Martial Arts Academy BY Five Rings Taekwondo

  When you’re ready to go to your first taekwondo sparring match, what should you wear? Every taekwondo academy is different in the brands it recommends and in some of the inessential gear that they may or may not recommend. You should get support from your dojo and coach about what you should wear, especially for the different taekwondo black belt levels . The basics remain the same. Here is some general advice on what to wear to spar in taekwondo. Start With the Uniform You should wear your usual taekwondo uniform under the more protective gear of your competition garb. Make sure your uniform fits well, is tied properly, and allows you full range of motion because you’ll need it. Head and Chest Protection The most important pieces of equipment for professional sparring are the chest and head protection. Get a high-quality chest protector that’s tough. The tougher the chest pad the better, as it’ll spread the force out more evenly and provide you with more protection. For th...

  While it all looks complicated when you’re watching two advanced martial artists spar, the truth is that martial arts are just a series of movements. You learn the basics of these movements at the start of your taekwondo program. As you progress you learn more complicated movements and how to put them together smoothly, quickly, and with strength. Then comes the added challenge of facing another person in a spar. But, to start with, all martial arts from karate to taekwondo are about simple movements. Here are some basic movements you can learn in your first few taekwondo classes. Here is a list of those basic movements: • Straight Punch: This will probably be one of the first movements you learn in taekwondo camp . First, your instructor will teach you the stances, or how to stand while performing a movement. In front stance and horse stance, you can then learn the straight punch. You reach our arm out and intend to make contact with your first two knuckles. Of course, you p...

  Being a teenager isn’t always comfortable. As children grow and start to become adults, they face new issues like self-definition and a radically changing body that can make them uncomfortable. Teens need an outlet for a huge range of feelings. A teen martial arts program can help. Here are the benefits we can offer teens at our martial arts academy in Waterloo, ON. Confidence and Self-Defense For boys and for girls, feeling like they can defend themselves in the event that they have an altercation is important. Taekwondo does not teach violence, but it does teach defense and helps teens become more confident in themselves. Standing up to bullies is important and we can teach your teen the skills. It’s also worth noting that martial arts is not a team sport. This is an opportunity for your teen to focus on themselves, and improve for themselves, which is also important for their confidence.   Physical Skill Teenagers need to capitalize on the good physical exercise ha...

  Looking for the perfect summer or March Break camp for your kids that offers both fun and valuable learning experiences? If your children are interested in martial arts and would love to spend their vacation practicing and improving their skills, you're in luck! There are plenty of Taekwondo summer camps and martial arts camps for kids available in your area that offer exciting activities and training sessions.   Karate summer camps are an excellent way for children to develop important life skills such as independence, teamwork, and communication, while also making new friends and having fun. And when it comes to martial arts camps, kids can learn not only self-defense techniques but also self-discipline, respect, and perseverance.   One of the benefits of Taekwondo summer camps is that they can cater to kids of different skill levels, from beginners to advanced students. So whether your child has just started training or has already earned a black belt, they can ...

  Are you looking for a fun spot in Kitchener-Waterloo to hold birthday parties? Five Rings Taekwondo is the ideal location for families in either city to celebrate any child's birthday aged four and above. While there are many other birthday party locations in the area, we believe we provide something unique that others do not. The first is, of course, taekwondo. While some kid's party places may have youngsters sitting in rows, if that's not your child's style, they'll probably like taekwondo instead. As part of our festivities, the birthday child is given the opportunity to cut his or her cake with a martial arts sword (under safe supervision.) And much, much more. THE BEST BIRTHDAY PARTY LOCATIONS IN WATERLOO AND KITCHENER Birthday parties at Five Rings TaeKwonDo are nonstop excitement and action. Our nonstop fun and action parties are a hit with the kids. They will be able to:   Learn TaekwonDo techniques . Take part in exciting games and adventures. ...

  Learn from a national and provincial-level coach with 25 years of coaching experience. Master Greg Bauer conducts martial art classes for students of all ages and belt levels–from recreational to Olympic hopefuls and National Team members. Five Rings started as a family-run business in 1990 and are the most successful martial arts school in Kitchener and Waterloo. In these years, Five Rings Taekwondo has produced over 60 national champions, and more than 500 black belts, and helped thousands unlock their true potential. Taekwondo Programs For Every Level New Young Learners Introduce your child to the world of Taekwondo in a safe, encouraging setting at our Taekwondo and Kitchener karate academy . Our programs for young learners are fun, fast-paced, and rewarding. Watch as your child builds mental and physical confidence and carries their new skills to every walk of their life. Our programs focus on developing agility, balance, and coordination. Teen And Adult Learners T ...

Join us for a fun Karate Summer Camp filled with Games, Sports, Fun Daily Activities, NerfGames, Lego, Laser Tag, Martial Arts, and Weekly Field Trips! Our After School Program is perfect for busy parents who want their children to succeed. Give your child the opportunity to learn TaeKwonDo, improve physical and mental discipline, and unleash their hidden confidence. Five Rings TaeKwonDo provides a safe, fun, encouraging environment for your child to learn karate near you. WHAT IS SUMMER CAMP? A place for kids and young teens to gather and expend energy over the summer while parents are away at work or otherwise occupied. Summer camp is a great way for children to exercise, make friends, and stay safe! This also means that your kids will have a positive environment to expend their energy, so they won’t be bouncing off the walls when they get home (results may vary). MARTIAL ARTS CAMPS FOR KIDS Martial arts are an amazing way to let your kids expend energy through healthy exercise. Eff...