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Basic Tae Kwon Do Training
Tae Kwon Do training begins with basic stances, blocks, kicks, and punches. Students learn to perform these techniques deliberately and precisely by practicing patterns (forms). Beginning students then use these techniques in predetermined block/attack/counter attack movements in response to prearranged attacks (Step Sparring). Students then put all these skills together and learn to free-spar against opponents of lesser, equal, or greater skills. Students also learn self-defense techniques to allow them to respond to real life "street" situations.
General Exercise/Warm-up
You will perform various types of general exercises, such as push-ups, sit-ups, leg lifts, etc., to develop strength and conditioning in preparation for stretching and training. Once warmed up, students perform various stretching exercises. It is important that the muscles are warm before stretching, otherwise, injury may occur.
Stretching
You will stretch after a warm up to loosen ligaments, muscles, and joints. You are encouraged at the end of class, while your body is warm and loose, to perform another series of stretches to increase your flexibility. Flexibility is important for performing high, fast kicks.
Floor Drills
Floor drills are moves or techniques done up and down the dojang floor. The instructor "calls out" the moves and the class immediately performs them. Floor drills help develop technical preciseness in techniques and build strength and stamina. Floor drills help to develop discipline, students must remain focused to correctly respond to given commands.
Target Drills
Target drills are techniques performed against a hand target held by a partner. They permit students to practice full power techniques against a moving target and develop precision.
Bag Drills
Bag drills are techniques performed against a heavy bag, either a Wave master or a hanging bag. They permit full power techniques to be tested against a solid object.
Pad Drills
Pad drills are techniques performed against a heavy pad held by a partner. They permit full power techniques to be performed against a moving, resisting object.
Pattern Training (Forms)
Pattern training involves a series of predetermined moves applied against an imaginary opponent or opponents. Pattern training helps students develop proper blocking and striking techniques, proper stances, focus on target area, breath control, flexibility, agility, mental discipline, and strength.
Step-Sparring
Tae Kwon Do step-sparring is performed with a partner, with or without training aids, such as pads or targets. In step-sparring, students work with a partner to practice blocks and attacks in a more realistic manner. These various techniques are practiced against an opponent to develop proficiency. Movements may be predetermined or the instructor may direct the training by assigning the attacks and blocks. It teaches students ways to defend themselves against a variety of attacks or attackers, builds confidence with techniques that provides power, speed, and accuracy, and increases knowledge of opponent's vital areas. Multiple attackers may also be used.
Free Sparring
During the first months in training, beginning students are working on developing proper technique as well as self-control. As students move into the intermediate stage of their program, "Free Sparring" classes will be included in their training. In Free Sparring, students learn to develop mental approaches and fighting techniques in a free flowing sparring environment. It gives students an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills developed they learned, in mock combat. During free-sparring, students wear protective equipment and precise control is used to prevent injury. As skills and experience increase, blocks and attacks become "second nature," they occur without conscious thought.
The basic types of free-sparring are:
Class sparring where you try new techniques and work with your partner to develop your sparring skills.
Test sparring where you work with your partner to highlight each others sparring skills for the testing judges. For the best results a variety of techniques need to be demonstrated in a fluid, controlled manner. Partners should work at a balance of steady attack and counter attack as well as blocking.
Point sparring where you try to "outplay" your opponent and score more points than he or she. Light contact is allowed.
Semi-contact sparring is a type of tournament sparring where light to medium contact is required to earn a point.
Full-contact sparring where competitors try to knockout their opponents or have their opponents submit. ***Please note this type of sparring is not required for advancement in Tae Kwon Do, but is offered to those individuals seeking reality based training.
Self-defense sparring where you practice realistic street techniques with your partner. It helps students develop their action/reaction skills. Students develop defenses and counterattacks to holds, takedowns, hand and foot strikes, and weapons.
Board Breaking
Board breaking, gives students an opportunity to demonstrate power, gain confidence in their skills, and to gauge the effectiveness of their techniques. It is a great way to judge your speed, strength, and focus. Board breaking is practiced using pads and followed with re-breakable boards prior the actual wood board breaks.
Why Wait, Just Do It
Tae Kwon Do may be just what you need. The only way to find out is to take the first step and go to a class. We can't wait to hear from you!
Tae Kwon Do training begins with basic stances, blocks, kicks, and punches. Students learn to perform these techniques deliberately and precisely by practicing patterns (forms). Beginning students then use these techniques in predetermined block/attack/counter attack movements in response to prearranged attacks (Step Sparring). Students then put all these skills together and learn to free-spar against opponents of lesser, equal, or greater skills. Students also learn self-defense techniques to allow them to respond to real life "street" situations.
General Exercise/Warm-up
You will perform various types of general exercises, such as push-ups, sit-ups, leg lifts, etc., to develop strength and conditioning in preparation for stretching and training. Once warmed up, students perform various stretching exercises. It is important that the muscles are warm before stretching, otherwise, injury may occur.
Stretching
You will stretch after a warm up to loosen ligaments, muscles, and joints. You are encouraged at the end of class, while your body is warm and loose, to perform another series of stretches to increase your flexibility. Flexibility is important for performing high, fast kicks.
Floor Drills
Floor drills are moves or techniques done up and down the dojang floor. The instructor "calls out" the moves and the class immediately performs them. Floor drills help develop technical preciseness in techniques and build strength and stamina. Floor drills help to develop discipline, students must remain focused to correctly respond to given commands.
Target Drills
Target drills are techniques performed against a hand target held by a partner. They permit students to practice full power techniques against a moving target and develop precision.
Bag Drills
Bag drills are techniques performed against a heavy bag, either a Wave master or a hanging bag. They permit full power techniques to be tested against a solid object.
Pad Drills
Pad drills are techniques performed against a heavy pad held by a partner. They permit full power techniques to be performed against a moving, resisting object.
Pattern Training (Forms)
Pattern training involves a series of predetermined moves applied against an imaginary opponent or opponents. Pattern training helps students develop proper blocking and striking techniques, proper stances, focus on target area, breath control, flexibility, agility, mental discipline, and strength.
Step-Sparring
Tae Kwon Do step-sparring is performed with a partner, with or without training aids, such as pads or targets. In step-sparring, students work with a partner to practice blocks and attacks in a more realistic manner. These various techniques are practiced against an opponent to develop proficiency. Movements may be predetermined or the instructor may direct the training by assigning the attacks and blocks. It teaches students ways to defend themselves against a variety of attacks or attackers, builds confidence with techniques that provides power, speed, and accuracy, and increases knowledge of opponent's vital areas. Multiple attackers may also be used.
Free Sparring
During the first months in training, beginning students are working on developing proper technique as well as self-control. As students move into the intermediate stage of their program, "Free Sparring" classes will be included in their training. In Free Sparring, students learn to develop mental approaches and fighting techniques in a free flowing sparring environment. It gives students an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills developed they learned, in mock combat. During free-sparring, students wear protective equipment and precise control is used to prevent injury. As skills and experience increase, blocks and attacks become "second nature," they occur without conscious thought.
The basic types of free-sparring are:
Class sparring where you try new techniques and work with your partner to develop your sparring skills.
Test sparring where you work with your partner to highlight each others sparring skills for the testing judges. For the best results a variety of techniques need to be demonstrated in a fluid, controlled manner. Partners should work at a balance of steady attack and counter attack as well as blocking.
Point sparring where you try to "outplay" your opponent and score more points than he or she. Light contact is allowed.
Semi-contact sparring is a type of tournament sparring where light to medium contact is required to earn a point.
Full-contact sparring where competitors try to knockout their opponents or have their opponents submit. ***Please note this type of sparring is not required for advancement in Tae Kwon Do, but is offered to those individuals seeking reality based training.
Self-defense sparring where you practice realistic street techniques with your partner. It helps students develop their action/reaction skills. Students develop defenses and counterattacks to holds, takedowns, hand and foot strikes, and weapons.
Board Breaking
Board breaking, gives students an opportunity to demonstrate power, gain confidence in their skills, and to gauge the effectiveness of their techniques. It is a great way to judge your speed, strength, and focus. Board breaking is practiced using pads and followed with re-breakable boards prior the actual wood board breaks.
Why Wait, Just Do It
Tae Kwon Do may be just what you need. The only way to find out is to take the first step and go to a class. We can't wait to hear from you!
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Is TaeKwonDo For Everyone
Dragonfly TaeKwonDo's Family Martial Arts Center is a total program of family fun, fitness and self defense. Tae Kwon Do training is for everyone no matter the age or current physical ability. You will not be measured by any set standard or compared to others. Our goal is to create an atmosphere of success and accomplishment, making sure every student feels great about themselves as they make their journey towards becoming a black belt.
Dragonfly TaeKwonDo's Family Martial Arts Center is a total program of family fun, fitness and self defense. Tae Kwon Do training is for everyone no matter the age or current physical ability. You will not be measured by any set standard or compared to others. Our goal is to create an atmosphere of success and accomplishment, making sure every student feels great about themselves as they make their journey towards becoming a black belt.
Contact us
E-mail: Mr. L'amoureaux
(503)-709-0379
What to Expect in Our Classes
Class Session
A typical class will usually last 45 minutes and consists of one or more of the following:
Warm-up
Stretching
Drills
Technique Review
Forms Review
Step sparring
Free-sparring
Breaking
Class Session
A typical class will usually last 45 minutes and consists of one or more of the following:
Warm-up
Stretching
Drills
Technique Review
Forms Review
Step sparring
Free-sparring
Breaking