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.
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....
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.
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,...
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...
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(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 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?
May 2106 Black Belt Test
Candidates Orientation Tarrytown: Thursday 3/31/2016 7:20 PM Fair Lawn: Wednesday 3/30/2016 6:55 PM Special classes (candidates must attend) Sat 4/23/2016 1:00 - 3:00 PM Sat 4/30/2016 1:00 - 3:00 PM Sun 5/1/2016 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Sat 5/7/2016 1:00 - 4:00 PM "All locations attend to Tarrytown location" Outdoor Test Sunday 5/8/2016 6:30 AM...
2nd MST(Master and SUSA Training
PURPOSE OF TRAINING
1. Developing own skill
2. Discussing better method of teaching
DETAILS OF TRAINING
1. Developing own skill – Partner Target Training
!) Round house/slide back/Spinning round house kick
!!) Skipping Round house/step back/front leg round house kick
2. Discussing better method of teaching
!) What is the biggest issue to teach Side Kick kick to White belt
!!) What method will work well for that issue
• Masters and Susa ; Prepare for this discussion
The Benefits Of Taekwondo For Meditation Training
Understanding one’s inner self is a major part of participating in the practice of meditation. The benefits are numerous including lowering high blood pressure, decreasing stress related tension, improving the immune system and most importantly the strengthening of one’s energy, referred to as prana. The same can be said of studying martial arts as it has similar helpful advantages for health. Combine the two and the benefits would only be multiplied however numerous questions do come up about how practicing something like Taekwondo would be distracting for one who is looking to bring peace to their mind through meditation. This is not so and something we will discuss here.