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Taekwondo classes prepare students for situations that could endanger them or those around them, making them confident, capable protectors of those who cannot protect themselves.
Because it emphasizes the importance of control and peace, it should come as no surprise that taekwondo is largely a form of martial arts self defense. Training is strenuous, memorization of moves takes dedication and focus, and the bonds you make along the way add greatly to the overall training experience, but the foundation of CTI’s taekwondo classes is peaceful in nature. For this reason, it is important to understand a thing or two about self defense practices.
First, it is important to consider that self defense cannot be practiced without a partner. Martial arts students depend greatly on one another for the advancement of their training, and it is impossible to practice without the equal participation of an equally dedicated pupil. This not only creates bonds between fellow students; it gives each student a look into the attacker role, offering him or her valuable insight into overcoming an aggressive, violent point of view.
Second, it is valuable to understand the difference between two distinct kinds of self defense. The first is the hard, or linear way. This form of defense requires the martial artist to stop the aggressor’s blows using his or her own arms and legs in forceful throws and kicks. While this strategy tends to look violent and aggressive to others, its aim is not to harm the opponent so much as it is to protect oneself. This self defense form requires speed and strength, as well as an ability to predict the opponent’s next move.
The other form of self defense taught in taekwondo classes is soft, or circular. This method of combat is lower in direct impact between opponents. The goal here is not to use one’s arm or leg to bloke a blow, but rather to dodge it and use the opponent’s weight and momentum against him or her. To a large extent, this is the ideal form of martial arts self defense; neither the attacker nor defender receives any blows that cause injuries, and physical strength is not a requirement. This form does, however, take much more practice and skill, and can be very hard to master. As a result, both linear and circular forms are typically used by martial artists.
The ultimate thing to keep in mind about taekwondo is that, as a form of martial arts self defense, it does not aim to increase violence and aggression throughout the world. Rather, it aims to increase the ease with which peace and non-violence can permeate society by giving students the skills needed to subdue agitators. Taekwondo classes prepare students for situations that could endanger them or those around them, making them confident, capable protectors of those who cannot protect themselves.
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First Test
April, 2013
Second Test
April, 2013
Third Test
April, 2013
The promotion tests this month were held at the Green Mountain Campus. The first test was led by Michael Sandusky, 2nd dan (Golden Campus) . The second test was led by Zach Greaves, 1st dan (Westminster Campus) and the third test was led by Hope Morgan, 1st dan (Westminster Campus).
The CTI is very proud of its hard working students!
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Colorado Taekwondo Institute
Educational excellence for over 29 years.
Littleton Campus
CTI Tigers testing in April
Congratulations to our two CTI Super Bowl Grand Champions - Katie Dahle and Trish Nguyen!
Welcome to our new CTI Black Belt Club Members - Rob Sarche and Leah Teglovic!
The April 12th workout for our Family and Friends went fantastically well! Thanks to eveyrone who came and had fun!
Welcome to our new Littleton students:
Zach Bickford, Damon Bahr, Justin Gesso and Liam Valentine!
Congratulations to our students on their recent promotion test, which was held at the Green Mountain Campus:
Purple Belt - Elizabeth Hawkins Blue Belts - Micco Waisanen and J.Carter Reyes Green Belts - Seth Osborne and Christian Beamon Yellow Belts - Chad Bickford, Grady Bahr, Kelsie Kinnery, Rylee Ross and David Orton
The Executive CTI Class is on Fridays at 6:00 AM - taught by Grandmaster Sautel, adults only.
Westminster Campus
Kaitlin Cassell kicking on vacation!
What a great Lock-In! Thanks to everyone who came - we got a lot done and had a blast!
Welcome to our new students:
Jackson Karasow, Halston Kueper, Wiley Keuper, Jarrod Eller and Patrick O'Day!
Congratulations to these students on their recent testing:
Purple Belts - Maddelyn Vaughn, Devan Babley and Lydia Willis Blue Belts - Jordan Berger, Ethan Miles and Austin Barnard Green Belts - Cedyr Goarns, Caiden Wood, Gabriel Dodge and Lilly Dwyer Orange Belt - Mia Rubio Yellow Belts - Jarred Eller, Wiley Kuepper, Daniel Bergman, Nick Tibbitts, Halston Kuepper, Jackson Karasow and Taylor Dodge
Green Mountain Campus
Holly Madayag breaking at the April Test in Green Mountain
Congratulations to our 39th CTI Super Bowl Grand Champion - Andrew Madayag!
We had a fantastic time at our CTI Lock-in on March 1st! Don't miss the next one - they are a blast!
Welcome New Students!
Congratulations to these students on their recent testing:
Brown Belts - T.J. Gutierrez and Gwen Gutierrez Green Belts - Gavin Pribil, Erick Rodriguez and Vaughn Williams Orange Belts - Christiana Manna and Andrew Morgan Yellow Belt - Jaden Nademi
Golden Campus
Thomas Ma at the CTI Promotion Test with Tyler Murphy
Congratulations to our two Grand Champions at the 39th CTI Super Bowl: Theo Lincke and Thomas Ma!
Welcome to our New Students: Adolf and Matthew Ordaz!
Congratulations to these students on their recent testing:
Green Belt - Seth Huntley Orange Belts - MIette Jandreau, Charlie Hunsicker and Lincoln Hall Yellow Belts - Gabriel Paltt
Conifer Campus
Evalin Dickerson crushing the target on the CTI Tiger Test!
Adult Special Training Classes - 9:00 AM on Mondays and Wednesdays. Ask your instructor for more information.
Congratulations to these students on their recent testing:
Red Belts - Marcy Feagans and Casey Feagans Brown Belts - Keet Holdridge and Nicholas Walker Purple Belt - Devon Lewis Blue Belt - Jim Intriglia Green Belts - Grayson Krause Orange Belt - Lynne Dean Yellow Belts - Evalin Dickerson, Matthew Williams, Elizabeth Urdiales and Bailey Sessions
Welcome new Students to the Conifer Campus: John Nicholas and Jackson Wirth
Red Rocks Elementary School
Simone Scheweich at the Old Fort in Portugal!
We are excited about and getting ready for the CTI Super Bowl!
Grandmaster Sautel stopped by to work with some of the upper belts!
Congratulations to our student who tested in March:
Blue Belts - C. J. Benton Yellow Belts - Eric Guldbeck and Megan Tampa
Classes have been better than ever! Our Before-School Classes are Mondays and Wednesdays from 8 to 8:45am. New students may join anytime.
Thanks to Miss Bridget Sautel, 3rd dan, and Shekina DeTienne, purple belt from the Littleton Campus who have been assisting at our classes!
Our Lady of Fatima
Avery with fellow testers on the April CTI Junior Promotion Test
Classes are in progress! Don't miss your chance to work out with Mr. Freddy Sautel, 4th dan.
New students may sign-up at any time.
You can email: info@startmartialarts.com for more information.
Congratulations to our these students from OLF who tested:
Yellow Belts - Avery Aiderman, Joseph Osborne and Eli Osborne
Montessori Peaks Academy
Miss Sautel poomse breaking at the tournament
Students may join at any time!
Congratulations to our student who recently tested:
Orange Belts - Rachel Dumler, Mason Golliher and Samantha Biesemeir Yellow Belt - Rowan Maher
West Woods Elementary School
Wilson with the adult testers at the Green Mountain Campus
Classes are going and we have a fantastic group! Students at West Woods can come and try a class anytime!
Welcome to our newest students in the West Woods Program:
Ben Bandimere, Madilyn Gemperline, Hayden Hull and Alex Kreidler!
Congratulations to these students who recently tested:
Yellow Belts - Wilson Clark and Grayson Clark
Classes are Fridays from 3 to 3:45pm. You can sign up for next year by contacting Master Albrechtson.
