DO-Martial Arts

Last Saturday June 27 we had our All ITF Class. We have new visitors and more Taekwon-Do family to practice. Thank you everyone who attended to our open class and for sharing your love and dedication to our art. Thank you to all the DOMA students who attended and thank you to all the Masters who attended our training. Watch out for the next one on Saturday July25th.

Don’t forget to take advantage of our summer special!

Former Students and Family,

Summer is the perfect time to get back on the mat, and we're excited to welcome our returning students back to Do Martial Arts with a special limited-time offer!

Summer Return Student Special
✅ No Uniform Fee (if you still have your uniform)
✅ First 3 Months for Only $99 Per Month
✅ Return to training with your friends and instructors
✅ Regular tuition rates begin after the promotional period

⏰ Offer Expires June 30, 2026

Whether you've been away for a few months or a few years, now is a great opportunity to continue your martial arts journey and work toward your next belt rank.

Why Taekwondo?
Taekwondo offers benefits that extend far beyond the classroom:
🥋 Build Confidence – Gain self-esteem through achievement and personal growth.
💪 Improve Fitness – Develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance.
🧠 Increase Focus & Discipline – Learn valuable life skills that help at school, work, and home.
🛡️ Learn Self-Defense – Build practical skills while developing awareness and confidence.
🤝 Make Friends & Stay Connected – Train in a positive, supportive community.
🎯 Set Goals & Achieve Them – Progress through belt ranks and celebrate accomplishments along the way.
We would love to see you back in class this summer! Spaces are limited, and this special offer ends June 30, 2026, so contact us today to reserve your spot and take advantage of these savings.

We look forward to welcoming you back to the Do Martial Arts family!

To all our students!

🥋 The True Meaning of the Dobok and the Ti (Belt)
As martial artists, our uniform is not merely workout attire; it is a vital component of the spiritual aspect of Taekwon-Do.

In the Encyclopedia of Taekwon-Do, General Choi Hong Hi explicitly states that the official do bok was designed to retain traditional aspects while representing a new age of heritage and discipline. It serves distinct, profound purposes:

It instills pride as a practitioner of orthodox Taekwon-Do.

It identifies cultural education and degree of skill.

It obliges us to behave accordingly. As the Encyclopedia notes: "When we wear a uniform, we accept a certain role in society and we are obliged to behave accordingly."

The Dobok is a Complete Uniform
Lately, it has become common in the wider martial arts world to see individuals wearing the do bok halfway—treating the sacred uniform like a casual school t-shirt and pants.

The Encyclopedia clearly defines the do bok as a precise, unified structure: a specific shirt (jeogori), pants (baji), and belt (ti). Wearing it improperly undermines the very tradition and social order the uniform is meant to protect. If we treat our uniform like casual sportswear, we reduce our martial art to a casual hobby.

Honoring the Ti (Belt)
Even more concerning is the trend of treating the ti (belt) as a mere piece of training equipment—using it as a jump rope or placing it on the floor to be stepped on.

The belt is steeped in ancient tradition, symbolizing the philosophical core of Taekwon-Do and the wearer’s spiritual journey—from the innocence of white to the maturity and imperviousness to fear of the black belt.

Furthermore, our belt is wrapped around the waist only once. This represents three sacred tenets:

Ohdoilkwan: Pursue one goal whatsoever, once it is determined.

Ilpyondanshim: Serve one master with unshakable loyalty.

Ilkyokpilsung: Gain a victory in one blow.

To drop the belt on the floor, step on it, or use it carelessly directly disrespects these profound philosophical principles. The belt belongs around your waist, representing your dedication, humility, and technical mastery.

To Our Students: Thank You
I want to commend the students of our school. I am incredibly proud that you treat your do bok and your belt with the utmost reverence. You do not cut corners, you do not dress casually on the dojang floor, and you honor the heritage passed down to us.

Let us continue to set the exemplary standard for orthodox Taekwon-Do, showing that true martial artists carry themselves with dignity both in their technique and in how they wear their uniform.

Always a great time when Master Andres Muniz comes to teach! Thank you sir for the self defense class and application.

Advanced self-defense in ITF Taekwondo focuses on practical techniques for defending against a variety of attacks, including grabs, strikes, and weapon threats. Students learn to apply timing, distance, leverage, and controlled force to neutralize threats while creating opportunities to escape safely. Training develops confidence, situational awareness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Advanced self-defense also emphasizes adaptability, using Taekwondo principles to respond effectively in real-world situations.

This past Saturday, some of our students were able to belt test. They pushed through and did a great job! So proud of them! Keep training and keep up the good work guys 🥋💚 thank you to our parents who also tirelessly support these students by making sure they are in class and practice!

Former Students and Family,

Summer is the perfect time to get back on the mat, and we're excited to welcome our returning students back to Do Martial Arts with a special limited-time offer!

Summer Return Student Special
✅ No Uniform Fee (if you still have your uniform)
✅ First 3 Months for Only $99 Per Month
✅ Return to training with your friends and instructors
✅ Regular tuition rates begin after the promotional period

⏰ Offer Expires June 30, 2026

Whether you've been away for a few months or a few years, now is a great opportunity to continue your martial arts journey and work toward your next belt rank.

Why Taekwondo?
Taekwondo offers benefits that extend far beyond the classroom:
🥋 Build Confidence – Gain self-esteem through achievement and personal growth.
💪 Improve Fitness – Develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance.
🧠 Increase Focus & Discipline – Learn valuable life skills that help at school, work, and home.
🛡️ Learn Self-Defense – Build practical skills while developing awareness and confidence.
🤝 Make Friends & Stay Connected – Train in a positive, supportive community.
🎯 Set Goals & Achieve Them – Progress through belt ranks and celebrate accomplishments along the way.
We would love to see you back in class this summer! Spaces are limited, and this special offer ends June 30, 2026, so contact us today to reserve your spot and take advantage of these savings.

We look forward to welcoming you back to the Do Martial Arts family!