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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?

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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...

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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

Taekwondo

Taekwondo
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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.

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Tae Kwon Do In Martial Arts

Comparing Martial Arts

As many people already know, there are many benefits to martial arts training. However, with all of the different styles that are available, you may be wondering which style is best for you.

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.