September and October are going to be a busy months at Tien Lung, and you can find out all the details below:
Labour Day Closure
The dojang will be closed for the August long weekend from August 30 to September 1. All scheduled classes EXCEPT open competition prep class are cancelled.
Fall Schedule
Effective September 2, we'll be back to our regular class schedule! Please take a moment to review your class times below. Also make sure to wear your full dobok to class as summer wear will no longer be permitted.
Daily Dragons
Our ultimate after-school program is soon back in session! Daily Dragons is a comprehensive program combines martial arts, transportation, day camps, and fun! In this program, we can transport your child to our facility for an exciting and exhilarating martial arts class. Afterwards, they’ll be ready for pickup in the evening. We also include equipment and day camps for all seasonal breaks/PD days within the school year. We have expanded our registration and availability to accommodate more schools/students! Contact us to learn more and sign up today! For those of you who have completed their registrations or are returning members, please be sure to contact us to confirm your school, dismissal time, and pick up spot. We're so excited for the start of the school year! Please look out for a separate email.
Alberta Teacher Strike – Response Contact List
Given the potential of job action and considering the current situation of the Alberta Teacher Association, we have tentative plans in place to offer alternative programing (such as day camps) should a strike/lockout occur. Beyond our after-school program members, we would be happy to follow up with anyone who may be interested! Please reach out to be added on to our contact list and we’ll be sure to stay in touch.
Mini Dragons – Summer/Fall Session
Join us for 15 fun-filled sessions of our parents and tots’ program for ages 2-3, where everyone will get to learn the basics of Taekwon-Do through play. Bond with your child while helping them develop essential cognitive and psycho-motor skills! There’s plenty of room left in our class and sign-up is still available, and any classes previously purchased can be carried over to this session!
Newton’s TKD Championships – Tournament Meeting
As we get closer towards the upcoming tournament, we wanted to have a group meeting to provide an information update and finalize registrations. Well also be planning our next fundraisers! We kindly ask all athletes and parents to meet with Mr. Phung on September 13 (10am, at the dojang) before the open competition training prep class.
Alberta TKD Merch Collection
Support our athletes and rep our new team wear! Our first order was such a big hit we just had to bring back another order opportunity before our upcoming tournament in Markham, Ontario. Check out the full details on our online store! Pre-orders are now available online or in person. A portion of each item sold will support our athletes! Don’t miss out! This collection will be a limited run with Pre-orders will be end on September 27. Items are expected to be ready for pick up October/November 2025.
Thanksgiving Closure
The dojang will be closed from Saturday, October 11 to Monday, October 13 for the long weekend. All classes and programs will be cancelled!
Black Belt & Instructor Testing
Our next Black Belt and Instructor examination will be underway in October! Split over multiple days, our candidates will put their skills and abilities to the test. All requirements must be completed prior to October 16. We welcome everyone to come watch and cheer them all on! Please note that the times listed may vary depending on the course of the test. Good luck to all our candidates!
Tentative Itinerary
Thursday October 16 (6-8pm): Written Knowledge
Friday October 17 (6-8pm): Fitness
Tuesday October 21 (5:30-8pm): Step Sparring, Self Defense
Thursday October 23 (5:30-8pm): Patterns, Sparring, Board Breaking, Presentation Ceremony
For any students who are close to their Black Belt, make sure to get in your trial fitness exam and spectate a full testing (as required to test)! Not only will this be great practice, but it will also help you get a much better idea of what to expect.
Colour Belt Graduation
All our students have been hard at work, and it will soon be time to celebrate their success! Our next Graduation will be on October 25! All students who have completed their chapter requirements and are eligible to graduate will be presented with their new belt! Of course, your friends and family are invited and welcome to attend. Our graduation ceremony will be during Saturday afternoon on October 25 from 1:00-2:00pm. Please arrive early and check in to confirm your appropriate belt and size! We're overjoyed to host another large graduation event for all our students. We've even got a performance from our demo team in store! As part of the ceremonies, each student group will also perform their patterns before receiving their new belts. Once the graduation has been completed, students will have the opportunity to take photos with their instructors!
Tentative Schedule
12:30pm - Check In
1:00pm - Bow in, Graduation Ceremonies Begin
1:15pm - Belt Presentations and Demo 2:00pm - Group Photo, and Instructor Photo Opportunity
Please keep up with your practice and be prepared to test for your progress stripes in the coming weeks. For those of you who would like extra help, book a private lesson today! All colour belt graduation requirements must be completed prior to October 18.
Halloween Closure
All evening classes on Oct 31st will be cancelled. We hope everyone has a spooky Halloween! For our after-school program, pickups will be as normal. However instead of class, we'll have a Halloween party! Show off your costume to your peers and instructors!
Ongoing Renovations
We kindly thank you for your patience through our facility improvements! Please excuse our mess and we apologize for any inconveniences. Please come check in at the reception desk upstairs upon your arrival.
