Tae Kwon Do - 4 Weeks for $44.00 + Free Uniform

This deal is over Friday I think...

I signed up a few weeks ago and have been having a really good time. The school is located at Midland and Eglington in Scarborough. The exact address is 2551 Eglington Avenue East, phone number is 416-269-7778.

The school has 2 floors and is really nice. If you end up getting a membership, you are entitled to train at any of their 5 locations.

Forgot to mention the school name is Black Belt World (BBW). Master Tommy Chang is the guy in charge.

The flyer says 'offer valid with this flyer only' but that is not true (I saw the sign outside the school and went in and got the deal.

Before you sign up for 4 weeks, call 416-533-1221 and book a free trial class
for the one on Bloor Street.

The Black Belt World FREE TRIAL CLASS

Before you decide to begin your training at Black Belt World, we highly recommend that you book an appointnent for a free-trial class.

This way you will have the opportunity to see our training facilities, meet Master Tommy Chang, the instructors and students, as well as experience our training regimen and school atmosphere first-hand.

Q. How do I book my FREE TRIAL LESSON?
A. It's easy. Just call 416-533-1221 and speak to one of our instructors. He or she will arrange a time that is convenient for you and provide directions to the school.

Q.What do I need to bring to my FREE TRIAL LESSON?
A. Bring comfortable clothing (t-shirt and sweat pants) and lots of enthusiasm

Pretty good price...the one near our house Hashnem Tae Kwon Do is charging $275 for 6 weeks... Do you know where the 5 other locations are of this particular club ?

Maybe you should state what kind of Taekwon-Do they teach. My kids (green belt, green stripe, and Yellow belt) study ITF. The Taekwon-do that are in the olympics is WTF. Could mean the difference to some people.

Originally Posted by ecomsherry

The Taekwon-do that are in the olympics is WTF.

I'm guessing this stands for World TaeKwonDo Federation (or something along those lines).. but maybe they should have used a better anagram lol

Since I'm 'stuck' in Mississauga for the next month this would be something interesting to do to pass the time (that and I need at least some MA to contend with my gf's black belt in karate .

What age groups would one expect for this dojo?
edit: Following the last message, specifying the style would be great as well.

Google= link http://www.taekwondo.ca/main.htm

doesn't he just teach kids?

My kids go to Rising Sun Martial Arts in Mississauga. Its the ITF method taught by an 8th dan black belt (Richard Parris). Most important thing about the club is the master instructor so make sure they have a good reputation. Master Parris is very good with kids. We also win our share of medals at tournaments so I know our technique isn't bad.

I really don’t think its worth that much money going to school those types of schools. I know a few ppl that went and weren’t happy at all. If you want to learn martial arts you better of doing some research, a lot of people will tell you that place like those you buy your black belt and don’t earn it. Also when I went, these guys give you a lot of hassle, they’re going to want you to sign up for 1year etc etc. imo you’re better off paying more and going to a better school


Edit - here's a link for school reviews + info if any1 is interested...

http://www.fightingspirit.ca/forum/v...6c02276f0085db

(btw not sure if ur allowed to put up links ot other forums >< if not soz)

Originally Posted by Nai

Since I'm 'stuck' in Mississauga for the next month this would be something interesting to do to pass the time (that and I need at least some MA to contend with my gf's black belt in karate .

What age groups would one expect for this dojo?
edit: Following the last message, specifying the style would be great as well.

There's usually a lot of kids but there are definitely adult classes (which I assume you'd take part in).

FYI, it's called "do-jang" in Korean. ("Dojo" is Japanese but it means the same thing.)

Originally Posted by Captin Howdy

I really don’t think its worth that much money going to school those types of schools. I know a few ppl that went and weren’t happy at all. If you want to learn martial arts you better of doing some research, a lot of people will tell you that place like those you buy your black belt and don’t earn it. Also when I went, these guys give you a lot of hassle, they’re going to want you to sign up for 1year etc etc. imo you’re better off paying more and going to a better school

Agreed - don't just be lured in by the old "free" uniform promotion - do some research, talk to club members, go to a sample lesson, make an informed choice...

[QUOTE=RudeDoggy]There's usually a lot of kids but there are definitely adult classes (which I assume you'd take part in).



If not, he could be like Kramer from Seinfeld and just start kicking little joey's ass in the sparring competitions

After training and being around martial arts for 20 years, my advice to those starting off is to be careful about the big "chain" schools. Not to say all are bad, but some do mass produce. This is also so, of smaller schools, but not as much, as they are usually a bit more intimate and have a better handle of who is coming through the door / how they are doing.

The best indicator I have found is watching a black belt class. Watch them train and observe their technique. If they hold a ranking of black, they should have strong, accurate punches and kicks while maintaining their balance. If you see black belts that do not have strong balanced form (which may be hard for the inexperienced to always pick up on), then you should find another school. Good schools will only award black belts to those who have earned them, not just paid for them. I have seen many who have "sold" them. A black belt only means that you have learned the basics and you are now ready to understand the art and the application of the techniques.

The other point is, even if the master is really good, that does not mean that he is necessarily a good teacher. The best indicator is the students he brings up and how talented they are. Also watch if they possess the right philosophy. True martial arts teaches you to use your ability to help others and not to use your knowledge unless necessary. Being humble is a good thing. Some schools promote themselves as "tough guys" or the "best" and willing to prove it to others. That is a recipe for losing some teeth, as you will eventually meet up with someone better and you might get a bit of a butt kicking.

Good luck !!