Southdale Community Centre, 254 Lakewood Blvd., Winnipeg, Manitoba R2J 3A2, Canada, (204) 793-1300
About Us
History
Taekwondo is a Korean martial arts that focuses on punching and kicking techniques. The literal translation for Taekwondo is "kicking", "punching", and "the art or way of".
Master Instructor
Master Aaron Flaman
Qualifications: 5th Dan WT (World Taekwondo)
Represented Team Saskatchewan at 1993 & 1994 National Team Trials.
Instructing at Southdale since 2005.
Assistant Instructors
Mr. Someth San - 2nd Dan WT
Ms. Sheila Vick - 2nd Dan WT
Five Tenets
The Five Tenets of Taekwondo can be summarized with the acronym, CHIPS.
Courtesy
Actively showing kindness, respect, and demonstrating a polite attitude at all
times.
Humility
Exercise humbleness in training, and acknowledging that the journey in Taekwondo is full of opportunities to learn more.
Indomitable Spirit
Approaching challenges with a positive spirit where fear and anxiety is replaced with eagerness to overcome.
Perseverance
Staying true to the goals that you set for yourself, and striving to work for them.
Self Control
Discipline is fundamental to being a successful Taekwondo martial artist. One must control arms, legs, mind, and attitude in order to hone strength to its maximum.
The Four A’s
Your journey of becoming a practitioner of Taekwondo can be aided with the following guideline known as the Four A’s.
Appearance
Present yourself in a manner that earns respect. Be proud of your art by ensuring that your uniform is neat and clean, and your belt is tight and even.
Attendance
Success in martial arts requires continual practice and exercise. Progress can
only be made through practice.
Attention to Details
Fine tune your movements in form and elegance; observe and adopt the nuances of your Poomse techniques; and demonstrate continual progress towards perfection.
Attitude
The difference between success and failure is the attitude you approach Taekwondo with. Attend each class with the desire to learn and expand your knowledge in the art of Taekwondo. Set yourself a goal to grow where each practice you become better than before. Inspire others with positivity and encouragement so they too can feel supported on their journey.
Coloured Belts
10th Keup - White Belt
Poomse Basic 1, 2, 3
9th Keup - Yellow Stripe
Poomse Taegeuk 1, Il Jang
Heaven and Light
8th Keup - Yellow Belt
Poomse Taegeuk 2, Ee Jang
Joyfulness
7th Keup - Green Stripe
Poomse Taegeuk 3, Sam Jang
Fire
6th Keup - Green Belt
Poomse Taegeuk 4, Sa Jang
Thunder and Lightning
5th Keup - Blue Stripe
Poomse Taegeuk 5, Oh Jang
Wind
4th Keup - Blue Belt
Poomse Taegeuk 6, Yuk Jang
Water
3rd Keup - Red Stripe
Poomse Taegeuk 7, Chil Jang
Mountain
2nd Keup - Red Belt
Poomse Taegeuk 8, Pal Jang
Earth
1st Keup - Black Stripe
Poomse Koryo
Korea
Black Belts
1st Dan
Poomse Keumgang
Diamond
2nd Dan
Poomse Taebaek
Bright Mountain
3rd Dan
Poomse Pyongwon
Vast Plain
4th Dan
Poomse Sipjin
Ten Essence of Longevity
5th Dan
Poomse Jitae
Feet On Ground Looking Skyward
6th Dan
Poomse Cheonkwon
Sky