Some of our beginner students may be wondering just what we're saying at the beginning and end of class, as well as the correct way to count. Here's just a few common terms and phrases you might hear:
Cheri Ut - Attention
Kukki A Chu Mok - Salute The Flags
Di Ro Dora - Stationary Turn
Chun Bee- Ready Stance
Shi Chak - Begin
Barro - As You Were
Kyo Bu Nim - Head Instructor
Bo Kyo Bu Nim - Assistant Instructor
Kyo Bu Nim Kay Kenya - Bow to Head Instructor
Bo Kyo Bu Nim Kay Kenya - Bow to Assistant Instructor
Ahn Yong Ha Shim Nika - Hello, How Are You?
Kum Sa Hum Nida - Thank You
How to Start Class - Bowing in the instructor
1. Instructor: "Cheri Ut"
2. Instructor: "Kukki A Chu Mok"
3. Instructor: "Barro"
4. Senior Student: "Cheri Ut"
5. Senior Student: "(Bo) Kyo Bu Nim Kay Kenya"
6. Whole Class (while bowing): "Ahn Yong Ha Shim Nika"
7. Senior Student: "Barro"
Hanna - One
Duel - Two
Set - Three
Net - Four
Dasut - Five
Yosut - Six
Ilgup - Seven
Yodul - Eight
Ahhop - Nine
Yul - Ten
Yul Hanna - Eleven
Yul Duel - Twelve
...
Sumal - Twenty
Suron - Thirty
Mahon - Forty
Schwin - Fifty
Friday, December 10, 2010
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving!!
From everyone at the Dragon Gym of West Grove, have a Happy Thanksgiving!
As a reminder, we are closed the rest of this week (25th-28th) and resume classes on Monday, November 29th.
As a reminder, we are closed the rest of this week (25th-28th) and resume classes on Monday, November 29th.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
TESTING TIMES & MAILING LIST
BELT TESTING
The following are the updated times for belt testing...
Thursday, November 18th
5:00pm -- Purple, Blue, and Red Belts testing for their next rank
6:00pm -- Il Dan Bo and Youth Black Belts testing for their next rank
Friday, November 19th
5:00pm -- White and Orange Belts testing for their next rank
6:00pm -- Yellow and Green Belts testing for their next rank
7:00pm -- All Adults testing for their next rank
Saturday, November 20th
2:00pm -- BLACK BELT TEST (YOUTH & ADULT)
Regular classes on those dates are cancelled, EXCEPT SATURDAY. Pee Wee and Moodo Plus to continue as regularly scheduled.
Board breaking and belt ceremony held immediately after the test. Full uniform. Don't be late!
MAILING LIST
The Dragon Gym of West Grove is doing our best to stay connected to all our parents and students. One way we're making important announcements is on our email mailing list. If you have not submitted your email to receive announcements and wish to do so, please send an email to dragongymiv@verizon.net
The following are the updated times for belt testing...
Thursday, November 18th
5:00pm -- Purple, Blue, and Red Belts testing for their next rank
6:00pm -- Il Dan Bo and Youth Black Belts testing for their next rank
Friday, November 19th
5:00pm -- White and Orange Belts testing for their next rank
6:00pm -- Yellow and Green Belts testing for their next rank
7:00pm -- All Adults testing for their next rank
Saturday, November 20th
2:00pm -- BLACK BELT TEST (YOUTH & ADULT)
Regular classes on those dates are cancelled, EXCEPT SATURDAY. Pee Wee and Moodo Plus to continue as regularly scheduled.
Board breaking and belt ceremony held immediately after the test. Full uniform. Don't be late!
MAILING LIST
The Dragon Gym of West Grove is doing our best to stay connected to all our parents and students. One way we're making important announcements is on our email mailing list. If you have not submitted your email to receive announcements and wish to do so, please send an email to dragongymiv@verizon.net
Thursday, October 21, 2010
SECA Tournament
Congratulations to J.J. Ruszin, who competed at the Southern End Community Association (SECA) tournament in Quarryville, PA.
On Saturday, October 16th: J.J. won first place in his first three divisions. He was then asked to stick around for sparring (an event he wasn't planning on doing) and won second place!
Congrats again!!
1st - Breaking
1st - Weapon Forms
1st - Forms (Poomsae)
2nd - Sparring
On Saturday, October 16th: J.J. won first place in his first three divisions. He was then asked to stick around for sparring (an event he wasn't planning on doing) and won second place!
Congrats again!!
1st - Breaking
1st - Weapon Forms
1st - Forms (Poomsae)
2nd - Sparring
Announcements
Just a few announcements...
1. Now that we're in the full swing of fall, full uniforms are mandatory in class and testing. The Saturday morning adult workouts continue to be informal.
2. Clothing orders are being taken for fall/winter Dragon Gym merchandise such as long sleeve shirts, hoodies, sweatpants and more. See instructors for more info.
3. Until the November black belt test has passed, Saturday adult workouts are on a 'to be announced' schedule. This Saturday (October 23rd, 2010) the WILL be a class run by instructor Michael.
1. Now that we're in the full swing of fall, full uniforms are mandatory in class and testing. The Saturday morning adult workouts continue to be informal.
2. Clothing orders are being taken for fall/winter Dragon Gym merchandise such as long sleeve shirts, hoodies, sweatpants and more. See instructors for more info.
3. Until the November black belt test has passed, Saturday adult workouts are on a 'to be announced' schedule. This Saturday (October 23rd, 2010) the WILL be a class run by instructor Michael.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
WEATHER - 9/30/2010
The forecast for the West Grove area appears to call for a flood warning, so we ask all parents and students to use your best judgement in coming to class today. In other words: no one blames you if you stay home today.
Our official policy is to use early dismissals and closings of AGSD (Avon Grove School District) as a call to cancel classes that night. AGSD had a full day. However, sometimes the gym must make a judgement call.
Today (09/30/2010) classes will go on as scheduled.
Should the weather become dangerous, we may end the night early.
To be fair, no attendance marks will be taken today.
Our official policy is to use early dismissals and closings of AGSD (Avon Grove School District) as a call to cancel classes that night. AGSD had a full day. However, sometimes the gym must make a judgement call.
Today (09/30/2010) classes will go on as scheduled.
Should the weather become dangerous, we may end the night early.
To be fair, no attendance marks will be taken today.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
KICKS CLINIC & INSTRUCTOR MEETING
Just a reminder about the Kicks Clinic coming up this Saturday...
When: Saturday, September 18th, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cost: $20/student
Cost if repeating clinic: $7/student
This clinic will be limited to green belt and above so that we can cover a large number of the kicking techniques. The clinic will cover placement of feet and striking points of the foot. We will work on proper technique, chambering for kicks and how to develop speed and power.
At completion of the clinic, children will receive their kicks patch which is to be displayed on their uniform below the Korean flag patch. Children reviewing the clinic will receive a red star which is to be placed next to the kicks patch. Children displaying this patch will be expected to consistently demonstrate what they have learned in classes thereafter.
Adult students are welcomed and encouraged to help hold pads and assist Instructor Bill.
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Instructor Meeting
We will be holding an instructor meeting for all instructors (adult and youth), as well as those who are interested in becoming an instructor.
Being an instructor may not be for you. If you choose to be an instructor but decide it's too much, there will be no hard feelings whatsoever.
The instructor class will be held immediately after the kicks clinic at the gym.
A lunch at Aurora Pizza will be held for instructors after the class.
When: Saturday, September 18th, 2010
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
When: Saturday, September 18th, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cost: $20/student
Cost if repeating clinic: $7/student
This clinic will be limited to green belt and above so that we can cover a large number of the kicking techniques. The clinic will cover placement of feet and striking points of the foot. We will work on proper technique, chambering for kicks and how to develop speed and power.
At completion of the clinic, children will receive their kicks patch which is to be displayed on their uniform below the Korean flag patch. Children reviewing the clinic will receive a red star which is to be placed next to the kicks patch. Children displaying this patch will be expected to consistently demonstrate what they have learned in classes thereafter.
Adult students are welcomed and encouraged to help hold pads and assist Instructor Bill.
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Instructor Meeting
We will be holding an instructor meeting for all instructors (adult and youth), as well as those who are interested in becoming an instructor.
Being an instructor may not be for you. If you choose to be an instructor but decide it's too much, there will be no hard feelings whatsoever.
The instructor class will be held immediately after the kicks clinic at the gym.
A lunch at Aurora Pizza will be held for instructors after the class.
When: Saturday, September 18th, 2010
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Friday, September 10, 2010
NO SATURDAY ADULT CLASS
Just to let everyone know:
There will be NO early morning adult class this saturday, September 11th
There will be NO early morning adult class this saturday, September 11th
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Announcements
A few announcements on some upcoming events
KICKING CLINIC
Our next clinic for patches will be on KICKS. It will be held on Saturday, September 18th, from 10am to 12pm. Successfully completing the clinic will earn students their next patch towards the skills achievement award.
KIDS NIGHT OUT
Kids Night Out is back! In order to give parents a chance to have a night to themselves, we are offering a kids night out focusing on martial arts activities, as well as games, movies, pizza and more! Our next kids night out will be on Saturday, October 23rd from 6-10pm.
MORE INFO TO COME...
KICKING CLINIC
Our next clinic for patches will be on KICKS. It will be held on Saturday, September 18th, from 10am to 12pm. Successfully completing the clinic will earn students their next patch towards the skills achievement award.
KIDS NIGHT OUT
Kids Night Out is back! In order to give parents a chance to have a night to themselves, we are offering a kids night out focusing on martial arts activities, as well as games, movies, pizza and more! Our next kids night out will be on Saturday, October 23rd from 6-10pm.
MORE INFO TO COME...
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Back to School
A quick note to say good luck to all of our students returning to school.
Being a martial artist is not just about kicking and punching, but becoming a more well-rounded person.
Without an education, you can never be a true martial artist.
Being a martial artist is not just about kicking and punching, but becoming a more well-rounded person.
Without an education, you can never be a true martial artist.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Testing
A quick congratulations to everyone who tested on Thursday and Friday.
We had over 60 students test for their new belts, including 6 pee wee students earning their orange belts -- the first to do so under our new stripe system.
Congrats again!!
We had over 60 students test for their new belts, including 6 pee wee students earning their orange belts -- the first to do so under our new stripe system.
Congrats again!!
Monday, August 23, 2010
TESTING TIMES
Attention Students & Parents
Here are the following times for the upcoming test...
Thursday - 5:00pm
Purple Belts going on Blue
Blue Belts going on Red
Red Belts going on IDB
Thursday - 6:00pm
IDB going on IDBS
Thursday - 7:00pm
Advanced Adults
Friday - 5:00pm
Pee Wee Students
White Belts going on Orange
Orange Belts going on Yellow
Friday - 6:00pm
Yellow Belts going on Green
Green Belts going on Purple
Friday - 7:00
Beginner Adults
STUDENTS MUST BE IN FULL UNIFORM! DO NOT BE LATE!
Here are the following times for the upcoming test...
Thursday - 5:00pm
Purple Belts going on Blue
Blue Belts going on Red
Red Belts going on IDB
Thursday - 6:00pm
IDB going on IDBS
Thursday - 7:00pm
Advanced Adults
Friday - 5:00pm
Pee Wee Students
White Belts going on Orange
Orange Belts going on Yellow
Friday - 6:00pm
Yellow Belts going on Green
Green Belts going on Purple
Friday - 7:00
Beginner Adults
STUDENTS MUST BE IN FULL UNIFORM! DO NOT BE LATE!
Sunday, August 15, 2010
REMINDERS
A few reminders to everyone...
1. Be prepared for Instructors Bill & Trish to confirm times for the upcoming belt tests on Thurs, August 26th and Fri, August 27th. Please pay attention and do NOT be late for your test
2. If the test schedule conflicts with previous plans, you MUST let the instructors know ahead of time.
3. Sign ups for the tournament are due by Friday, August 20th.
4. If you're testing, make sure you are in FULL UNIFORM.
5. During this season, students are allowed to wear their Dragon Gym T-shirts to substitute for the uniform top. This does not entitle students to wear any Non-Dragon Gym t-shirt they wish. Remember good etiquette: if for any reason you cannot train in a Dragon Gym uniform or Dragon Gym shirt, you MUST ask for permission to enter class. This includes forgetting your belt.
1. Be prepared for Instructors Bill & Trish to confirm times for the upcoming belt tests on Thurs, August 26th and Fri, August 27th. Please pay attention and do NOT be late for your test
2. If the test schedule conflicts with previous plans, you MUST let the instructors know ahead of time.
3. Sign ups for the tournament are due by Friday, August 20th.
4. If you're testing, make sure you are in FULL UNIFORM.
5. During this season, students are allowed to wear their Dragon Gym T-shirts to substitute for the uniform top. This does not entitle students to wear any Non-Dragon Gym t-shirt they wish. Remember good etiquette: if for any reason you cannot train in a Dragon Gym uniform or Dragon Gym shirt, you MUST ask for permission to enter class. This includes forgetting your belt.
Monday, August 9, 2010
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
Details about the upcoming tournament on Saturday, August 28th...
Check in begins at 8:30am, with the tournament starting at 10:00am
This will be an in-house tournament (DG students only), with youth and adult divisions. Students are encouraged to participate in one, multiple, or all events.
SIGN UPS BEGIN THIS WEEK, WITH THE CUTOFF DATE BEING FRIDAY, AUGUST 20TH
Students receiving their next rank from the upcoming test will be asked to demonstrate their previously learned curriculum. In other words: You won't be expected to do a green belt poomsae if you've just received that rank.
Events include...
* Breaking
* Poomsae (white belts may do hand weapon skills)
* Weapons
* Sparring
COST: $30 FLAT FEE FOR 1 TO ALL EVENTS.
For those sparring: Please remember to have your gear ready or borrow a friend's set beforehand, if necessary. Do not ask to borrow a set on the day of the tournament, as this will certainly slow down our schedule.
In-house tournaments are a wonderful way to become introduced to outside martial arts competitions. Students should take advantage of the fact they will be participating in fair divisions against their own classmates, led by their own instructors.
Please make sure to fill out sign up sheets accurately by Friday, August 20th. This will ensure that instructors are able to create the fairest divisions possible.
ALSO: ADULTS (INCLUDING STUDENTS) ARE NEEDED FOR TASKS SUCH AS ORGANIZATION OF STUDENTS, MEDAL RUNNERS, SCORE KEEPING, AND JUDGING
Check in begins at 8:30am, with the tournament starting at 10:00am
This will be an in-house tournament (DG students only), with youth and adult divisions. Students are encouraged to participate in one, multiple, or all events.
SIGN UPS BEGIN THIS WEEK, WITH THE CUTOFF DATE BEING FRIDAY, AUGUST 20TH
Students receiving their next rank from the upcoming test will be asked to demonstrate their previously learned curriculum. In other words: You won't be expected to do a green belt poomsae if you've just received that rank.
Events include...
* Breaking
* Poomsae (white belts may do hand weapon skills)
* Weapons
* Sparring
COST: $30 FLAT FEE FOR 1 TO ALL EVENTS.
For those sparring: Please remember to have your gear ready or borrow a friend's set beforehand, if necessary. Do not ask to borrow a set on the day of the tournament, as this will certainly slow down our schedule.
In-house tournaments are a wonderful way to become introduced to outside martial arts competitions. Students should take advantage of the fact they will be participating in fair divisions against their own classmates, led by their own instructors.
Please make sure to fill out sign up sheets accurately by Friday, August 20th. This will ensure that instructors are able to create the fairest divisions possible.
ALSO: ADULTS (INCLUDING STUDENTS) ARE NEEDED FOR TASKS SUCH AS ORGANIZATION OF STUDENTS, MEDAL RUNNERS, SCORE KEEPING, AND JUDGING
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Testing & Tournament
Important Announcement About Testing
Due to many people taking summer vacations, Instructor Bill will be moving the August belt test at the end of the month. Test papers will be coming out this Thursday and Friday. Make sure to try and attend as many classes as you can, if you are eligible.
In addition, belt ceremonies will be held immediately after each test
Thursday, August 26th, 2010 - Times to be announced
Purple to Blue (Youth)
Blue to Red (Youth)
Red to IDB (Youth)
IDB to IDBS (Youth)
Advanced Adults
Friday, August 27th, 2010 - Times to be announced
White to Orange (Youth)
Orange to Yellow (Youth)
Yellow to Green (Youth)
Green to Purple (Youth)
Beginner Adults
Tournament Date - August 28th
Saturday, August 28th (The day after this testing cycle), The Dragon Gym of West Grove will be hosting an in-house tournament. Students may compete against their own classmates in a variety of events:
* Breaking
* Poomsae
* Weapon
* Sparring
Tournament papers will be handed out later this week. The deadline to turn in your admission is August, 20th. This is done so Instructor Bill can create fair and competitive divisions.
More details to follow...
Due to many people taking summer vacations, Instructor Bill will be moving the August belt test at the end of the month. Test papers will be coming out this Thursday and Friday. Make sure to try and attend as many classes as you can, if you are eligible.
In addition, belt ceremonies will be held immediately after each test
Thursday, August 26th, 2010 - Times to be announced
Purple to Blue (Youth)
Blue to Red (Youth)
Red to IDB (Youth)
IDB to IDBS (Youth)
Advanced Adults
Friday, August 27th, 2010 - Times to be announced
White to Orange (Youth)
Orange to Yellow (Youth)
Yellow to Green (Youth)
Green to Purple (Youth)
Beginner Adults
Tournament Date - August 28th
Saturday, August 28th (The day after this testing cycle), The Dragon Gym of West Grove will be hosting an in-house tournament. Students may compete against their own classmates in a variety of events:
* Breaking
* Poomsae
* Weapon
* Sparring
Tournament papers will be handed out later this week. The deadline to turn in your admission is August, 20th. This is done so Instructor Bill can create fair and competitive divisions.
More details to follow...
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Kick-A-Thon Results
Thanks to everyone who participated in our 3rd annual Kick-A-Thon. For those of you who participated, whether you did 1 or 1,000 kicks, you've made a great contribution to a wonderful cause. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society.
A special thanks to adults who were able to help keep count.
Grand Prize Winner/Top Kicker
SEAN HACKETT -- 1,530
1,000 Kicks and above
Jessica Coombes
Sean Hackett
Amelia Nur
601 - 700 Kicks
Joe Snyder
401 - 600 Kicks
Ean Norenberg
301 - 400 Kicks
Maggie Weir
201 - 300 Kicks
Matt Branca
Alex Morris
Robbie Morris
Aaron Ocampo
100-200 Kicks
Alexa Costa
Michael Clupper
Nancy Hammond
Kaleigh Kahan
Thomas Repetz
JJ Ruszin
Eric Welch
1-99 Kicks
Emily Bourdreau
Tyler Bourdreau
Alex DelleDonne
Connor Evans-Ralston
Antonio Gentile
Victoria Gentile
Christopher Johnson
Daniel Johnson
Janet Johnson
Myles Kelly
Brendan Marani
Kai McKittrick
James Nur
Amber Relacion
Angelica Relacion
A special thanks to adults who were able to help keep count.
Grand Prize Winner/Top Kicker
SEAN HACKETT -- 1,530
1,000 Kicks and above
Jessica Coombes
Sean Hackett
Amelia Nur
601 - 700 Kicks
Joe Snyder
401 - 600 Kicks
Ean Norenberg
301 - 400 Kicks
Maggie Weir
201 - 300 Kicks
Matt Branca
Alex Morris
Robbie Morris
Aaron Ocampo
100-200 Kicks
Alexa Costa
Michael Clupper
Nancy Hammond
Kaleigh Kahan
Thomas Repetz
JJ Ruszin
Eric Welch
1-99 Kicks
Emily Bourdreau
Tyler Bourdreau
Alex DelleDonne
Connor Evans-Ralston
Antonio Gentile
Victoria Gentile
Christopher Johnson
Daniel Johnson
Janet Johnson
Myles Kelly
Brendan Marani
Kai McKittrick
James Nur
Amber Relacion
Angelica Relacion
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Etiquette
Attention all students and parents,
A quick reminder about some of our policies on etiquette for students and visitors. There are plenty of others but we ask that you take time to remember these specific ones...
Students
* Remember, when entering the gym: Salute the flags, then bow to the highest belt/instructor. When leaving: Bow to the highest belt/instructor, then salute the flags
* Always wear a clean and neat uniform to class and remember to practice good personal hygiene. Avoid wearing jewlery as it may pose a danger to you or others
* When approaching an instructor: remember to bow and ask to speak to them politely
* Conversations are NOT permitted between students during training time. This is especially true while an instructor is talking. This is seen as extremley disrespectful and will not be tolerated
* Ask permission to take a bathroom break or get a drink (no excessive breaks). DO NOT leave the training area without permission UNLESS IT'S AN EMERGENCY
* Learn the correct way to line up for class. When lining up for class, yield to higher belts, unless they are late. If you have the same rank, students holding their rank for the longer period of time (seniority) have priority. After this, students should act on good will.
* If you come in late to class. Bow in as normal, then sit in meditation at the edge of the training area. You should do this until an instructor allows you into class
* If for any reason you are not in full uniform and belt, you MUST ask the instructor's permission to train. Depending on the situation, you may have to yield to all other belts when lining up
Parents
* Please learn the correct starting time for your child's class. This will ensure they won't be treated "late". Please remember to also pick up your child on time.
* Parents are welcome to observe, but we ask that you do your best in not creating a distraction
* Please DO NOT leave other children in the hall unsupervised. Leaving them with their supervised friend(s) at the gym DOES NOT COUNT as supervision (e.g. leaving a child to play with the other kids while going to the store). UNLESS you ask another parent/adult to take reponsibility beforehand, this puts an unfair duty on instructors and other adults
* AND MOST OF ALL: PLEASE KEEP YOUR VOICES DOWN. Your voices carry a lot further than you may think. When in doubt, use a volume no higher than you would at a library.
Other Special Directions
* Kids who are waiting while parents train: Do your best to stay by the benches indoor, so if your parents turn to look, they can know where you are. DO NOT PESTER/BOTHER your parents over non-emergencies during their training (Batteries for a hand held game, minor arguments with siblings, a snack, etc). This is seen as disrespectful to your parents training as well as the instructors who are teaching a class
* The Dragon Gym of West Grove is NOT A PLAYGROUND! NO ONE is to be playing around in the gym, especially if someone is still in there training (before, during, or after class). This is both disrespectful and dangerous! The gym is for training, not playing with the equipment.
A quick reminder about some of our policies on etiquette for students and visitors. There are plenty of others but we ask that you take time to remember these specific ones...
Students
* Remember, when entering the gym: Salute the flags, then bow to the highest belt/instructor. When leaving: Bow to the highest belt/instructor, then salute the flags
* Always wear a clean and neat uniform to class and remember to practice good personal hygiene. Avoid wearing jewlery as it may pose a danger to you or others
* When approaching an instructor: remember to bow and ask to speak to them politely
* Conversations are NOT permitted between students during training time. This is especially true while an instructor is talking. This is seen as extremley disrespectful and will not be tolerated
* Ask permission to take a bathroom break or get a drink (no excessive breaks). DO NOT leave the training area without permission UNLESS IT'S AN EMERGENCY
* Learn the correct way to line up for class. When lining up for class, yield to higher belts, unless they are late. If you have the same rank, students holding their rank for the longer period of time (seniority) have priority. After this, students should act on good will.
* If you come in late to class. Bow in as normal, then sit in meditation at the edge of the training area. You should do this until an instructor allows you into class
* If for any reason you are not in full uniform and belt, you MUST ask the instructor's permission to train. Depending on the situation, you may have to yield to all other belts when lining up
Parents
* Please learn the correct starting time for your child's class. This will ensure they won't be treated "late". Please remember to also pick up your child on time.
* Parents are welcome to observe, but we ask that you do your best in not creating a distraction
* Please DO NOT leave other children in the hall unsupervised. Leaving them with their supervised friend(s) at the gym DOES NOT COUNT as supervision (e.g. leaving a child to play with the other kids while going to the store). UNLESS you ask another parent/adult to take reponsibility beforehand, this puts an unfair duty on instructors and other adults
* AND MOST OF ALL: PLEASE KEEP YOUR VOICES DOWN. Your voices carry a lot further than you may think. When in doubt, use a volume no higher than you would at a library.
Other Special Directions
* Kids who are waiting while parents train: Do your best to stay by the benches indoor, so if your parents turn to look, they can know where you are. DO NOT PESTER/BOTHER your parents over non-emergencies during their training (Batteries for a hand held game, minor arguments with siblings, a snack, etc). This is seen as disrespectful to your parents training as well as the instructors who are teaching a class
* The Dragon Gym of West Grove is NOT A PLAYGROUND! NO ONE is to be playing around in the gym, especially if someone is still in there training (before, during, or after class). This is both disrespectful and dangerous! The gym is for training, not playing with the equipment.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Holiday Schedule
Just a reminder for everyone on our holiday schedule for the 4th of July:
Saturday, July 3rd - Tuesday, July 6th: CLOSED
Regular classes resume afterwards.
Thanks and have a great 4th of July!!
P.S. Kick-A-Thon results and pictures coming soon!!!
Saturday, July 3rd - Tuesday, July 6th: CLOSED
Regular classes resume afterwards.
Thanks and have a great 4th of July!!
P.S. Kick-A-Thon results and pictures coming soon!!!
Monday, June 14, 2010
I Am From Dragon Gym
A poem by one of our black belts...
I am from sprained wrists and ankles, from bruises and blood, from sore shoulders that last for weeks...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from nunchakus and samurais, from staffs and gum suls, from tap outs and kihaps...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from kicks and punches, from cinder blocks and boards, from sweat and tears...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from forms and take downs, from sparring and headgear, from falls and trips...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from demo and tournaments, from medals and trophies, from passing and success...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
By
Alex Fulmer
1st Dan
I am from sprained wrists and ankles, from bruises and blood, from sore shoulders that last for weeks...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from nunchakus and samurais, from staffs and gum suls, from tap outs and kihaps...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from kicks and punches, from cinder blocks and boards, from sweat and tears...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from forms and take downs, from sparring and headgear, from falls and trips...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
I am from demo and tournaments, from medals and trophies, from passing and success...I AM FROM DRAGON GYM
By
Alex Fulmer
1st Dan
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Kick-A-Thon
Attention all students!!!
The Dragon Gym of West Grove is gearing up for our 2010 Kick-A-Thon to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
All students are strongly encouraged to participate in raising money by finding pledges of $0.50 per kick. Kics will be counted by an instructor or volunteer during gym hours on the week of June 21st. Example: Find someone to sponsor you $10 and perform 20 kicks for an instructor.
Can't make it that week? See an instructor to see if we can count your kicks early or the week after!
Students may perform their kicks during their regular class time, or whenever the gym is open that week
Monday - 5:00-8:00pm
Tuesday - 5:00-8:30pm
Thursday - 5:00-8:30pm
Friday - 5:00-8:00pm
Saturday - 8:00-11:00am
Prizes for the top kickers to be announced!
For more information and pledge sheets, see an instructor.
The Dragon Gym of West Grove is gearing up for our 2010 Kick-A-Thon to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
All students are strongly encouraged to participate in raising money by finding pledges of $0.50 per kick. Kics will be counted by an instructor or volunteer during gym hours on the week of June 21st. Example: Find someone to sponsor you $10 and perform 20 kicks for an instructor.
Can't make it that week? See an instructor to see if we can count your kicks early or the week after!
Students may perform their kicks during their regular class time, or whenever the gym is open that week
Monday - 5:00-8:00pm
Tuesday - 5:00-8:30pm
Thursday - 5:00-8:30pm
Friday - 5:00-8:00pm
Saturday - 8:00-11:00am
Prizes for the top kickers to be announced!
For more information and pledge sheets, see an instructor.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Congratulations!!
From all the instructors at the Dragon Gym of West Grove: Congratulations to everyone who tested for their new belts!!
We're proud to have advanced over 50 students to the next level of their training, including over 10 new orange belts!
Keep up the great work!!
We're proud to have advanced over 50 students to the next level of their training, including over 10 new orange belts!
Keep up the great work!!
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Testing Week Reminder & Holiday Closing
Attention Students & Parents
Just a reminder that the week of May 24th is testing week
Children training on Mondays & Thursdays who are testing should show up to their regular class time on Monday, May 24th. Youth Black Belts will be testing with the previous class at 6pm. FULL UNIFORM! DON'T BE LATE!
Children training on Tuesdays & Fridays who are testing should show up to their regular class time on Tuesday, May 25th. FULL UNIFORM! DON'T BE LATE!
All adults (beginner & advanced) will test on Tuesday, May 25th at 6:50 pm. FULL UNIFORM! DON'T BE LATE!
Board breaking and belt ceremonies will be held immediately after the testing.
There will be NO REGULAR CLASSES held on this week. However, Instructor Marty Sarkissian will hold a Saturday morning (May 29th) workout to those interested.
Another reminder: The Memorial Day weekend is approaching. The gym is officially closed from May 28th - May 31st. Regular classes resume on Tuesday, June 1st.
Just a reminder that the week of May 24th is testing week
Children training on Mondays & Thursdays who are testing should show up to their regular class time on Monday, May 24th. Youth Black Belts will be testing with the previous class at 6pm. FULL UNIFORM! DON'T BE LATE!
Children training on Tuesdays & Fridays who are testing should show up to their regular class time on Tuesday, May 25th. FULL UNIFORM! DON'T BE LATE!
All adults (beginner & advanced) will test on Tuesday, May 25th at 6:50 pm. FULL UNIFORM! DON'T BE LATE!
Board breaking and belt ceremonies will be held immediately after the testing.
There will be NO REGULAR CLASSES held on this week. However, Instructor Marty Sarkissian will hold a Saturday morning (May 29th) workout to those interested.
Another reminder: The Memorial Day weekend is approaching. The gym is officially closed from May 28th - May 31st. Regular classes resume on Tuesday, June 1st.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Reminders & Announcements
Testing
A reminder that testing has changed to the week of May 24th. For more information, please refer to the previous post "IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT -- TESTING"
Summer Camp
Everyone remember: If you're going to sign up for summer camps, act fast! T-shirt orders will be made soon!
New Black Belt
Congratulations to Kyle Andersen on achieving his new rank as 1st Dan. Kyle was present during the black belt warm up on April 10th. However, due to an illness, Kyle had to finish his test recently with Head Instructor Bill Hammond.
Kyle had an excellent test and his perserverence will continue to serve as an excellent example to the whole school. Great job, Kyle!
A reminder that testing has changed to the week of May 24th. For more information, please refer to the previous post "IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT -- TESTING"
Summer Camp
Everyone remember: If you're going to sign up for summer camps, act fast! T-shirt orders will be made soon!
New Black Belt
Congratulations to Kyle Andersen on achieving his new rank as 1st Dan. Kyle was present during the black belt warm up on April 10th. However, due to an illness, Kyle had to finish his test recently with Head Instructor Bill Hammond.
Kyle had an excellent test and his perserverence will continue to serve as an excellent example to the whole school. Great job, Kyle!
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Tournament Results
Congratulations to all of our students on a job well done at the SEMA Tournament!
Alexa Costa (1st - Weapon, Self Defense; 3rd - Breaking)
Alex Fulmer (1st - Breaking; 3rd - Weapon)
Antonio Gentile (1st - Poomsae)
Kayla Greer (3rd - Poomsae)
Cameron Kriz (2nd - Sparring)
J.J. Ruszin (2nd - Weapon, Poomsae)
Maggie Weir (1st - Breaking; 2nd - Weapon, Poomsae; 3rd - Sparring)
Olivia Weir (2nd - Poomsae, Weapon; 3rd - Self Defense)
Additional Congratulations:
Alexa Costa (Grand Champion - Weapon)
Thomas Repetz (Honorary Gold Medal)
Alexa Costa (1st - Weapon, Self Defense; 3rd - Breaking)
Alex Fulmer (1st - Breaking; 3rd - Weapon)
Antonio Gentile (1st - Poomsae)
Kayla Greer (3rd - Poomsae)
Cameron Kriz (2nd - Sparring)
J.J. Ruszin (2nd - Weapon, Poomsae)
Maggie Weir (1st - Breaking; 2nd - Weapon, Poomsae; 3rd - Sparring)
Olivia Weir (2nd - Poomsae, Weapon; 3rd - Self Defense)
Additional Congratulations:
Alexa Costa (Grand Champion - Weapon)
Thomas Repetz (Honorary Gold Medal)
Friday, April 30, 2010
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT -- TESTING
ATTENTION STUDENTS & PARENTS
The Dragon Gym of West Grove will be making a change to the testing schedule for May, in order to give students slightly more time to prepare and to accomodate any Memorial Day plans that families may have
Students training on Mon & Thurs
Test Date AND Belt Presentation -- Monday, May 24th
Students training on Tues & Friday (Including Adults)
Test Date AND Belt Presentation -- Tuesday, May 25th
Additional information to be announced later...
The Dragon Gym of West Grove will be making a change to the testing schedule for May, in order to give students slightly more time to prepare and to accomodate any Memorial Day plans that families may have
Students training on Mon & Thurs
Test Date AND Belt Presentation -- Monday, May 24th
Students training on Tues & Friday (Including Adults)
Test Date AND Belt Presentation -- Tuesday, May 25th
Additional information to be announced later...
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Camps, Tournaments, Demos and More!
A few announcements on upcoming and current events at the gym...
HEALTHY KIDS DAY @ THE YMCA
Come visit our booth at the Healthy Kids Day Demo at the YMCA, on Sat. April 17th. Feel free to come by with your uniform on and stay for our demo. For more information, see our instructors or visit the YMCA's page at http://www.ymcabwv.org/index_JY.asp
TOURNAMENT
Students!: Don't forget! If you are interested in the SEMA tournaments this April, see your instructor and let them know which competitions you want to enter!
SUMMER CAMPS
Now that summer is approaching, it's time to sign up for our daytime camps! Kids not enrolled in our classes are welcome to attend! We offer one AM camp and one PM camp in July (ages 5-12), as well as an AM X-treme Martial Arts Camp (ages 12 and up, or a high ranking belt) in August. Pee Wee Camp (ages 3-5) remains a possibility, if enough interest exists.
For more info on dates and prices, see our instructors or visit our webpage
http://www.dragongym-westgrove.com/summercamp.html
HEALTHY KIDS DAY @ THE YMCA
Come visit our booth at the Healthy Kids Day Demo at the YMCA, on Sat. April 17th. Feel free to come by with your uniform on and stay for our demo. For more information, see our instructors or visit the YMCA's page at http://www.ymcabwv.org/index_JY.asp
TOURNAMENT
Students!: Don't forget! If you are interested in the SEMA tournaments this April, see your instructor and let them know which competitions you want to enter!
SUMMER CAMPS
Now that summer is approaching, it's time to sign up for our daytime camps! Kids not enrolled in our classes are welcome to attend! We offer one AM camp and one PM camp in July (ages 5-12), as well as an AM X-treme Martial Arts Camp (ages 12 and up, or a high ranking belt) in August. Pee Wee Camp (ages 3-5) remains a possibility, if enough interest exists.
For more info on dates and prices, see our instructors or visit our webpage
http://www.dragongym-westgrove.com/summercamp.html
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Tournament Time!
Attention students,
It's time again for the Southern End Martial Arts (SEMA) Tournament on Sunday, April 25th, 2010. The event is usually held twice a year (spring & fall). It's a great way to improve all our techniques and grow as martial artists. Events include:
Breaking
Two Person Self Defense
Weapon
Poomsae (called Forms at the tournament)
Musical Form
Sparring
World Taekwondo Federation Sparring
$30 to participate in as many events as you wish.
If interested, see your instructors so we can make additional practices to prepare everyone. Feel free to also come by to simply cheer on your fellow students
Registration @ 9am
Event begins @ 11am
For address, directions and more information, see our instructors...
It's time again for the Southern End Martial Arts (SEMA) Tournament on Sunday, April 25th, 2010. The event is usually held twice a year (spring & fall). It's a great way to improve all our techniques and grow as martial artists. Events include:
Breaking
Two Person Self Defense
Weapon
Poomsae (called Forms at the tournament)
Musical Form
Sparring
World Taekwondo Federation Sparring
$30 to participate in as many events as you wish.
If interested, see your instructors so we can make additional practices to prepare everyone. Feel free to also come by to simply cheer on your fellow students
Registration @ 9am
Event begins @ 11am
For address, directions and more information, see our instructors...
New Blog/Newsletter
Hey everyone,
Welcome to our brand new blog! On this page, we plan on reminding everyone on important announcements and acknowledging everyone's hard work!
Keep your eye open to our webpage and this blog for entries such as:
Clinics (Block, Strikes, Stances, etc.)
Instructor Meetings
Events (Testing, Ceremonies, Tournaments)
Special Offers
Student of the Month
Testing & Event Pictures
and more......
ATTENTION PARENTS: Help make this page grow and submit events pictures! Also, feel free to let us know other non-martial arts milestones your child has achieved. We can't promise EVERYTHING will be posted, but we'll do our best to show everyone's efforts and achievements.
Welcome to our brand new blog! On this page, we plan on reminding everyone on important announcements and acknowledging everyone's hard work!
Keep your eye open to our webpage and this blog for entries such as:
Clinics (Block, Strikes, Stances, etc.)
Instructor Meetings
Events (Testing, Ceremonies, Tournaments)
Special Offers
Student of the Month
Testing & Event Pictures
and more......
ATTENTION PARENTS: Help make this page grow and submit events pictures! Also, feel free to let us know other non-martial arts milestones your child has achieved. We can't promise EVERYTHING will be posted, but we'll do our best to show everyone's efforts and achievements.
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