School Address

668A State Road

North Dartmouth, MA 02747

 

   

We offer a 3600 square foot training area 

  

Taekwondo

Tae - "Foot" or "Kick"

Kwon - "Fist" of "Punch"

Do - "Path" or "Way of Life"

Taekwondo - "The art of unarmed combat"

    

5 Aims of Taekwondo

Respect - For oneself and others

Humility - Not showing off

Perseverence - Never give up

Self-Control - Controlling yourself and your surroundings

Honesty - Always telling the truth

    

Student Creed

We commit ourselves to mental and physical discipline.

To be friends with one another and to develop strength within our group.

We shall never fight to achieve selfish goals.

To develop wisdom and character are our ultimate goals.

UNITE FOR RIGHT, SIR!

    

Eleven Commandments of Taekwondo

  1. Loyality to your country
  2. Respect your parents
  3. Faithfulness to your spouse
  4. Respect your brothers and sisters
  5. Loyality to your friends
  6. Respect your elders
  7. Respect you teachers
  8. Never take life unjustly
  9. Indomitable spirit
  10. Loyality to your school
  11. Finish what you begin sir! 

        

Our Belt System:

Beginner Ranks      Intermediate Ranks      Advanced Ranks

  White                          Green                           Red

  Yellow                         Blue                           Brown

  Orange                        Purple                         Black

      

Here at Absolute Martial Arts, we believe children should earn their rank through effort and practice. This gives each student a real sense of accomplishment as they progress at our school. Too many schools feel that students should be given their belts based upon the amount of time they have been training or the amount of money they have paid instead of their hard work and skill.

Sparring and realistic self-defense is incorporated at all ranks and skill levels. There are no contracts to sign or minimum time requirements to be allowed to start sparring or practicing self-defense. These two components are the practical applications of martial arts and are graded at every rank promotion.

We also follow World Taekwondo Federation and Kukkiwon regulations with regards to black belt rank and promotions. Please feel free to use the following link to view all requirements and regulations:

http://www.wtf.org/wtf_eng/site/about_taekwondo/dan_grading.html

Other Useful Links:

www.wtf.org

www.usa-taekwondo.us

    

Taegeuk Forms

Tae = Bigness     Geuk = Eternity

Taegeuk = That which is the essence of everything, it has no beginning and no end.

Taegeuk Il Jang (Form 1): Heaven (Keon)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqOaa7sCF1k&feature=channel

Taegeuk Ee Jang (Form 2): Joyfulness/Lake (Tae)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2z4Xyag8xy8&feature=channel

Taegeuk Sam Jang (Form 3): Fire (Ri)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvtW_zLjCHU&feature=channel

Taegeuk Sa Jang (Form 4): Thunder (Jin)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaMvd7QXEIE&feature=channel

Taegeuk Oh Jang (Form 5): Wind (Seon)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yM4RVVL1gpc&feature=channel

Taegeuk Yuk Jang (Form 6): Water (Gam)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PG3_tvyA8qo&feature=channel

Taegeuk Chil Jang (Form 7): Mountains (San)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQH1cOQ6W_Q&feature=channel

Taegeuk Pal Jang (Form 8): Earth (Gon)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T2HhRqXoJo&feature=channel

Koryo: Symbolizes "seonbae" which means learned man, one who has a strong martial arts spirit as well as a righteous learned man's spirit.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0yuocA7Sns&feature=channel

Keumgang: Diamond or "Too strong to be broken"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uuEsFDqMAs&feature=related

Taebaek: Name of the a mountain with the meaning "bright mountain" where the founder of the Korean people reigned the counrty. It symbolizes sacredness soul and Tangun's thought of "humanitarian ideal."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WefUFiAehcA&feature=related

Pyongwon: "A vast plain that is the sources of all life"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAzXY6W197g&feature=related

Sipjin: "Decimal" Represents the orderliness of the decimal system and the endless development and growth in a systematic order: stability. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qzjf742qmYQ&feature=fvw

Jitae: "Earth" All thing come from and return to the earth. It is the beginning and ending of life.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeW7EzbzwzM&feature=related

Chonkwon: "Sky" The sky is mysterious and profound, which should be seen as the ruler of the universe.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWIWiSBJLSc&feature=related

Hansu: "Water" Represents the fluidity of water which easily adapts in nature.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_DRKUJsNCk&feature=related

Ilyeo: "Oneness" Body and mind, spirit and substance are all unified.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKHHimYW2lI&feature=related

 

Programs:

Junior Classes: Ages 4-7 years old. Teaching traditional and Olympic style Taekwondo with a focus on discipline, respect, and concentration. Confidence is developed so students can stay safe from bullies in school.

      

Children Classes: Ages 8-12 years old. Teaching traditional and Olympic style Taekwondo with a focus on discipline, respect, and concentration. School grades are monitored and students develop the confidence to stand up to bullies while learning to be respectful of others so they do not become the bully. Children are also able to round out their martial arts training with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes.

 

Teen/Adult Classes: Ages 13 and older. Teaching both traditional and Olympic style Taekwondo. Students learn stand up self defense as well as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu taught by American Top Team Boston Best Way Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

     
 

After School Martial Arts Program: Professional pick up from school, time for homework, activities/games, and martial arts lessons.

 

Winter, Spring, and Summer Vacations: Available during all school vacations. Games, activities, classes and exciting field trips throughout the week. Vacations are Monday thru Friday from 8 am until 5 pm.

     

Women's Aerobics Class: A fun way to tone, shape and redefine with a cardio workout while increasing strength and flexibility. This class is designed to give you an ABSOLUTE total workout! Pay by the class. Classes taught by Donna Lamontagne every Tuesday & Thursday from 6:45-7:45 pm and Saturdays from 9-10 am.

                  

School Rules of Conduct:  

When you enter the training area, salute by placing your right hand over your heart, then return it to your side and bow to: the school itself, your Instructor, and your fellow students.

If you arrive late for class, wait on one knee at the dojang entrance for permission from the Instructor. Never leave class without the Instructor’s permission.

  

The school is a place of discipline. It must be treated with the respect worthy of a place of great honor. The following are not allowed in the training area: shoes, socks, gum chewing, loud laughter, bad language, arguing, rough-housing, unsupervised sparring, smoking or jewelry.

  

You must wear a clean uniform.

  

Whenever you approach your instructor, bow and wait for him/her to acknowledge you presence. Then speak politely in a quiet and respectful manner.

  

When you need help ask your Instructor.

  

Always be courteous and obey your Instructor. Advanced students should help to guide the lower belts by exemplifying proper behavior and encouraging the lower belts to do the same.

  

Do not demonstrate or teach Martial Arts outside of your school without permission from the Instructor. Never degrade the Art, the reputation of your school, or any member or teacher of your school.

  

You must have permission of your Instructor to participate in any competition or martial arts activity.

    

    

Age Needs:

       

3-7 years old: Developing motor skills and social skills. Developing concentration, balance, and coordination.
  
8-12 years old: Help with discipline, concentration, and self-defense. Focus on anti-bullying.
  
13-14 years old: Give them positive focus in their lives and by instilling in them a sense of discipline, respect, self confidence and self-defense.
  
15-18 years old: Help with discipline, respect, fitness, confidence, and self-defense, as well as providing a constructive way to channel their energies.
  
19-29 years old: Looking for a challenge to focus their energies. Provide the challenge along with physical fitness and self-defense.
  
30-39 years old: Provide a sport, relaxation, confidence, fitness, and self-defense.
  
40-49 years old: Help with relaxation, fitness, weight control, stamina, strength, and a new challenge.
  
50-70 years old: Help with relaxation, fitness, fun, confidence, and reviving the idea that it is not too late to do something new.
    
     Effects of Bullying
     
    
    
"Kung Fu lives in how we treat people."
-Mr. Han (Jackie Chan)
    
Bullying is a serious matter that has many forms and causes physical, emotional, & psychological harm to our children. Martial arts is a perfect solution. Students learn many important character traits including self defense, respect, discipline, and control all while gaining the confidence needed to stand up to the bullies and stay safe. Don't take a chance with your child's health & safety. Protect them with martial arts training at Absolute Martial Arts.
    
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  Forms of Bullying:
  • Verbal: Threats or Name Calling
  • Physical: Hitting or Having Their Things Taken
  • Psychological:  Intimidating or Excluding Children
  • Cyber-Bullying: Using the Computer or Text Messaging
  • Indirect Bullying: Spreading Rumors
    
Long Term Effects of Bullying:
  • Depression
  • Trouble concentrating
  • Low self-esteem
  • Drop in school grades
  • Higher rates of unexcused absenses
     
Warning Signs That Your Child is Being Bullied:
  • Frequent complaints of physical symptoms such as headaches, stomach aches without any causes
  • Withdrawl
  • Not wanting to attend school
  • Problems learning
  • A decline in school grades
  • Unexplained bumps and bruises
  • Decline in confidence
  • Loss of friends or lack of invitations to social events
       
What You Can Do To Stop Bullying:
  • Speak-up and tell an adult
  • Aviod the bully and/or bullies
  • Hang out with your friends in groups
  • Be confident and stand up for yourself using your voice and not your fists.
  • Have a high level of self-esteem.
    • Don't look at the ground when walking.
    • Speak firmly
    • Confident body language
    • Love yourself just how you are
    
              
Guideline for Children:
  1. Greet your parents with a "Hi Mom" or "Hi Dad" upon entering the house.
  2. Say "Goodbye" to your parents when leaving the house.
  3. Always tell your parents where you are going for safety reasons.
  4. Be respectful to your parents, teachers, and elders. Listen to them and always answer when asked a question.
  5. Never talk to strangers.
  6. Be kind to your brothers and sisters.
  7. Keep your room clean.
  8. Do your homework and practice your martial arts techniques everyday.
  9. Do not interupt your parents or other adults while they are speaking.
  10. Never use what you are taught to harm someone. Martial arts is for self-defense only and should never be used on your parents, brothers, or sisters.

    

Benefits of Martial Arts

Healthier Lifestyle

  • Children become more physically active as they participate in regular exercise.
  • Children are able to become faster, stronger, and more flexible.
  • Children develop better coordination and balance.
  • Children are taught they value of eating right and avoiding fast food and soda.

Character Development

  • Courtesy for others
  • Responsibility for their actions
  • Self-Discipline
  • Respect
    • For themselves
    • For parents, teacher, and elders
    • For fellow students and friends so that they do not become a bully of others
  • Self-Control
    • Over their body so not to hit others
    • Over their voice so not to say meanor hurtful things to others
  • Confidence
    • To stand up to bullies using their voice and not their fists
    • To say no to peer pressure
    • To overcome shyness

Focus and Concentration

  • Helps hyper-active children settle down and concentrate
  • Helps children with attention-deficit disorder (ADD) concentrate
  • Helps children improve memory skills
  • Helps children control their temper
  • Helps children attain better grades in school

    

Martial Arts vs. Team Sports
(Courtesy of Martialgames4kids.com)
  • Kids do not do anything unsupervised
  • Kids learn at their own pace
  • Kids are treated as individuals
  • Kids do not finish the lesson as either a winner or a loser (unlike team sports)
  • The whole class aims to succeed
  • Kids compete to better themselves
  • No kid is ever made to sit out of a lesson (unless it's due to bad behavior)
  • Kids can practive by themselves in their own time or with friends
  • Any physical conflict is controlled and seen coming (unlike being tackled blindly in most ball sports)
  • Parents can be encouraged to parcipate
  • Parents can assist Instructors during lessons
  • The skills the learn can help protect themselves, their family, and their friends!

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