About Us

Master Tanya Panizzo is the owner of Midwest Tae Kwon Do. She is currently a 6th degree black belt and resigned her job as an Engineer for the Automotive Industry to teach Tae Kwon Do full time. She began her training at age 7 with her brothers (she is a triplet) and has been involved in the martial arts ever since. Master Panizzo began her training strictly because her brothers did, but as time went by, began to develop a love for the Korean martial art. Over the years, she has participated in numerous tournaments, eventually capturing a gold medal in international competition. She defeated her mother’s home country of Argentina to advance to the final rounds in this tournament. She has also participated in demonstrations and other special events that have given her valuable experience in many facets of Tae Kwon Do. Master Panizzo works hard to further her knowledge of traditional Tae Kwon Do principles to enrich the lives of all students in her care. She is also involved  in the instruction of children with special needs.  Along with teaching Tae Kwon Do, she is Owner of Fighting Spirit Personal Safety, a company that provides self-defense and personal safety training for children and adults. She believes that Tae Kwon Do brings a positive outlook on a person’s life and encourages everyone, male and female, child and adult, to see what Tae Kwon Do and fitness can bring to their lives.