KMAI

03/21/2026

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03/18/2026

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03/05/2026

General Choi Hong Hi 👊

👊🏻Show me your fist, and I’ll tell you how strong you are.👊🏻
Too small, too skinny, no dobok... No one saw him train, no one saw him fight.
There will always be someone questioning the strength and charisma of General Choi Hong Hi.
How many 80-year-olds do you have around you doing knuckle push-ups every day? How many do you know who do them even in a suit?
When was the last time you did a set of knuckle push-ups?
And the research? The Harvard Study of Adult Development (spanning 80 years) shows that regular strength exercises like push-ups boost longevity and heart health – men doing at least 40 push-ups have a 96% lower risk of cardiovascular disease (source: JAMA Network Open, 2019). Knuckle push-ups additionally strengthen wrists, shoulder stability, and core – perfect for Taekwon-Do!
👉 General Choi Hong Hi incorporated rigorous physical training into Taekwon-Do martial art, with knuckle push-ups being a fundamental exercise for conditioning and strengthening. In his teachings, push-ups are used not just for fitness, but to enhance punching power, wrist stability, and mental fortitude. 

Key aspects of General Choi’s approach to physical conditioning and push-ups include:

* Knuckle/Fist Push-ups: These are prioritized to align the fist with the forearm, protecting the wrist from strain while strengthening the knuckles for impact.
* High-Repetition Training: Historical references related to the Encyclopedia of Taekwon-Do suggest that practitioners can build up to doing 300 push-ups at a time to develop endurance.
* Conditioning for Power: The exercise is designed to prepare the body for the „full body mass”, or „body shifting” techniques that Choi emphasized, requiring a strong core and upper body.
* Daily Practice: Push-ups are part of the daily conditioning routine to, as Choi often taught, train relentlessly.

03/05/2026

Come join us & bring a friend! We are accepting new students of all levels. Contact Master Thompson 820-441-3074.

Train for FREE! (Just pay for your annual ITA Membership & Uniform)

02/19/2026

What did you do to get your body moving today? What is your goal for tomorrow?

02/11/2026

Tell us about a time where one or more of the tenets made a difference in your life!

The five tenets of Taekwondo—Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit—are core principles guiding students toward personal growth, moral character, and respectful behavior both on and off the mat. These tenets emphasize showing respect, maintaining honesty, persisting through challenges, managing emotions, and demonstrating courage.

02/11/2026

WE ARE BACK IN ACTION!
ITA Taekwondo for all levels
Classes starting now.
Train for FREE with qualified instructors (Just pay for your annual ITA Membership & Uniform)
Tuesday & Wednesday 6pm - 7:30pm
Classes held at
Lapeer Community Church
80 N Lake Pleasant Rd, Attica, MI 48412
Call Master Thompson for more info: 810-441-3074 and to reserve your spot.

04/06/2025

Thank you for the memories!
Great to see everyone!

03/26/2025

We will be having a party to celebrate our memories! If you have been part of our KMAI family please join us! April 5th 5pm.

Closing!
In 1975 Master AnnMarie Curell began teaching Martial Arts. In 1986 the school was founded and has been serving the Lapeer Community since. We are proud to have been apart of Lapeer. We have so many memories and lasting friendships . Thank you everyone!
We will be having a party to celebrate our memories! If you have been part of our KMAI family please join us! April 5th 5pm.

03/18/2025

Closing!
In 1975 Master AnnMarie Curell began teaching Martial Arts. In 1986 the school was founded and has been serving the Lapeer Community since. We are proud to have been apart of Lapeer. We have so many memories and lasting friendships . Thank you everyone!
We will be having a party to celebrate our memories! If you have been part of our KMAI family please join us! April 5th 5pm.

01/30/2025

NEW Yin Yoga classes
Monday and Wednesday 6:30-8pm
$15 /class
Come join Terri!
810-667-2101