Curriculum
The Cycle of Training

All-Star Taekwon-do offers one of the most comprehensive martial arts curriculums available. In maintaining the deeply rooted traditions of our art, we teach the complete “Cycle of Taekwon-Do” (Soonhwan Do) as originated by the Founder of Taekwon-Do, General Choi Hong Hi.

The Soonhwan Do includes:

• Fundamental Movements – Individual movements that teach students proper methods of blocking and striking
• Patterns – A series of movements, practiced alone, against “invisible” attackers
• Sparring – A systematic program that teaches students how to apply what is learned in class against “moving” partners
• Dallyon – Methods of forging a stronger body to effectively, and safely, utilize the techniques that are taught in class
• Self-Defense – Practical movement against unarmed attackers

In addition to the traditional aspects of Taekwon-Do, students are also exposed to various aspects of attacking and defending using both blunt and edged weapons. The primary purpose of this part of training is to introduce students to the possibility that someone carrying a weapon could attack them.

In addition to teaching the physical components of Taekwon-Do we round out our program by educating our students on the moral and philosophical teachings of our Founder and today’s modern Masters.

The Student Oath and Tenets of Taekwon-Do briefly touch upon the moral aspects of our art:

• I shall observe the tenets of Taekwon-Do:
      - Courtesy
      - Integrity
      - Perseverance
      - Self-Control
      - Indomitable Spirit

• I shall respect instructors and seniors.

• I shall never misuse Taekwon-do.

• I shall be a champion of freedom and justice.

• I shall build a more peaceful world.