Taekwondo is a Korean Martial Art and Olympic sport. Basically the meaning of Taekwondo is the Art or way of Kicking and Punching.
To put it simply Taekwon-Do is a version of unarmed combat designed for the purpose of self-defence. It is more than just that, however. It is the scientific use of the body in the method of self-defence; a body that has gained the ultimate use of its facilities through intensive physical and mental training.
It is a martial art that has no equal in either power or technique. Though it is a martial art, its discipline, technique and mental training are the mortar for building a strong sense of justice, fortitude, humility and resolve. It is this mental conditioning that separates the true practitioner from the sensationalist, content with mastering only the fighting aspects of the art.
Benefits of Taekwondo
Enhance Self Esteem By working on the Mental and Physical capabilities.
Develop Discipline By learning the tenets of Taekwondo and instilling the essence of the martial art.
Build Confidence Through encouragement and guidance on how to take control of ones emotions.
Strengthening of Both Mind and Body By developing good motor skills and coordination.
Learn Self-defense By giving you leverage if put in a life threatening situation.
Benefits of Martial Arts For the Kids Today!!!!
Admit it. When the going gets tough at home, we've all plopped the kids in front of the television and breathed a sigh of relief. Finally, we can get started on dinner, maybe check email or sort that massive pile of laundry.
But when your five-year old yells at you "Mom, Kids Rule!" or your ten-year old horrifies you with language that would make a sailor blush, you realize there must be something amiss with what these "family programs" really teach our kids. And sadly, its happening all over the media today, from sports to cartoons, and our children are learning things that we, as parents, vowed we would never teach them. Old fashioned values like respect and self-discipline, seems to have been forgotten, replaced by the dreaded "bling bling" pop culture of today.
Just the thought of your angelic three-year old morphing into a designer-clad, smart-mouthed, money-worshipping, me-obsessed, lay-about is enough to make any parent consider that threatening military school brochure, but there is a solution out there to consider.
Martial Arts training.
From Ninja Turtles to The Karate Kid
You and your kids have all seen the flying kicks, battle cries and mighty chops of their favorite TV characters, as they beat the bad guys to submission - but, you may ask, how on earth can these acts of violence teach my child anything worthwhile?
First, know that what you see on television (save perhaps the Karate Kid) is a far cry from what real martial arts are all about. The fact is, martial arts training is based on non-violence.
Originating in Asia (mainly Japan, China and Korea, although Thailand and Vietnam have their own practices as well), martial arts range from a variety of types and styles, all of which are based on well-rounded, moral teachings. The beauty of learning martial arts is that it encompasses not just the physical aspect of the "sport", but mental and emotional lessons as well.
Comparing that to other kid's activities and sports, where fierce competitiveness and "winning at all costs" seems to be the order of the day, it's not surprising that many children grapple with issues of self-esteem and misplaced aggression.
Now imagine your child actually learning valuable life lessons, skills that he or she will take throughout life, laying the foundation for a happy, well-adjusted and fulfilled adult life.
I'm Coach Donnie Geisler and i've been practicing Taekwondo since i was 6 yrs old. I loved the sport so much up until now.
Taekwondo has given me all the great opportunities. I was able to compete in multiple Local and International competitions and blessed with all sorts of awards and honors.
Probably my biggest achievement is being able to represent our country in the past Sydney and Athens Olympics.
Now i plan to reach out to the children of today by giving back through teaching the art i love so much which is Taekwondo.
So parents don't pass the opportunity to let your children learn the art of Taekwondo.
FOR INQUIRIES PLEASE CALL : 0917 5870808 OR 0917 5840808,
(02) 211 4120 and (02) 211 4108
and look for Coach Donnie or Ms. Jen
