Tobogganing

Bring your sled, warm clothes, friends, and family for an afternoon of sledding with out Tien Lung members. This will take place on Sunday, February 3rd in Rundle Park from 12:00 until 3:00 pm. The cost is $6.50 ($6.00 BBC, $5.00 MC). We have a room at the Family Center, for hot chocolate and snacks, which is also a great place to warm up. Sign up the Front Desk to get your wrist band, we hope to see you there!

***POSTPONED***
The Tobogganing Day scheduled for Sunday FEBRUARY 3rd has been POSTPONED until Sunday FEBRUARY 10th due to the weather conditions this weekend. We're sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please contact the Dojang with any questions or concerns.

Valentine Sleepover & Movie Night

Mom and Dad, do you want a night at home without the kids on Valentines? Well, if your children are between the ages of 8 - 12, we will be having a Valentines Movie Night and Sleepover, hosted by Mrs. Shaw with popcorn, pizza, and breakfast in the morning. The cost is: $35.00 ($30.00 BBC, $25.00 MC). Please see the Front Desk to register.

Silent Auction

The Tien Lung Competitive Program is hosting a silent auction on Saturday, March 8, 2008 at the Baturyn Community Hall, 10505-172 Avenue. Tickets will be available soon at a cost of $10.00 per person, no minors please. Your admission includes dinner, demos, dance and silent auction. Any donations for this event will be accepted at the Front Desk. Please attend and show your support for our future World Champions! If you require a letter from the club to solicit donations, please ask at the Front Desk.

Little Dragon Testing

Little Dragon testing will take place on Saturday, February 16th, at 10:30 am. There will be no Little Dragons class that day, only testing for those who are scheduled to test. Please practice the Street Proofing & Knowledge with your child. On testing day, please make sure that all required areas in the Little Dragon manual are filled out and handed in at the Check In table in the basement by 10:15 am. If you arrive late, please notify one of the Instructors. Just a reminder: the list of Little Dragons testing will be posted on the Blue Announcement Board on the Main Floor.

White Belt Graduation

We will be having a White Belt Graduation on Saturday, February 16th during White Belt Class from 9:00-10:00 aM. WHITE BELT CLASS WILL BE CANCELLED, GRADUATION ONLY. Please book a meeting with the Membership Director to ensure that you have enough time to fill out your Qualification Code and Intent to Promote form. If you have any questions please see your Instructor or the Front Desk.

Black Belt Examination
& Graduation Weekend

Another Black Belt exam is coming up fast on February 22, 23 & 24! The schedule for the weekend is as follows:

Friday, Feb. 22nd:
5:30 pm: Meet at Kinsmen
6:00 pm: Run Begins
6:45 pm: Head back to Dojang
7:15-8:00 pm: Remainder of Fitness at Dojang
8:00-9:00 pm: Self Defense
9:00-10:00 pm: Step Sparring

Saturday, Feb. 23rd:
9:30 am: Meet at Dojang
10:00 am-12:00 pm: Patterns
12:00-2:00 pm: Lunch
2:00-3:30 pm: Sparring
3:30-5:00 pm: Board Breaking
6:00 pm: Results

Sunday, Feb. 24th:
3:00 pm: Set up (all examinees required to assist)
3:30 pm: Quick Practice
4:00-6:00 pm: Graduation (ALL are invited to watch!!)
6:00-7:00 pm: Clean up

FOR EXAMINEES:
The first Black Belt Graduation practice rehearsal will be held on Saturday, February 2nd at 3:00 pm.

Anyone examining must sign up and pay for the fitness part of the exam at the Front Desk, cost is $15.00.

Little Dragon Program

In response to parental suggestions, there have been some changes to the Little Dragon program. All Little Dragon parents will be receiving a detailed letter by February 15. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Wisniewski at the dojang or by email: wiz@tienlung.com.

Apprenticeship Program

As many of you know, Tien Lung Taekwon-Do has a program designed to help students who love Taekwon-Do become Tien Lung School Owners. Currently we have 5 apprentice school owners: Mr. Pagnotta, Mr. Pagnotta Jr., Mr. Laton, Mr. Santos, and Ms. Schwanke.

As part of their training, they will be rotating through various positions during the apprenticeship. As of this month, Ms. Schwanke will rotate out of the position of Membership Director and into the position of Full Time Instructor. Mr. Pagnotta Sr. will be stepping into the Building Procurement position.

Need something to keep your ears & fingers warm?!

Check out the Tien Lung hat, scarf & glove set!! Perfect for the COLD winter we're having! The Toque Set comes in 3 colors (navy, red, and blue), & there are 3 different font styles available. They are regularly 1 for $15.00 or 2 for $25.00!

Persuader Level III:
The Ultimate Self Defense Course

If you have already participated in Persuader Level II AND Tien Lung's Pressure Point Course, YOU are invited to learn how to COMBINE your skills and knowledge into one seamless Self Defense System, taught by Mr. Gaudet.

In this course you will review
· Persuader I and II
· Tien Lung's Pressure Points

THEN learn how you can most effectively use your persuader to disable and control your attacker regardless of his size and strength.

Who: Anyone 16 years and older who has already attended Persuader II and the Tien Lung Pressure Point Course.
Where: Tien Lung North: 10744-124 Street
When: Saturday, February 9th from 4:00-6:00
Cost: $45.00 ($37.00 BBC, $30.00 MC) $25.00 if you are taking it as a refresher (Level 2 certificate must be
provided at registration).

P. S.: Remember to bring your Persuader keychain. If you need to purchase a new one, please see the Front Desk.

Teachers Convention Camp

Teacher's Convention Camp is coming up! It will take place on Thursday, February 28th and Friday, February 29th, from 7:30am - 5:15pm. If you need something to do while you parents are at work, why not spend your time down at the Dojang? For both days, it's only $60.00 ($48.00 BBC $42.00 MC), and you can play games, do crafts, watch movies, and even get some Taekwon-Do training in there, too. Please register at the Front Desk. Spaces always fill up fast, so hurry!

Daily Dragons: please confirm your attendance at the Teacher's Convention Camp by February 22!

Spring Break Camp

Just when you thought you would have to go back to school, Spring Break comes along! Come to the Tien Lung Spring Break camp from Monday, March 31st until Friday April 4th You can enjoy the activities you’ve come to love at Tien Lung’s camps with some twists and turns along the way. Hosted by Mr. Santos and Miss Schwanke. The cost is $150.00 ($120.00 BBC, $105.00 MC), and you can sign up at the Front Desk. A GREAT way to get extra stamps!!

Daily Dragons: please confirm your attendance at the Spring Break Camp by March 24!

Badges

Congratulations to the following students, who have earned a new badge this past month. Keep up the good work!

Academic Achievement
Paige Watt

Splits Club
Krista Janzen
Conner Povoledo
Paige Watt

Goodbye!

As some of you may already know, I am leaving my position as instructor here at Tien Lung. I want everyone to know that teaching here at Tien Lung has been the greatest joy in my life. It will affect me positively for the rest of my life, and I am so grateful to have been given the opportunity to teach here. I will miss you all and I wish you all the best.
Mr. Christian Garon
II Dan

Staff, fellow students and friends,
As of the first week of February you will be seeing less of me around the dojang as I am moving on to pursue my career path in the film making industry. My time spent working here can best be described as rewarding primarily due to the wonderful people I have met. From students to parents, from employees to volunteers, you are what makes this club special.

I would like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Wisniewski for their tremendous support, as well as the instructors and staff for being like family. See you in class!
Sincerely,
Mr. Westgate Sr.

Happy Birthday!

Mentor Meeting for Black Belts

This meeting is designed for Black Belts to meet and discuss working with, or acquiring protégés. It will take place on Saturday, March 1st at 10am during Black Belt Class. All Black Belts who need a protégé or have a protégé should attend this meeting.

Classes Canceled This Month
Mark Your Calendar

If I had a nickel for every time I have heard that I would have a truckload of nickels!!

An injury is not a set back or a reason to stop, it is an opportunity to improve your skills immensely!! If you twisted your ankle or strained a leg muscle to the point you cannot kick, or move easily on the floor, seize this time to perfect your upper body movements in your pattern. Why not ask permission to work on the punching bag, or practice your self-defense movements? If you have injured your arm, hand or shoulder, concentrate on your kicks, foot movements and stretching. If you cannot move well enough to do any of this you can assist in the class which will still help you improve your skills.

All you have to do is inform the instructor before class of your special circumstances and they will accommodate you. As instructors we do not view this as an inconvenience or "wimping out". Far from it! This is a mark of your dedication to reaching your goal of Black Belt. It shows indomitable spirit and that "Yes I Can" Black Belt attitude that this club is known for.

The next time you are injured, don't use it as an excuse to sit at home and mope while letting your training grind to a halt. See this as an opportunity to actually advance your training by being forced to focus on a specific area of training for a few classes.

Terry Wisniewski BA
Tien Lung Founder