The Korean Martial Arts Academy has developed resources to broaden our community's knowledge and understanding of Taekwondo, and to provide news and information about KMAA.
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Articles
The following articles are written and produced by KMAA's Instructing Team, to educate our community about Taekwondo and provide further detail on the philosophy of our martial art.
Criticism vs Feedback article
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
Ms Kay's article helps to reframe feedback in the dojang in a positive light; not as personal criticism, but as feedback designed to help students improve. 'Developing a Killer Kihap' article
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
Ms Kay writes about how to develop a killer kihap. Board Breaking article
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
Ms Kay writes about her secrets for using simple physics to break boards effectively. South Korean Flag article
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
Ms Kay writes about the South Korean flag. Taekwondo Tenets: Indomitable Spirit
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
This article outlines the final of the five tenets of Taekwondo; Indomitable Spirit. KMAA Students Visit Korea
Written by the Newman family (KMAA students)
The Newman family provide their story and share photos from a recent trip to Korea, where two KMAA students participated in a competition and visited the Kukkiwon. Taekwondo Tenets: Self-Control
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
This article outlines the fourth of the five tenets of Taekwondo; Self-Control. Taekwondo Tenets: Perseverance
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
This article outlines the third of the five tenets of Taekwondo; Perseverance. Taekwondo Tenets: Integrity
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
This article describes the second of the five central tenets of Taekwondo; Integrity. Taekwondo Tenets: Courtesy
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
This article describes the first of the five central tenets of Taekwondo; Courtesy. Five Tenets of Taekwondo
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
This article details the central tenets of Taekwondo and how these characteristics are developed in students. Why do we do Poomsae?
Written by Kay Millican, Fourth Dan Black Belt
This article provides detail about the benefits of Poomsae (also known as Forms or Patterns). |
eNews
KMAA's eNews is an internally produced publication which includes articles on martial arts, photos, upcoming events, KMAA news, and more. eNews editions are distributed twice per month, emailed to our current members.
eNews: 21 February 2020
In this edition of eNews, we celebrate as the first belts are awarded for 2020, we congratulate our students of the month, and Ms Kay writes about re-framing feedback not as criticism but as an important tool for self improvement.
eNews: 17 January 2020
In our first eNews of the decade, we provide detail on our recent Bunnings BBQ fundraiser raising money for WIRES, we introduce two new classes commencing in February; a new Family and Cadets class, and Master Instructor Ms Kay writes about how to develop a killer kihap.
eNews: 21 December 2019
In our final edition of eNews for 2019, we farewell Lead Instructor Mr Man, provide suggestions for what students can practice at home over the break, and Lead Instructor Ms Kay Millican writes about board breaking.eNews: 16 December 2019
In this edition, we introduce Intermediate classes for our Tigers and Dragons programs, our receptionist Abbey Morris writes about breathing techniques, Master Instructor Kay Millican writes about the South Korean flag, and we congratulate our students of the month.
eNews: 25 November 2019
In this edition, KMAA student Aarushi, a Ninth Bong graduate and Second Poom Black Belt, writes about Bongsul (long stick), we detail our make-up class policy and KMAA Instructor Ms Kay Millican outlines the final Tenet of Taekwondo.
eNews: 6 November 2019
In the 6 November edition of eNews, KMAA Lead Instructor Miss Annika writes about what Pink Month means to her, we hear from two competitors who travelled to Korea, and Master Instructor Kay Millican writes about the fourth Taekwondo Tenet, Self-Control.
eNews: 28 October 2019
In the 28 October eNews, KMAA Cadets student Lynda writes about her experience participating in a seven day Taekwondo camp, and Master Instructor Kay Millican writes about the third Taekwondo Tenet, Perseverance.
eNews: 10 October 2019
In the 10 October edition of eNews, we outline a change to our class content, Lead Instructor Miss Annika provides information about 'Beautiful Minds', and Master Instructor Kay Millican writes about the second of the Taekwondo Tenets, Integrity.
eNews: 25 September 2019
The 25 September edition of eNews details the two causes KMAA is supporting by turning pink from October, provides dates for upcoming demonstration opportunities, and Master Instructor Kay Millican writes about the first of the Taekwondo Tenets, Courtesy.
eNews: 10 September 2019
In this edition of eNews, we introduce KMAA's recognition awards, provide detail on upcoming events and a demonstration opportunity, and outline the five tenets of Taekwondo.
eNews: 21 August 2019
In this edition of eNews, we discuss why Poomsae (forms / patterns) is important, we introduce a new class for Tigers transitioning into the Dragons program, outline a process change for level testing, and more.
eNews: 1 August 2019
Our first edition of eNews congratulates our newest Black Belts, discusses incorporating student feedback into our programs, welcomes two new administration team members, and discusses respecting our belts and early break-fall skill building.
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Resources
Dojang Rules
Dojang Rules are the standards we expect all students to follow when they are training at KMAA.
Student Creeds
Every class at KMAA ends with a Student Creed. This reminds us why we do martial arts. This document provides the creeds for Pandas (3-4 years) and our Student Creed for all other ages.
How to tie your belt
Our friendly and approachable Instructing and Administration team are happy to help tie young students' belts. This handout can be helpful for those learning to tie their own belt.
KMAA's Belt System
This handout shows KMAA's belt colour system, and provides detail on the number of stripes needed for level tests and gradings for each belt level.
Grading Application Form: Tigers
The Tigers Grading Application Form is to be completed by 5-7 year old students (with the help of their family), and encourages practice at home and development of martial arts values. Grading Applications are to be provided to reception one week before belt exams.
Grading Application Form: Dragons
The Dragons Grading Application Form is to be completed by 8-11 year old students (with the help of their family), and encourages practice at home and development of martial arts values. Grading Applications are to be provided to reception one week before belt exams.
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KMAA Stationary Forms
For Pandas students (3-4 years) and beginner Tigers (5-7 years) before students are ready to learn Poomsae, KMAA has developed the following stationary forms: Hand Strike Form, Double Hand Strike Form and Elbow Strike Form.
Students learn blocks and strikes, but instead of moving in different directions, which can be confusing for young students, these forms are performed on the spot. Videos are available via YouTube below: Hand Strike Form Double Hand Strike Form Elbow Strike Form Poomsae Links
Below are some external video links to help with your Poomsae (Forms/Patterns).
These are guides to help you with learning the direction of the patterns, however do not rely on these videos as your primary information for forms, as some techniques change throughout time. White Belt Pattern Pattern 2: Poomsae Taegeuk Ee Jang Pattern 3: Poomsae Taegeuk Sam Jang Pattern 4: Poomsae Taegeuk Sa Jang Pattern 5: Poomsae Taegeuk Oh Jang Pattern 6: Poomsae Taegeuk Yook Jang Pattern 7: Poomsae Taegeuk Chil Jang Pattern 8: Poomsae Taegeuk Pal Jang For more information or details go to the Forms Encyclopedia. This has videos, detailed instructions and general knowledge about Poomsae. | ||||||||||||
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