Oneonta Taekwon-do

Congratulations to Lori and Ben for earning their yellow belts.  They performed very well, especially in their ability to stay synchronized during Chon-Ji.

Neither has practiced martial arts before and have worked very hard to earn their rank.  We are very proud of their commitment and determination.

Congratulations to Phineas Brown-Collins, aka “Finn”, for earning his yellow belt. Finn was able to test in record time due to his excellent attendance and at-home practice.
Finn demonstrates basics:

Finn demonstrates self-defense 1,2,3:

We thank Finn for remembering to bow to the board holders. What excellent courtesy:

Theo Carbone and Dylan Windsor, testing for their yellow belt, demonstrates basic blocks, punches and kicks during the July 2009 test. They also perform the pattern Chun-Ji, the first of many patterns they will have to achieve as they begin their journey with Taekwon-do.

Thank you John Buck

John – thanks for noticing that Grandmaster Kim’s website now features videos of him performing Chon-Ji, Dan-Gun, and Do-San.  Please take a moment and watch the Grandmaster in action on the SJKim Taekwondo Website Patterns Page.

Next Test
Saturday, February 21st at 10am

We anticipate that Alex Lusins, David Howard, and Owen McCabe will be eligible to test. Please come out to support them and cheer them on. We will have class at 9am and begin the test when the students are ready.  If you are…

One of the rewards for passing a promotion test is the introduction of a new pattern. Learning a new pattern means learning new techniques. The techniques are often awkward at first just as a high block was awkward on your 2nd day of class.

Eventually, through repetition, concentration, and experimentation, the movement will become smoother and more second nature. By the time you are demonstrating the pattern for your next test, the movement should be one you are comfortable executing with full exertion and confidence. Remember, every move in the pattern should be executed…