Support Courtney's Martial Arts World Championship Dream

Hello everyone!

I am Courtney, all 4’10” of me, and I never thought in a million years that I would be here, sharing my story with you, but here it goes!

Self-defense was the reason I started martial arts after having been assaulted by someone who was supposed to care for me, however, as time went by, ATA Martial Arts became so much more than learning how to kick and punch. I found along the way a community of incredible people who challenged me to become the very best I could, pushing me beyond my limits to accomplish my wildest dreams!

Imagine my surprise when three years later I found myself with a black belt, became a state champion, and district champion of the entire southeast region! This year in 2024, I've set my sights higher! After working hard to qualify, fighting my way up through all the tournaments I could possibly get to, and spending hours nearly every day perfecting my techniques, I’m in the top 10 in the world right now in the women’s 18 – 29 age division. In July I'm heading to Phoenix Arizona from Florida to compete with some of the best martial artists in the world and will do everything in my power to snag a world championship title.

Between a strict gym regimen, working two jobs, practicing every single day, spending time with family, and being committed to personal growth, my days are so insanely full! My family and I are doing our best to make this happen, but we can't pull this off without all of you.

Every donation will be going towards covering the trip expenses such as airplane tickets, gas, entry fees, food, hotels, and a million other things that combined will make this trip possible.

To give back, I would love to offer back a little something that will be customized just for you! Another one of my skills is that I have often been commissioned to do art pieces and I would love to offer a custom work of art for a $75 or larger donation which would be a personalized 9x7 mixed media portrait of up to two people, with a basic background, sent to your address in the United States. I will post some samples from my portfolio so you can see what you are receiving in return as thanks for your support. Just please be patient. It takes a little while to create these and get them sent to you in between my other activities.

With all my heart,

Courtney Andaya