Buchanan Taekwondo
Spokane's Premiere Taekwondo Studio
Our Programs
People from any walk of life may be a student of the martial arts. Male or female, young or old Tae Kwon Do has something to offer everyone. Tae Kwon Do's benefits include much more than improved physical fitness alone. Of utmost importance in the Dojang (training studio) are the five tenets of Tae Kwon Do. These values are inherent to and inseparable from Tae Kwon Do. With an additional emphasis on respect, honor and humbleness students build character and confidence that resound throughout all facets of life.
Modesty
Perseverance
Self-Control
Indomitable Spirit
Etiquette
Taekwondo for Children
Parents everywhere are looking for effective
ways to promote and assist in their child's development. At
Buchanan Tae Kwon Do we offer a safe and fun environment where
your children will learn to improve themselves and strive for
excellence. Students are required to maintain good grades for
belt promotions, as academic success is paramount. We believe
that personal attention and working at each individuals own pace
are key to measured improvement. With a focus on the tenets of
Tae Kwon Do, leadership, and moral values, your children will
gain invaluable life skills.
In addition to weekly training children will have the
opportunity to participate in various activities including
exciting demonstrations, sparring clinics featuring some our
nations best Taekwondo athletes and coaches, as well as in
Taekwondo tournaments.
Private lessons are also available for all ages.
Taekwondo For Adults
Children are not the only ones who can benefit from Tae Kwon Do training! Tae Kwon Do is a fantastic venue for adults to improve themselves as well. Weather you are seeking self-defense skills, an exciting change from your normal workout routine, or an activity for the entire family to share in, the camaraderie in the world of martial arts is one of a kind. Adults will see improvements in many areas, including:
Self-Defense/Physical Fitness
Build muscle and lose weight
Promote body sculpting
Gain youthful agility and flexibility
Increase stamina and endurance
Reduce stress and fatigue
Building Confidence and Character
Self-Discipline and Development
Glossary
Baal: Foot
Cha-gi: Kick
Ahp cha-gi: A front kick, performed by
thrusting the foot to the target in a linear motion.
Dolryo cha-gi: A frequently used roundhouse
kick.
Dui-hooryo cha-gi: A spin whip kick, performed
by pivoting on one leg, spinning the body around and release the
kicking leg in a circular motion. The sole of the foot is used
to strike the opponent's face.
Dwi cha-gi: A back kick, used mainly for
counter-attacking.
Guligi cha-gi: A hook kick.
Naeryo cha-gi: An axe kick, performed both with
a bent knee and a straight leg. When executed with a bent knee,
the knee is unfolded in a downward direction, beginning at the
highest point of the kicking path. The straight leg kick is
performed by lifting the leg straight up at a slightly
off-center angle and dropping it on the target.
Twi-o cha-gi: A jump kick.
Yop cha-gi: A side kick.
Cha-ryeot: Attention. The referee shouts this prior to the start of a match to both competitors.
Chi-gi: A punch.
Dung-joomock chi-gi: A back fist punch.
Guligi chi-gi: A hook punch.
Me-joomok chi-gi: A hammer fist punch.
Pyon-joomock chi-gi: A knuckle fist punch.
Sob-nal chi-gi: A knife hand punch.
Counting: If a knockdown occurs, the referee
will count from one to 10 in Korean to give the downed athlete
time to recover.
Dari: Leg.
Dobok: The white, V-neck uniform worn during
taekwondo matches. The style is based on traditional peasant
garb.
Dojang: A training gym or school where a
student develops his body and mind.
Eolgul: Face.
Hogu: A padded chest protector. In
international competition, the hogus must be marked red (chung)
and blue (hong).
Gyoroogi: Sparring or competing against an
opponent. This is the type of competition that is practiced
during the Olympics.
Jeon: One round of competition.
Jeum: A point scored during competition.
Joomock: Fist.
Joo Sim: A referee.
Kalyeo: The referee's order to break.
Keuman: Meaning stop, the match ends when
the referee declares keuman.
Kyeong-rye: Bow. Contestants do to each
other and to the officials before and after the match.
Mok: Neck.
Mo-li: Head.
Moo-rup: Knee
Momtong: The middle part of the body, or
trunk.
Palmmock: Forearm.
Poomse: A pattern of techniques used against
an imaginary opponent. In some competitions, an athlete's poomse
is scored and specific moves are required, similar to the
compulsory round in figure skating.
Shijak: Start. The competition does not
begin until the referee says this.
Son: Hand.
Sonmock: Wrist.