Queen's Tae Kwon Do

Welcome back to returning students

We are looking forward to another exciting year. Please send us an email letting us know when you will be back in Kingston. This will help us keep you informed of when classes start and any other events.

We will have booths at the Sidewalk Sale (Friday, September 5, 9:00–16:00) and Athletics Night (Tuesday, September 9, 14:00–21:00) for recruiting new members. Please let us know if you'd like to help out.

Photos from the bo seminar are now posted.

Mark Patterson on 2008-08-17

2008 Tournament Results

Congratulations to everyone who participated in the tournament this year. You did us proud as always.

By order of belt rank, this is the list of individuals who won trophies:

Mark P. - Kata = 2nd, Weapons (Bo) = 1st, Sparring = 2nd
Kristina - Kata = 1st, Sparring = 3rd
Laura - Kata = 3rd, Sparring = 4th
Sarah - Weapons (Escrima) = 1st, Sparring = 2nd
Teddy - Kata = 4th, Sparring = 3rd
Michael - Kata = 2nd, Weapons (Bo) = 4th
Frida - Kata = 1st, Sparring = 4th
Mark D. - Sparring = 1st
Neal - Sparring = 4th
Isabel - Kata = 2nd

Congrats and please continue to work hard for next year!

Lucia Wang on 2008-04-19

New Club Executive Needed

It's that time of year again! We're looking for new students to fill openings in the club executive. The club executive is composed of the club president, vice president, treasurers/equipement managers, safety officer / secretary, and webmaster. You can find out detail about the different positions in the 'Club Executive' section of our website. If you're interested in helping with the executive next year, please email Kristina Arseneau (4ka2@queensu.ca). We need to hear from you by Feb. 26th at the latest!

Lucia Wang on 2008-02-16

Upcoming Event - Bo Seminar

The Queen's Tae Kwon Do Club will be hosting a bo (staff) seminar on Saturday, March 1, 2008 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm. The seminar will be taught by Master Palumbo, an 8th degree black belt with over 35 years experience. During the seminar, Master Palumbo will teach a bo form that can be performed at the upcoming tournament.

As weapons training is outside of the normal class material, this seminar is optional. The fee to attend will be $25. Students wishing to attend must sign up on or before February 26. Spare weapons will be available for people who do not yet own a bo.

Lucia Wang on 2008-02-16

Pirates vs. Ninjas Update

This is a reminder that the very exciting Pirates vs. Ninjas party will be held THIS SATURDAY (Feb. 2nd). This event is an opportunity for all of the amazing people in our club to indulge in the fantasy that we've all imagined at some point in its various forms, but never actually risked attempting.

What are you - a ninja or a pirate? Come clad as either (costumes are optional - but highly encouraged!). Bring your favourite snack, game (or suggestion of a game), and drink (alcoholic or otherwise).

We'll be meeting at the PEC on Saturday at 6:30 pm. From there, we'll be walking to Mike Roger's place.

If you have any questions, you can email Mike (3mr28@queensu.ca) or talk to any of the exec in class.

Mike Roger, VP

Lucia Wang on 2008-01-30

Upcoming Events

To all students,

Below is a brief schedule of the many events that are upcoming this term. Each event is open to all students, regardless of belt level.

Thursday, February 7, 2008 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm

Master Beyer will be travelling up to Queen's to teach a sparring class. Please arrive early so that we can maximize our time. Any student that has ordered equipment but not yet received it can pick it up at any class this week.

Early March, 2008

There will be a bo seminar held on a Saturday in early March. Date and time to be confirmed soon.

Tuesday, March 18, 2008 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm

The next scheduled colour belt testing is Tuesday, March 18 during our regular class time. Eligible students will be notified in early March.

Saturday, March 22, 2008 12:00 pm - approx. 2:30 pm

There will be a shortened regular class from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. From 1:00 pm to approximately 2:30 pm, there will be a seminar on board breaking. Students will be taught all of the essentials of breaking and will have an opportunity to break boards if they wish. Boards will be available for purchase from the executive.

Saturday, April 5, 2008 All Day

Saving the best for last, the annual Tournament will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2008 in Watertown. This is an all day event and transportation will be provided. There is only one tournament each year, so start planning now. You don't want to miss it!

Michael Delouche,
Senior Black Belt Instructor

Lucia Wang on 2008-01-30

Upcoming Social Events

1. Grad Club get-to-together

Come one, come all to the grad club this coming Thursday, January 24th, to celebrate being alive and kicking! (get it...?). It's a chance for all taekwondo-minded students to kick back (again!) and relax over a pint. If you don't drink or are underage, you are also more than welcome to join! We'll meet in the PEC lobby after the class on Thursday and go to the Grad Club together.

2. Pirate/Ninja Potluck Party with Games, Rum and Sake!

(P/NPPGRS for short)...

Get ready...for the awesomest social that QTKD has yet to witness! This event is an opportunity for all of the amazing people in our club to indulge in the fantasy that we've all imagined at some point in its various forms, but never actually risked attempting. But on Saturday, February 2nd, a reckoning of unprecedented magnitude will take place between pirates, on the one hand, and ninjas on the other! Come costumed, clad as one of these two legendary figures with a dish, games, or beverage of choice...and prepare yourself--for who knows what will happen??!! Location TBA.

Lucia Wang on 2008-01-17

Tournament Reminder

The tournament date for this year is April 5th (the day after classes end). This is just a reminder for everyone to maintain good time management skills so that you can be free for this event!

Lucia Wang on 2008-01-17

New Photos Added

Mike G. has generously shared his 2007 Tournament photos with us. You can view them here.

Lucia Wang on 2008-01-08

Welcome Back

The QTKD would like to welcome back our students for the New Year. Classes will begin again on January 8th. New members are always welcome and are encouraged to attend any of our regularlys cheduled classes. Information about upcoming special events will soon be released.

Lucia Wang on 2008-01-07

Belt Testing Class Photo

Congratulations to everyone for passing the belt testings this term. You can find all the pictures taken on that day [here]; they come in both low and high quality.

Lucia Wang on 2007-11-29

Upcoming Belt Testing

First of all, thank you to everyone who attended our martial arts movie night. We had a wonderful turn out and the event was a great success.

Our upcoming belt testing will be held on Nov. 20th in the PEC Combatives Room. Testing starts at 7 pm SHARP so arrive AT LEAST 15 minutes early before the test. Punctuarlity is very important.

If you have been told that you are able to test, please hand in your testing form to Mr. Patterson by the class on Thursday Nov. 15th. The testing fee is $20.00.

Remember to wear a clean and ironed uniform, with a white (non-stylised) t-shirt underneath. Colour belts, be sure to bring your sparring equipment and mouth-guard.

Everyone has been training very hard this semester. You've all learnt the techniques that are required for testing. We have every confidence that you'll be able to succeed.

Lastly, everyone is welcome to join us at the Grad Club after testing for a little celebration

Lucia Wang on 2007-11-17

Event--Haunted House!

What: Annual Kang Duk Won Charity Haunted House

When: October 26, 27, or 28 (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday)

Please check the Kang Duk Won website here for the time slots. Please let the instructors know asap if you wish to attend.

Where: Watertown, NY at the YMCA Head Dojang

Transportation: We will get you there and back.

What should I bring?

1. Identification to cross the border (passport OR birth certificate, AND driver's license if possible)

2. A drink and small snack, dark clothing, and a flashlight if you have one.

We will also be having dinner together afterwards :)

Lucia Wang on 2007-10-18

No Class On Saturday

Class is cancelled for this Saturday (October 6th). Please have a safe Thanksgiving weekend and enjoy your turkey.

Lucia Wang on 2007-10-03

Upcoming Events

Club Socials - Grad Club & Potluck
After class on Tuesday September 25th we’ll be having an informal get-together at the Grad Club. It’ll be a great opportunity to meet new and old members on a more personal basis and, of course, to get to know our instructors better as well.

On Saturday September 29th, we’ll be hosting a club social at Kristina’s house. It’ll be a potluck-style dinner so please bring something to share. Again, it’ll be an informal get-together so come out and have fun! We’ll be meeting in front of the PEC at 6:30 pm and then walking from there to Kristina’s house. Dinner should begin around 7:00. Feel free to bring your favourite drinks (alcoholic or otherwise).

At all of our social events, we trust that our members will behave responsibility. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Kristina Arseneau (4ka2@queensu.ca).

Annual Kang Duk Won Charity Haunted House
This year's haunted house will be held on October 26th, 27th, and 28th. All students are encouraged to participate in this unique tradition. As always, the club will be providing transportation to the event location. Please come put on another great show!

Weapons Seminar
This semester, we’ll have the pleasure of having Master Palumbo lead a bo seminar for our club. The time is yet to be announced, but information will be updated as it becomes available.

Lucia Wang on 2007-09-23

September Recap

Classes have officially begun at the Queen's Tae Kwon Do Club. The club had a great start of the year beginning with the Sidewalk Sale, Athletics Night, and Demonstration Night. The instructors and executive would like to thank everyone who participated as well as the new students who have shown interest in our club. As always, it's a pleasure to see so many new faces at the beginning of the term!

Lucia Wang on 2007-09-23

Upcoming Events in September

The QKTDC will be participating in both the fall Sidewalk Sale (September 7th, 9 am – 5 pm) and the Queen's Athletics Night (September 11th, 5 pm – 7pm). Students and instructors will be present at both events to answer any questions that members of the Queen's community may have about the QTKDC. The club will also be hosting a free Tae Kwon Do demonstration on September 14th from 7:00-8:15 pm in the PEC lower dance studio for the general public. Any students who'd like more information about these events can contact Kristina Arseneau (4ka2@queensu.ca).

Lucia Wang on 2007-08-29

2007 Kang Duk Won Karate Summer Camp

Take a look at photos of this great experience here!

Lucia Wang on 2007-08-29