Executive Board Members

Grandmaster Alayón (8th Dan) has trained in Dangsudo for more than 50 years and is a retired Medical Doctor and homeopathic physician.  He is also a Board Member and a Chief Examiner of the World Dang Soo Do Union under Grandmaster Kim Song Ki (Dan#312).  He teaches in NC and throughout the USA in support of KDA school owners.

Master Turner (5th Dan) is a practitioner of acupressure, an instructor of archery, and is the Owner and Chief Instructor of Tiger Karate Academy in Mayfield, PA. He has served the association for many years as Vice President with loyal support to Grandmaster Alayon, fellow instructors, and the mission of the Korea Dangsudo Association. 

Master Rodriguez (6th Dan), possesses a Bachelor of Science in Education from Temple University (2005). He served as an Officer with the Philadelphia Adult Probation & Parole Department for 15 years, taught in public schools as a teacher, and is the Owner and Chief Instructor of Moo Do Karate Academy in Maple Shade, NJ.

Master Myers (4th Dan) has decades of experience in Dangsudo, technology services, and self-publishing. He is an O Dan candidate based out of Rhode Island, regularly traveling for training with and supporting KDA school owners and events.

Mr. Olmo (3rd Dan) possesses a Juris Doctorate from the University of Puerto Rico, is a proud Veteran of the United States Army, served two combat tours in Iraq, and is a Purple Heart recipient. He is the Owner and Chief Instructor of Dangsu Do Hosinsul Kwan in Corozal, Puerto Rico.  He is a candidate for Sa Dan (4th Dan).

Master DeVaull (5th Dan) possesses a Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Bodyworker, and is the Owner and Chief Instructor of Yongcheon Dojang in Winsted, CT.  He has also been a Sworn Law Enforcement Officer since 2015.