PARENT GUIDE


Being a Parent of a Taekwondo Student Now that your child has enrolled in taekwondo, he/she has the opportunity to develop in many ways. Your child will improve physical areas such as coordination, fitness, and flexibility.

Taekwondo can help develop other characteristics in your child. Over time, you will find improvement in your child's concentration, focus, self-discipline, self-esteem, and perseverance. These mental benefits are a result of the carefully designed taekwondo program in which he/she is participating.

Our program requires that a child enter the classroom and focus his attention on the work at hand. Memorizing patterns and definitions will help him focus his mental powers. Our testing procedure is specifically designed to encourage your child to work hard for a goal, perform, and see achievements as the direct result of his work. In addition, his self-confidence should increase as he continues to perform in front of others and sees that he is able to do this successfully. Achievement in taekwondo is measured in individual progress, not in how well your child compares to the next. Therefore, all children have the opportunity to succeed.

What must your child do to gain these benefits?

1. Come to class on a regular basis, at least 2-3 times a week.
2. Come to class prepared to pay attention and work hard.
3. Practice at home!

How can you help your child to progress?  Your role is very important to your child's development in all aspects of life. The more you are involved, the more enthusiastic and committed your child will be. You can help your child by being more than just the bill payer and chauffer.

Be a motivator for your child.  I'm sure that your child will often decide he would rather watch TV or play outside with his friends than come to taekwondo class. Teach him the value of responsibility and commitment by encouraging him to come to class. You will fid that he will enjoy class once he arrives!