Adult Classes
We have a thriving adult membership which is constantly growing. We cater for all levels of student from beginner to experienced. According to Irish Fighter Magazine we have one of the "largest, most active adult memberships in the country". There are a range of specialised classes available to cater for each individual preference. Adults classes are for Men, Women
and teens aged 14 yrs and above.
We have a thriving adult membership which is constantly growing. We cater for all levels of student from beginner to experienced. According to Irish Fighter Magazine we have one of the "largest, most active adult memberships in the country". There are a range of specialised classes available to cater for each individual preference. Adults classes are for Men, Women
and teens aged 14 yrs and above.
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Sparring class is where the students study both continuous and point sparring systems and build on their skills for both self-defence and competition.
Full range sparring is a full contact sparring system introduced at Black belt level. Wearing full body protective equipment the students engage in full contact sparring techniques not usually allowed in competition such as sweeping and take-downs. Grappling class is unique to J H Kim in Ireland and is a form of submission wrestling using take-downs, locks and holds. Competition based training are additional classes to work on sparring, breaking and patterns in the weeks preceding competitions. Fitness & stretching classes are provided to give students the opportunity to increase their fitness and flexibility outside of the normal classes. Patterns class is for learning and practising the traditional Taekwon-do forms. Private lessons (one to one) are available to anyone who wishes to develop their skills and experience in a private individual lesson. BlackBelt program is a special class to help students prepare for their Black Belt grading. |
Children's Classes
Master McSweeney and his team of experienced instructors provide classes for children as young as 3 years old up to age 14.
The class material is specifically designed to teach Taekwon-do to children in a way that makes the learning both efficient and fun. Classes have been created for different ages and skill levels.
Master McSweeney and his team of experienced instructors provide classes for children as young as 3 years old up to age 14.
The class material is specifically designed to teach Taekwon-do to children in a way that makes the learning both efficient and fun. Classes have been created for different ages and skill levels.
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Little Cubs is for 3-5 yr olds. In this class the students learn basics and sparring. A Striped belt program is used in this class, and students receive a higher belt as their skill level improves. This class is thought personally by Master McSweeney.
Mixed Training Class is for 5+ yrs. This class teaches basics, sparring and patterns. The younger students wear stripe belts until there skill level improves and they start to learn patterns. They then follow the solid belt program. Sparring class is where the students study both continuous and point sparring systems and build on their skills for both self-defence and competition. Patterns class is for learning and practising the traditional Taekwon-do forms, for students on the solid belt program. Invite only. Master McSweeney has pioneered an 'invite only' class dedicated to young students with special needs which has proven very popular and extremely beneficial to the students. In this class the students learn basics and sparring. A Striped belt program is used in this class, and students receive a higher belt as their skill level improves. This class is thought personally by Master McSweeney. |