Curriculum Summary
The Altoona Academy of Tae Kwon-Do is a traditional martial arts school instructing men,
women, and children ages five and up. Classes consist of training in basic techniques, forms,
self-defense and sparring. This regimen is combined with modern concepts of aerobic
conditioning and flexibility exercises to offer a comprehensive, systematic approach to training.
Our objective is to provide a program which helps release stress, build total body fitness, teach
practical protection, and have fun along the way.

With 9 Master Instructors and 10+ certified Black Belts Instructors available, each class is
staffed by qualified men and women who exhibit excellence in techniques and teaching ability.

The Academy is much like a family where each member provides strength and support for the
common good. Within our school, respect and positive attitude form the foundation needed
to ensure that all students strive for their personal best.

Safety First
Tae Kwon-Do is one of the safest systems of martial arts; however, athletes in any
sport are robbed of their ability to participate if they are injured. For this reason
safety is stressed. Students must wear safety gear when sparring. They must also
follow the rules of the Do-Jang.
A Note From Master Bender, chief instructor
Program Specifics
The Altoona Academy of Tae Kwon-Do accepts students for our regular classes from 5
years of age and up. (We also accept students for our Tiny Tigers program from 3 years of
age to 6 years of age.)

Advance standing students will be evaluated by Master Bender to determine current rank.

Primary areas of instruction include (but are not limited to):
Traning for competition is avaiable in:
Students may advance rank through regular testing:
The Altoona Academy of Tae Kwon-Do seeks to provide a complete program that includes:
Special events
The Altoona Academy of Tae Kwon-Do is family owned and operated. We believe strongly in the
value of close family ties and take our responsibility toward our students in our program very
seriously. Techniques in self-defense are blended with lessons in integrity, respect, and fair play.
Students are encouraged to maintain excellence in every area of their lives from school work to
behavior at home and conduct in public. It is our goal for children and adults in our program to
gain an improved self-esteem and a strong sense of values, giving them the ability to make the right
choices when faced with the temptations of our times.
Basic technique
Empty hand forms
Sparring
Self-Defense
Board breaking
Weapons
Grappling (Black Belt Only)
Empty hand forms
Weapons forms
Board Breaking
Point system sparring
Color Belt (Gup) promotion…………….…Quarterly
Black Belt promotion…………………….. Semi-Annually
Degree Promotion………………………… Annually
Holiday Parties