Taekwondo means ‘The way of the fist and foot’, but it is so much more than just kicking and punching! Students will learn how to use their new skills in competition or self-defense. They will gain confidence, learn discipline and self-control, and make new friends while also getting more physically fit!
Introductory Special
First month includes uniform & club T-shirt
PROGRAM
Improved physical fitness, confidence, self-control and leadership skills are just a few of the many benefits of practicing Taekwondo.
Children love a chance to run around and kick or punch things. Taekwondo lets them do all that. And it helps them focus all that energy while learning useful and fun skills that will also help them in all their other sports and activities.
We offer a comprehensive program of instruction for children and adults alike – whether you are a beginner or advanced student, recreational competitor or high performance athlete.
Every student will become stronger, fitter, smarter, and more confident through studying Taekwondo.
NEWS
On Saturday, April 12 four of our students competed at the Tri Star Championship in London, Ontario.
Congratulations to:
- Rosie – 3rd place poomsae
- Hae-in – 1st place poomsae
- Caleb – 1st place sparring
- Daniel – 1st place sparring
Good job!
We will be closed this Friday, April 18 through Sunday, April 20 for the Easter weekend.
Recreational and high-performance Taekwondo tournaments are available for those interested in competition. The next one will be May 10 in Brampton.
More information is available on the Taekwondo-Ontario website.
EVENTS
On Saturday, March 29 we held belt promotion tests and had a very busy morning and afternoon. Congratulations to Qaassem, Adam E, Mia, Skye, Taylor, Aser, Anas, Mazen, Pratyn, Caleb, Maariyah, Jayden, Hae-in, Rosie and Avanee!
You all did very well and made us proud!
The City of Cambridge will be celebrating Canada Day on Tuesday, July 1. At 11 am the Canada Day Parade will start at King St, and Bishop St. and travel along King St. to Riverside Park. Opening ceremonies will follow, with entertainment, food, and other events through the afternoon and fireworks at dusk.
Our next belt promotion testing will be Saturday, April 26 in the afternoon. This will be for all belts.
New students are always welcome; please call, text or email to make an appointment or arrange for a trial class.
For more information:
Email: info@cambridgetaekwondo.com
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What is Taekwondo?
Taekwondo is a martial art rooted in ancient Korean traditions. Young men of noble families were given special instruction in not only combat techniques, but also moral and ethical values, so that they could be valuable assets to their country.
Although the physical practice of Taekwondo (‘the way of the hand and foot’) suggests warfare, the study of its philosophies indicates something much less aggressive.
Main components of Taekwondo
Poomsae,
or patterns are sequences of movements which demonstrate many of the various stances, blocks, strikes and kicks which are learned. There are eight colour-belt and nine black belt poomsae. Competition is done individually or in synchronized pairs or teams.
Kyurugi,
or sparring is the competitive application of techniques in the competition ring. Points are gained by hitting their opponent’s body pad or headgear accurately and powerfully, and given away by cheating or unsportsmanlike conduct.
Ho Shin Sool,
or self-defense begins with conflict-avoidance techniques but includes learning how to defend oneself using traditional blocks, strikes and kicks, as well as joint locks and pressure points. In Taekwondo we never start a fight – except in the competition ring – but if cornered, we intend to be able to walk (or run) away.
Kyukpa,
or breaking is a popular and well-known aspect of most martial arts. It is used to illustrate the flexibility, power, precision, and mental preparedness of the student.
Who we Are
CTA has been in Cambridge since 2009 and many of our black belt students and instructors have been involved in competition at the recreational and high-performance levels. We have had numerous champions at provincial, national, and international events. Our colour-belt students also compete regularly and successfully in both patterns and sparring at recreational tournaments.
Our Instructors
Master Sadowsky is the school owner and a regular instructor
- 20+ years in WT Taekwondo
- 15+ years instructing
- 5th Dan
- certified National and International poomsae (patterns) referee
- certified National and International kyorugi (sparring) referee
Master Nutbeam is our most senior instructor
- 25+ years in martial arts
- 20+ years instructing WT Taekwondo
- 6th Dan
- 1st Dan ITF
- studied Judo in his earlier years
- did boxing in his much earlier years
- certified Provincial and National sparring referee