Benefits of Taekwondo for Children , STUDENTS RESPONSIBILITY

Benefits of Taekwondo for Children

This list is prepared from published research and anecdotal reports from parents
· Children who practice Taekwondo develop a high degree of self-respect Taekwondo builds their self-confidence, self- esteem,and self-discipline.
· They gain confidence by finding that they can achieve their goals by practice and perseverance
· They develop better manners
· They develop leadership abilities
· They obtain a desire to set and achieve goals
· They develop better concentration skills
· Parents observe better grades in school plus increased attendance
· With progressive training children become more enthusiastic and optimistic
· They develop a “Yes, I can” attitude
· They learn to take responsibility for their actions
· They develop the strength to say NO to unhealthy peer pressure
· They develop better motor skills, coordination, and strength, i.e. better fitness
· They acquire skills for physical and mental self-defense
· They learn how to defend themselves in self-defense situations

STUDENTS RESPONSIBILITY

1. Never tire of learning. A good student can learn anywhere, any time. This is the secret of knowledge.

2. A good student must be willing to sacrifice for his art and instructor. Many students feel that their training is a commodity bought with monthly dues, and are unwilling to take part in demonstrations, teaching and working around the do jang. An instructor can afford to lose this type of student.

3. Always set a good example for lower ranking students. It is only natural they will attempt to emulate senior students.

4. Always be loyal and never criticize the instructor , Taekwon-Do or the teaching methods.

5. If an instructor teaches a technique, practise it and attempt to utilize it.

6. Remember that a student's conduct outside the do jang reflects on the art and instructor.

7. If a student adopts a technique from another do jang and the instructor disapproves of it the student must discard it immediately or train at the gym where the technique was learned.

8. Never be disrespectful to the instructor. Though a student is allowed to disagree with instructor,the student must first follow the instruction and then discuss the matter latter.

9. A student must always be eager to learn and ask questions.

10. Never betray the instructor.