Learn more about Okito America
Our instructors have studied and trained for years to qualify as part of the Okito America Team, and their primary goal is to assist you in being the best you can be. We will help you acquire effective self-defense skills and provide you with a comprehensive, personal development program. It is our goal to raise the quality of life for all our students in every way possible.
Orlando Millan
Owner – Okito America
Mr. Millan started Okito America in 2007 with a vision of improving the lives of families in the Gainesville Area, by introducing them to the art of Tae Kwon Do, Kick-Boxing and Self-Defense. Mr. Millan has been involved in martial arts for approximately 30 years, with training in Special Forces. A dedicated instructor, Mr. Millan is known for his ability to motivate and instruct both young and old.
Instructors
Marvin Walker
4th Degree Black Belt
Mr. Marvin has been doing martial arts for almost 20 years with trophies in forms, weapons, and sparring. He worked for Okito America for 3 years from 2011 until 2014. He left to pursue a bachelor’s degree, upon completing his degree he returned to the Okito America Family. Mr. Marvin returned to instruct more students in the art and skills of Taekwondo. He hopes to continue inspiring students to be their best not only at Okito but also at home and school.
Joseph Lutz
4th Degree Black Belt
Mr. Joseph was the first student to start at Okito America in 2007. He practiced taekwondo for 7 years until taking a short break. He’s recently come back to teach and recently earned his 4th degree black belt. Mr. Joseph has set an example for his younger siblings and wishes to be a positive example to many other students. He has excelled in his weapons training on the demonstration team and wishes to pass on that knowledge for the future demonstration team.
Peter Lutz
1st Degree Black Belt
Mr. Peter has been involved in Tae-Kwon-do most of his life. He started as a Little Dragon at OkitoAmerica in 2007 and completed his black belt. He took a break to finish school and has returned to OkitoAmerica as a full time instructor. Working at OkitoAmerica has given him the ability to work with amazing students and to get physically fit at the same time. Mr Peter is currently working towards his 1st degree black belt. He will continue to improve so he can pass on self defense and discipline to his students.
Management Team
Nori Millan
Owner
Mrs.Millan, Secondary Owner of Okito America has been practicing her passion and love for helping and educating children as a counselor of our programs, for over 16 years in the Gainesville community. She graduated from the University of Havana Cuba as a registered nurse. With a love to help others, she is now continuing her studies in education and children in the autism spectrum. She is an example not only to her students but to her team, who love and follow her. She is someone you can always rely on and know will support you. She is thrilled to be able to continue her work in the business and to continue to expand her knowledge and passion in the field of After School Professionals.
Thalia Millan
Regional Manager
Felix Melendez
General Manager
Maria Isabel
General Manager
Maria Isabel, General Manager of the Newberry location is a passionate, full of life and outgoing individual. She found her passion for working with kids after having her daughter Mia, and has shown great skills in her role as an After School Professional with her positivity, great attitude, advice and love for all students. She brings a smile to work everyday and always knows how to make a student feel welcomed and at home. Growing her skills she continues to participate on her own time in leadership workshops and professional development
THE FIVE TENETS OF TAEKWONDO
Respect
Integrity
Perseverance
Self Control
Discipline
Team Members of the Month
Archer Road Team Member of the Month
Newberry Team Member of the Month
Alachua Team Member of the Month
Skill of the Month
Featured services
Testimonials
We love Okito America. They have done a great job taking care of the kids during this pandemic. They have great Taekwondo classes and after school program. They also has started dance class this year and the kids love going to dance. My child has confidence and I have seen a change in the school behavior since we started going to Okito. Thank you for all you do.
They have helped our family so much. They always have a solution to our child care coverage and provide a second home for our kids that is nurturing yet structured. Everyone there truly cares about our children and making a difference in the community. We really appreciate everything they do!
We absolutely love it—strongly recommend for kids. Excellent instructors and positive messaging. Values like integrity, personal responsibility, confidence, and respect for self and others are emphasized regularly.
