do well there.”

Ashleigh and her father, Paul, attend martial arts classes five days a week. A native of Lake Geneva, Wis., an hour and a half outside Madison, Ashleigh is excited about the opportunity to finally break through for a national medal in front of friends and family on the big stage.

“Hopefully, since it’s my home state, I can finally do it there,” she said. “It would be a real treat to go there and show I have the ability.”

Lima, a 34-year-old native of Brazil, moved to Florida in 1999 with only $500 and a bag of clothes to his name. After taking a local job as a martial arts instructor, he was urged by local parents to open his own school. That dream has grown into the academy that stands out today.

With eight medals at nationals in 2007, the Regis Lima Martial Arts Academy was the second-best finisher of all Florida schools.

More than 2,000 students from around the country will be on hand in July, and Lima is hoping to build on the total he and his school amassed last year.

“It’s just so rewarding to see what these kids can do,” Lima said. “There is no amount of money in the world that can make up for that feeling.”


St.Pete Times by Derek Laviere

May 24, 2009

WINNING TAEKWONDO TEAM: Team Lima from Regis Lima Martial Arts
School of Port Richey and Spring Hill participated April 25 in the Florida
Taekwondo Championship competition in Kissimmee. Team members pictured,
from left, in front row: Joelian Mislay, who took two bronze medals; Kate Towne,
bronze; Amanda Lobianco, bronze; Nicholas Kallergis, gold; and Dylan Fawcett,
gold and silver; in back row: Alex Munoz, silver; Justin Rockwell, bronze and
silver; Jacob Rockwell; Angelica Martello, bronze; and Master Regis Lima. Team
members not available for photo: D.J. Johnson, two bronze; Lewis Munger, gold;
Nathan Johnson, gold; Rickey Cheeks, bronze and silver; Starlite Connolly, gold
and silver; Traci Czyznik, gold; and Trey Johnson, bronze. The team qualified for
the national competition June 29 to July 4 in Ft. Lauderdale.


“Dear Master Lima,

Congratulations on bringing home all those medals!

What a great group of students and what a wonderful future they have ahead of them!

Thanks for caring about our community!

Your friend,

Paula O’Neill



“Dear Master Lima,

I would like to congratulate you and Team Lima for the stellar performance at the Florida State Taekwondo Championship. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments.

Thanks you for all your work at RLMA. You are doing a great job ensuring that your students have the best possible learning environment. I appreciate your dedication to the young people in the area. In the come years, I know you will continue to have a significant impact on our community.

Keep up the good work and know that we appreciate all that you do. Please let me know if there’s ever anything I can do for you.”

Sincerely,

Mike Fasano

State Senator, District 11

Regis,

Just wanted to be one of the many who will let you know what a wonderful job you did by putting the first tournament of your school together..you did an awesome job and you reached one more of your goals. You are an inspiration for many including us who came from another country….you have proven that hard word and heart is what you need to make dreams come true.

Liz Munoz

Regis,

I just wanted to thank you for starting up the kickboxing class. It really has forced me to step up my cardio and go back to weights pushing myself harder. I don’t think I was aware of how comfortable I was in my exercise and not pushing myself anymore. So thank you for the challenge you have added to my routine. And if I come across and not enjoying myself I am sorry I just focus when I work out and kinda work in a bubble. And also thank you for encouraging Zach with us to be a better person. I think its great the dedication you show your business and I think it is wonderful how much you really care about all of them. And that goes for the parents as well as all your kids and staff. So just in case no one says it enough thank you!!

Danielle Brown


Regis,

I’m home settling my house down for the night, putting my girls to bed, getting things ready for tomorrow, making sure the boys are prepared to go back to school, and my thoughts went to tonights class. how grueling the workout felt to me. I was lazy as far as exercise went during the break but I wanted to let you know how much I appreciated it and especially the time you took to talk to us and motivate us for a fresh new year, getting us thinking about what is ahead and what goals we’ll set for ourselves inside and out of class. These are things I have been sort of thinking about but your talk really insired me. I wonder if you realize how very much the school means to some of us. I know for me it really does feel like family and I can not imagine not being there with you and everyone. I just wanted to take a minute to tell you these things because if I just think it and do not say it, you may not realize it, and I think if someone felt this way about the work I was doing, i would feel pretty good. so there you go, I said it, thanks for the hard work man, we appreciate it. Looking forward to a great 2008 with all of you!

Scot



Regis,

My oldest daughter had severe behavioral problems at school with classmates and at home with her siblings. It was recommended to us by her teacher that she be put into a specialized class for children with behavioral issues. I signed her up for class with Mr. Regis during the summer. Her teachers and classmates at school had noticed a marked difference in her actions and attitudes. Her report card dramatically improved. I thank Mr. Regis for the vast improvements in my daughter’s behavior and attitude.

Roger Hayden



Mr. Regis,

We just wanted to say thank you!! Our son Rakim Sharpe is one of your students. I truly have to say your teaching of Tae Kwon Do has helped Rakim improve sooo much with his behavior at school. he is now in the 4th grade. This is the 1st time Rakim has started the school year on a good note, and so far it remains good. Please keep up the good work for our young leaders need more strong leaders as yourself. Thanks for caring!

The Sharpe family



Mr. Regis Lima’s school is awesome! You can get great exercise and become more confident. I think Tae Kwon Do is very good to learn because you can learn self defense that is a responsibility you have to take care of. You have to be respectful while having funs at this school.

Heather L. Clark



Mr. Regis is a wonderful teacher & always gives 100% to each student. It’s amazing the difference in my daughter’s self-control & self discipline. I truly believe that if it were not for Mr. Regis & his training, my daughter would not be the great student she is in school. all of the things she learns in his class, she will take with her for the rest of her life. I feel truly honored to be a part of Mr. Regis’ “family.”

Jackie Nagy Green Belt 9 Years Old



Merry Christmas!
To: Mr. Regis
From: Ashleigh (Ruby)

You taught me all I Know, About the sport of Tae-Kwon-do. You mean so much to me, and what you’ve taught me brings such great glee. Neve will I forget, and never will I regret, all the time I’ve spent with you, and all that, together, we’ve been through. You’re one of my best friends and I know you’ll be beside me until the very end. Turn the page for a gift, my Friend, a gift so sweet and pure, a gift meant for a true friend, a gift to you for sure.

Merry Christmas Mr. Regis!