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TKD Tiger’s Program (Ages 4 1/2-6 1/2)

This program focuses on improving children’s basic motor and listening skills. These skills will help them enter society with a more confident and enthusiastic outlook. Your child will be exposed to positive social interaction. They will learn how to work with others and follow directions.

The curriculum consists of developing 8 major skills necessary for participation in any sport or activity in conjunction with 8 personal development skills used to reinforce family values. It also introduces basic Taekwon-Do techniques in an atmosphere which combines playfulness with discipline and prepares the student for entry into the Junior's Program. Each class will be limited to approximately 14 students.

When answering the question, 'What do you expect your child to gain from the TKD Tiger's Program?" the majority of parents indicated that they want their children to learn the values taught at the Taekwon-Do Center - Self-control, concentration, respect, self-discipline, and more. If you are searching for ways to counterbalance the negative messages bombarding your children from movies, electronic games, television and other areas, search no further!

Children's Program (ages 6 1/2-9)

This program elevates young martial artists into the core of our Traditional Taekwon-Do curriculum. It is an age-specific curriculum designed to teach children between 6 1/2 and 9 years of age and is the next stage after the TKD Tiger's Program. This is a serious martial arts program whereby skills learned are similar to the adult program taught with age appropriate methods. It anchors your child to a healthy outlet and creates a vehicle for positive personal development and character building. It also emphasizes perseverance, goal setting, self-directed learning and prepares the student for entry into the Juniors Program.

Main Life Skills Taught in the Children's Program are:

Focus & Coordination

Fitness

Balance

Control & Discipline

Memory

Benefits for Children

1. Our reward system improves children’s self-esteem.

Taekwon-Do is a great activity for a child’s self-esteem. Our school is not like team sports because our emphasis is on developing the individual’s self-esteem, not the team’s winning record. Rank promotions, following strict guidelines, along with internal rewards derived from individual achievements during training is the key. This gives them a great sense of accomplishment that really improves the way they feel about themselves. 

2. Our class structure teaches children discipline.

One of the things parents appreciate most about our classes is the improvement in their child’s self-discipline. We have very patient instructors who love to work with children. We have a lot of fun with the kids, yet we are very clear about limits. We enforce good rules of behavior in class and we expect the same good behavior at home and in school.

3. Our activities channel children’s aggression.

There are and have been quite a number of children who have A.D.H.D as well as other learning challenges. Many doctors actually prescribe Taekwon-Do because of the positive outlet it gives the kids for all that energy.

4. Our confidence classes enhance children’s assertiveness.

Confidence is one of the most important things we can give kids. That’s why every class we teach has confidence-building drills included.

5. Our program teaches life skills.

Our program incorporates practical, proven self-defense methods that your child will get better at with practice. We also teach the kids that the moves they learn in class will work, so they don’t go home and try them on their sibling or neighbor. We also are a licensed Safety N.E.T Kids – No Abductions, No Abuse, No Easy Targets facility. This is a Code Amber Endorsed program which focuses on the prevention of child abductions, sexual abuse, and bullying.

ATTENTION PARENTS:
The Taekwon-Do Center is renowned for its excellent children's programs. We are dedicated to teaching your child how to be successful in everything they do. They will develop a high tolerance to frustration and have increased concentration. Martial arts build character, courtesy, integrity, perseverance, confidence, self-control, self esteem, respect for self and others and a positive attitude. Martial arts are effective in helping children develop the confidence to handle the stress of today's school environment as well as raise their grade levels and improve conduct. Our program teaches practical, proven self defense methods, more importantly we teach children how to avoid trouble in first place. We also have a Stranger Danger awareness program to help your child avoid dangers on the streets and a Bully Prevention program to help them be independent in school. Martial arts provide many positive traits that will help your child through life!

Students wishing to enroll in the Junior's Program will find the curriculum and the training methods extensive and varied.  Students will learn traditional Taekwon-do fundamental movements and familiarize themselves with the application of these movements in patterns and practical fixed sparring exercises.  

Students can then test the effectiveness of their techniques in various ways.  Power and accuracy is demonstrated by the breaking of boards (according to age/size).  Speed and co-ordination is demonstrated in free sparring and close quarter self-defense situations.

A central element of Taekwon-Do are its 24 Patterns (Tuls) which are learned as a student progresses through the grades.  Patterns are sets of various fundamental movements, both offensive and defensive, against an imaginary opponent. These are performed in a fixed and logical sequence to help the student to develop correct technique, balance and precision.

Moral culture is a fundamental part of Taekwon-Do with emphasis placed on courtesy to others and self discipline. This is embodied in the five Tenets of Taekwon-Do:

• Courtesy (Ye Ui)
• Integrity (Yom Chi)
• Perseverance (In Nae)
• Self Control (Guk Gi)
• Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgool)
   
   

Training methods used range from individual and partner to team exercises with extensive use of kick shields and focus pads. The learning of Taekwon-Do techniques provide excellent fitness with conditioning and strengthening of the entire mind and body. The training also involves stretching and strength building exercises to help improve flexibility, fluid range of movement and technique.

Adults (Ages 14 to 100)

This is a traditional martial arts program. It increases your energy and power while teaching you how to master and maximize your willpower and focus. You learn how to get rid of stress and maintain your ideal weight. You will learn to develop true confidence to help you get and achieve what you really want in life. You will develop health, strength, flexibility and balance of mind, body and spirit.

Membership offers separate classes for both Beginners and Advanced students.  In addition, a variety of upgrades are also available.  These classes include Masters Program & Degree Technical Training (Blackbelts).

Martial Arts is one of the most powerful tools in creating positive change. Through the training you will not only condition your body but your mind as well. Your confidence will be built by self-discipline and you will achieve greater respect for yourself and others. You will become a more focused and motivated individual. You'll gain self-control and the ability to resolve conflicts without violence. It's amazing that you can develop all of these positive character traits and get in great shape too only with martial arts.

When you begin your training, your age, gender or current physical condition REALLY doesn't matter. Everyone begins with the basics and then naturally move towards more advanced techniques. You work at your own pace and training in martial arts is anything but boring. It's a high energy, fat burning, stress reducing super charged workout all while learning the age old art of Taekwon-Do.

NEW!! LOW IMPACT MARTIAL ARTS (LIMA)

Martial Arts After 40: Fitness for the New Generation. An integrative holistic approach to meeting the unique needs of older adults. We don't get old because we exercise; we get old because we stop.

‘Aren’t you too old for the martial arts?”

Have you heard this question? Or maybe even looked in the mirror and asked yourself the same thing? Well, the answer is a resounding “NO”. Martial arts can be practiced as long as, if not longer, than just about any other physical pursuit. 

In fact, martial arts get better, not worse, with age. Maybe you are not as fast or flexible as the younger students in class. Perhaps you don’t recover as quickly from your workouts or you are bothered by new aches and pains that you easily shook off when you were younger. These are minor obstacles when you consider the benefits that come with age. The wisdom to slow down, to see the lessons in every class, to mentor younger students, to discover yourself from the inside out. That is what martial arts after 40 is all about. It’s a journey of self, a discovery of the mind and body working as one and knowing you are doing something of great value for yourself.

A quality martial arts school can change your life, because you will soon come to realize that martial arts is a way of life; not merely a form of exercise or method of self defense.

Traditional Taekwon-Do training is one of the best forms of physical and mental training available for older adults. It will:

·        Keep you physically & mentally fit

·        Increase your strength & flexibility

·        Build your self-esteem & self-awareness

·        Leave you with an overall sense of well-being        

Take the first step of an endless journey that can change your life. You’re never too old; you just need a different approach. Master Schneider has been training since 1971. He understands and has the experience of how to teach and train as an older adult.

Call Master Schneider to schedule your private trial session. 908-497-1100