Bullied At School? We can help!
April is here and we are on a roll. We are having great classes with a fantastic
show of students. We are open for enrolment.
I saw an Amber Alert regarding a small
child. Need I say more. We are
encouraging each student here to focus and do their very best in each and every
technique. I was watching our students
being taught how to defend themselves from a grabbing attempt by a bad person
with evil intentions. They broke loose
from the grab and counter attacked to free them self from harm. We do not play games with this. We take very serious in what’s going on out
and about and train our students not only in martial arts but in very quick
self defense.
Again, Please watch out for signs of bulling. Kids will not discuss this with you, but you can tell by you will be seeing lost of sleep, appetite and grades going down hill.
Remember, we teach respect for parents, teachers and oneself. But how can they learn unless they are thought? Here at Young Yu Tae Kwon Do we focus first on respect. Once they catch on to that then grades improve and Mom and Dad hear “Yes Mam and Yes Sir” This is a shock to some parents and teachers but music to their ears, Our techniques help each student to not fear the one’s bulling them. After a display of their talent and skills they are left alone. Word
quickly gets out and they are respected and in some cases they defend others who are helpless. So, this month why not consider enrolling your kids with Grand Master Yu. He’s a Ninth Dan Grand Master who has been teaching here in Greensboro since
the early 70’s. Call us at 336 292-1430 for an appointment, you'll be glad you did.
Visions for Our School in 2024
What will 2024 mean for us, students of Young Yu Tae Kwon Do? For juniors, will it mean that you learn, recite, and embody the junior pledge? Certainly, these are questions that each individual must answer for him or herself.
As we train this year, let’s remember what makes us different from the exercise salons and sports teams. We do not just throw, run, swing, shoot, or stroke. We engage in a developmental process that can only exist by interaction among people who exhibit respect, intensity, discipline, and effort. When you walk into the Do Chang, bring all you have to give. When you do, everyone benefits.
The Search for Meaning
What is Young Yu Tae Kwon Do really about? Is it creating the best kicking, punching, jumping and flying martial artists in the Triad? If you have attended this school for very long, you may have noticed that there are six words that are printed on our partitions along with their Korean spelling. These words define the heart of a martial artist and certainly the hearts of our instructors here at Young Yu.
Confidence, Respect, Courage, Patience, Discipline, Self Esteem,
Sparring Equipment
We have “Sparring” gear available for purchase to all students. Proper fitting gear is important so it will not interfere with kicking or fighting. If the chest protection is too large it will keep the student from having a proper kicking technique. If you cannot raise your knee, then the kicking technique will be limited and turn out to be a poor one at that. Head, hand and foot gear will also protect the student from being hurt and also allows close contact without
fear of being hurt. Mark your name on all of your equipment.
A “Tenet” is a ‘core belief’ or value.
The 5 Tenets of Taekwondo are a guide for a student’s behavior inside the dojang but are meant to extend outside of it and into real life. It is through the repetition and memorization of these tenets that one’s character is shaped.
It is important for each student of Tae Kwon Do to take some time to think about applying the 5 Tenets to their daily lives in how they act and interact with others in all situations.
Tenets of Tae Kwon Do
#1: Courtesy
Courtesy, refers to being respectful and polite to all others in the dojang (training area or school) as well as people you may meet outside of formal Tae Kwon Do training. Included in this tenet is observing correct etiquette and manners at all times. Your behavior and attitude must be courteous at all times.
Tenets of Tae Kwon Do #2: Integrity
Integrity, includes not only the general definition of integrity where the student is not only able to determine the difference between right and wrong but also being able to stand up for what is ethically correct. Being honest and having strong moral principles is paramount and working hard to be beyond corruption are important aspects of the Tenet of Integrity
Tenets of Tae Kwon Do #3: Perseverance
Perseverance, refers to the willingness of the Tae Kwon Do student to continue to struggle against all odds to reach their goal. This applies to their Tae Kwon Do training as well as other aspects of their lives
Tenets of Tae Kwon Do #4: Self Control
Self control, means to have control over your thoughts as well as your actions. Keeping your emotions in check, particularly in difficult or trying circumstances.
Tenets of Tae Kwon Do #5: Indomitable Spirit
refers to:
The part of you that keeps you going when really bad times hit and push you down.
The part of you that bounces back when setbacks occur.
The part of you that won't be crushed no matter how tough things get.
You can develop Indomitable Spirit as you train in Tae Kwon Do.
It comes from consistently persevering and overcoming obstacles.
It comes from facing your fears.
It comes from getting up when you fail and trying again.
It comes from pushing yourself through physical and mental exhaustion.
Indomitable Spirit enables you to go further than you ever thought possible
CONCENTRATION AND VISUALIZATION
BLACK BELTS would not spend so much time developing it, and opponents would not try so hard to break it, if concentration wasn’t important. To be a winner, you must concentrate on the individual match or the performance of your form. Concentrate on every move, every technique, with such intensity that you cannot be distracted into making a mistake. Concentrate totally on what you are doing and you will be in a better position to succeed.
Intense concentration, applying your mental powers, is a trait that must become habit to you. You’ll need it throughout your training, especially in pressured situations. It shields you from intimidation. It prevents you from becoming rattled or distracted by pressure from an individual or a group.
The most common source of error in the Martial Arts is failure in concentration. It frequently spells the difference between success and failure. For that reason it must become one of our characteristics.
Once you concentrate on an object, even one as simple as a basic reverse punch to your opponents body, your mental powers make success only possible, but very likely. It has worked for countless numbers before you, and it will work for you too!!
Keys to Courage
1) Courage is largely a result of confidence. There is no substitute for the confidence you gain from practicing and applying the basic fundamentals everyday. As your confidence grows, so does your courage.
