Our Mission

The Korea-America Tae Kwon Do Association was formed in December of 1976. Since that date, our Association has grown and become a thriving organization. Through our military members we maintain Academies throughout the world. We teach and study traditional Korean Tae Kwon Do. DCMA was created in 1996 and is in direct report to this association.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

To ensure that each and every student, from white belt to black belt, is given the opportunity to fully expand his or her horizons within the Martial Arts.

To ensure that the tenants of Tae Kwon Do are not only taught, but are also maintained and displayed. We will hold the traits of Truth, Honor, and Righteousness as our strength and fuel for our courage.

To ensure that after each class the student will leave the Dojang knowing they had a good workout, and leave with a feeling of accomplishment.

To ensure that no one is ever taught in an abrasive or abuse manner. We teach in the manner that we would want to be taught ? with respect.

To ensure that everyone develops the trait of leadership. Within each student is a black belt. Within each black belt is a student. No one is born with leadership skills. This trait must be taught, and taught in a positive manner.

OUR PHILOSOPHY:

Our philosophy is that Tae Kwon Do is a complete martial art. Tae Kwon Do is not just sparing. Sparring is only a portion of this traditional martial art. There is physical discipline, mental discipline, attitudinal building, learning to understand others, learning how to listen, and learning to understand ourselves. These traits are developed slowly but surly through guidance, positive strokes, and example.

The technical aspect of Tae Kwon Do teaches patience and understanding within ones self. It also makes the body healthy, strong, and gives the mind life knowledge, so new understandings can be grasped. When a person learns and understands what true Tae Kwon Do is, they will know that it is a tool and a guide on which a person can base their life on.

OUR APPROACH TO TEACHING

We teach all aspects of our art in a positive, goal-achieving manner. We are never abrasive, or disrespectful with one another. Respect between everyone is evident in all that we do. We all know that learning is enhanced when it is done in a positive manner.  Negative actions only bring about negative results. For this reason you will never see disrespectful actions within our training halls.

We teach our students that fighting, real fighting is wrong. If you fight, no matter what the reason, you have just lowered your standard below those of an animal. Animals fight because it is in their instincts and they don?t have the ability to reason. Humans can reason, so there is never an excuse for fighting. Once a person knows they cannot avoid a fight they are taught to end the confrontation as quickly as possible.

OUR APPROACH TO TOURNAMENTS

Winning begins with the manner an instructor teaches his competitors. A winner has the proper attitude, physically stamina, technical Tae Kwon Do knowledge, a good coach, and most importantly a spirit that gives 100% during competition.

We feel that we provide our competitors the best training we can possibly give. We will never put a student in a situation where they might become injured. Or let them compete if they are not totally prepared. We are totally honest when it comes to competition. Then there are students who do not have a desire for competition. This is fine; we will still give that student the same effort as the competitor.

WHY WE ARE SUCCESSFUL?

We feel that we are successful because we have been blessed with students who treat their association and academy as an extension of their family. All instructors take the time to give each and everyone the attention and training they deserve. We all show genuine respect to every one. Once this happens, the student develops their respect along with their martial art skills. These immeasurable traits will flourish. Then, when the student is at the stage where they can start their own academy, they will be able to impart a true martial art to their students. They will teach the traits of truth, honor, and righteousness. They will be able to have the cohesiveness of family, and impart the trait of respect.

WHAT IS GAINED BY STUDYING TAE KWON DO

Self-Discipline, learning how to meet and exceed goals. Learning how to take control of their bodies and life.

Fitness and Conditioning. Very few people just stay in shape, a properly administered Tae Kwon Do program will get anyone into shape, increasing flexibility and aerobic capacity. Building strength and endurance. All that is needed is the desire to learn.

Self-Confidence.  This is learned once again by setting and meeting goals. We learn that the word ?Can?t? just does not exist. Everything is possible.

Higher Self-Esteem. By learning that goals can be met and exceed a person develops a new sense of self. They learn that no matter what they are confronted with, all obstacles can be defeated. They learn that they can feel good about themselves and their actions.

Self-Defense. Self-defense is a very important part of martial arts. A person learns how to defend him or herself through training in Tae Kwon Do. Using only the body as a defensive weapon.

AN OPEN INVITATION

I would like to take this opportunity to invite anyone who is in the area to visit our academies. If you are an instructor or student who would like to see what we have to offer or if you needs to further your Tae Kwon Do Skills. Please come by. If you are an instructor who would like to join our association please feel free to drop us a line and we can get you further information. Thank you for taking the time to visit our web site. Let us know what you think, once again thank you and have a great Tae Kwon Do day.

Pil Sung

Master Dan Cavazos

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Grandmaster Rosalio Martinez Jr.