Taekwondo for Children
Taekwondo (跆拳道) is a Korean martial art and the national sport of South Korea. In Korean, tae (跆) means “to strike with foot,” kwon (拳) means “to strike with fist,” and do (道) means “way.” Taekwondo may be loosely translated as “the way of kicking and punching.” Taekwondo is known for its emphasis on kicking techniques, which distinguishes it from martial arts such as karate or kung fu. The rationale is that the leg is the longest and strongest weapon a martial artist has, and kicks thus have the greatest potential to execute powerful strikes. But Seidokai Taekwondo puts equal emphasis on both punching and kicking. Taekwondo is used by the South Korean military as part of its training. Today Taekwondo is one of the world’s most popular martial art in terms of the number of practitioners, and it has been a Summer Olympic event since 2000. Seidokai Taekwondo class not only provides unique physical training with a belt system, but also stresses the important point that learning and studying martial arts is essentially philosophical and spiritual training. Students are exposed to the fundamental concepts of oriental martial arts and they experience the immense potency and potentiality of martial arts. It will lay a great physical and mental foundation for students’ future experience with a wide range of martial art styles and with a variety of athletic training.
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- Introduction to Taekwondo: Sat 1:00-1:50pm.
(Beginning students are required to take this class for a few weeks to begin their Taekwondo study.
** This class is offered free of charge to the prospective students.)
- Junior Taekwondo: Mon & Thur 4:30-5:20pm.
Instructors: Marvin Lee.
Prerequisite: No prior knowledge or experience needed, but mental and emotional focus, patience, discipline, and respect are required. Students who do not demonstrate these qualities will be dismissed.
Registration Process: Seidokai Taekwondo Program accepts only a limited number of students. To join the program, prospective students/parents first need to agree with Seidokai Taekwondo Statement by signing it. Please read SEIDOKAI TAEKWONDO STATEMENT carefully. And download, print, sign, and submit the form to the Director of Seidokai when you visit the dojo for an interview. After the interview, one or two weeks of a testing period follow. During the period, the students attend the regular classes as temporary members. For accepted members, a one- to four-hour-long free private lessons are given through Introduction to Taekwondo class.
Required Attire and Equipment for Class: Taekwondo students train in bare feet and dobok (uniform). It is important to keep the dobok neat, clean, and pressed. Having the proper clothing will enhance your workout both physically and mentally.
Tuition (one month): $120 (Mudansha), $40 (Black Belt).
- Registration fee: $150. Registration fee includes a set of Taekwondo uniform with a belt and school patch.
- For private lessons, please contact Seidokai staff.