Tae Kwon Do

Teacher: Chase Kreger

Taekwondo is a Korean martial art. In the Korean language, tae means “to strike or break with foot”; kwon means “to strike or break with fist”; and do means “way”, “method”, or “art”. Thus, taekwondo may be loosely translated as “the art of the foot and fist” or “the art of kicking and punching,” according to Wikipedia.

Many people learn Tae Kwon Do for self defense, to gain strength, for exercise, to develop self control or even for meditative purposes.

Martial arts training for kids has shown to improve discipline, concentration, and respect.  Through practicing Tae Kwon Do, a child’s self-confidence and coordination grow into self-mastery.

This class will focus on Tae Kwon Do movements, stretches, exercises, skill and coordination building activities, movement games, as well as the tenants of Tae Kwon Do:

“Tae Kwon Do students aim to achieve courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit.“