Kevin Hytten and Brad Mongeon - Past L/L TKD Directors
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The Taekwondo program will not only teach the participants the physical techniques of Taekwondo, but will also stress the philosophies of Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverence, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit that acts as its base. Taekwondo is a Korean unarmed martial art consisting mainly of strikes with the feet and hands. We will study how to apply Taekwondo in self-defense, competitions, and as a form of artistic expression. This program will offer exposure to different cultures and their ways of thinking. By living in a program with others interested in Taekwondo, we will be able to improve ourselves both physically and mentally. This program is open to people of all levels and arts but it should be made clear the only Taekwondo will be studied during class time. PROGRAM DIRECTORS:
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES Members will become well aquainted with the physical techniques of Taekwondo and will learn how to apply them in common self-defense situations. A. Members will be required to attend at least one session of formal class instruction per week (ongoing). Members are strongly encouraged to practice the learned techniques outside of class. They are also encouraged to observe and participate in other martial art/self-defense seminars. B. The program will sponsor a weekly workout session that is open to all members where techniques and ideas can be practiced and discussed. Higher ranking students will be expected to help the lower ranking students to understand the topics being covered in class. C. Books on Taekwondo techniques and philosophy as well as other related subjects are a part of the library in the suite. The Taekwondo library is continually expanding so that members can read to help clarify what is learned in class. Members will become familiar with some specific aspect of Eastern philosophy or history and become well versed in the same. A. Members will attend presentations given by instructors concerning philosophy, history, and technique to give them deeper insight into what they are studying (ongoing). B. Each member will study the writings of Eastern philosophy concerning various topics. these should include a general history of the philosopher's country of origin. Knowledge of their ethnic background may give insight to their thoughts (ongoing). C. Members will become familiar with Korean historical figures and events. The members will be tested on their knowledge (ongoing). D. A bulletin board will be maintained in the program suites where research can be shared with other members (ongoing). Knowledge of and improvement in Taekwondo will be shown through some form of public martial arts event (ongoing). A. Members will participate in at least one aspect of the numerous martial arts tournaments. Examples of participation include: Sparring (kyorugi), demonstrations of power and accuracy (kyukpa), demonstrations of the beauty of Taekwondo movements (poomse) or assisting in the operations of the tournament. The main purpose is to gain a greater understanding of Taekwondo in its entirety. It also allows members to meet others involved in the martial arts community. B. Members are also expected to help and/or participate in demonstrations of Taekwondo and/or self-defense seminars given by the program. These would be open to the public. C. There will be three rank testings held per school year. All eligible members may, if they wish, test for legitimate belt rank and certification in Taekwondo. COMMUNITY SERVICE A. The L/L Taekwondo program will assist in providing free Taekwondo training to the UVM Community. B. Self-defense seminars will be offered to the UVM community free of charge, sponsored by the Taekwondo program. MASTER INSTRUCTOR Master Ernest A. Hart has been involved with UVM Taekwondo since September 1991. Master Hart has served the club as a club officer, L/L program director, and assistant instructor. Master Hart has served as the chief instructor and program advisor since May 1996. He holds the rank of 4th Dan (degree) black belt. For more information, see INSTRUCTOR |
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