We perform many demonstrations throughout the year to different groups in our communities. From intimate classroom presentations in public and private schools, to exciting demonstrations for large groups.
Presenting demos is also our own small part in the education of our communities about what Moo Sul Kwan Martial Arts, and learning in general, is all about. People come away from our demonstrations with a better appreciation of what we do and why we spend our time pursuing such rigorous, exhilarating training.
A very important part of advanced training at the CTI is getting involved in Colorado Taekwondo Institute demonstrations. Students practice very hard to get the chance to demonstate. They practice each movement displaying the enthusiasm and passion they have for their Moo Sul Kwan techniques.
I am writing this letter in regards to Colorado Taekwondo Demonstrations. They performed an assembly for us at Carmody Middle School with commitment and dedication. We brought them in to address our student body in regards to bullying, discipline, and commitment. They brought over 40 of their students and demonstrated and discussed the positive attributes of making good decisions.
Our students were engaged and left the assembly feeling empowered by their presentation. The high flying board breaking demonstrations were truly impressive. Colorado Taekwondo was professional in every aspect of my dealings with them. I felt our students took away a lifelong lesson as well as a possible avenue to teach them how to be a positive productive member of our society.
It is with great pleasure that I recommend the Colorado Taekwondo Demonstration to any organization that is considering using their staff. Colorado Taekwondo Demonstrations will exceed or meet any expectations you might have. If I can be of any further assistance in regards to their recommendation do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Scott Allensworth
Carmody Middle School
Assistant Principal
(303) 982-8930
CTI Black Belt Demonstration Team in Action at the CTI Super Bowl
Oberon Middle School (February / April)
Notre Dame Catholic School (February / March)
Compass Montessori School (April)
Carmody Middle School (April)
Maple Grove Elementary (April)
Green Mountain Elementary School (May)
Some members of our CTI Black Belt Team travelled to the 2012 AMASEA National Convention at Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Team members included, Zach Greaves, red, Eric Evans, 1st, Michael Sandusky, 2nd, Brian Steward, 2nd, Abdu Kikhia, 3rd, Alice Meyung, 4th, Freddy Sautel, 4th, Erik Albrechtson, 5th and Jim Sautel, 7th. Below are some scences from the trip. If you want to see the full version on DVD, Team members have a copy.
To the right - Demonstrations were done for the 7th and 8th grades at Carmody Middle School in March. Thirty-six CTI students and instructors were in the two demonstrations for hundreds of middle school students. Among those demonstrating were Emma Hartmann, brown belt and other brand new white belts from the new Carmody CTI Self-Defense Club. Special thanks to Principal Allensworth and all the teachers of Carmody Middle School.
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by Terry Copper, Oberon Middle School Teacher
Not an easy task! However, we found the secret at Oberon Middle School. Take your entire student body, escort them to the gym and put them in front of a demonstration from the Colorado Taekwondo Institute. An instant hush will pierce through the crowd of teenagers as 75 taekwondo students and instructors burst onto the gym floor and start their dynamic routine.
Have you ever had a 4th degree black belt come within millimeters of your nose with a sidekick? Pretty exhilarating! This nonstop action includes kicking and punching demonstrations, patterned movements set to music, interaction with the crowd, a high school black belt defending herself against another black belt instructor posing as a knife wielding custodian. The crowd will also witness a 3rd degree black belt attempt to jump over the principal, a couple teachers, and a few wary students, and break boards before landing on the ground. All the while, there is a discussion on the importance of spirit, work ethic, trust and self-control.
And then, just as you look up and realize you are in a packed gym with 750 students and can still hear that infamous pin-drop, the crowd will erupt in applause and the hour will be over. No more silent teenagers. They will head back to their classes and continue with their daily routine. You will be impressed. Within the blink of an eye this demonstration will be over and you, too, will long for the day when you can hold the attention of 750 teenagers for an hour.
To the left is a short video of a recent demonstration at the National Conference on Senatorial Leadership in Denver, in September. One of our aims and goals is to educate the community on the dynamic Moo Sul Kwan Martial Arts.