Mercury Taekwon-Do

17/08/2026

Well done, Team!

We are incredibly proud of all our students. Your hard work, dedication and commitment are paying off! Keep pushing, keep learning and keep believing in yourselves.

🥋 TAEKWONDO SUCCESS FOR SUNNINGDALE LEARNERS! 🥋

This past weekend (15 August 2026), four of our dedicated Sunningdale Primary School learners participated in an intensive Korean Martial Arts Seminar and formal grading hosted by the West Coast Korean Martial Art Centre right here on our school grounds! 🏫✨

Huge congratulations to our martial artists:

⭐ Madison Joubert (Grade 6E3)

⭐ Jack Joubert (Grade 4E2)

⭐ Ruan van Vuuren (Grade 4E1)

⭐ Hannah Wiese (Grade 4E4)

All four students showcased remarkable focus, skill, and perseverance throughout the event. They passed their grading with flying colours and successfully progressed to the next belt level in their martial arts journey! 🏅👏

We are incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication. Keep soaring to new heights, team! High five! 👋🔥

17/08/2026

COME JOIN OUR TAEKWON-DO FAMILY!

Looking for something positive for your child to do after school? Or maybe you’ve been wanting to get active and try something new yourself?

At West Coast Korean Martial Arts Centre, we’re more than just kicking and punching. We work together, encourage each other and help our students grow in confidence, discipline and strength.
We’d love to meet you and let you experience it for yourself.

Juniors (6–11 years)

Monday – 17:30
Wednesday – 18:00
Thursday – 17:30

Seniors (12+)

Monday – 18:20
Wednesday – 18:40
Thursday – 18:20

Table View, Cape Town
Contact: Sabum Barend
Website: https://wckmac.co.za

02/08/2026

Come join us for a FREE trial lesson!
Your journey begins with one step... Take it with WCKMAC.
📍 Book your FREE trial lesson today!
📞 083 779 8641
https://wckmac.co.za

The Five Tenets of Taekwon-Do

Taekwon-Do is more than kicks and punches—it is a way of life. Every student strives to live by these five tenets:

🤝 Courtesy (Ye Ui)
Treat everyone with kindness, respect, and good manners.

⚖️ Integrity (Yom Chi)
Be honest, do what is right, even when no one is watching.

💪 Perseverance (In Nae)
Never give up. Keep pushing forward through every challenge.

🧠 Self-Control (Guk Gi)
Master your emotions, words, and actions in every situation.

🦅 Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgool)
Stand firm with courage and determination, no matter the obstacle.

"Success in Taekwon-Do is not measured by the colour of your belt, but by the strength of your character." 🥋

13/07/2026

https://tabletalk.co.za/news/2026-07-10-mercury-taekwon-do-students-shine-at-the-masa-national-festival/

A big congratulations to our club representatives At the MASA nationals. Well done👊

Amber and Niklyn Pillay from Table View's Mercury Taekwon-Do excelled at the MASA National Festival in Pretoria, earning prestigious accolades and showcasing their martial arts skills.

09/07/2026

This is something for everyone to see.

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17VRtWAwo8/

22/06/2026

“Looking for an activity that builds character? 👊
Taekwon-do is for boys, girls, teens & adults!
Learn: 🥋 Confidence
🥋 Discipline
🥋 Respect
🥋 Self-defence
Start your journey today
https://wckmac.co.za/

01/06/2026

So many see a Black belt as a destination, but very few understand that it is only another step in understanding your Art. Taekwon-Do has no destination as it has no end. Constant growth, self improvement and seeking knowledge should never be limited to a destination. Enjoy the journey...

Congratulations to Bsb Jacques Joubert, Bsb Sarieta & Bsb Elrieta Pienaar on successfully completing their 1st Dan training and achieving their 2nd Dan qualifications. 👊🏼

Thank you to Sahyun Shaheed Karachi for sharing your time, insight and cultivated knowledge during the grading. We understand the value of having a 7th Dan Taekwon-Do Master available to us and it is much appreciated.👊🏼

Thank you to Bsb Jerome Pillay & Bsb Bradley Smith for assisting during the day. Your time is greatly appreciated. 👊🏼

29/05/2026

You are the creator of your reality.
Read that again.
Life isn’t happening to you, it’s happening through you.
Every thought you think, every emotion you sit in, every belief you hold… is shaping what comes next.
Stay stuck in fear, worry, and limitation?
You call in more of the same.
Focus on possibility, gratitude, and what you actually want?
Your reality begins to shift.
This isn’t magic. It’s alignment.
Your outer world will always mirror your inner world.
So stop waiting for the perfect circumstances.
Decide what you want. Write it down. Visualize it daily.
And start showing up as the version of you who already has it.
Your reality will catch up faster than you think.

Call now to connect with business.

07/02/2026

Here are some interesting health facts about doing Taekwon-Do:

🧠 It literally rewires your brain

Taekwon-Do improves neuroplasticity. Learning patterns (tuls), timing kicks, and reacting fast strengthens brain connections — especially for focus, memory, and decision-making. That’s why kids and adults often show better concentration and discipline.

❤️ Your heart gets fitter without boring cardio

A single Taekwon-Do session can push your heart rate into the aerobic + anaerobic zones.
That means:
Better cardiovascular endurance
Lower resting heart rate over time
Reduced risk of heart disease

🦴 Stronger bones, not just muscles

All the kicking, jumping, and impact movements increase bone density.
This helps:
Prevent osteoporosis later in life
Strengthen joints and connective tissue
Improve long-term posture and stability

17/01/2026

So many lessons in this short clip