phone (508)
361-0432
Martial Art Classes for Women
Northeastern Tae Kwon Do Academy, Bellingham, MA
Our Women’s
Martial Art program was designed to give women the opportunity to
train in the Martial Arts in a manner that is comfortable for both
beginners and advanced practitioners.
WHAT IS IT!
Martial Art
training in Tae Kwon Do, enhanced with techniques from other
martial art styles, along with internal training in yoga, meditation, tai
chi and chi gong.
WHAT IS TAE
KWON DO
Tae Kwon Do is
a Korean Martial Art style. It is effective for women because of its’ emphasis on kicks
(women have most of their strength in their hip area). I
translate Tae Kwon
Do as the art of developing moral
character, through disciplined practice of self defense using both
mind and body.
HOW IS AN ALL
WOMEN’S MARTIAL ART CLASS DIFFERENT
The mentality
of men in the Martial Arts is generally different from that of
women. Men actually enjoy punching each other!
Women tend to be more considerate, less aggressive and less
ego oriented. Women also have a different body and strength structure.
Women's classes can provide a safer, more
pleasurable and empowering experience.
WHAT WILL TRAINING INCLUDE This program will provide training for your Mind and Body and Spirit.
In addition to
traditional Tae Kwon Do this program includes:
- Internal
Training (Tai Chi,
Chi Gong,
Yoga and Meditation)
- Prevention and Healing
- A major
Self
Defense component
- Advanced
training in Self Defense against weapons: knife, stick, gun
HOW DOES THIS
PROGRAM DIFFER FROM AEROBIC CLASSES
This is a
progressive program, providing rank advancement in Tae Kwon Do
The emphasis is
on training both your mind and body
It provides a strenuous workout, but not necessarily aerobic
You learn how
to effectively defend yourself
You develop an
increased sense of awareness, balance, flexibility, and self-esteem
WHY TRADITIONAL
TRAINING
Traditional
training provides an environment which is conducive to fostering
respect and developing moral character as well as maintaining the
integrity of the art. We wear uniforms and adhere to martial
traditions such as bowing. The
tenets of Tae Kwon- Do are: courtesy,
integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit.
Originally,
martial arts were designed specifically for survival; learning how
to defend oneself and country in a time of war before guns and bombs
were pervasive.
Integrity was inherent. Women were not allowed to train. Once the
war had subsided, skills developed for survival became elusive. The
arts continued and the component (Do), which encouraged participants
to attain a moral character and pursue a spiritual or internal path,
was emphasized. Women
were (very) gradually allowed to train.
Many martial
art schools are getting away from traditional training and are
feeding into the desire for instant gratification, competition, and
material emphasis pervasive in our society today. Students become focused on fancy uniforms, trophies, belts
and awards as a means of acquiring self esteem. The techniques
learned are not effective and students consequently develop a false
sense of security and esteem.
CAN ANYONE DO
IT
Yes, unless you
have an injury or medical problem which prohibits it.
Training
allows individuals to progress at their own rate, based on physical
ability, time availability and limitations
Martial Art Training
requires patience, practice and persistence!
IS THE PROGRAM
SAFE
In any physical
workout there is risk of injury. I have the knowledge and will do my best to keep students
safe. I retain the
right to cancel students who I feel are disruptive or unsafe. (It hasn’t happened yet)
WHAT IS THE FEE
AND HOW IS IT PAID
WHEN ARE THE CLASSES HELD Our Women's Martial Art Classes are offered Sunday evenings at Northeastern Tae Kwon Do Academy from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. (6:00 - 8:00 p.m. during the summer). These classes are available for both beginner and advanced students.
ARE THERE
ADDITIONAL COSTS?
All
participants are required to have a uniform for class
(this is martial art tradition, and shows correct intent)
Uniforms are
purchased at the time of sign-up. Cost $40.00.
As one
progresses in the program, there are testing fees for those
interested in rank advancement, and any additional equipment
purchased, such as sparring gear!
CAN YOU PARTICIPATE IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD ANY PRIOR MARTIAL ART TRAINING Yes. Our program welcomes new students with little or no previous Martial Art training,
CAN I WATCH A
CLASS
Yes, women are welcome to come and watch a class and talk to me and the current
students any time you like.
TRIAL CLASS We do not offer trial classes. There is no long-term commitment to our programs.
WHEN CAN I START Classes are currently ongoing and open to new members at any time. If you are interested in joining, please feel free to contact me by phone or e-mail.
ANY OTHER QUESTIONS? Ask. I am honored to offer this program and will be more than happy to provide information, answer any questions and address any concerns that you may have. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at (508) 361-0432 or e-mail contactus@makoto-do.com.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.
Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.
It is our light, not our darkness that frightens us.
We ask ourselves, who am I to be
- Brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous?
Actually, who are you not to be?
You are a child of God.
Your playing small doesn't serve the world.
There's nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you.
We are all meant to shine, as children do.
We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us.
It's not just in some of us:
It's in everyone, and as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.
As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others".
Nelson Mandela