I found this article interesting. Here is a quotation from the article:
"When you do Taekwondo, you should make your mind peaceful and synchronize your mind with your movements, and extend this harmony to your life and society. This is how in Taekwondo the principle of physical movements, the principle of mind training, and the principle of life become one and the same."
So the rest of the article, which is posted on theWTF site can be found at this link:
I remember starting out in Martial Arts, and how tentative I was. Being in class with all the other people – I kept thinking, How do I make those moves? My arms and legs don’t move that way!
You think to yourself I’m not sure I can do that, but I’ll give it a try!
Everyone in class is so intimidating, they are confident and strong. Then slowly you find that your kicks are more comfortable, the forms flow easier. You start to think I CAN do this! Then you get your yellow belt. You start being
We have done hundreds of hours of free training at schools, and for groups, and with our own students, as well as 1:1 work with kids and youth who are being bullied, or have been bullies themselves. Most of all though we spend time teaching kids, the majority of whom, will be and are bystanders as the bully cycle plays out in front of them. We teach them how to stand up, take action, and as we teach the kids "don't just sta
Please Join us this Friday, February 14 from 6-10pm for our Valentine's Day Party. Here's what the kids have to say about it
You can register online by clicking here.
Below is a blog post put up by a colleague and mentor Master Tom Callos, who is actually also a member on this web page as well. And to the left is a picture of his son who started his training at 5 years old. Keenan is now a BJJ champion.
" I was 9 years old when I was given my first martial arts lesson, in 1969. This photo shows one of my sons, Keenan Cornelius, at age 5, learning Jiu-Jitsu in one of my classes in the 1990’s. For my son, as it was for me, being on the mat, around teachers
I think these episodes are just getting better and better, and that these kids are remarkable. They are filming, editing, and creating the content for these videos. This one, showcases an informational interview with our chamber of commerce representative. Bravo to the kids, and especially to Instructor Vlcek and Jido Merly for the guidance and support you are giving them.
If you have a few minutes, please check out the episode, subscribe to their channel, and give these young, creativ
1. What are my goals upon reached black belt for my future training and learning?
I want to teach students and maybe some who have just joined on their first day and let them get comfortable with the style of martial arts we teach here. I also want to learn techniques only limited to black belts and higher.
2. What kind of black belt will I be?
I want to be the kind of black belt anyone can ask for help on techniques in martial arts.
3. Recommendation from 2 people.
1. I think Laurence will
1. What are my goals upon reached black belt for my future training and learning?
I want to teach students and maybe some who have just joined on their first day and let them get comfortable with the style of martial arts we teach here. I also want to learn techniques only limited to black belts and higher.
2. What kind of black belt will I be?
I want to be the kind of black belt anyone can ask for help on techniques in martial arts.
3. Recommendation from 2 people.
1. I think Laurence will
A couple weeks ago, a colleague and fellow school owner we know, had a house fire. Thankfully, his family was safe, even the dog, but the house burnt to the ground. I was reminded by this as well as other fires recently our commitment to training folks regarding escaping and fire safety.
It is easy to forget the importance of prevention, and put off making a fire plan for family, or work. If you, or a group of kids, or adults for that matter would like to come and learn the fire safety gam
"To be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others." Nelson Mandela 1918-2013
As I walked in to the food packing building i saw the most amazing things. Big machines with waxed beans pouring out of them, people from the community packing all around. A few people were tying up the bags, some people were runners carrying bags of food to tying stations. I've never seen so many people in one room all working together. Well, it's for a good cause. we were all packing up food for the needy. Every one was playing their part. i chose to be a runner, all I did was bring bags of be
1. What are my goals upon having reached black belt for my future training and learning?
One of my goals is to learn the black belt form for training and to be a bit faster. I want to learn how to be more respectful then I already am and be more of a leader.
2. What kind of a black belt will I be?
I will be a respectful, strong black belt. I will be a leader as much as I can and will be kind and caring to other students.
3. Recommendation from two people
" I recommend Pearl because she is a strong, s
Hero #5
My fifth living hero is my math teacher Mr. Reyes. Even though he teaches my least favorite subject he makes it seem fun. I really want to do that, plus he's really sportive with your work and he helps me out, A lot.
Hero #4
My fourth hero is Selena Gomez. She is someone that i want to be like and her songs are inspirational and helps me in my day when I'm feeling down. I want my words to help someone when their feeling down.
Hero #3
My third hero is my step dad Jay. He does what he loves for his job and is very happy. When i grow up want to do something just like him doing what he loves and being happy thats why he's my hero.
Hero #2
My second hero is my dad, he works hard for people he loves. He is very inspirational and never gives up.
