Who We Are
Forged in Silence Foundation exists to break down barriers and create opportunity for driven athletes at The Forge. We believe potential deserves investment and that hard work should never be limited by circumstance. Through training, competition, and educational support, we provide the resources, guidance, and access our athletes need to pursue excellence, especially when those opportunities are not always within reach.
At its core, our mission goes beyond performance. We are committed to developing individuals who carry discipline, confidence, and purpose into every area of their lives, both on and off the mat.
This commitment is brought to life through the environment we have built at The Forge. We are more than a training space. We are a system designed to support athletes at every stage of their journey. From those stepping onto the mat for the first time to those preparing to compete on national and international stages, we focus on creating access, building confidence, and providing a clear path forward.
The Forge brings together the best of both worlds under one roof. Texas Forge Taekwondo provides a strong foundation in traditional martial arts while remaining accessible to our community. Team Forge builds on that foundation as an elite poomsae program, uniting driven athletes from The Forge and other schools who are committed to high-performance training. Together, they train and compete at the highest level, representing a standard of excellence on national and international stages in pursuit of a place on the U.S. National Team.
More Than a Name
The Forge: A place where we were shaping ourselves, building discipline, and figuring out who we were becoming.
Our Board
Adalis “AJ” Munoz - President
Sandy Pathammavong - Secretary
Sangeetha Duraisamy - Treasurer
Esther Ong - Parent Representative
Jade Escobar - Community Leader