Archived News & Events
Summer Classes
For any club members in Kingston, there will be unofficial classes throughout the summer. Classes are underway and are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Time Monument (the big statue by the water at King St. and Albert St.) from 6:30 to 8:00. I hope to see you there.
Mark Patterson on 2007-05-14
End of Unofficial Classes
Unofficial classes are now over for the year. Good luck on any remaining exams and have a great summer.
Mark Patterson on 2007-04-24
Unofficial Classes
There will be unofficial continuing throughout exams. Meet in the PEC at our regular time and we will find a room to train in.
Mark Patterson on 2007-04-13
End of Year
Congratulations to everyone who tested. You all did a great job. There will be classes this week (Thursday April 5th and Saturday April 7th). There will be unofficial classes in the first week of exams at our regular times.
Mark Patterson on 2007-04-05
Tournament Applications
Tournament applications are available online or in class. You can learn more about tournament here or by asking the instructors or experienced students.
Mark Patterson on 2007-03-13
New Photos!
The pictures from the breaking class and the sparring class (with Master Beyer and Mrs. Beyer) can now be viewed.
Thank you again to our wonderful instructors!
Lucia Wang on 2007-03-09
Club Social
This Saturday March 10th, we will be holding another club pot luck/ social. We will meet at 6:30 outside the PEC and then head over to Caroline's house. Check your e-mail for her address if you will be arriving late. Members are welcome to bring their own "refreshments".
Mark Patterson on 2007-03-06
Upcoming Events
After a relaxing/re-energizing break, here are a few exciting events to look forward to:
Escrima Class - March 10th
Tournament - March 31st
Testing - April 3rd
Hope to see everyone there :)
Lucia Wang on 2007-02-26
Classes During Reading Week
There will be classes during reading week. If you are in Kingston, come by the PEC during our regular times.
Mark Patterson on 2007-02-14 (Valentine's Day)
Club Dinner
The club dinner will be held Saturday, Feb. 10. This will be a nice, informal way to get to know your instructors and fellow students better and so we hope that everyone will attend.
Date: Saturday, Feb. 10
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Stoney's (189 Ontario St. — corner of
Clarence and Ontario, close to White Mountain and Joy Supper Club)
Mark Patterson on 2007-02-09
Bring-a-Friend Class
Thursday, January 18 will be a bring-a-friend class. Invite some of your friends to come to Tae Kwon Do with you. There is no limit on the number of friends you can bring and the class is free.
If you know people who are interested in trying the club but are busy on the 18th, they are welcome to come to any of our regularly scheduled classes.
Mark Patterson on 2007-01-14
End of Term
There will be no more classes this year. Thank you to everyone (instructors and students) for a great semester. Classes resume Tuesday January 9th.
The photo taking at the testing is below. A larger version is also available.
Mark Patterson on 2006-12-18
Movie Night
This Saturday, November 18, the QTKDC is going to be hosting a martial arts movie night. This'll be a great time to unwind before exams, meet some of the club's students outside of the dojang, and watch some terrific movies! Feel free to bring snacks, refreshments, and your favorite film. We'll be meeting at the PEC at 6:45 pm before walking over to Kristina's house. If you have any questions, please forward them to Mr. Patterson (3msp@qlink.queensu.ca) or Kristina Arseneau (4ka2@qlink.queensu.ca)
Hope to see you there!
QTKDC Exec on 2006-11-14
Upcoming Events
Belt Testing
Belt testing is on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 7:00PM in the Lower Studio (not the Combatives Room). Requirements for belt levels can be found here.
Open Classes
The American Kang Duk Won Association is offering a number of open classes before the holidays, including jump kicks, sparring, judo, staff weapons, and ground fighting (schedule). Classes are from 6:30-8:00pm at the YMCA Main Dojang in Watertown. Speak with one of the black belt instructors if you are interested in attending any of these classes. Transportation can be arranged.
Weapons Seminars
The American Kang Duk Won Association is also offering several weapons seminars during the upcoming year (schedule). Speak with one the instructors if you are interested in attending any of these seminars.
Jennifer Lem on 2006-11-12
Escrima Seminar
On Saturday, November 4, we were very fortunate to have Mr. Delouche lead an escrima seminar. Pictures from the event have been posted in the Photo Gallery. Thank you to Mr. Delouche for instructing the seminar and to all the students who attended.
Jennifer Lem on 2006-11-07
New Photos and Club Executive Bios
Biographies and pictures for the 2006-07 club executive have been posted. New pictures from QTKD summer class and AKDW camp have been added to the Photo Gallery. Thank you to Ruth Emode and Mr. and Mrs. Delouche for providing these photos.
Jennifer Lem on 2006-09-22
Congratulations Mr. Delouche!
Mr. Delouche was promoted to the position of Senior Instructor this past Sunday, and is the first Canadian to be named a titled instructor with the American Kang Duk Won Association.
Jennifer Lem on 2006-09-19
New Class Times and Dates of Interest
Welcome to a new season of QTKD! Times and locations for 2006-07 are now posted. Classes begin Thursday, September 14. New students, feel free to come check out a class or e-mail us if you have any questions. Returning students, hopefully you had an enjoyable summer and are excited to begin classes again.
Here are some upcoming QTKD events:
- Sidewalk Sale: Friday, Sept. 8, 9am-5pm
- Athletics Night: Tuesday, Sept. 12, 5-7pm (tentatively)
- First Class and Demo Night: Thursday, Sept. 14, 7pm
If you'd like to help out at the Sidewalk Sale or Athletics Night by manning a booth shift, please email Mr. Patterson for more information.
I will be updating the website in the coming weeks, so stay tuned for new pictures and information.
Jennifer Lem on 2006-09-07
Camp Journal Photos
Jen's camp journal has been updated with photos. You can view it here.
Mark Patterson on 2006-08-03
Camp Journal
Jen has written a journal about her experiences at the summer training camp. We're having some technical difficulties with the website but I will add the pictures to it when they are resolved.
Mark Patterson on 2006-07-26
Tuesday, June 6 Class and Summer camp
There will be no class on Tuesday, June 6 as I cannot make it. Regular classes continue on June 8th and continue on every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 7:00.
The Kang Duk Won camp will be held on June 29th to July 2nd. You can attend for any or all of the four day, as your other commitments permit. We can arrange camping supplies and transportation. If you would like to attend, please e-mail me. More information is available on the Kang Duk Won website.
Mark Patterson on 2006-05-01
Summer Classes
During the summer, classes will be held at 7:00 on Tuesday and Thursday. At this time, there is no Saturday class planned. Weather permitting, classes will be held at or near the time monument by the lake.
For the Thursday May 11th class only: in the event of rain, the class will be held in the Lower Ceilidh of the JDUC.
Mark Patterson on 2006-05-10
Week of May 7th
There will be a class on Tuesday May 9th at 6:45 and Thursday May 11th at 7:00. There is no class planned for Saturday May 13th.
Update: The Tuesday class will be in the JDUC Robert Sutherland Room (Rm. 240). The Thursday location is TBA.
Mark Patterson on 2006-05-07
Week of May 1st
Although the PEC is closed, Jen has managed to get us facility time in the JDUC. If you'd like to do some training this week, come by the JDUC during the regular class times. We'll be in the McLaughlin room (Rm. 241) this Tuesday and Thursday, and the Wallace room (Rm. 240) on Saturday.
If the weather stays warm, we'll probably move outside next week. I will keep this website updated with information on classes during the summer.
Mark Patterson on 2006-05-01
April 30th and Beyond
After April 30th, students must purchase a summer membership to use the PEC facilities. For this reason, Saturday April 29th will be the last of the unofficial classes for a few weeks. Once the weather warms up, we will begin holding classes in one of the local parks. I will send out an e-mail and post on this site details as they become available.
Mark Patterson on 2006-04-27
Classes During Exams—Update
There will be no class on Saturday, April 22nd. You are welcome to use the facilities but none of the senior students will be able to attend. There are classes on Tuesday the 18th, Thursday the 20th, Tuesday the 25th, Thursday the 27th and Saturday the 29th.
Mark Patterson on 2006-04-17
Kingston This Week Article
Kingston This Week has run an article about the students who competed in the tournament. The article appeared in April 4th issue and is available online.
Mark Patterson on 2006-04-09
Mr. Dupuis' Contact Information
Thank you to all the students for a great year. Mr. Dupuis asked me to let you know that his e-mail address is rick.k.dupuis@jus.gov.on.ca and that you are welcome to contact him any time.
Mark Patterson on 2006-04-07
Saturday April 8th Class Update
Kristina is available on Saturday April 8th so there will be an informal class during the regular time. Nothing gets you ready for exam studying like kicking stuff, so I hope you can make it.
Mark Patterson on 2006-04-06
Dinner and Classes During Exams
There is a reservation for the end of year supper. The supper's going to be at Shoeless Joe's at 7:00 pm on Saturday April 8th. We have a reservation for 15 people and there's still lots of spots left! Let Kristina know if you want to come. It's going to be a lot of fun and we hope to see everyone come out.
It is the university's policy that clubs cannot run classes during the exam period. If you'd like to work out or relieve stress during exams, come by the PEC during our regular class times. Although we won't be holding a class, some of the senior students will be hanging around doing martial arts and you are welcome to join us. There will be no class on Saturday, April 8th (I have a tutorial).
Mark Patterson on 2006-04-05
Tournament Results
Six members of Queen's Tae Kwon Do Club traveled to Watertown last weekend to compete in the American Kang Duk Won Association 32nd International Karate Tournament. Over the course of the all-day event the competitors were awarded 11 titles, including 4 first place trophies.
The students, Samantha Lee, Sherman Li, Jennifer Lem, Caroline Lougheed, Mark Patterson, and Sarah Tooth, competed in three aspects of the martial arts: katas (scripted combat sequences), weapons forms, and sparring.
For their katas, Lem took 1st place in the white belt division, Lougheed took 4th place in the yellow belt division, Li and Tooth took 1st and 2nd place in the green belt division, and Patterson took 2nd in the brown belt division.
In weapons competition, Li, Lem, and Lougheed were awarded 1st, 3rd, and 4th place for their bo katas (scripted combat with wooden staff).
Tooth, Li, and Patterson captured 1st, 2nd, and 2nd place in their respective sparring divisions.
Competitors from Queen's have a strong history of performance at the Kang Duk Won Tournament—a reflection of the dedication and support of the club instructors, Mr. Dupuis, Mrs. Hayes, Mr. and Mrs. Delouche, and Master Shean.
Photos are available here.
Mark Patterson on 2006-03-29
Lots of Exciting News
Tournament
Saturday March 25th is the 32nd annual Kang Duk Won tournament (more information). Students may compete in any of three division: kata, sparring (yellow belts and above only), and weapons form. Application forms are available online or from the club executive in class. Please let us know by Saturday March 18th if you would like to participate in or view the tournament (send us an e-mail if you cannot make it to class). We will arrange transportation to and from Watertown where the tournament is held.
Testing
The next belt testing at Queen's will be Thursday March 30th during the regular class time. Make sure you attend as many classes as possible leading up to testing to ensure you are ready. Click on the Resources link to the left to view the requirement for each belt rank.
Executive
We need students to help run the club next year. We need a president, vice-president, treasurer, safety officer, equipment officer, webmaster, social coordinator, and more. If you want to get involved, speak to me (Mark) and let me know you are interested. I was hoping to have an informal election / general meeting after class on Tuesday March 28th.
Mark Patterson on 2006-03-14
Equipment Order
Mr. Dupuis will be in Watertown this Saturday and can pick up equipment that people would like to order. If you would like sparring gear (needed for yellow belts and above), e-mail me at 3msp@qlink.queensu.ca indicating your shoe size and if you want both gloves and foot gaurds. You can check out the equipment available at the store here (prices are in US dollars). Please let me know as soon as possible if you would like to order gear.
Mark Patterson on 2006-02-22
Class During Reading Week Update
Regularly scheduled classes on Feb. 21st, 23rd, and 25th will be held during reading week. If you're in town, come out for the classes.
Mark Patterson on 2006-02-18
Class During Reading Week
There will be a class on Saturday, Feb 18th if you are still in town. Check back for information on whether there will be classes on Feb. 21st, 23rd, and 25th. Have a restful reading week!
Mark Patterson on 2006-02-17
Bo Seminar
I am excited to announce that we will be hosting a bo (staff) seminar this coming Saturday (Feb. 11). Master Palumbo will be leading the class. Master Palumbo is one of the directors of Kang Duk Won, an extremely talented martial artist, and a skilled instructor. We are very fortunate that he has agreed to make the trip up to Kingston.
The seminar will start at 11:30 in Bartlett Gym and run to 13:30. Note that this is earlier than we usually start and in a different location. There will be a $30 fee for the seminar.
If you are interested in participating, you must confirm that you will be attending on or before Thursday Feb. 9th. Please talk to Mark Patterson in class to let him know you will be attending. If you can't make it to either of the Tuesday or Thursday class, e-mail him at 3msp@qlink.queensu.ca. In your e-mail, indicate if you have a staff or if would like for us to arrange one for you.
Mark Patterson on 2006-02-06
Sparring Equipment
Marina has prepared some information on sparring gear.
Mark Patterson on 2006-01-19
Welcome back
I hope everyone had a restful break and is eager to get back to training. The first class back is Tuesday, Jan. 10th at the usual time.
Mark Patterson on 2006-01-10
Last Class for the Year
This Saturday (December 17th) will be the last Tae Kwon Do class that we will be running this year. Classes resume on January 10th.
Next term, we're also going to start sparring in class. All students with a yellow belt or above will need gloves, boots, and a mouth guard. If you are interested in purchasing equipment through Kang Duk Won or would like more information so that you can purchase it elsewhere, email Mark (3msp@qlink). If you already have gear, just bring it in January. Mouth guards can be purchased at any sports-equipment store (S&R sells them).
Have a happy holiday season and we'll see you all again January 10th.
Kristina Arseneau on 2005-12-16
Tae Kwon Do During Exams
It is the university's policy that clubs cannot run classes during the exam period. If you'd like to work out or relieve stress during exams, come by the PEC during our regular class times. Although we won't be holding a class, some of the senior students will be hanging around doing martial arts and you are welcome to join us.
Mark Patterson on 2005-12-03
Congratulation on a Successful Testing
Congratulations to the students who tested yesterday. You all did an excellent job and the blackbelt instructors were very impressed. New belts will be available next class and the certificates should follow within the next few weeks.
Your QTKD Executive on 2005-11-23
Testing Date
Testing is set for Tuesday, November 22nd during the regular class time. Students are encouraged to attend as many classes as possible leading up to the testing to ensure they are prepared. Speak with Mr. Dupuis or any of the senior students if you have any questions about belt gradings.
Mark Patterson on 2005-10-29
Thanksgiving Class
For everyone who is in Kingston during the Thanksgiving weekend, we will be holding our regularly scheduled class on Saturday October 8. If you are out of town for the weekend, we look forward to seeing you on Tuesday.
Mark Patterson on 2005-10-07
Welcome Back
Welcome back to all new and returning students. For returning students, we will be holding our first class Tuesday Sept. 13th at 19:30 in the Combatives Room. We would like to see everyone there.
Students who are interested in the club are encouraged to explore our website and send us an e-mail. We will have a booth at the Sidewalk Sale (along University Ave.) on Friday Sept. 9th from 9:00 to 17:00 and a booth at Athletics Information Night (at the PEC) on Tuesday Sept. 13th from 17:00 to 19:00. If you are interested in the club, you are highly encouraged to watch our free demonstration on Thursday Sept. 15th at 19:30 in the Lower Studio of the PEC. New members are also welcome to try a free class before joining the club.
Mark Patterson on 2005-09-08
Recent Down Time
We apologize for the recent unavailability of the QTKD website. The service interruption was caused by some critical and unexpected bugs with the AMS web server. We appreciate the efforts of the IT staff to return the server to full operating capacity as quickly as possible.
Mark Patterson on 2005-08-08
Final Camp Photos
Many more photos from camp have been posted. Many thanks to Liz and Marina for their help.
Mark Patterson on 2005-07-18
Camp Write-up
The camp page has been updated with much more information about the activities. More photos from the 2005 camp should be available soon.
Mark Patterson on 2005-07-11
2005-06 Schedule
I have updated the above schedule with the new times for the upcoming year. Clubs info night (a fair where students can see booths for all the athletic clubs) is Sept. 13th from 5:00 to 7:00pm. If you are interested in learning more about the club, please explore the website or send us an e-mail.
Mark Patterson on 2005-07-11
First Camp Photos
The first few camp photos are now online. Sorry that they are all of me but I'm waiting for pictures from the other students who attended.
Mark Patterson on 2005-06-29
Camp
Mark, Marina, James, and Elizabeth attended the annual summer training camp from July 23rd to 26th. They are pleased to report that it was an amazing opportunity and well worth the trip. More information and photos will be posted shortly.
Mark Patterson on 2005-06-28
Class on Tuesday, April 26 and Beyond
None of the senior club members are available on Tuesday, April 26th for the regularly scheduled class. You are, of course, welcome to use the room at any time during the exam period. There will be club members present on Thursday, April 28th during the regular class time. If you are interested in training in Kingston after the 28th, e-mail us so we know you are in town and we will provide you with information.
Mark Patterson on 2005-04-24
Club Executive
If you would like to learn more about the people making up the club executive this year, take a look at the bios that have been posted.
Mark Patterson on 2005-04-23
Summer Training Camp
The annual summer training camp will be held from Thursday, June 23 to Sunday, June 26 in Lorraine, New York, although students can attend for as many or as few days as they like. Camp exposes students to a wealth of activities, including a climbing wall, combat course, and seminars on diverse topics lead by the many Kang Duk Won instructors. Attending camp is an amazing experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life. If at all possible, all club members should attend.
If you are unsure if you'd like to participate or would like more information, e-mail us with your phone number and we can answer any questions that you have.
If you would like to attend, information is available on the Kang Duk Won web site. The club can arrange for transportation, camping equipment, and almost anything else you may need.
Mark Patterson on 2005-04-16
Tae Kwon Do During Exams and Over the Summer
Although regular classes are over, there is still an opportunity to practice Tae Kwon Do. If you need a break from studying, come down to the PEC during any one of our regularly scheduled classes. At least one of the senior belts will be present for all classes.
There will be classes held over the summer. If you'd like to participate, e-mail us and get on the mailing list.
Also, be sure to send us an e-mail as soon as you are back in town in September so you don't miss out on any fun events.
Have a great summer!
Mark Patterson on 2005-04-14
Tournament Results
Marina, Mark, and Elizabeth represented the Queen's dojang at the 2005 tournament. Collectively, they were awarded two first place titles for their katas, 2nd place for a weapons form, and 1st and 3rd place for sparring. Congratulations to all the participants for all their hard work. The students would like to thank their instructors for their ongoing support: Mr. Dupuis, Mr. and Mrs. Delouche, and Master Shean. Photos.
Mark Patterson on 2005-04-04
Tournament
The annual American Kang Duk Won tournament will be held on April 2nd. This tournament is an excellent experience for students of all levels. There are three categories for competition: Kata (Palgays), sparing, and weapons forms. Students will only compete against students with similar experience. In addition, the black belts prepare spectacular demonstrations. If you are interested in competing, download an application form and return it to class. If you would like to attend the tournament but not compete, speak to a member of the executive or e-mail us so we can arrange transportation.
Escrima Photos
Photos from the escrima class are now online.
Testing
Congratulation to all students who tested for a new belt. Everyone should be pleased with their performance.
Your QTKD Executive on 2005-01-21
New Web Site & New Members
I hope you like our spiffy new web site design. If you have any feedback, drop me an e-mail or let me know in class.
We are always looking for new members. If you resolved to get fit for the new year or have always wanted to study martial arts, consider joining the Queen's Tae Kwon Do club.
Mark Patterson on 2005-01-14
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