The goals that were accomplished when I began TaekwonDo were to become a black belt. Also, to become physically healthy, and to be the best student that I can be. As a white belt in little tigers class I accomplished learning my first techniques 1, 2, and 3 my breaking techniques and kicking techniques and counting to ten in Korean. I also learned basic stands in Taekwondo. I encouraged myself even if I was tired, or sick and didn’t want to go to practice some days of the week also because I practiced very hard. These goals were accomplished how, because I learned at every class I attended, also my coaches taught me as soon as I started Taekwondo. The words of support from my instructors, are “to do my best,” “try your hardest.” …show more content…
The opportunity has also allowed me to defend myself when needed in case of an emergency I am also respectful of others and encourage others in school. Taekwondo has also allowed me to focus and concentrate on school tests projects, and artwork. In school when I take a test I get nervous, but I remember the confidence I have learned in Taekwondo and use it to support me during the school test to pass with high scores. In my class when distractions are around I can’t focus but I remember to focus on my objective from Taekwondo then I block out my distractions and finish my …show more content…
At home when I go downstairs to the den I start to fear of the dark, but I remember confidence in the practice of Taekwondo then I go downstairs to complete my task without fear. At home when the TV is on I get distracted from my homework, projects or chores then I remember focus from Taekwondo then I complete one of the three tasks on time. Most importantly, every day of the week I work hard to be the best person that I can be. The words I remember in every aspect of my life are from my coaches with supportive words told to me in every class by saying “never to give up and to do your best’’ to help me try my best to do my hardest and to never give up and to help me pass each
First I got my white belt in the other side I was kind of nervous because everyone their are strangers to me. The first thing I did was breaking boards with a front kick. And I thought that was easy. I started taekwondo when I was 9 years. Why wanted to be a blackbelt you ask here's your answer to protect myself. Taekwondo made me focus on my education more. My journey to black belt did not start with me walking by the academy and enrolling as is the experience of many students. I was told to either put in a 110 percent effort in it, or to have a seat. Basically, my mom told not to make any arguments. I decided to push myself more than I can ever imagine to being the
“To conquer frustration, one must remain intensely focused on the outcome, not the obstacles.” I still remember this quote from Within I Rise by T.F. Hodge because this specific quote has helped me through my long and winding journey toward the black-belt. It started with my friend in fifth grade showing me what he learned in karate class the day before, and me asking my mother if I could join. My brother and I went to our first class and I instantly fell in love with the sparring, grappling, fighting combinations, self-defense, and of course, learning to use nunchucks. It was not long before I had my eye on the black-belt, but there were many obstacles ahead. Less than one percent of all students at my karate school end up getting to
I have many goals as an Athletic Training Student, and continuing my education is the biggest goal in order to be successful in my career and future goals. Eventually, I will earn a doctorate and go on to work at a professional level with a major league soccer team. I also aim to increase the knowledge and awareness of mental health within the field of athletic training.
My time, energy, and heart go into all of my endeavors. Discipline was taught through the balance of academics and athletics. Gymnastics helped me perfect the art of time management. I am thankful gymnastics has given me all of these
I love the practicing art of Taekwondo and it has literally made my life more interesting. The fighting and self-defense aspect has taught me many life skills such as self-control, self-discipline, respect and commitment. I have learnt so much and I still have much more to learn.
I was raised with the mindset that if you are going to do something, you might as well be proud of it. I want to set goals for my performance and attempt as much as I can reach my goals.
To me success is knowing that I didn't just meet my goal, I overachieved my goal. If I don't meet my goals, that's fine. All I need is to try my hardest and give it my all and I will be fulfilled. Reaching your goals is important but It is very necessary to sit down and think about other stuff like, what you value or what is important to you. The most important things to me is my family, friends, health and education. I also value achievement, adventure, happiness and knowledge. In total with your view of accomplishment and success in mind, you can succeed and reach your goals.
Taekwondo is for those who are audacious, enterprising, and intelligent. It is a sport that utilizes the subtle art of studying, probing, and finally attacking with a complex maneuver all aimed at the goal of undermining the opponent. Back then when I was a purple belt, I never really grappled the concept because I thought Tae-Kwon-Do was just another sport to play. However, a few belts later, a shocking event occurred and it changed my whole perspective about the it. I started shaping up, improving and eventually, I would go on to graduate as a black belt in the upper quartile. Similarly, characters from the book The Things They Carried, by Tim O’Brien, faced events much like mine. The soldiers were unfocused and
Cassius Clay, Jr., famously known as Muhammad Ali, began boxing at an early age, initiated his successful career in the boxing ring, and shared his wealth and convictions to the less fortunate. Since Muhammad Ali as a youth experienced difficulties, he found the sport of organized boxing to be a way to counteract his emotions. Although his career met with some disappointments, he was awarded numerous recognitions for his outstanding abilities. From his accomplishments in the boxing arena, Ali extended his accomplishments by assisting numerous charities. Muhammad Ali’s recognition in the world of boxing developed from childhood challenges and grew into his desire to aid humanity.
My goal: I am going to achieve standing firm when I need to. I need to have this as a goal, because I will be less successful and less respected if I falter in this area.
When we look before we do our next movement in a form we are really learning to survey a situation in real life before we react. When we push ourselves to do five extra pushups with each belt level we are pushing ourselves to be more productive at work or have a greater capacity for every day stresses. When we learn and try to master a new technique or form we are learning to expand our mind and deal with change. The list can go on and on but the fact remains that the discipline and respect and strength we gain from TaeKwonDo can be related to all aspects of our life. Leaders must teach others and convey the messages learned at TaeKwonDo class as real-life teachings.
Initially, I had started to take the class because it would help me get my degree, but as soon as I started, I started to feel better health wise. The health benefits of karate have had an impact on me, but the mental impact karate has had on me has given me the most growth. When I started karate, I had next to no confidence in myself as an individual due to the circumstances I grew up in. I was raised in an environment where I had to be perfect and if I was not, then I was belittled and treated like I was unable to do anything. Not only that, I was exposed to domestic violence between my mother and her husband for two years. After my mother died, I was adopted by my grandparents, but I still had the deep scars that were inflicted in the previous years. I was deeply depressed, to the point that I actually contemplated suicide. My family moved to Texas, and I slowly started to get better, but nothing has helped me as much as karate
First of all, I think that karate has helped me with my coordination and timing. In soccer, you need to find the right time to kick the ball to score a goal, and in karate, you need to find the perfect moment to lunge in for a point during a sparring match. Furthermore, martial arts can improve your endurance. We are taught to never give up, and for me, this translates to perseverance on the
This was the lesson I learnt from my father, an unceasing learner and a person who would never give up no matter how many and how difficult the obstacles may be. Having understood from him that success is a moving target, the years of my life with my family have inculcated in me a desire to achieve perfection.
Karate helped me focus on achieving goals. When I was younger in karate we had a point system for doing well in class and after I received enough points I could go to the karate store and by a gift I wanted. Doing this gave me a goal to strive for, and therefore, helped me stay focused. As I got older there were other goals I had, such as joining the Extreme Performance Team (XPT). XPT got to go to different festivals and do karate demos to show what karate is all about. Being in XPT was an honor because people looked up to the team members and it was a great deal of fun. However, my biggest goal in karate was to get my black belt and it took me six years to achieve that