Downey's Taekwon-Do
Questions and Answers
Who are the Instructors:
Master Scott Downey (8th Degree Black Belt) and
Master Cathy Downey (7th
Degree Black Belt). Both are 1997 Taekwon-Do World Champions (St. Louis, USA).
During this world championship Master Downey also received the Best Overall
Senior Competitor Award. Master Downey and Mrs. Downey are both retired
from competition but continue to be involved in National and International
events as Umpire A's. The husband and
wife team have been teaching Taekwon-Do in St. John’s and Mount Pearl for the
past 25 years and are two of the most highly qualified Taekwon-Do instructors in
Canada. They have had personal training (six seminars) from the Legendary
founder of Taekwon-Do (General Choi Hong Hi) and many more from the ITF
technical committee. For more information on the instructors go to the instructors
section of this web site.
What is Taekwon-Do?
Taekwon-Do is a Korean Martial Art and it is the most popular Martial Art in the
world. Tae means to Kick, Kwon means to punch and Do is the
art or way. Therefore Taekwon-Do is the “art of kicking and punching.”
Do I have to be fit to join
Taekwon-Do? NO. As a beginner
you will be slowly introduced to the various exercises and techniques. In a few
short weeks you will notice an improvement in strength, stamina and flexibility.
In addition, you will find that you will deal more effectively with stress in
your life and you will find that you are more relaxed and self-confident.
Little Dragons Class December 2014
Over the past 27 years our famous Little Dragon's Program (age 4-7) have produced hundreds of "Yes I Can" students. Many have gone on to become Black Belts in our Regular program. Master Downey, who is also a registered Psychologist, and works as a Psychologist at the Janeway Child Health Center (1991 to present) specifically designed this program for young children who are not developmentally ready for success in the regular program. This program focuses on developing the child’s coordination with an emphasis on displaying courtesy and respect for fellow students, parents and instructors. They are also taught the importance of self-control and how to deal with conflict in a non-violent manner. During the "meditation" portion of the class the students recite the tenets of Taekwon-Do (courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit). They also recite the philosophy of self-defense: "Talk if you will, walk away if you can, run if you must, but if all else fails, defend yourself".
This program allows family members to train together at the same time. About
50%
of our students consist of family members. We have had many of these family
members continue with their training and reach the level of Black Belt together.
Our most recent family to accomplish this goal was Ms. Sharon Trenholm and her
two daughters (Elena and Sarah). A family that kicks together sticks together!
Note: If you have any other questions please E-mail Master Downey at scott.downey@nl.rogers.com or call 753-4248 (cell 690-4753)