Omaha Blue Waves offers Amazing Tiny Tiger Classes for 5 to 7 Year Old Students
CLASSES
Monday, Wednesday, Tuesday, & Thursday 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday and Thursday 6:00 to 6:45 PM
(Effective 4/1/24)
THERE ARE SO MANY WAYS MARTIAL ARTS BUILDS POSITIVE ASSETS IN YOUNG CHILDREN
TKD BUILDS FOCUS IN YOUNG CHILDREN
Getting young children to pay attention can be difficult unless you give them easily understandable tools. We help show children the importance of focus by having them apply it to to the skills being taught.
The skills they learn in the dojang can last a lifetime. Parent’s often comment that they notice changes at both home and school after just a few months.
KID’S ARE CONSTANTLY LEARNING …
Studying TaeKwon-Do is a great activity for young children. It Is a great way to expend excess energy and to help kids understand the importance of developing character. Our Tiny Tiger classes help kid’s learn self-control, develop positive social skills, and build friendships.
DOES YOUR CHILD GET EASILY BORED?
Learning TaeKwon-Do helps children develop both long term and short term goals such as earning earning new belts. Young children often become frustrated when they don’t get what they want right away, but studying TaeKwon-Do they learn perseverance.
The ‘martial play’ exercises in the Tiny Tiger classes helps kids manage stress and anxiety by allowing them to work it off in a safe and productive manner.
TKD IS A HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE TO TEAM SPORTS …
Many young children have difficulty dealing with the pressures of team sports. Martial arts offers a healthy alternative while still providing kid’s with lots of healthy activity that helps with coordination, balance, and general fitness. As the children grow they are able to experience martial arts competition as an individual or as part of a team.
IT TAKES A VILLAGE..
Being a parent is the most rewarding job there is, but we all know that sometimes everyone can use a helping hand.
Omaha Blue Waves is a family friendly and family oriented school. Our focus when teaching our youngest students is to provide a structured learning environment that creates positive developmental assets to help them grow and be successful in life.
We work with our parents to provide support through classes and family meetings.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Self-defense: TaeKwon-Do is a martial art that teaches practical self-defense techniques. Learning TaeKwon-Do can help you feel more confident and prepared to defend yourself if necessary.
- Fitness: TaeKwon-Do is a physically demanding sport that can help improve your fitness level. It involves a lot of cardio, strength, and flexibility training, which can help you stay in shape.
- Discipline: TaeKwon-Do is a highly disciplined sport that emphasizes self-control, respect, and focus. Practicing TaeKwon-Do can help develop mental toughness and improve your overall discipline.
- Stress relief: TaeKwon-Do can be a great way to relieve stress and tension. The physical activity and mental focus required during practice can help you clear your mind and reduce anxiety.
- Personal growth: TaeKwon-Do can be a journey of personal growth and self-improvement. As you progress through the ranks and develop your skills, you may find that you become more confident, self-aware, and resilient.
- Community: TaeKwon-Do can provide a sense of community and belonging. Many TaeKwon-Do schools are like families, and the camaraderie and support from fellow practitioners can be very beneficial.
- Fun: TaeKwon-Do can be a fun and engaging activity. Learning new techniques, sparring with partners, and competing in tournaments can be exciting and rewarding experiences.
TaeKwon-Do focuses on Self-Control as one of the core tenets of the art. Children quickly learn that acting out in class is unacceptable. The skills they learn here are easily transferable to both home and their school.
Yes!!! We talk with both parents and children about the importance of perseverance. It is built into everything we do. We encourage students to find as much joy in the effort as reward in success.
We have taught martial arts to students for many years. We feel that the best time to start martial arts is when you are ready. We did set our start age at 5 because children younger than this have difficulty focusing and dealing with separation anxiety. Waiting till 5 gives most children the best chance of having a positive first experience.
Many of the parents of young children decide to take classes with them several nights a week. This is a great opportunity for bonding and to learn something new.
Basic Information on the Art of TaeKwon-Do
Courtesy * Integrity * Self-Control * Perseverance * Indomitable Spirit
TaeKwon-Do Student Oath
I shall observe the Tenets of Taekwondo.
I shall respect Instructors and Seniors.
I shall never misuse Taekwondo.
I will be a champion of freedom and justice.
I will build a more peaceful world.
TaeKwon-Do is a Korean martial art that began its formation shortly after WWII in Seoul, Korea. In 1945 a number of Kwans (or Gyms) began teaching hybrid martial arts that were influenced by all but lost indigenous Korean arts, as well as, Chinese and Japanese styles. It wasn’t until 1957 that these styles began to become known as TaeKwon-Do (foot, fist, way) at the urging of General Choi, Hong Hi (the father of TaeKwon-Do).
TaeKwon-Do initially formalized under the Korean TaeKwon-Do Association and in 1966 under the International TaeKwon-Do Federation. In the 1973 political issues split the art with creation of the World Taekwondo Federation (later know as simply World Taekwondo). Unlike many ‘sports’ TaeKwon-Do has its own ethical code of ethics that include both tenets and a student oath. TaeKwon-Do is the most widely practiced martial art in the world today.
At Omaha Blue Waves Martial Arts we teach traditional TaeKwon-Do, the same style which was originally formalized in 1957. We maintain affiliations with the United States Kido Federation, the International TaeKwon-Do Federation, the International Jung Tong TaeKwon-Do Federation, and the World TaeSool Federation.
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