KIM’S INSTITUTE OF MARTIAL ARTS 26 Briarcrest Square � Hershey, PA 17033 � (717) 909-5566

KIMA Connection Message of the Month

March 2014 www.KIMAUSA.com

Have  the  Courage  to  Try  New  Things  As  martial  artists,  we  understand  the  value  and  importance  of  building  good  habits  both  in  and  out  of  our  training.  We  know  that  planning  and  sticking  to  a  solid  routine  is  the  key  for  positive  growth  and  success  in  every  area  of  our  lives.  But  sometimes  we  can  become  so  set  in  our  ways  that  we  start  being  

fearful  of  trying  new  things.  Maybe  it’s  because  we  are  afraid  of  what  we  don’t  know,  or  maybe  it’s  the  fear  of  failure  that  stops  us  …  but  either  way  we  need  to  have  the  courage  to  open  ourselves  up  to  new  experiences.  Think  of  some  of  the  things  you  enjoy  most  in  your  life  right  now,  and  remember  the  first  time  you  tried  them.  What  if  you  had  been  afraid  and  let  your  fear  stop  you  back  then?  How  different  might  your  life  be  today?  How  much  enjoyment  might  you  have  missed  out  on?  How  many  of  your  close  friends  might  you  not  have  met?  It’s  important  to  remember  that  allowing  ourselves  the  freedom  to  experience  new  things  is  vital  to  our  growth.  And  sometimes  it’s  the  things  that  scare  us  the  most  now  that  can  bring  us  the  most  satisfaction  later.  

Media Director: Diana Dietz

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Why Compete in Tournaments? (Source: BreakingMuscle.com)

Kiara (R) and Katie Foerster (L) recently donated their hair to the Locks of Love charity.

STUDENT  SPOTLIGHT    

Kiara  Leoncio  (Belt):  Testing  for  red  belt  (Favorite  Kick):  Axe  kick  

(Family):  Dad-­‐Gerald;  Mom-­‐Clarissa;  Brother-­‐Kendrick;  Dog-­‐Kenshin  

(Favorite  Food):  Anything  eggs!  Especially  eggplant!  

(Favorite  Book):  Percy  Jackson  (Hobbies):  Reading!  Reading!  Reading!  Watching  movies  and  playing  with  my  dog  (Something  you  don’t  know  about  me):  I  play  piano  and  sing  to  nursing  home  residents  every  year  at  Christmas  time.  

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Why  are  tournaments  such  a  vital  part  of  a  martial  artist’s  training?  Here  are  5  reasons:  

1. Tournaments let you test your skills You  spend  hours  in  class  and  at  home  developing  your  skills,  drilling  your  forms,  learning  effective  sparring  strategies,  working  on  your  strength  and  flexibility…  isn’t  it  time  to  put  that  training  to  the  test?  Tournaments  offer  a  safe  and  positive  environment  for  you  to  showcase  your  abilities  and  learn  about  what  you  need  to  improve.  You  will  get  feedback  from  the  judges,  as  well  as  other  competitors,  on  what  you  did  well  and  what  you  should  work  on.  

2. Tournaments help you overcome your fears One  of  the  benefits  of  martial  arts  training  is  the  ability  to  stay  calm  and  clear  headed  in  stressful  or  dangerous  situations.  So  how  can  a  tournament  help  you  to  stay  calm  instead  of  panicking?  Just  ask  anyone  who  has  competed.  When  you  step  into  the  ring  your  adrenaline  starts  to  flow.  Your  pulse  quickens,  you  feel  butterflies  in  your  stomach,  and  your  legs  will  feel  heavy.  This  is  a  result  of  the  “fight  or  flight”  response,  and  in  a  tournament  you  will  literally  be  conditioning  your  body  and  mind  on  how  to  handle  these  stresses.  With  each  competition,  you’ll  become  stronger  and  more  confident.  Tournaments  force  you  OUT  of  your  comfort  zone,  and  while  that  doesn’t  always  sound  pleasant,  it  is  necessary  for  true  growth.  

3. Competition helps you stay motivated Like  everything  else  in  our  life,  our  level  of  motivation  never  stays  constant.  We  see  this  the  most  in  children  who  are  still  learning  about  self-­‐discipline,  one  day  they  are  extremely  motivated  future  black  belts,  the  next  day  they  want  to  quit  altogether.  Tournaments  can  help  keep  students  motivated  by  providing  them  with  “mini  goals”  throughout  their  training.  Once  you  commit  to  competing  in  a  tournament,  you  start  to  train  harder.  And  then  when  you  do  compete,  you  feel  a  tremendous  amount  of  pride  in  what  you  have  accomplished.  

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FRIDAY CLASSES @ 6 PM

• March 7: None • March 14: Belt Test • March 21: Competition Team (Forms) • March 28: TBA

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3. COMPETITION TEAM - POOMSAE (Wednesdays at 7:45 PM)

• March: 5, 12, 19, 26 • If interested, please see Master Kim

CARDIO-KICKBOXING (For Women Only)

• 8:30 AM classes – Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday

• $80/Month

COMPETITION TEAM - SPARRING (Mondays at 7:45 PM)

• March: 3, 10, 17, 24 • If interested, please see Master Kim

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6. SATURDAY TRAINING • 9 AM: Running at Lower Dauphin

High School Track

• Cancelled until Spring

TAE KWON DO – WOMEN ONLY

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday • 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM

4. You get to watch and learn from others

Specialty Classes When  you  train  in  your  school,  you  usually  end  up  sparring  with  the  same  people,  over  and  over  again.  You  eventually  get  used  to  the  way  they  spar,  and  can  start  to  anticipate  them.  Going  to  tournaments  allows  you  to  compete  against  new  people  that  can  challenge  you.  Remember  that  even  inside  of  a  single  martial  arts  organization,  each  school  will  have  its  own  unique  style  and  personality,  due  to  differences  in  the  master  instructors.  So  another  benefit  is  that  you  may  learn  or  see  something  you  wouldn’t  have  seen  just  by  attending  your  classes.  

5. You will become closer to your fellow students Tournaments  offer  a  unique  bonding  experience  for  students.  As  you  train  together  for  a  common  goal,  and  then  compete  with  and  cheer  for  each  other,  you  will  become  closer.  You  will  also  have  the  chance  to  meet  with  and  create  friendships  with  students  from  other  schools.  Nothing  brings  people  together  like  a  shared  experience.  

In  the  end,  the  benefits  of  competing  in  tournaments  are  much  greater  than  any  reason  you  could  have  not  to.  It’s  about  more  than  just  competing  and  winning  trophies  and  medals;  it’s  about  taking  your  martial  arts  journey  to  the  next  level.  

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7. DEMO TEAM • March 5: Final walk through 7:40 PM

– 8:45 PM

• March 7 - Demo at Hershey High School’s International Fair (Time slot TBD)

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Announcements

Belt Test Week: March 14, 2014 (Friday) The eligible students and testing schedule will be notified by KIMA. The eligible students must turn in Random Acts of Kindness prior to taking the test. No Random Acts of Kindness = No test. If you have any questions, please see Master Kim.

1st: Andrew G. 1st: Abby H. 3rd: Jerome F. 3rd: Benjamin L. 5th: Julia C. 6th: Carrie S. 6th: Brady Z. 7th: Josh F. 7th: Garrett S. 7th: Alessandra I. 8th: Matthew C. 10th: Zyla S.

March Birthdays

For those who are interested, USA Taekwondo membership applications:

• Individual ($35): www.teamusa.org/USA-Taekwondo/Membership/Applications-and-Information/Individual-Application

• Family (3 or more; $90 for 3, $115 for 4): www.teamusa.org/USA-Taekwondo/Membership/Applications-and-Information/Family-Application

USAT Applications

Apparel and magnets for sale

If you are interested in purchasing KIMA magnets, team jackets, and sweatshirts, please see

Master Kim to place your order. Quantities are limited. You do not have to be a competition

team member to order a jacket.

Lost & Found Items Please take a moment to check the ‘Lost & Found’ box at KIMA for any items that might be your own. Items include: head gear, pants and uniforms.

17th: William H. 18th: Gareth C. 18th: Adam Hopkins 18th: Aaron Joseph 18th: Claire Y. 19th: Lauren S. 21st: Andy C. 27th: Jeff D. 27th: Jesse C. 28th: Sean G. 29th: Pete R.

Weather Policy

** Payment in Full: If you choose to pay in full, discount will be applied as stated below.

12 Months Full Payment: 10% Discount 6 or 9 Months Full Payment: 5% Discount

Monthly Dues Chart

Policy on Membership Dues

1. We are a membership-based organization. Students may attend as many classes as they are qualified for. The cost is not based on how many classes you attend.

2. All students must pay fully for each month to maintain their membership privileges.

3. Discounts are available for family memberships.

4. Membership dues will never increase unless a student opts out of his/her membership contract. If a student wishes to return to martial arts training, he/she will be subject to increased membership dues.

5. There will be no refunds or partial refunds of membership dues if a student decides to opt out of his/her membership contract at KIMA.

Monthly Dues

First Student Second Student

in Same Family

Third Student in

Same Family

Fourth & Above Students in

Same Family

Automatic Withdrawal Plan with 1 Year Agreement/9 Month Agreement/6 Month Agreement/Monthly Agreement

Regular Program

$119/$129/$139/$149 $89/$99/$109/$119 $59/$69/$79/$89 Free

Family Rate

$267/$297/$327/$357

In the event of inclement weather (snow, sleet, ice) please tune into your local News or radio

stations and listen for Derry Township School District

• School closings: If Derry Township is canceled due to bad weather conditions KIMA will also be closed.

• Early Dismissals: If Derry Township School District dismisses early due to winter weather, KIMA

afternoon and evening classes will also be canceled.

• One and Two Hour Delays: These DO NOT effect classes at KIMA – they will be held as scheduled.

The AM classes will be delayed accordingly.

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