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Taekwondo: For Your Body and Your Mind

The physical benefits of taekwondo

Most people want to use martial arts like taekwondo for fighting and self-defense, but really think about it, how often have you needed to kick somebody in the chin to defend yourself? Most of the people who are going to really put you in danger are probably going to have a gun. But that doesn’t mean that ancient martial arts like taekwondo are useless in the modern world of today? One of the most important things that practitioners of martial arts Taekwondo is get their bodies highly toned and very physically fit. With all the focus on health, fitness, and wellness these days, taking some advice and practices from taekwondo practitioners is certainly a good idea.

May Black Belt Test Candidates Practice Part 1
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May Black Belt Test Candidates Practice Part 1

3 Important elements to improve your Poomse 1.Concentration It grows spiritual power, avoids intensive concentration, learn to concentrate within peaceful mind 2.Energy Enhance energy level by upgrading of Ki-Hop, speed and power 3.Posture Apply proper base stance to improve muscular strength and balance written by Master Yoo...

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3rd MST (MASTERS AND SUSA TRAINING) CLASS

The new monthly Masters and SUSA Training class is another unique opportunity offered at Yoo’s Martial Arts. The format of these training classes involves the Masters at Yoo’s Martial Arts alternating as the lead of each monthly 90 minute class for SUSAs. SUSA is the...

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What Are The Major Advantages For Students Learning Taekwondo?

Many forms of martial arts are great for learning self-defense and discipline. Taekwondo is one of the most popular and one of the forms in which my sister holds a black belt. What are the advantages of learning Taekwondo and Korean martial arts? One of the highlights of any martial arts form is that the students aren’t learning to fight but in fact defend themselves. This is a very disciplined approach to handling oneself in a hostile environment.

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The 4th MST (Masters and Susa training)

The 4th MST (Masters and Susa training) will be held on Sunday, 5/15 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm Master Kim will be conducting a special demo practice for the Semi-HIMAF. All SUSA and MUSA must attend....

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Looking for a Great Martial Arts School? 7 Tips for Success

There are so many martial arts schools out there that it can be hard to pick the one you want. You must consider your child and their unique personality and needs. So, what do you need to know when making a decision? There are seven tips to keep in mind as you go about the process. Some martial arts schools will be a better fit than others, but the programs as a whole are very beneficial to all kids.

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3rd MST (Masters and Susa Training)

3rd MST (Masters and Susa Training) MST 4/10 Note: In e-mail we should advise for students to eat lightly before this MST   Warm ups-   Standing – MD Sitting Partners – STERN Floor – SM 5 rounds freestyle sparring – JS   LINE UP Back bridge, Neck stretch, head stand(half and full) Front rolls(Start position, Bottoms up,...

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Black Belt Test Candidates Information, May 2016

Black Belt Test Candidates Information, May 2016 1. How to prepare for the Outdoor Test? Backpack running 1.8 mile + middle distance running + short distance running + free style kicking + duck walking etc. Start jogging 2 times per week between 1.5-2 miles each time 2. What is...

Tae Kwon Do
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Discover The Peaceful Philosophy Of Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do, while being a fighting art, has a philosophy of peace and its purpose is to bring about a more peaceful world. In its efforts toward this goal, it starts by building the individual. Through its practice and teachings, it works toward building a person with strong character, a good personality, and one who is moral and ethical in daily life.

Thoughts on the Second MST
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Thoughts on the Second MST(Masters and SUSA Training)

The MST classes in Tarrytown have been a great learning experience not only as student, but as a SUSA member as well. This most recent class has been a very positive experience. I enjoyed being a part of this class with other SUSA members and...

Taekwondo Belts
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Taekwondo Belts Meaning

There are many Taekwondo belts, all different colors. They are all a different rank of course up the ladder to black belt. So what do those colors mean?