Empty Hand Combat

05/29/2026

Yes indeed 🙏

05/16/2026

In martial arts, we know every student walks into class carrying something we may never see. 💛
Some are fighting battles at home.
Some struggle to fit in.
Some learn differently.
Some battle anxiety, fear, or self-doubt.
And some just need patience… kindness… and someone who believes in them. 🥋
That’s why we are more than a martial arts school.
We are a FAMILY. 🤝
We train together.
We grow together.
We rise together.
A strong team never leaves anyone behind.
We encourage each other when things get hard.
We protect each other when someone feels weak.
We celebrate every small victory because every step forward matters. 🔥
The truth is…
One kind word can change someone’s day.
One encouraging teammate can change someone’s confidence.
And one supportive community can change a life. ❤️
At Empty Hand Combat, we teach kicks and punches…
But more importantly, we teach respect, compassion, leadership, and heart. 👊
Be kind.
Be patient.
Be the teammate someone needs today.
🥋🔥

05/16/2026

Join us in marching in Nampa’s Parade of America tomorrow.
We will meet at 9:30 am at Northwest Christian Credit Union. Students: wear uniform. Family and Friends: wear EHC Clothing or a black t-shirt. 🇺🇸
We are 79 in number/ line

05/16/2026

Look out kid from the dojo made the news photo 😂

Mark your calendars. June 13 is Free Fishing Day! 🎣

It's a great opportunity to get out and enjoy a day of fishing without a fishing license (all other rules still apply).

Our regions will be hosting a few Free Fishing Day events, bringing fishing gear to various fishing spots, loaning rods, reels and tackle, and helping people learn to fish.

See Free Fishing Day events here: https://idfg.idaho.gov/fish/free-fishing-day

05/09/2026

🌸💖 MOTHER’S DAY MOM & ME CLASS 💖🌸

Free Event 👍

Celebrate Mother’s Day with strength, smiles, and unforgettable memories at 🥋 Empty Hand Combat Nampa!
👩‍👧 Join us for our special Mom & Me Class
📅 Saturday, May 9
⏰ 9:00–10:00 AM
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 204 3rd Ave S, Nampa, ID
✨ Build Confidence
🛡️ Learn Self-Defense
💪 Train Together
😊 Laugh & Have Fun
💞 Create Lasting Memories
This is a Fun class with boding activities and it’s also chance to connect, grow stronger together, and celebrate the amazing moms in our lives! 🌷🥋
Spots are limited — come make this Mother’s Day one to remember! 💐🔥

04/25/2026

04/14/2026

Some changes in Taekwondo -2028

🥋🔥 WT REDEFINES COMBAT ON THE ROAD TO LOS ANGELES 2028

🟥By MundoTaekwondo.com

📍 UZBEKISTAN — The World Taekwondo General Assembly in Tashkent has approved a series of changes set to mark a turning point in Olympic taekwondo.

🔥 STRONGER PENALTIES FOR PASSIVITY
In the final 10 seconds:�🚫 Stepping out of bounds�🚫 Falling down�🚫 Avoiding engagement
👉 Will result in Gam-jeom + 2 points to the opponent

💥 What changes?�1️⃣ No more “freezing” the fight�2️⃣ Constant attacking until the very end�3️⃣ More dramatic comebacks
⚠️ No one will be able to manage the clock passively

📈 NEW POINT GAP (MAXIMUM LEAD)
⬆️ Increased from 12 to 15 points
Why?
�🥋 Spinning head kicks are now worth 6 points

⚖️ STRICTER BOUNDARY RULES
👣 If ANY part of the foot crosses the line…�👉 Automatic Gam-jeom
💥 This removes:�❌ Referee interpretation�❌ Edge “gamesmanship”
✔️ More clarity�✔️ More consistency

🥋 RETURN TO TRADITIONAL RESPECT
Before declaring the winner:�👉 “Cha-ryeot” (attention)�👉 “Kyeong-rye” (bow)
💡 Purpose:�🥋 Reinforce traditional values�🤝 Show genuine respect�⚖️ Balance sport and tradition

🎥 TECHNOLOGICAL REVOLUTION
🔍 Technical Card System�✔️ Appeals at any time�✔️ Covers system, referee or operator errors�❌ Incorrect appeal = Gam-jeom
👨‍⚖️ Review Jury + TD + CSB�📍 Intervene in critical decisions�📍 Final 10 seconds�📍 High-level events
👉 Fewer errors, greater fairness

World Taekwondo Technical Director Philippe Bouedo has led this transformation.

💬 “Clearer rules and technology reduce subjectivity. We are also bringing back respect to reinforce taekwondo’s identity.”

🔥 Where is the sport heading?
�✔️ More active fights�✔️ Fairer decisions�✔️ Stronger martial identity

🥇 CONCLUSION
World Taekwondo takes a firm step forward.
Heading into Los Angeles 2028, we will see:�🔥 More intense bouts�🧠 Greater strategy�🥋 Stronger respect

🙌 ADAPT OR FALL BEHIND
Athletes and coaches must evolve quickly.
👉 The rules have changed…�👉 The game has changed
🚨 The road to Los Angeles has begun�And it will be more demanding than ever.

MUNDOTAEKWONDO LÍDERES MUNDIALES EN PRENSA ESPECIALIZADA EN TAEKWONDO. Somos una Agencia de Comunicación y Publicidad con sus propios medios.

04/10/2026

🙏

Hello all,

It’s been three weeks since that fateful day. My kids and I were doing yard work in the backyard when I got the call. It was confusing. He had just texted me about an hour before saying he was going to be home late after a meeting.

It’s still all surreal. Just seems like he’s at work, working at making Nampa a better place to live. He had a gift in business, macro-building (I don’t know if that’s a real word but it sounds right), managing big things, like a county or city. And he would have done well to usher Nampa into its next phase of growth.

I can’t begin to describe the outpouring of love and support from people near and far. It’s been an overwhelming blessing. I don’t know as many people as Rick did so I can’t even begin to thank everyone, as I don’t know many of you that have reached out. But the Lord does and He sees you. Thank you all from the depths of my heart. Know that you all have made this process easier than it would have otherwise been.

I thank you all on behalf of my family. I want to give an extra special recognition to the City of Nampa, Amy and Clay from the Mayor’s Office, Mitch from the Nampa Chamber of Commerce, Bruce and Debbie Skaug. They have walk me by the hand and I’m so grateful. There are so many more people that have walked along side me that I could not name them all. But you know who you are. You’ve all played a role in honoring Rick by loving us as you have. So thank you, again. Thank you. Thank you. The tremendous support and care that we’ve received is immeasurable. Rick would be proud.

As life settles into the regular grind and needs of each day, I’m sure there will be ups and downs, as it has been these past few weeks, we take comfort in knowing that Rick is with his Creator and Saviour.

If you see us out and about, please don’t be afraid to say hi, shake hands or even share a hug. We continue to love Nampa and still desire it to be a special place for our children to grow.

From our hearts,
Mimi Hogaboam, for the family

04/09/2026

🔥 Nampa’s BEST Summer Camp is HERE @ Endeavor Elementary School 🔥

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Empty Hand Combat 💥

This year’s camp is packed with nonstop action and fun:
🥷 Ninja training
🏃 Parkour
🤸 Gymnastics
🥋 Martial arts
💃 Dance
⚽ Indoor & outdoor sports
🤝 Team building
🎨 Arts & crafts
🎮 Tons of exciting games!

Spots are limited, so don’t wait!
👉 Sign up today and save your spot: https://sparkpages.io/?i=_1A0b

02/26/2026

We are looking for an Admin 🔥who is good at phone call & good pay with bonuses at the end of the summer 🙏
PM me or call our Dojo