Oyen’s North Alabama Tang Soo Do

03/21/2026

02/15/2026

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02/05/2026

Registration for World Championship is open:
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01/27/2026

The spring Dan test and All-Ranks Clinic information and hotel booking link has been updated on the WTSDA Region 6 website. Book early!

Region 6 sanctioned events

01/25/2026

UPDATE as of 4:00, 1/26- Thanks to improved conditions, the facility will open at 10:00 tomorrow- Tuesday, 1/27. The AQUATIC CENTER will remain scheduled to open at noon to allow for maintenance required prior to usage. No group classes until late evening. Child Watch will open for evening classes only.

01/24/2026

ATTN Members: Out of an abundance of caution, our Y will be CLOSED Saturday (1/24) and Sunday (1/25). We will evaluate conditions on Sunday evening and communicate plans for Monday at that time.
Please note that 24/7 fitness access will remain available as long as we have power. If there is a loss of power or conditions become unsafe, access may be temporarily suspended.
Your safety is our top priority. Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe this weekend.

01/24/2026

World Championships update!!
We have added rooms to the hotel block for the Championship Hotel.
All days should have availability again.
Book your room here..
https://book.passkey.com/event/51012688/owner/27662/home

We also have a website from the local tourism board with some fun stuff to do in the area.
https://www.chicagonorthwest.com/tang-soo-do/

Tournament registration will be open soon. Stay tuned!!

01/13/2026

One of our youth students was asked what he’s doing in his TSD class. He wanted to let us know what his answer was. It’s cool stuff!

12/24/2025

Sending our warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season to our wonderful WTSDA family! See you in the New Year! ✨

12/23/2025

Exciting news about the 2026 World Championship!
Dates: July 15-19th 2026
Location: Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center and Hotel, 1551 Thoreau Dr N, Schaumburg, IL 60173. The hotel is attached to the convention center.

Tentative schedule of events:
• Wednesday July 15th- Ki Gong at the Convention Center
• Thursday July 16th- Ki Gong and WTSDA training clinics at the convention center. A lake and river architectural boat tour of Downtown Chicago with bussing will be available.
• Friday July 17th- Black Belt and creativity competition.
• Saturday July 18th- Opening Ceremonies and Gup competition.
• Saturday night July 18th One Family Championship party in the same room as the competition with a live band and a DJ.
• Sunday July 19th- One Family picnic at Six Flags Great America. About 40 miles North of the hotel. There will be bussing available for an additional cost.
• Bonus Monday July 20th- A Cubs game at historic Wrigley Field with a bus to and from the hotel, a 90 minute behind the scenes tour of Wrigley and a ballgame. WTSDA Member Bus Trip to Wrigley Field. Bus, Ticket, Tour, & Souvenir

The hotel link is open and accepting reservations.
• Reserve your room at the hotel; https://book.passkey.com/event/51012688/owner/27662/home
• Nearest airport: Chicago O’Hare International Airport, ORD.
• Local tourism bureau information on things to do in the area. World Tang Soo Do 2026 World Championships | Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center
• There are many restaurants and activities in the area around the hotel/ convention center. There is even a free shuttle that runs around the town. Woodfield Trolley | Schaumburg, IL

Check out https://worldtangsoodo.com for all the latest information on the World Championships and when registration will be live.

We can’t wait to see our WTSDA One Family at one great location! Tang Soo!

12/22/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from your staff at the YMCA of the Shoals! We appreciate our members and look forward to serving you in the new year. Please note the adjusted holiday hours posted on this page. Hope to see you soon!