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The “I Can Do It” Attitude, Martial Arts Surrey - Delta Schools Can Provide!

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  The “I Can Do It” Attitude, Surrey and Delta Martial Arts schools Can Provide!   In life, an incredible superpower is the idea that one’s life is destined for greatness!   As a new immigrant to Canada more than 50 yrs ago, I had everything going against me.   I had to learn French, English, Italian, and Korean; all at the same time.   I was born with bad vision and serious coordination challenges.   Do you think this stopped me?! NO!   My parents raised me with incredible discipline and focus.   This in turn, gave me a heart that quitting never was an option!   Excellence comes to those who battle challenges and overcome!   Applying discipline drove me to be more than who I was yesterday.   Step by step, skill sets resulted.   Multiple languages were learned, academics increased, physical skills improved.   Today, we do a great disservice to our kids if we coddle them and try to protect them too much.   My gen...

Kids Martial Arts - Surrey - Delta - Newton - Taekwondo - Jong Kim Martial Arts

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Jong Kim Martial Arts - Surrey - Taekwondo   What is Taekwondo at Jong Kim Martial Arts - Surrey – Delta? Taekwondo is a martial arts found in Surrey and Delta .   Taekwondo was created in Korea by General Choi.   Taekwondo is comprised of 3 words in the Korean language.   1.       “Tae” means kicking, leg sweeping, leg blocking, and kneeing.   2.       “Kwon” means punching, knife-hand striking, hand blocking, hand parrying, hand grip locks, etc.   3.       “Do” means the art or way of. Taekwondo in Surrey and Delta literally translates into Korean kick-boxing art . Taekwondo is a martial arts where hand and foot are weighted in 50/50 distribution.   Before Taekwondo became an Olympic sport, introduced at the Seoul 1988 Olympics, it was an art of self defense combat system known as ITF Taekwondo.   ITF Taekwondo was founded years before Olympic taekwondo wa...

How "integrity growth" is vital to Surrey and Delta kids in martial arts – taekwondo

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  How “Integrity Growth” Vital to Kids Taekwondo - Martial Art in Surrey - Delta . Author –   Master Edward Kim  c/o  Jong Kim Martial Arts – Surrey – Taekwondo .   Integrity, by definition, means being honest and having strong moral principles. It defines the most important essence of what it means to live a fulfilled life. Integrity represents who you are and what you stand for.  It directly affects you and those whom you associate with; be it at school, at work, or in life in general.  I systematically outline how integrity development, through kids martial arts programs in Surrey and Delta, is a vital area of concern.  The most common martial arts which incorporate Integrity in their teaching philosophy include taekwondo, karate, and judo in the surrey and delta area .  Taekwondo incorporates moral culture and is outlined in the first Taekwondo book created by General Choi.  Within this book, is outlined to instructors and stude...

Taekwondo vs other martial arts: which one is right for you?

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  Taekwondo vs. Other Martial Arts: Which One is Right for You? 1/3/2025   Choosing the right martial art can be a tough decision, especially with so many options available. Whether you’re looking for something to improve fitness, build self-defense skills, or just for fun, it’s important to find the martial art that fits your needs. In this blog, we’ll compare Taekwondo to other popular martial arts to help you decide which one is right for you. What is Taekwondo? Taekwondo  is a Korean martial art known for its powerful kicks, speed, and precision. It focuses on both physical and mental discipline, making it an excellent choice for people who want to improve their fitness and self-control. It’s especially popular in places like Taekwondo Surrey BC, Taekwondo Delta BC, and across Canada. ​ How Does Taekwondo Compare to Other Martial Arts? There are many martial arts, each with unique benefits. Here’s a quick comparison: Karate:  Like Taekwondo, karate focuses on str...