Holly Acosta, Ed, D. : Coeburn Elementary School Principal

Harriette Tuttle : Thornbury Preschool Owner

Kim Wagner Valley Midd

“It was a wonderful experience for our students when you visited our physical education classes. All 60 of our students were engaged for the entire class period. Your use of fun activities had the students being physically active without realizing what a fantastic workout they were receiving. I especially appreciate all of the respect you showed to each student as we have many students with learning differences in our classes. We are looking forward to having you visit Garnet Valley Middle School next year.”

“As a health and Physical education teacher at Garnet Valley middle school I was excited to have Joe Pagano from Red Dragon Martial Arts come in to school to teach and instruct our students. Many of the students were nervous and unsure before we began as it was their first experience with martial arts. Right from the start Joe grabbed their attention making the class fun, exciting and unique. Joe not only made what was intimidating at first easy to learn and be successful, but was motivating and encouraging throughout the classes. He challenged the students also by emphasizing the value of physical fitness. He provided great instruction, but gave the students a lot of time to practice the skills and enjoy themselves. I am very excited that garnet valley students were exposed to a great sport, and a great instructor in Joe.”

Bryan Tingle PE teach at Garnet Valley Middle School

Master Pagano does a great job teaching martial arts skills and self-defense to my students of all abilities. He is upbeat and positive and my students really enjoy it! I love the way he and incorporates fitness and flexibility into his lessons and the kids have a blast while getting to try out kicking and punching skills. It is a great opportunity for my students to get exposed to martial arts and practice some self-defense. It’s a fun two days and I highly recommend you give it a try!
Ashley McCusker
Garnet Valley Middle School PE Teacher

Mr. James W. Davis : Physical Education Teacher at Westtown-Thornbury Elementary School

“Mr. Pagano has a gift for teaching elementary-aged children. He has a natural rapport with kids and is able to connect with them quickly. His lessons were very structured and followed developmentally appropriate progressions for all the children. He was organized, prepared for each of his lessons, and was able to successfully manage a large group of children with relative ease. Mr. Pagano was able to command the attention of the children at all times, yet always did so in a positive and engaging manner. He showed great enthusiasm during each of his lessons and that enthusiasm was met in turn by that of the kids’ enjoyment. Our children really had fun with Mr. Pagano and learned important life lessons in the process.”

Paula Marshall : Hilltop Elementary School

“Mr. Pagano presented a karate class lesson to the students of Hilltop Elementary School. The purpose of the class was to introduce karate to the students and to encourage them to join an after school program. The $25.00 fee for six classes was donated to the Hilltop Home and School Association. Over 100 students enrolled!! I was very pleased with how the class was conducted. Mr. Pagano had immediate control of the class and kept the students enthusiastic throughout the entire lesson. His conduct was professional and he demonstrated complete knowledge of the subject matter. I was impressed how well Mr. Pagano “adapted” the lesson for our primary grades so they would feel comfortable and safe.”

Penn Wood Elementary School

Rustin High School