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A martial artist who has been studying tae kwon do since 1977, owns a 6th-degree black belt in the art, can lay folks out fl at with a simple fl ick of the wrist, and runs not just one, but two successful tae kwon do dojangs in Woodville and Columbus Grove, Sr. Master James P. Taylor isn’t sweating much these days. It’s not because Taylor is some sort of hard case. On the contrary he is quite pos-sibly one of the most peaceful, outgoing, friendly, and warmest gentlemen one could ever meet. The reason he’s not sweating much, is because in the last three months, he’s tak-en a centuries-old Korean martial art from the hard fl oor into the pool for perhaps the newest, coolest wave in martial arts, self-defense training and all-around health and fi tness he simply likes to call H2O tae kwon do. The impetus behind this idea? To wel-come in a whole new demographic of po-tential TKD students who might not other-wise have ever had the opportunity to study the martial arts due to age, physical limita-tions and trepidation to check out a rigid, traditional dojang (school) environment. To become a better instructor. To meet new, interesting people. And oh, yes. . .to have a whole lot of fun doing it. “The benefi t of this class, beyond the idea, of course, that one can get a great aerobic workout in the water, is that when we teach tae kwon do in the pool, we’re teaching the exact same techniques of self-defense we teach on land, only it’s much easier for students who might have balance issues, or people trying to come back from knee surgeries, or older and much younger folks,” offers the 55-year-old native of Wal-bridge, and owner of Taylor’s Tae Kwon Do, Tumbling & Dance in Woodville. He also holds an additional black belt (3rd degree) in the Korean grappling art of hapkido, and is also profi cient in the Filipino stick-fi ght-ing discipline of kali. “For instance, when I look at the dy-namics of my class this past summer (at the Woodville Pool, where the class debuted in July), I had students all the way from 8-year-olds, to people in their 20s and 40s, to 70-some-year-olds,” he said. “I think H2O TKD was a chance for them to meet new people, have fun doing it, and get involved in something new they might not have oth-erwise had the chance to. “In H2O TKD, we do basic tae kwon do kicks like groin kicks and front kicks up and down the length of the pool. For those with balance problems, we do them in place, while holding onto the side of the pool,” he said. “We do a lot of our more advanced hand basics, because we want to move a lot of water, and get that nice resistance train-ing in.” “I demonstrate practical self-de-fense applications fi rst on land, on one of my black belts, and then we hop back into the water and let the students try,” he said, adding “H2O TKD is great cross-training for young athletes, to increase their skills,

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balance, and cardio-endurance. It’s nice for improving things like posture and strength, and it’s great low-impact exercise for those with arthritis, joint problems, and past in-juries. “It’s also a great ice-breaker for folks who have always been curious about the martial arts, but who at the same time may-be have cold feet about stepping into a tra-ditional tae kwon do class. And, it’s a lot of fun.” H2O TKD is typically practiced in about three to four feet of water which checks in right around a refreshing 75-80 degrees, however, there’s also an option of deep-water training, for which buoyancy belts are typically provided. For Master Taylor’s more-experienced TKD students, and adventurous new ad-herents alike, a pool’s diving board can be brought into the training equation, serving as a launching pad off which to execute fl y-ing sidekicks, spinning heel kicks, double jumping front kicks and other techniques. Students are never forced to do something they’re not comfortable with, and Taylor stresses everybody working to their own level and ability. Though the classes are fun, partici-pants learn real self-defense techniques including sweeps, throws, joint locks, arm bars, distraction strikes, effective hair pull-ing, and the force it requires to snap a thug’s

leg with a well-placed kick to the knee. “I’d tell people to give it a try,” said 2nd-degree tae kwon do black belt Rob Cashen, a Genoa fi refi ghter and a new H2O TKD convert. “It’s not a traditional class, it’s more like water aerobics, it’s a little more laid-back, and it’s just a lot of fun. If you’ve ever been even remotely curious about the martial arts, this is the class. Plus, you’re still learning self-defense techniques.” Veteran yoga instructor and personal trainer Kim Collins agreed. “I wanted to try H2O TKD because I knew it’d be eas-ier on my joints,” says Collins, who has owned and operated her own yoga studio in Waterville for six years now. “I have ar-thritis in most places, and I felt the warm

water would help me move without pain. I learned a lot.” Woodville Pool manager Dawn Peters, who was the fi rst to embrace H2O TKD this past summer at her facility said, “When (Master Taylor) fi rst approached me about H2O TKD, my immediate reaction was ‘Yes,’ because I’d always wanted a fi tness class here at the pool for the adults of the community to come down and enjoy. “And I was very pleasantly-surprised that from the start, half the class was made up of kids,” Peters said. “People have defi -nitely been excited about it, and I’ve already informed (Master Taylor) that we want this class back at the pool next summer.” “I think the really cool part about H2O TKD is that it’s opening up the martial arts to a whole-new scope of people we prob-ably wouldn’t have otherwise reached,” Taylor said. “Because in some cases we’re getting them into the pool, they’re learning something new and loving it, their confi -dence is building, and they’re getting cu-rious about stepping foot into a traditional tae kwon do studio after all. Plus, they’re getting that great low-impact workout in.” Want to fi nd out more about taking the plunge into H2O TKD this fall? Taylor at 419- 704-4407 or visit taylorstnt.com for class times, locations, rates and further de-tails.

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“We move left to right and evaluate every-thing, sorting things into piles of things to keep, donate or trash. “Some people have trouble letting stuff go, others are just so ready to make a change and free themselves,” Hayes said. “I always advise to keep what you truly use and love, and let the rest go,” she said, adding that some things are harder to let go of than oth-ers. “Parents tend to hold on to the boxes fi lled with their kids’ childhood mementos, which I completely understand,” Hayes said. “I suggest they take a photo of sou-venirs and mementos and put them in a scrapbook and frame one or two treasured pieces of artwork, then let the rest go. “What value are these things giving your life stored in boxes?” she said. “Also, there’s the hard truth – who is going to take care of this stuff after you’re gone?” In the end, getting organized is really about a lifestyle change, about developing new habits. “Finding a place for everything and returning things to their designated space can not only reduce clutter, but also save time,” Hayes said. “I read a statistic that said people spend as much as 55 min-

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A busy mom to Alaina, Dillan and Carson, Reannon Hayes stresses that her home isn’t perfect but simplifying the organization process – like having a designated place for everything – helps her get things back into shape when clutter happens. (Photo by Shannon Nicole Photography, @Shannon Hayes Photography)

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by Ken ChisholmRN; BS; CNOR; CRNFA; OPA

By Ken ChisholmPress Contributing [email protected]

Ok, everyone can relax. This isn’t an impromptu history class, and you won’t be tested at the end of this column…except for maybe your patience. Every now and then I’m asked to do an article for the Prime Time Section of the Press -- a section targeted to those of us in our “prime” and over the age of 50...or 60...or… So I fi nd myself asking, “Self, how do I write something that is relevant to 50-plus-ers, those in their 60s and, well you know, those who say, “age is but a number?” So, this begs the burning question, “who is a senior citizen and when do we offi cially attain this lofty pinnacle of life?” Good question - and one, it seems, with no defi nitive answer. Seems we’re a “senior” at different ages, and in different venues – I guess it depends on who you ask. So here is my, albeit somewhat tongue-in-cheek, take from a “senior” point of view.

First, some interesting statistics: • Approximately 18 percent of those living in Northwest Ohio are 60 years old or older; • Lucas County boasts the largest pop-ulation of those 60-plus years old at just over 77,000; • AARP issues their cards to those 50 and over; • You can get your Golden Buckeye Card once you’ve reached 60; • Some grocery stores and markets have “Senior Days” once or twice a month, which offer seniors discounted prices on

The “Middle Ages”- and we’re not talking history here

groceries etc. Kroger offers a 5 percent dis-count to seniors every Wednesday. • Some fast food outlets give “seniors” free small coffee or a free small ice cream with their “regular” priced meals; • Seniors can obtain coupons/vouch-ers for fresh produce through the Area Of-fi ce on Aging, which requires application; some restrictions apply. • Most golf courses have “senior rates” but are restricted to specifi c times of the day and in many cases times only those “retired seniors” could take advantage of. I don’t know about you, but I’m the same age every night when I go to bed as when I wake up in the morning. So how come so many places only recognize “se-niors” at only certain times or on certain days? Lest we forget, the senior population is very rapidly becoming the largest sector of the U.S. population. Now there is at least one consumer es-tablishment that recognizes seniors as se-niors 24/7; Rave Motion Pictures at Frank-lin Park, Levis Commons and the Shops at Fallen Timbers. I can get discounted “se-nior” tickets ($7.75 vs. $10+ regular admis-sion). Now, if we can just get them to give seniors a bit of a break on the concessions. Now, don’t get me wrong. There are some wonderful benefi ts available for se-niors. One only need to check out the AOoA (Area Offi ce on Aging) for some pretty ter-rifi c services etc. It seems the government

agencies like the AOoA recognize seniors ‘round the clock, as opposed to many of their “commercial” counterparts. This column was not meant as an indictment of our system, and it is not a scholarly article with a lot of evidence-based information scattered throughout - just a bit of reality-check information, which only serves to reinforce the notion

that our society and culture unlike many other countries, views its senior population differently, but I suspect this will gradu-ally change over the course of time as the “Boomers” become stronger in numbers as well as “voting prowess.” Hang in there. As the saying goes; “we’re not getting older, we’re getting bet-ter!”

The hallways hummed with anticipa-tion. Children practiced songs in the music classroom, darting expectant glances to the hallway. The pasta sauce simmered. The craft tables lay ready. And then, they ar-rived – the grandparents. Grandparents’/VIP Day is eagerly awaited and joyfully celebrated each fall at St. Boniface Catholic School. The day began with students sitting with their VIPs during the celebration of the Mass. Children and their loved ones then

St. Boniface School celebrates grandparents and VIPsparticipated in art activities, drawing pic-tures of good times spent together. There were family photos taken and decorated, colored handprints made together, and then time for recess and touring classrooms before sitting down to a pasta dinner. “It’s very nice; we enjoyed the whole morning,” said Jean Whiteside who attend-ed with her grandsons, Seamus and Isaac McHale. “It’s so interesting, to be able to step out of our world and step into our grand-

kid’s world and see it through their eyes,” added Lucia Kousino, also grandmother of the McHale children. First-grader Toby Karl said his favorite part was playing with Legos and drawing pictures together. Seamus McHale said just being with his grandparents was the best thing of all. “The activities really added to the day,” said Yvonne Rosiak, who has two grandchildren attending St. Boniface. “The day fl ew by. And the teachers and staff are

so cooperative. The school has a very hap-py environment. You can tell the kids are glad to come here.” St. Boniface Catholic School serves students in grades K-6 of all religions, ra-cial, ethnic and income backgrounds. For information on the curriculum, admissions policies and registration call the school of-fi ce at 419-898-1340 or visit www.ourstb.com.

Left: Kindergartner Lily Hineline hugs grandmothers, (left) Georgeta Dyer and (right) Teri Hineiline.

Above: Alexis Stark and “Poppy” Ron Hensley have fun at recess.



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Members of an area Program and Plan-ning Committee for Older Adults recently collaborated to enhance the image of active aging in their communities and to help a worthy cause. The Wood County Committee on Ag-ing, Inc. (WCCOA), in partnership with Abundant Life of Perrysburg, the Maumee Senior Center, and Waterford of Levis Com-mons challenged each other to raise funds for the Honor Flight Northwest Ohio. Honor Flight is a 501(c) 3 non-profi t organization formed in 2007 to send the veterans of Northwest Ohio to Washington, D.C. to see the memorials built to honor their service. To date, 1596 veterans have safely fl own on 31 fl ights to see their me-morials. The Department of Veteran’s Affairs es-timates that approximately 1,000 WWII vet-erans die each day. Due to their deteriorat-ing health, and their fi nancial limitations, most veterans would not be able to see their memorial on their own. It is through the generosity of our volunteers, corporate and individual sponsors, that Honor Flight Northwest Ohio is able to help provide this service to these veterans. With the need for

Honor Flight of NWO benefi t

At a ceremony held July 31 at the Wood County Airport, On July 31, Jack Ulery from Abundant Life of Perrysburg; Darcy Mottmiller representing the Wood County Committee on Aging and Don Griffi th from Waterford at Levis Commons presented Dave Chilson, an Honor Flight board member with $2, 558.

extra funds the Program and Planning com-mittee determined that it would be their mission to have this collaborative project take fl ight. Each participating location created an event or events to assist in collecting funds for the project. Waterford at Levis Com-mons and Abundant Life of Perrysburg held separate “Penny Wars” to collect pen-nies in a competitive nature and also raise funds. Abundant Life of Perrysburg alone collected $1,734.20. The Maumee Senior Center held a line dancing event and the Wood County Com-mittee on Aging, Inc. sold pilot pins for the cause. The effort raised $2,558, which was presented to Honor Flight to continue their mission.

To date, 1596 veterans have safely fl own to see their memorials.


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