4 Christian Strategies for Cultivating Self-Discipline in Your Life
Self-discipline is an important virtue in many areas of life, including the martial art of Taekwondo. In fact, it is one of the core values of Taekwondo. Self-discipline helps us to control our thoughts, emotions, and actions, which allows us to pursue our goals and live in a way that is consistent with our values. […]
How To Do An Inside Body Block
LEARN How to Body Block Like A PRO! In Taekwondo, the body block (or Momtong Makki) should move along a straight line across the chest. The wrist of your blocking arm should be straight, the angle of your blocking arm can range from 90-120 degrees, and you should keep your fist as high as your […]
The Complete Guide to Self-Control and How to Develop it
What are the Benefits of Having Strong Self Control? Self-control is the ability to regulate one’s emotions, behaviors, and thoughts. It is a crucial part of mental strength and can be considered a superpower. Advantages of strong self-control: – Helps people to take charge of their lives – Helps people to get what they want […]
How To EASILY Improve Your Front Kick
The front kick is a fundamental move in Taekwondo and is often one of the first techniques taught to beginners. It is an essential part of any practitioner’s arsenal and can be used in self-defense situations or in sparring matches. Proper Form and Technique To execute a front kick, you need to start in a […]
The 3 Best Ways to Develop Charisma in Kids
What is Charisma and How Can We Develop it in Kids? Charisma is the ability to attract and charm others. It is the secret weapon of a leader, the force behind a team, and the power that makes people want to follow you. Some of the qualities that make someone charismatic are self-confidence, charisma, humor, […]
How To Stop Bullying #4 – Puppy Time!
One of the worst feelings, when you are being bullied, is the feeling of utter loneliness. That feeling where you think there is no one that cares about you, no one to talk to. I’ve been there. Done that. Truth is, someone always has your back. You might not just know it yet because you […]
Kukkiwon Logo New and Improved
Fun fact … The Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo headquarters in South Korea which inevitably influences how we train at Swift Current Christian TKD) renewed their logo in March 2021 to reflect their commitment to world peace. The new Kukkiwon logo has pictograms of Taekwondo movements, embodying the organization’s firm willpower in pursuit of a broader world. […]
3 Easy Tips to Make Depression Suck Less Today
Is your child struggling with depression during the COVID-19 lockdown? In this post, I’m going to share 3 tips on how you can help them. I was reading online where it was reported that there has been a 200 percent increase in hospital admissions for substance use disorders and a 100 percent increase in suicide […]
3 Secrets of Optimism That Everyone Misses
Optimism. Optimistic. Two small words can have a huge impact on the way someone lives. Our focus word this month at Swift Current Christian Taekwondo has been optimism, because now more than ever, people need hope. Since the beginning of COVID-19, calls to Canada Helpline for Youth have increased to a staggering 4 million calls from […]
The Kama? What Is It?
The Kama? What is it? I get parents asking me that question when I want to introduce it to new students for their Taekwondo weapons training. It isn’t as well known as the nunchucks or the Bo Staff, but it should be a part of every Taekwondo student’s tool kit. The Kama is a martial […]