The Black Belt Center is a Tae Kwon Do ChangMooKwan Academy. Our goal for every student is not only to earn their black belt, but to grow in the most important area, which is character- not only in the art, but in life. By working towards these goals, we create an environment in which the student develops confidence through accomplishing high, but realistic attainable goals.
The Black Belt Center is the name that was chosen
because our belief in the value of the black belt in its traditional sence.
Self- Defense: You will learn effective and powerful self-defense skills as well as the fundamental attitudes
appropriate to those skills. The basic attitudes of successful marital artist (and a successful person) are respect, discipline, goal setting, and effective leadership.
Respect: Through the martial arts philosophy and customs, the student learns to build superior relationship based on respect and friendship.
Discipline: Through martial arts training, the student develops self-motivation and perseverance. Goal Setting: Goal setting is a necessary road map for a successful life. It was once said that, " If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail." On the road toward a black belt the student gains the experience and a feeling of success by earning higher belt ranks. Leadership: As you work with your fellow students you will develop communication skill. At the level of red belt,
you will be able to participate in our leadership and advance program.
Outstanding Citizenship: This unique block in training is very important because it helps shape character and creates a higher moral standard. We require our students to do the extra special act that will set them apart in our society. Acts of kindness are often forgotten and as adults we often see our youth in a state of neglect when it comes to respect for others specially our senior members of society. Students are also required to participate in various community events, parades, displays, and or volunteering at our local community centers.
Our Classes will consist of, but not limited to:
Warm Ups
Stretching
Tumbling
Rolling
Fighting Techniques
Self Defense Techniques
Drills
Kicking
Punching
One-step fighting | Personal Protection Scenarios
Blocking
Throws
Forms (hyungs, Katas)
Basic/advanced Techniques
Bag kicking and punching
grappling and sparring
"C" or better grade average and outstanding citizen contributions. |
Color Belts Ranking in our System is as follows:
Black Belt (universe reached/ready for the true meaning)
Probitional Black Belt (transition from the sun into the universe)
Master Red
Second Red
First Red (Reaching for the sun/ danger)
Master Blue
First Blue (reaching for the sky)
Master Yellow (reaching in the earth for the precious gold)
Second Yellow
First Yellow
White Belt (begginer/purity)
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Tenets of Tae Kwon Do Chang Moo Kwan Courtesy ( Ye –Yi) Justice ( Yung Yi)
Perseverance ( Ing Nae)
Self Control ( Guk Ki)
Indomitable Spirit ( Tu Yi)
Our Motto " Once I put my mind to it, Nothing is impossible."
Philosophy by Grand Master Wiedenman
"A disciplined student reacts with intellect…
An undisciplined student reacts with emotion."
"Traditional techniques are always taught first.
Later instruction in techniques may include some modifications.
Modified techniques are always subservient to the traditional techniques."
Rules and Regulations
Students are to bow respectfully when entering and/or leaving the dojang and upon first encounter with Instructor or Master. - Discipline yourself to respect a fellow student who holds a higher belt then you.
- Always address your Instructor/Master with " Yes Sir, No Sir."
- Foul language, derogatory remarks, horseplay or disrespect is not allowed.
- No shoes, gum, candy, drinks, (other than water) is permitted in the dojang/Studio.
- Always wear a clean dobok (uniform) and demonstrate good hygiene.
- Keep fingernails trimmed.
- Show enthusiasm, spirit, and good sportsmanship at all times.
- Always face the opposite direction from the instructor and flags when fixing your dobok.
- Never argue with the instructor.
- Never use your knowledge and ability indiscriminately.
- Notify your instructor when absent due to illness or vacation.
- Remember that " Tae Kwon Do Chang Moo Kwan" is not only for your health and your self-defense, but for mental discipline that takes constant practice.
- Support your Taekwondo dojang by inviting your friends to watch and explain to them the true training spirit of Chang Moo Kwan.
- Remember to always thank your parents or loved ones in letting you spend time away form them for the betterment of your self.