ITF Taekwon-Do follows the tenets and philosophy of its founder, General Choi Hong Hi. Its philosophy is based on the essential tenets of courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit. It is essential to apply the tenets of Taekwon-Do and fully embody them both inside and outside the training area ('dojang'). This should not be seen as mere repetition or a habit of memory, but rather as adopting a way of life that aligns us with the power that practicing Taekwon-Do offers. Taekwon-Do, with its four facets, is one of the most complete martial arts: as a self-defense method, as a sport, as a means of social development, and, of course, as a way of life.

COURSES

ITF Taekwon-Do 1

Taekwon-Do 1 focuses on conditioning through various basic stances, as well as hand and foot techniques such as kicks, blocks and strikes. Also, we will be working on basic self-defense and danger awareness in class. By learning these fundamentals, children will enhance their physical, emotional, and intellectual skills. This course is suitable for 1st and 2nd graders, as it embraces games and drills for a more fun and educational environment.

ITF Taekwon-Do 2

Taekwon-Do 2 continues to work on skills learned in Taekwondo 1. This course introduces new, complex combinations of kicking drills, blocks, and strikes, as well as self-defense techniques tailored to different dangerous situations, patterns, and sparring drills. We will also continue working on areas such as the philosophy of ITF Taekwon-Do.

*  Grade 2 students can take this class with instructor consent.

ITF Taekwon-Do 3

Taekwon-Do 3 incorporates more self-defense techniques. Exercises will include specific situations, step sparring, kicking combinations (such as jump and spinning techniques), and a more extensive set of hand techniques. The training includes both defensive and offensive sparring tactics with light contact (using protective gear for safety), arm sparring, and a deeper understanding of competition rules.

*  Grade 5 students can take this class with instructor consent.
*  What You Need: A pair of Taekwondo gloves and foot protectors. Our instructor will assist students in acquiring a pair. There will be additional cost for the protective gear.