September Karate News

September 2024

02 September 2024

Chestertown and Easton Do Jangs

• Both Schools will be Closed Monday September 2^nd in observance of the Labor Day Holiday – Have a Safe and Fun Holiday!
• Regular Class Schedule Tuesday through Friday
  • Chestertown Do Jang
    • Friday September 6: First Friday – ALL Classes in Fountain Park, Downtown Chestertown

 

Weekly Outstanding Students

Chestertown

Leader of the Week – Claire Anderson-Schultz

Student of the Week – Cassidy Dawson

Tang Soo Spirit of the Week – Shawn Duckery

Easton

Leader of the Week – Elaine Morris

Student of the Week – Darren McCready

Tang Soo Spirit of the Week – Liam Larrimore

 

Fall T-Shirt and Zippered Hoodie Order

We are putting together the Fall T-Shirt and Hoodie Order!

Images are available on the sign-up lists by the bulletin board.

Zippered Hoodie ($80) Color is Navy, T-Shirt ($25) Color choices are Gold or Navy and will feature the Hangul for Tang Soo Do on the Front with the Phoenix/Eastern Shore Logo on the Back.

Orders will be open until September 16, with money due by that time.

Cash, Check or Account Billing available. Just let us know.

Thank You for sporting your Pride in your Martial Arts!

Tang Soo!!!

 

Sa Bom Nim Lindsay Update

August 28th, 2024 by Joslin Cameron, Organizer

Thank you for your patience and continued support as we update you on Elizabeth’s condition. The Ryde4Me motorcycle fundraiser was a tremendous success, and we deeply appreciate everyone who participated. Elizabeth’s room is now decorated with the heartfelt posters created by so many of you. We are thrilled to share that she is off the ventilator and breathing on her own, marking a significant step in her recovery. She has also received her discharge papers from the ICU and is awaiting a regular hospital room. Elizabeth is making progress with speech and physical therapy, and her recent facial surgery went smoothly. However, she has also sustained a broken foot and will undergo surgery for that soon. While her brain injury is still evident, we are seeing gradual improvements. For the first time in 2.5 weeks, she can verbalize her thoughts thanks to a speaking trach. We remain hopeful and trust in God’s ultimate plan. Please continue to keep her in your prayers.

 

August 29th, 2024 by Joslin Cameron, Organizer

Good evening, everyone. Here’s a quick update on Elizabeth’s progress.
Today, Elizabeth underwent surgery to repair her broken foot. While she was in the operating room, the surgeon also checked on her arms and was pleased with how well they’re healing. The surgery went smoothly, and she’s now back in the ICU recovering. She’s still waiting to be moved to a different floor, but she’s doing well off the ventilator and is able to use her speaking trach for longer periods each day, which is helping with the frustration of not being able to communicate as easily. Although her jaw remains wired shut for now, Elizabeth continues to impress us with her determination and strength to be vocal.
We’re excited about the upcoming spaghetti dinner hosted by her karate school on the 15th. It promises to be a fantastic event, and if you’re in the North Huntingdon area, we’d love for you to join us! I’ll share more details about this event in a separate post. Additionally, there will be some fundraisers led by the ITF, so keep an eye on their Facebook page for more information.
Given the ongoing expenses and the road ahead, we’ve decided to increase our GoFundMe goal to $150,000. We believe this amount will be crucial for Elizabeth’s needs. If you prefer to donate directly, checks can be made out to Joslin Cameron with “Elizabeth Lindsay GoFundMe” in the memo line and mailed to:
Elizabeth Lindsay Fundraiser
c/o Joslin Cameron
PO Box 41
Jensen Beach, FL 34957
Thank you all for your continued support and love. It means the world to us and to Elizabeth.

With heartfelt gratitude,
The Lindsay Family

 

The Body Achieves what the Mind Believes

 

August’s Outstanding Students

Chestertown

Leader of the Month – Claire Anderson Schultz

Student of the Month – Diego Cifuentes

Most Spirited Student – Hailey Dawson

Easton

Leader of the Month – Kristyn Young

Student of the Month – Daven Whalen

Most Spirited Student – Gavin McGlinchey

 

Happy Birthday – September!

(C) = Chestertown; (E) Easton

Lenya Duncan – September 02^nd (E)

Luca Duncan – September 02^nd (E)

Kenslee Butler – September 06^th (C)

Darren McCready – September 13^th (E)

Cypress Dunaway – September 19^th (E)

Jenny So – September 24^th (E)

Caleb Cornell – September 30^th (C)

 

Belt Tests and Promotions

• Tiny Tigers Testing in Chestertown Wednesday September 18 at 5:00 PM
• Belt Promotions in Chestertown Wednesday September 18 at 6:15 PM
• Tiny Tigers Testing in Easton Friday September 20 at 5:00 PM
• Endurance Test: Saturday September 21 at 10:00 AM in Chestertown
• Belt (Gup) Testing: Saturday September 28 at 10:00 AM in Easton
• Master’s Testing and Training Seminars in Monroeville, PA (ITF HQ)
  • October 11/12
• Black Belt Testing, Re-Certifications, Pre-Tests and Red Belts Testing
  • Saturday October 05 at 10:00 AM in Odenton
  • Saturday October 19 at 10:00 AM in Chestertown

 

Leaders Exemplify through Action and Uplift through Inspiration. – Master Mark Pagano

 

Summer/Fall Tournament/Fun Dates

• Friday September 6^th: Student and Leadership Event – First Friday in Downtown Chestertown: Weather permitting, ALL Classes will be held in Fountain Park near the intersection of High and Cross Streets
• Mid-Atlantic All Female Karate Tournament Saturday September 07
  • This will be the First tournament of the Fall Season. Many of our Women and Girls have had Fun attending this competition in the past.
• Back-2-School Open House/Bring-A-Buddy Week September 9-14
  • Saturday September 14 Fun Day (Leadership Events)
• Black Belt Testing/Re-Certifications/Pre-Tests and Red Belt Testing: Saturday October 05 in Odenton, Saturday October 19 in Chestertown
• Annual Halloween Costume Class/Party Saturday October 26 at 10:30 AM until 2:00 PM
• CS Kim Karate Inter-School/Fund Raising for Master Lindsay Tournament: Monroeville, PA November 2^nd
• Ketchen’s Tae Kwon Do Tournament: Buffalo NY November 23^rd

 

The Only Difference between Good Training and Bad Training is Your Attitude.

 

Pyeong평 = Well Balanced, Calm, Peaceful

Ahn 안 =     Safe, Confident, Comfortable

 

The 5 Pyeong Ahn forms are generally referred to as THE “Calm and Comfortable” Forms

 

“The Calm within the Storm is where Peace Lives and Breathes”

 

“It is Important to Remain Calm During the Storm”

 

“When you come Out of the Storm, You Won’t be the same Person that Walked In. That’s what the Storm is All About.”   – Haruki Murakami

 

September/October – Clinics/Events

September 06 – Tournament Prep in Fountain Park

September 07 – Mid-Atlantic All Female Karate Tournament

September 09-14 – Back-2-School Open House/Bring-A-Buddy Week

September 13 – Judo Clinic in Chestertown

September 14 – Leadership Events: Saturday Fun Day (both schools)

September 18 – Tiny Tiger Testing in Chestertown

September 18 – Gup Promotions at 6:15 PM in Chestertown

September 20 – Tiny Tiger Testing in Easton

September 21 – Endurance Test in Chestertown at 10:00 AM

September 21 – Black/Red Belt Special Training in Chestertown at 1:30 PM

September 28 – Gup Testing at 10:00 AM in Easton

September 28 – Leadership Clinic at 1:30 PM in Easton

October 04 – Weapons Clinic at 6:45 PM

October 05 – Black/Red Belt Testing in Odenton

October 11 – Judge/Referee Training and Instructor Testing in Monroeville

October 12 – Black Belt Training and Master’s Testing in Monroeville

October 18 – Judo Clinic in Easton

October 19 – Black/Red Belt Testing in Chestertown

October 25 – Tournament Prep

October 26 – Halloween Costume Class and Party

October 31 – Halloween

 

Family – 가족 (Ka Jok or Ga Jog)

1-More Time – 한 번 더 (Han Beon Do)

Low Stance – 낮은 자세 (naj-eun jase)                   or simply                    Lower – 낮 (naj-e)

Chung Shin Tong Il              중 신 동일           Mind and Body as One

 

Just Don’t Quit!