January and February are going to be a busy months at Tien Lung, and you can find out all the details below:
Classes Resume
Classes will resume on January 5, 2026! Our class schedule has been updated, please feel free to refer to our schedules and calendar below.
Tournament Opportunities Meeting
The New Year is here which also means new competition opportunities! We would love to take the time to inform any interested students or parents about the potential events that will be taking place in 2026. Please join us for a group meeting in between classes on January 8 (5:30-6:15pm) where we plan to discuss the various tournaments, fundraising, travel plans and more!
Prep Class
We wanted to thank everyone who attended our Black Belt prep meeting on December 11th with Mr. Staerkle! After careful consideration, we have decided on the following schedule for prep class listed below. We look forward to seeing you all in class!
Daily Dragons: 4:15-5:30pm, Fridays (starting January 9)
Combined Class: 12:15-1:30pm, Saturdays (starting January 10)
Please bring the following items to class: sparring gear, mouth guard, examination booklet (red manual), pen/notebook, video recording device.
AGLC Casino Fundraiser
We have a casino fundraiser event with AGLC on January 25 and 26, 2025 and we need volunteers! We're looking for members, family & friends that are over 18 to assist with various positions through the day/evening. These fundraisers through AGLC are a huge support for our club and funds received go directly towards improving our programming, and facility. Such events through AGLC, are by far the easiest and most effective way to support non-profit organizations in our province! We will need all positions to be filled to run the event, so we truly appreciate every volunteer. Volunteer registration is now available below! You can also register in person at our facility or by phone. Thank you for your help!
Location: Pure Casino Argyll, 7055 Argyll Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6B 2C4
Training is provided by our Casino Advisors. The work is easy, and it is a relaxed, fun time. A meal is provided for each shift. The club will reimburse you for child care and transportation to and from the Casino by taxi or bus (receipt must be submitted).
Valentine’s Sleepover
Take advantage of a kid-free night while they're at the dojang for movies, games, pizza and MORE. On February 13-14, drop your kid(s) off to hangout with their instructors and peers! We'll take care of your kid(s) so that you can have a break! Drop off is at 6:30pm (February 13). They'll be ready for pick up by 10:00am (February 14) after a light breakfast! Bring a guest! We'd love to have your siblings or friends join us! Registration is now available below.
Please bring: Sleeping bag, pillow, PJs, toothbrush, change of clothes, and 1 stuffed toy (optional).
Family Day Closure
Please be aware that all classes on February 13 and February 14 will be cancelled due to the Valentine’s sleepover. The dojang will also be closed for Family Day on February 16, all classes and programs will be cancelled.
Mini Dragon’s Spring Session
Bond with your child while developing essential cognitive and psycho-motor skills in our parents & tots’ program for ages 2-3. Build a foundation for success through physical literacy. Our Spring session will include up to 15 classes starting February 21 and finishing on June 13. Registration also includes a t-shirt and belt! Sign up is now available!
Mini Dragons Session Registration Options:
Single Class Pass - $25
10 Multi-Class Pass - $200
15 Multi-Class Pass - $250
Day Camps
Join us for our amazing day camps! Throughout out the school year, we run day camps for all PD Days and Seasonal Breaks. We'll have an awesome time with games, TKD, and more. Sign up online, by phone, or in person!
Registration Options:
-Single Day Pass ($75)
-5 Multi-Day Pass ($300)
Upcoming Camp Dates:
-January 28 (EPSB PD Day)
-February 17 (EPSB PD Day)
-February 25-27 (ECSD Teacher’s Convention)
-February 26-27 (EPSB Teacher's Convention)
Black Belt & Instructor Testing
Our next Black Belt and Instructor examination will be underway in February! Split over multiple days, our candidates will put their skills and abilities to the test. All requirements must be completed prior to February 19. 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 February 19 (6-8pm):
-Written Knowledge
Friday February 20 (6-8pm):
-Fitness
Tuesday February 24 (5:30-8pm):
-Step Sparring
-Self Defense
-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 February 28! 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 February 28 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 February 21. As we prepare for the graduation ceremony, please note that Combined Class and Open Prep Class will be cancelled on February 28.
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.
