Tae Kwon Do, which is translated as “the way of kicking and punching,” dates as far back as 37 B.C. Like most martial arts, Tae Kwon Do is based on a defense only principle and embraces character qualities and tenets which improves the practitioners inner self. Some of the qualities taught in Tae Kwon Do are courage, humility, integrity, discipline, honor, respect, indomitable spirit, and perserverance. These qualities can be directly traced to a famous ancient order of Korean Warriors known as the Hwarang. The Hwarang emphasized living life by 5 codes of conduct. These codes are: Loyalty to the nation, respect of parents, faithfulness to friends, courage in battle, and avoidance of unnecessary violence and killing. Tae Kwon Do couples its tenets and codes with explosive kicking and striking techniques which makes it one of the most practical and dynamic of all martial sciences. Modern Tae Kwon Do is considered to have birthed in the 1950’s and eventually made its way to the United States by the mid-1950’s. Tae Kwon Do, today, is an official Olympic Sport which debuts at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney Australia, although it has been an Olympic exhibition Sport since 1988 and a class “A” international sport since 1980. Tae Kwon Do continues to be the fastest growing martial art, practiced by millions world wide.
Class Descriptions
1. Youth & Junior Tae Kwon Do
Our Youth & Junior program welcomes members age 4 to 13 years of all rank levels. This program has been specially designed by out chief instructor, Mr. Geer, to teach children lessons of value, discipline, integrity, humility, indomitable spirit, commitment, and fair play. This program utilizes a strict curriculum which encourages the student to set goals and achieve them. Along with our fundamental curriculum, we have coupled an Olympic Tae Kwon Do training regimen into the students training. This training regimen teaches our junior’s how to perform well under stress and pressure. Come try out our Junior Tae Kwon Do program and literally watch your child’s attitude, coordination, and over all potential to succeed, soar to new heights while having fun doing it!
2. Adult Tae Kwon Do
Our Adult program welcomes members ages 14 years and up of all rank levels. This program teaches the values of the martial sciences, applied self defense, fundamentalism of technique, and good fitness habits. Along with a strong fundamental curriculum we have coupled an exciting Olympic Tae Kwon Do training regimen which promises the highest of motivation and energy. Come try our Adult Tae Kwon Do program and have fun while getting in shape. Increasing your energy level and learning to defend yourself.
Monday
5:45–6:45pm: Youth TKD, 3-12 years old - all belts welcome
6:30–7:30pm: Adult (13 years & older), all belts welcome
Tuesday
8:30–9:30am: Youth TKD, 3-12 years old - all belts welcome
5:45–6:45pm: Adult (13 years & older), all belts welcome
Wednesday
5:45–6:45pm: Youth TKD, 3-12 years old - all belts welcome
Schedules are subject to change if necessary by Master Geer.
Note: All FFSP Tournament Team Members are required to attend 2 regular TKD classes weekly in addition to their training sessions. This is due to the need for poomsae and curriculum attention. Any team member who cuts class or practice without Master Geer's consent will be cut from the team!
Monday Night Adult Self Defense
6:45-7:30 p.m.
Mr. Ronald Geer, Jr. (director of martial arts / Master instructor)
- Total combined 17 years of Martial Arts Training
- 4th Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo with Kukkiwon Credentials
- National level competitor and medalist
- National Level Coach (USTU Certified Level 1)
- USTU Credentialed Official (Level D1)
- Credentialed instructor with United States Chung Do Kwan Association
- Dedicated to developing a Taekwondo program in a positive and constructive way for all to enjoy!
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