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 Instructor
Mr. Someth San - 3rd Dan WT
Assistant Instructor
Ms. Sheila Vick - 2nd Dan WT
Junior Assistant Instructor
Mr. K. San - 2nd Dan WT
Junior Assistant Instructor
Miss C. Viveiros - 1st 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 Gup - White Belt
Tested on: Basic Patterns 1, 2, 3
9th Gup - Yellow Stripe
Tested on: Poomse Taegeuk 1
Il Jang, Heaven and Light
8th Gup - Yellow Belt
Tested on: Poomse Taegeuk 2
Ee Jang, Joyfulness
7th Gup - Green Stripe
Tested on: Poomse Taegeuk 3
Sam Jang, Fire
6th Gup - Green Belt
Tested on: Poomse Taegeuk 4
Sa Jang, Thunder and Lightning
5th Gup - Blue Stripe
Tested on: Poomse Taegeuk 5
Oh Jang, Wind
4th Gup - Blue Belt
Tested on: Poomse Taegeuk 6
Yuk Jang, Water
3rd Gup - Red Stripe
Tested on: Poomse Taegeuk 7
Chil Jang, Mountain
2nd Gup - Red Belt
Tested on: Poomse Taegeuk 8
Pal Jang, Earth
1st Gup - Black Stripe
Tested on: Poomse Koryo
Korea
Black Belts
1st Dan/Poom
Poomse Keumgang
Diamond
2nd Dan/Poom
Poomse Taebaek
Bright Mountain
3rd Dan/Poom
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
Heaven’s Great Mighty
7th Dan
Poomse Hansu
Birth of a Life and Growth, Strength and Weakness, Magnanimity and Harmony, and Adaptability
8th Dan
Poomse Ilyo
Harmonization of Spirit and Body
NOTE: Junior Black Belt (aka "Poom") are those under 15 years of age on day of testing.