ATA Black Belt Academy

Tournament February 3rd 2007 Marriott Park Meadows.

2007-01-26T09:20:00.001-07:00

Here is a link to the ATA west site page with all the info and action steps on it. http://www.kicks4all.com/rrtourney.html

It is Feb. 3rd, Saturday, at the Marriott Park Meadows. You can always see updated info on the West site at www.kicks4all.com

ATA Event Schedule Winter 2007 Centennial Colorado

2007-01-26T09:15:00.000-07:00

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 01/25/07

January 26th: Family fun Bingo night at the ATA West location. A fund raiser for the tournament, bingo and karaoke, and lots more. Call 303-220-5956 to sign up or find out more.

Senior Master M.K. Lee Special Guest

February 1, 2007

There will be no regular classes on Thursday, February 1. Instead we will have a special work out with Sr. Master Lee just for our students and the students of the Englewood school. The agenda and times are below.

There is a whole region work out the next night as well, try and make one or the other.

February 4th: Tournament at the Marriott, Hampden and I-25…sign up now at front desk, everyone can come and compete. No classes this day.

February 9th : Sparring at our school, occurs the second Friday each month, special time this month is 6:00-7:00 since we have the ACT program that night. Those with gear and permission can attend, it is a great work out, you learn so much in one hour, make a point to attend each month

February 9th: ACT Self defense…7-9:30. Only 13 and older, our best program ever. Learn critical self defense skills and strategies, while having fun and getting a work out. Only $39.00 to our students…but sign up now since space is limited. See full details below.

Senior Master M.K. Lee Special Guest

February 1, 2007

The agenda is as follows:

Thursday, February 1, 2007

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM Tiny Tigers & Cubs – All Ranks

5:00 PM – 5:45 PM Karate for Kids (Color Belts)

6:00 PM – 6:45 PM Teen and Adults (Color Belts)

7:00 PM – 7:45 PM Black Belts - All Ages

Please make every attempt to make the work out that is planned for your age group. Black Belt K4K students are welcome to attend the Karate for Kids (Color Belts) work out if the Black Belt work out is too late for them. Please let me know if you have any questions. This is a rare opportunity to work out with one of the brothers of the founder of the American Taekwondo Association. Please make every effort to take advantage of this opportunity.

Lastly, be sure to sign up for the tournament on Feb 3rd. Thanks,

Stan Shields 4th Degree Black Belt/Chief Instructor

Friday February 9th at ATA Englewood location, 7:00-9:30 PM. A Limited Number will be enrolled. Call 303-220-5956 soon to register…credit cards accepted.

A.C.T. was developed to bring you the very best personal protection program available. Your training will include dealing with adrenal stress, Israeli Military protection techniques, fending off rapists and other attackers, protecting yourself against guns and knifes, protecting your family if they are threatened, and so much more. Nothing is more important than feeling certain that you and your loved ones are safe – especially in our uncertain world.

Anyone can learn A.C.T. There are no special skills or previous training required. And, even if you are currently training in the martial arts you can still benefit from this seminar.

Due to the intensity of this training, it is only open to ages 13 and up. You will leave this program feeling empowered and in control of your life. This class will provide a great aerobic workout, so come prepared to sweat! Uniforms and belts are not required. Wear comfortable clothing (sweats and long pants are highly recommended) and a good pair of tennis shoes with clean soles.

A.C.T. will Include; - The ABC’s of self-defense; Awareness skills, setting verbal boundaries, communication and combative skills

– Grabs & Chokes, Ground Fighting and Defenses

– Knife & Gun Defense And “Live Attack” Scenarios

2 1/2 HOURS OF INTENSE SELF-DEFENSE TRAINING

Reg. Price…$59.00/person
Special ATA student or referral rate $39/person

A.C.T. TODAY!

Is it worth $39 so you will be better prepared to avoid, control, or survive a dangerous situation…??? INVEST IN YOURSELF!

Take Control of Your Life!

Presented By:

ATA Black Belt Academy and Family Martial Arts

East - 12201 E. Arapahoe Rd. #15A

“Training People for Life” (303) 649-0703 www.atataekwondo.net

E-mail for Fred Longmore the instructor.. fredl@nsbs.com

Testing Postponed

2006-12-28T20:21:00.001-07:00

The testing tonight is postponed...many of us can not get out still. We will do this on Thursday January 4th. Tigers will test at normal class time of 4:00, and WYO belts will do the same, testing at 4:30 in what would be their normal time. All other belts will test at 6:00...and we will have open practice form 5:15 until 6:00 so people can tune up. Doing this on the 4th allows you to come back after the holidays to the Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd classes and practice/shake off the cob webs. Remember you can practice over the holidays, especially those of you that were in need of some work. Let us know if need some other accommodation as well, we will try and be flexible.

Fred Longmore
ATA Black Belt Academy Englewood
12201 E. Arapahoe Rd. Unit 15-A Englewood. 80112
My Direct Phone 303-841-2204 e-mail fredl@nsbs.com
Main Number 303-649-0703 Fax# 303-552-5002
Martial Arts, Self defense, Fitness, and More.
Fun, Family, & Friends are our focus.
www.atataekwondo.net

School Closures for December 20

2006-12-20T10:01:00.001-07:00

9 News and 4 News have upgraded the storm from 10-24 inches expected to 16-24 inches expected, with the heaviest snow starting this afternoon (1-2 inches an hour at times). In light of this, and the white out conditions expected, we are cancelling tonight's family class. We will assess the severity and progress of the storm through tonight and tomorrow, and decide if we will move testing to a future date. This is a distinct possibility, and the alternate date would likely be January 3rd...giving the testers that Tuesday the 2nd to come in and tune up. PRACTICE with this extra time, stretch, make this an opportunity to perfect and not one to relax and goof off. Happy Holidays...white ones it appears!!
Fred Longmore
ATA Black Belt Academy Englewood
12201 E. Arapahoe Rd. Unit 15-A Englewood. 80112
My Direct Phone 303-841-2204 e-mail fredl@nsbs.com
Main Number 303-649-0703 Fax# 303-552-5002
Martial Arts, Self defense, Fitness, and More.
Fun, Family, & Friends are our focus.
www.atataekwondo.net

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 12/06/06

2006-12-08T19:09:00.001-07:00

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 12/06/06

December 8th: Sparring at our school, occurs the second Friday each month, 6:30-7:30. Those with gear and permission can attend, it is a great work out, you learn so much in one hour, make a point to attend each month.

December 15th: Red Black and Black Belt testing at ATA West. 6:00 until about 9:00. Important Notice!! Mr. Shields has decided that our students can test as well at the ATA East high color belt test at our school on December 21st. Be sure you speak to us soon about when and where you will test.

Thursday, December 21 – Englewood School Color Belt Testing.

5:15 PM Tiny Tigers All Ranks
6:00 PM White Through Yellow Belts – All ages
7:00 PM Camo belts and above – All ages

ATA East Will be closed from December 23 through January 1st, reopening with classes on Tuesday January 2nd. ATA West will be open on the 23rd for Saturday classes, so if any of our folks interested in training that day they can make a class over there.

Note from Mr. Shields.

We are planning a workout with Ray Kahn (Jeet Kun Do/Silat/Kali) on Saturday, December 9 from 2:00 to 6:00. This is in preparation for the January 13 & 14 seminar with Bruce Lee disciple Dan Inosanto here at our school. See the flyer attached…and call ATA west for more info and to sign up.

October Changes and events

2006-10-01T16:34:00.000-06:00

In our attempt to be good business people, we pay attention and listen to our customers/students, and try hard to be sensitive to their desires and preferences. Over the past few months it has become clear that Tuesday and Thursday are the much preferred nights to train, in fact 90% of our students come on those nights. This leaves Monday and Wednesday very sparse, with just few students all night, and some classes with none. It is much more effective for students to train with at lease a few others in the same class; it improves the dynamics, energy, excitement, and the fun factor. Obviously it is more motivating and efficient as well for the instructors, and better for the school over all. Therefore we are going to discontinue Monday and Wednesday classes for now, starting on October ninth there will be no classes these nights. We will continue with our full schedule on T-Th-Sat, and be able to offer better staffing and instruction on those nights. If you truly need to train on a Monday or Wednesday, you are always welcome to attend at ATA west, and the schedules will be available at our school this coming week for you. Thanks for your understanding and patronage.

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 10/01/06)

OCTOBER 6TH: PARENTS NIGHT OUT 6:30-10:30…A COMBINED EVENT AT ATA WEST ON HOLLY. SIGN UP IN ADVANCE. THE $20 FEE INCLUDES FOOD AND FUN FOR KIDS THAT ARE 4 AND OVER. A SPECIAL NIGHT WITH GAMES AS USUAL, AND THE NEW ROWLAND OSBORNE MARTIAL ARTS MOVIE FOR THE OLDER KIDS AND ADULTS (THERE WILL BE A KID MOVIE FOR THE YOUNGER ONES WITH A SHORTER ATTENTION SPAN). BRING A NON ATA STUDENT FRIEND AND YOUR PRICE IS $15 EACH.

OCTOBER 13TH: Sparring at ATA WEST LOCATION this time (pictures are at our school that night). Occurs the second Friday each month. Those with gear and permission can attend, it is a great work out, you learn so much in one hour, make a point to come each month.

October 13th & 14th: Picture days, sign up for specific time slots at the front desk if you have not already.

OCTOBER 20TH : TESTING ---A FRIDAY NIGHT. 5:00 TINY TIGERS, 5:45 W-O-Y, AND 6:45 CAMO AND OVER.

fitness fall bootcamp.. get in shape for the Holidays FALL 2006

2006-09-20T18:17:00.000-06:00

Location:
5170 E. Arapahoe Rd Ste E2
Centennial, Colorado 80122
(one block west of Holly on Arapahoe)
Contact Info:
bootcamp@kicks4all.com
303-220-5956
Session Dates
9/27—11/15

M-W-F
5:30—6:30AM
The Extreme Fitness Experience boot camp is designed to provide a balanced workout program, based on the three main cornerstones of fitness; Cardiovascular Training, Resistance Training, and Flexibility Training. This will be accomplished during the seven-week program with a variety of workouts including circuit training, plyometrics, Pilates-based training, kickboxing, running/jogging, etc.

You will not get bored!

The first session is Wednesday, September 27th at 5:30am. We will have a brief orientation at the beginning of this session.

§ Bring water
§ Wear comfortable workout clothes, including shoes that will be worn indoors only

Participation Fees:
$299 (non-ATA student)
$249 (current ATA student)
$225 (previous boot camp participants)

Please sign up (at ATAFMAC) or email by Monday, 9/25 if you plan to participate!!!

Open Sparring

2006-09-12T06:19:00.000-06:00

We will be open Friday, Sept 8th for sparring practice if anyone is interested. We cordially invite you and any others with good control and a fun spirit that you may wish to alert. It happens the second Friday of each month. This is open to anyone allowed to spar at the school they train at. You must obtain your instructors permission to attend. This is not a class on sparring, but simply an opportunity to get together and have some fun sparring with others you may not get a chance to engage with normally. We encourage our experienced students to share ideas and help the less experienced ones, so you do have an opportunity to learn. Bring your gear (chest protectors needed now for all ATA students), a good attitude --and let’s have some fun!
When: Friday Sept 8th 2006 Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: ATA Black Belt Academy. 12201 E. Arapahoe Road Unit A-15 Englewood CO 80112. School phone (303) 649-0703
Take I-25 to Arapahoe Road, go right (E) to Peoria, go left (N) 100 feet and turn right into our shopping center. Or if coming form Parker road go west to Peoria and take a right.
Fred Longmore
ATA Black Belt Academy Englewood
12201 E. Arapahoe Rd. Unit 15-A Englewood. 80112
My Direct Phone 303-841-2204 e-mail fredl@nsbs.com
Main Number 303-649-0703 Fax# 303-552-5002
Martial Arts, Self defense, Fitness, and More.
Fun, Family, & Friends are our focus.
www.atataekwondo.net
North Star 3rd Annual Golf Tournament
All Proceeds go to Inner City Health Center-- The Ridge at Castle Pines North-- Friday September 22nd-- 8am Shotgun start - 6:45 registration-- $155 per player-- We are looking for all types of sponsors-- Please contact Lance at 720-259-1705 for more information--www.nsbs.com/events.htm

August 2006 Schedule Update for ATA in Englewood Colorado

2006-08-25T16:22:00.000-06:00

Here is the new schedule that starts next week for the new cycle...study it!! Remember no classes Saturday, it is testing...and the next weekend is the holiday.

August 25th: Black Belt testing at ATA West this Friday night…Red/Black and above only, and with pre qualification. Begins at 6:00 PM, and target ending time is 9:00ish.

August 26th: Saturday color belt testing at our school, no regular classes.

9:00 Tiny Tigers
9:45 White-Orange-Yellow K4K 7-13 year olds and adults at
10:30 Camo through red one stripe from 10:30 11:30 approximately.

NO PARENTS NIGHT OUT SEPTEMBER 1ST DUE TO THE HOLIDAY WEEKEND. Remember we are closed that Saturday September 2nd and Monday the 4th for Labor Day…enjoy your last holiday off for a while and let’s get back to training hard after that weekend.

August 2006 Events ATA Englewood TKD Studio

2006-08-20T19:53:00.000-06:00

August 25th: Black Belt testing at ATA West this Friday night…Red/Black and above only, and with pre qualification. Begins at 6:00 PM, and target ending time is 9:00ish.

August 26th: Saturday color belt testing at our school, no regular classes.

9:00 Tiny Tigers
9:45 White-Orange-Yellow K4K 7-13 year olds and adults at
10:30 Camo through red one stripe from 10:30 11:30 approximately.

NO PARENTS NIGHT OUT SEPTEMBER 1ST DUE TO THE HOLIDAY WEEKEND. Remember we are closed that Saturday September 2nd and Monday the 4th for Labor Day…enjoy your last holiday off for a while and let’s get back to training hard after that weekend.

September 8th VIP Party (NO SPARRING THIS NIGHT SINCE WE WANT EVERYONE TO BE AT THE PARTY!!): ATA west at 6:30…pizza party with drinks, $10.00 entry fee, and you must have tickets form the VIP efforts. Refer your friends and neighbors, get tickets for the many prize drawings…including the BIG one for the IPOD. There is still time to get tickets and refer your friends.

October 13th & 14th: Picture days, keep your calendars open and signs ups will be appearing soon.

ATA Tournament Saturday August 12th 2006

2006-08-12T06:42:00.000-06:00

Our leader Stan says "We always close to support the local tournaments. Everyone needs to consider the tournament as a part of their martial arts training. If they choose not to participate that's fine, but it is a part of the training process. In addition, tournament participation as judges, score keeping, table administration, etc. is a requirement for our instructors and other black belts. All schools are expected to participate"

August 12th: Tournament at Aurora central High School... Come Watch and Participate

August 25th: Black Belt testing at ATA West (A Friday night)…Red/Black and above only, and with pre qualification.

August 26th: Color belt testing at our school, no regular classes. Tiny Tigers at 9:00, White-Orange-Yellow K4K and adults at 9:45, Camo through red one stripe from 10:30 until 11:30 approximately.

ATA rank Make up Camp

2006-08-04T07:50:00.000-06:00

Often.. summer brings distractions.

Missed classes? Vacation?

we are hosting a special camp to ensure you stay on track or catch up.

Sign up today..

Date: August 7 to August 11
Time: 12 - 3 p.m.
Location: ATA Family Martial Arts 5170 E. Arapahoe Road
Rank: ALL Ranks
Age: 5 years old and up

Price: $199.00

August Event Schedule for Englewood ATA BB Academy

2006-08-04T07:38:00.000-06:00

August 4th: ACT, on a special Friday night…7:00-9:30. Adult Combative Training is the best seminar we offer, send all the young people going away or back to college that you know…tell your friends and neighbors with teenagers to get them in here. This our normal Parents Night Out night, so we will funnel all kids to ATA West for theirs, which runs from 6:30-10:30…perfect scenario, the kids play there, and adults play here! Sing up now, we need 10 people to run the ACT…see more info below.

August 5th: Demo team at 11:45 after class. Just like always on the first Saturday. I want all demo team members to call me without fail this week (or parents) to make sure you are on board and ready to ramp back up now fall and school are close.

August 6th: Tournament Planning Kickoff Meeting!!! SUNDAY, AUGUST 6TH 2-4PM. We are back on and going to plan both, and really need help on committees. Let us know if you want to/can assist. Fox & Hound (on Arapahoe & Forest three doors down from our ATA West) 2-4pm. Free appetizers will be provided. See full details attached.

August 11: Sparring at our school, occurs the second Friday each month, 6:30-7:30. Those with gear and permission can attend, it is a great work out, you learn so much in one hour, make a point to attend each month. Tune up for the tournament the next day!!

August 12th: Tournament at Aurora central High School…sign up now at front desk.

August 25th: Black Belt testing at ATA West this Friday night…Red/Black and above only, and with pre qualification.

August 26th: Color belt testing at our school, no regular classes. Tiny Tigers at 9:00, White-Orange-Yellow K4K and adults at 9:45, Camo through red one stripe from 10:30 until 11:30 approximately.

A.C.T. was developed to bring you the very best personal protection program available. Your training will include dealing with adrenal stress, Israeli Military protection techniques, fending off rapists and other attackers, protecting yourself against guns and knifes, protecting your family if they are threatened, and so much more. Nothing is more important than feeling certain that you and your loved ones are safe – especially in our uncertain world.

Anyone can learn A.C.T. There are no special skills or previous training required. And, even if you are currently training in the martial arts you can still benefit from this seminar.

Due to the intensity of this training, it is only open to ages 13 and up. You will leave this program feeling empowered and in control of your life. This class will provide a great aerobic workout, so come prepared to sweat! Uniforms and belts are not required. Wear comfortable clothing (sweats and long pants are highly recommended) and a good pair of tennis shoes with clean soles.

A.C.T. Will Include; - The ABC’s of self-defense; Awareness skills, setting verbal boundaries, communication and combative skills – Grabs & Chokes, Ground Fighting and Defenses

And “Live Attack” Scenarios

2 1/2 HOURS OF INTENSE SELF-DEFENSE TRAINING
FRIDAY AUGUST 4TH; 7-9:30 PM

Reg. Price…$59.00/person ATA Students…$49.00/person
FAMILY SPECIAL: BUY 3, GET ONE FREE

Self Defense Seminar.. Open to EVERYONE August 4, 2006

2006-07-21T11:35:00.000-06:00

A.C.T. was developed to bring you the very best personal protection program available. Your training will include dealing with adrenal stress, Israeli Military protection techniques, fending off rapists and other attackers, protecting yourself against guns and knifes, protecting your family if they are threatened, and so much more. Nothing is more important than feeling certain that you and your loved ones are safe – especially in our uncertain world.

Anyone can learn A.C.T. There are no special skills or previous training required. And, even if you are currently training in the martial arts you can still benefit from this seminar.

Due to the intensity of this training, it is only open to ages 13 and up. You will leave this program feeling empowered and in control of your life. This class will provide a great aerobic workout, so come prepared to sweat! Uniforms and belts are not required. Wear comfortable clothing (sweats and long pants are highly recommended) and a good pair of tennis shoes with clean soles.

A.C.T. will Include; - The ABC’s of self-defense; Awareness skills, setting verbal boundaries, communication and combative skills
– Grabs & Chokes, Ground Fighting and Defenses
And “Live Attack” Scenarios

2 1/2 HOURS OF INTENSE SELF-DEFENSE TRAINING
FRIDAY AUGUST 4TH; 7-9:30PM
Reg. Price…$59.00/person
ATA Students…$49.00/person
FAMILY SPECIAL: BUY 3, GET ONE FREE

A.C.T. TODAY!
Is it worth $59 so you will be better prepared to avoid, control, or survive a dangerous situation…??? INVEST IN YOURSELF!
Take Control of Your Life!
Presented By:
ATA Family Martial Arts
Held at The East Location - 12201 E. Arapahoe Rd. #15A
“Training People for Life”
(303) 649-0703 www.atataekwondo.net

Summer Class Cancellation

2006-07-10T13:36:00.000-06:00

As of right now we will suspend the week day morning classes, as well as the 9:15 Red collar class on Saturdays, for the summer. We will evaluate interest and need after labor day in early September to determine when and if to add those back in. Have fun this summer, and come see us as well, we are still there for you and having fun/good classes. Practice at home more often if you are missing a class here or there.

Cane Seminar

2006-07-06T07:55:00.000-06:00

Age cut off is 12 or older. Yes, they need a cane. We have canes for sale at $30 prior to the seminar, $40 if purchased at the seminar. We should have enough the day of the event, but always better to purchase in advance.

ATA EVENT Schedule - Englewood Colorado Location

2006-07-06T07:50:00.000-06:00

No parents night out this Friday due to holiday week and low sign ups ...put august 4th on your calendar for next time!

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE (07/05/06)

July 8th: Cane seminar at ATAFMA west. See the attached information. Only $35, and it is from 1:00 to 6:00. Twelve years old and over, and you will need to get a cane before or at the event.

July 14th: Sparring at our school, occurs the second Friday each month, 6:30-7:30. Those with gear and permission can attend, it is a great work out, you learn so much in one hour, make a point to attend each month.

July 15th : Demo team practice at 11:45…Be there!!! Red collar leadership training is the 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:15 each month…if you want to teach and certainly certify as an instructor, this is a great time to get your training.

July 2006 Events for ATA BLack Belt Academy

2006-07-02T12:47:00.000-06:00

July 7: Parents night out at our school…from 6:00-9:30. The first Friday of every month!! Like always we have fun, games, food, drinks, movies, and more fun. Drop of the kids and have a night out, leaving them in a safe and exciting environment. The biggest problem with our PNO events now is getting the children to leave!! The investment is only $20.00..or $15.00 for them and the friend if the bring along a buddy that does not train with us right now. Sign up at the school.

July 14th: Sparring at our school, occurs the second Friday each month, 6:30-7:30. Those with gear and permission can attend, it is a great work out, you learn so much in one hour, make a point to attend each month.

There are still options for summer camps, ---Weapons, and rank advance….great opportunities for all to improve in a short period!!

Refer your friends and neighbors to us for a free intro class, and if they sing up you get great prizes, as well as the chance to train with folks you like and know!!!

June ATA Black Belt Academy of Englewood Events

2006-06-11T13:12:00.000-06:00

June 11th: Sunday night Laser Quest event…5:30 until 8, SOLD OUT—If you have signed up please confirm and pay soon, we have a waiting list for this event of those who want to go.

June 16th - Practice Calendar Pizza Parties 5:30 - 6:30 for Tiny Tigers and 6:30 - 7:30 for Karate for Kids: Has your student been practicing at home this month? If he/she has, be sure to mark it on the practice calendars you received in their advancement packets. The calendar is only good for the month of May so fill it out and turn it in the first week or two of June so that they can come to a fun filled hour of pizza, drinks and lots of fun.

See all the options for summer camps, XMA, Weapons, and rank advance….great opportunities for all to improve in a short period!!

Refer your friends and neighbors to us for a free intro class, and if they sign up you get great prizes, as well as the chance to train with folks you like and know!!!

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 05/05/06 Englewood Colorado

2006-05-05T12:31:00.000-06:00

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 05/05/06)

May 5TH: Parents night out at our school…from 6:00-9:30. Like always we have fun, games, food, drinks, movies, and more fun. Drop of the kids and have a night out, leaving them in a safe and exciting environment. The biggest problem with our PNO events now is getting the children to leave!! The investment is only $20.00..or $15.00 for them and the friend if the bring along a buddy that does not train with us right now. Sign up at the school.

May 6: Expanded demo team until 1:00 that day, 11:45-1:00. Then let’s head over to pad drill class!!

May 6th : Pad Drill Class at ATAFMA West (Holly & Arap) from 1:30-2:30 (maybe a little later). This is for parents and kids alike, even if the parent is not training. Learn to help your child with pad drills, board breaks, kicking drills, and more---even learn pad drill #1 and #2. The $39.00 fee covers two participants, and you get a set of great hand mitts for use at home FREE. Space is limited and time is short so sign up now!

May 7: Demo team performance at the JCC 12:30-1:00, near Colorado and I-25. More info to come, let me know if you can make this date and we will put together a demo with those members that can attend.

May 12th: Sparring at our school, normal time 6:30-7:30. Those with gear and permission can attend, it is a great work out, you learn so much in one hour, make a point to attend each month.

June 11th: Sunday night Laser Quest event…5:30 until 8, details at the school, sign up now for two games, food and drink for only $19.00. This is our favorite event of the year and it will sell out fast, only room for 80 people…ask a friend you might want to take classes with down the road to come and meet us while having fun.

See all the options for summer camps, XMA, Weapons, and rank advance….great opportunities for all to improve in a short period!!

*Please make sure you renew your ATA membership if you have not already, this gets you your new card, the ATA magazine, keep you in the organization for testing and tracking, allows you to advance and compete, and it is a must. See Jason or Teresa to find out if you are on the list of folks that need to renew.

Remember we have great birthday parties…or pizza parties for fun even if not a birthday involved! Also remember to refer your friends for fun and prizes…and it is always great to train with those you know and like.

Karate Summer Camps

2006-05-02T14:54:00.000-06:00

Great options at our sister school to improve and advance. Many parents have asked me "How do I instill some more attitude, passion, and fire into my child...get them excited"---the XMA camp can help. Xtreme Marital Arts is not just about clever and cool kicks---it is a lot about performance, showmanship, coming out of your shell, etc. I would recommend the Summer rank camp for any students closing in on black belt for sure, to tune up lower belt forms, sharpen board break skills, etc.

Free 411 Calls

2006-05-02T11:26:00.000-06:00

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This is information people don't mind receiving - Pass it on.

Works on home phones and cell phones

Children and Regular Exercise

2006-04-30T17:35:00.000-06:00

Exercise is not only fun, it is also good for your body, mind, and overall well-being. Kids who exercise on a regular basis often do better in school, sleep better, don't feel as tired, are less likely to get hurt while exercising, and are stronger than less active children. Exercise also relieves stress and helps promote good behavior.

There are two types of exercise, aerobic and anaerobic. When you do an aerobic exercise, such as walking, running, swimming, inline skating, jumping rope, playing soccer, dancing, bicycling, or playing hockey, you increase your heart rate and the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the muscles. Aerobic exercise builds endurance and burns fat and calories. Doctors recommend that people do 30 minutes of aerobic exercise every day. When you do an anaerobic exercise, such as weight-lifting or push-ups, which involve short bursts of exertion, you build strength and muscle mass.

Exercise Comes in Two Flavors

The best exercise programs combine aerobic and anaerobic activity.

Aerobic exercise is any activity that increases your heart rate and causes you to consume more oxygen. Every cell in your body requires a constant supply of oxygen, and if you've been a couch potato for years, many of those cells are being deprived. This is why, once you accustom yourself to a regular routine of aerobic exercise, you will begin to feel better than you did before.

If it's been a long time since you did any vigorous activity, consider getting some professional advice from both your doctor and a certified fitness expert. It’s important that you start slowly and learn how to stretch, warm up and cool down in order to avoid injury. You also may want to try an exercise trampoline. This is a gentle way to increase the stress on your bones and send a signal to the vertebrae to lay down more calcium along the stress-bearing planes.

Exercise such as walking, golf, doubles tennis, horseback riding, Ping-Pong and dancing may only mildly increase the pumping action of your heart, but they are still tremendous improvements for a former nonexerciser. If you fall into that category, walking is the best way to begin. If you are someone who hasn't walked more than two blocks in years, you'll notice an immediate and great change in how feel. Walk five blocks, then try six. If it's hard on you today, take comfort in the certainty that the stiffness will ease, your breathing will improve and relaxing endorphins will be released into your body. And before you know it, you'll be walking a mile. Moving can and will feel good—it's actually what your body was built to do and what it wants! Remember, Mother Nature did not design us for our sedentary modern lifestyle.

Anaerobic exercise is any type of physical activity that isn’t significantly aerobic. This includes exercise that builds muscle mass, such as weight lifting. It also includes other types of training such as resistance and isometrics. Building muscle mass does not mean becoming one of those bulging bodybuilders. If you keep at it, you will begin to notice a gradual sculpting taking place under your skin—and you’re going to like how it looks. But if vanity doesn’t drive you to take up some weight-bearing exercise, maybe the fear of frailty will. It is this type of exercise that helps stave off the loss of bone density that accompanies aging. This is why resistance training is so important to prevent osteoporosis.

With all the pressures today's teenagers have to deal with, it's no wonder so many are in trouble.

Statistics show that teen suicide and teen pregnancy are on the rise, as is the firearm-homicide rate for teens. Smoking among teens is in vogue, and two-thirds of eighth-graders report that they have tried alcohol. And only about 38 percent of them get enough exercise - which means the other 62 percent are setting themselves up for a sedentary life and all the problems that come with it.

Now's the time to change these statistics. Research has shown that kids who play sports, or who are physically active, are less likely to have these problems. But getting kids to exercise is no easy task unless you're willing to spend time with them and learn to speak their language.

Mo. – Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. The amount of stress and anxiety a person experiences is a major factor in cardiovascular disease. For the past three decades experts have vacillated in their recommendations concerning the amount and intensity of exercise required to alleviate stress and anxiety.

Recently, most experts have agreed that a moderate to low amount regular exercise can ease personal tension and stress. However, a new study by researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia shows that a relatively high-intensity exercise is superior in reducing stress and anxiety that may lead to heart disease. Moreover, the researchers found that high-intensity exercise especially benefits women.

“Conventional wisdom says that exercising for 30 minutes at a moderate exercise intensity is more effective in reducing anxiety than either a low or high intensity dose,” said Richard Cox, professor of educational and counseling psychology and leader of the study. “This conclusion, however, is deceptively simple because reductions in anxiety are not always observed immediately following a high intensity bout of exercise.”

In the study, female participants, ages 18 to 20 and 35 to 45, completed three experimental sessions. Each session started with a test to determine the anxiety level of the participant. Following the test, the women either did not exercise (control condition) or exercised at a moderate or high-intensity level for 33 minutes. After the session, Cox measured anxiety levels at 5, 30, 60 and 90 minutes post-exercise.

Although all three exercise conditions, including the control condition, showed a decline in anxiety over time, Cox found the high-intensity level experienced the sharpest decline. Cox said the intensity of exercise conditions did not differ in anxiety levels at baseline or immediately after exercise, but a difference favoring the high intensity level emerged at 30, 60 and 90 minutes post-exercise.

Results also showed that when the iron status of the women was taken into consideration, the beneficial effect of high-intensity exercise was greater for the older women.

“This is a relationship that needs to be further explored,” Cox said. “It appears to suggest that after controlling for iron status, the beneficial effects of exercise on anxiety may only apply to older women and not to younger women.”

Cox believes this study, which is scheduled for publication in the Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, will prove beneficial to medical practitioners in the fight against heart disease.

You might be hooked on Karate if?.......

2006-04-30T15:30:00.000-06:00

Do you wake up Saturday mornings stiff and sore? Is another night like Friday night the only thing that will make you feel better? Do you workout alone? Do you find that once you've thrown a jab, you can't stop until you've followed it with a reverse punch? If so, you may be (gasp!!) HOOKED ON KARATE. How do you know? Here are a few clues.

You know you're hooked when the first word out of your parrot's mouth is KIAI!, and you teach your cat how to free spar.

You know you're hooked when you have more bruises than a roller derby queen, and you still go back for more.

You know you're hooked when you shut the refrigerator door with a side thrust kick.

You know you're hooked when you shop for clothes based on whether you can kick in them.

You know you're hooked when the only clothes you'll wear are gi’s.

You know you're hooked when you actually crave a beach workout.

You know you're hooked when the books on your night stand are by authors like Gichin Funakoshi, Hirokazu Kanazawa and Musashi Miyamoto.

You know you're hooked when the Twelve Days of Christmas becomes: one boxing bag, two boxing gloves, three shin pads (includes an extra pad for the one you'll inevitably lose), four Tokaido gi's, five rolls of adhesive tape....twelve cases of Tiger Balm.

You know you're hooked when you look for a place to live based on the amount of practice space it provides.

You know you're hooked when you refuse to wear shoes.

Well, how did you score? Does any of these situations sound familiar? If so, it's hopeless - you're hooked. The only option now is to join CKA, Compulsive Karate’s Anonymous. Don't fret though. I'm sure you'll find plenty of familiar faces. See you there.

ATA testing times clarification and reminder.

2006-04-27T20:40:00.000-06:00

It appears some folks, especially white-yellow, thought testing begins and 9:00 on Saturday...not so! The times below are for each belt segments...and by the way K4K means Karate For Kids, and is the 7-12 year olds that are between tiger age, and not in the 13 and up adult program yet...basically the kids. So, be sure you know your time, and if you want to see the demonstrations near your times show up for them (10:30 & 1:45). Also, only students who are Black/Red and above already test Friday night, and red/red with one stripe test on Saturday. Thanks.

APRIL 29th: Testing Saturday for all color belts, Red one and below at ATA west--Times are below. Sign up and pay the testing fee now so we can be ready for the numbers, and get the belts.

10:30 AM ATA Team Xtreme Performance
10:45 AM K4K, Teens & Adults White – Yellow (Use the front entrance)
11:45 AM Judges Lunch Break
12:15 PM K4K, Teens & Adults Camo and Green (Purple will test Thursday at East) (Use rear entrance)
1:45 PM ATA Team Xtreme Performance
2:00 PM K4K, Teens & Adults Blue – Red (Use front or rear entrance)

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 06 (as of 04/26/06)

2006-04-26T13:48:00.000-06:00

As many of you already know, Mrs.Yingers older brother passed away Monday, and she is on her way back for the funeral and to support family today. She wanted to send her regrets about not being able to attend the testing's this week, and she hopes you will understand. She wishes you all luck and confidence.

See the schedule below for new and fun events, and also look at the new class schedule to be sure when you train starting Monday May 1st. Thanks!!

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 06 (as of 04/26/06)

BE SURE you know the time and class schedule changes happening May 1st!!!

APRIL 27th: 6:00 PM Thursday. Alternate testing for color belts from both schools Red one and below that absolutely can not make the normal testing on Saturday the 29th. You MUST sign up for this, or the other testing, let us know in advance so we can try and have belts on hand for all. Please see the front desk abut this ASAP. IMPORTANT, we will test all Purple belts from our school this night as well, since on a special form cycle.

Tiger testing will be this day for our school at normal class time of 4:15. And then the “alternate make up in advance test” is from 6:00 until 7:30 or so for all belts. It will depend on how many we have as to true end time, but we anticipate by 8:00 at the latest.

APRIL 28th: 6:00 PM Testing for Red black (Black Recommended) and above - both schools at ATA West location.
Friday (Parking in the rear of the building is available. The back door will be unlocked. Plan to use the rear entrance.) ATA Team Xtreme performance during the black belt testing.

APRIL 29th: Testing Saturday for all color belts, Red one and below at ATA west--Times are below. Sign up and pay the testing fee now so we can be ready for the numbers, and get the belts.

10:30 AM ATA Team Xtreme Performance
10:45 AM K4K, Teens & Adults White – Yellow (Use the front entrance)
11:45 AM Judges Lunch Break
12:15 PM K4K, Teens & Adults Camo and Green (Purple will test Thursday at East) (Use rear entrance)
1:45 PM ATA Team Xtreme Performance
2:00 PM K4K, Teens & Adults Blue – Red (Use front or rear entrance)

May 5TH: Parents night out at our school…from 6:00-9:30. Like always we have fun, games, food, drinks, movies, and more fun. Drop of the kids and have a night out, leaving them in a safe and exciting environment. The biggest problem with our PNO events now is getting the children to leave!! The investment is only $20.00..or $15.00 for them and the friend if the bring along a buddy that does not train with us right now. Sign up at the school.

May 6: Expanded demo team until 1:00 that day, 11:45-1:00. Then let’s head over to pad drill class!!

May 6th : Pad Drill Class at ATAFMA West (Holly & Arap) from 1:30-2:30 (maybe a little later). This is for parents and kids alike, even if the parent is not training. Learn to help your child with pad drills, board breaks, kicking drills, and more---even learn pad drill #1 and #2. The $39.00 fee covers two participants, and you get a set of great hand mitts for use at home FREE. Space is limited and time is short so sign up now!

May 7: Demo team performance at the JCC 12:30-1:00, near Colorado and I-25. More info to come, let me know if you can make this date and we will put together a demo with those members that can attend.

May 12th: Sparring at our school, normal time 6:30-7:30. Those with gear and permission can attend, it is a great work out, you learn so much in one hour, make a point to attend each month.

*Please make sure you renew your ATA membership if you have not already, this gets you your new card, the ATA magazine, keep you in the organization for testing and tracking, allows you to advance and compete, and it is a must. See Jason or Teresa to find out if you are on the list of folks that need to renew.

Remember we have great birthday parties…or pizza parties for fun even if not a birthday involved! Also remember to refer your friends for fun and prizes…and it is always great to train with those you know and like.

Testing the next week---Thursday/Friday/Sat. No classes Thursday night or Saturday.

2006-04-24T13:33:00.000-06:00

APRIL 27^th: 6:00 PM Thursday. Alternate testing for color belts from both schools Red one and below that absolutely can not make the normal testing on Saturday the 29^th. You MUST sing up for this, or the other testing, let us know in advance so we can try and have belts on hand for all. Please see the front desk abut this ASAP. IMPORTANT, we will test all Purple belts form our school this night as well, since on a special form cycle.

Tiger testing will be this day for our school at normal class time of 4:15. And then the “alternate make up in advance test” is from 6:00 until 7:30 or so for all belts. It will depend on how many we have as to true end time, but we anticipate by 8:00 at the latest.

APRIL 28^th: 6:00 PM Testing for Red black (Black Recommended) and above - both schools at ATA West location.

Friday (Parking in the rear of the building is available. The back door will be unlocked. Plan to use the rear entrance.) ATA Team Xtreme performance during the black belt testing.

APRIL 29^th: Testing Saturday for all color belts, Red one and below at ATA west--Times are below. Sign up and pay the testing fee now so we can be ready for the numbers, and get the belts.

10:30 AM ATA Team Xtreme Performance

10:45 AM K4K, Teens & Adults White – Yellow (Use the front entrance)

11:45 AM Judges Lunch Break

12:15 PM K4K, Teens & Adults Camo and Green (Purple will test Thursday at East) (Use rear entrance)

1:45 PM ATA Team Xtreme Performance

2:00 PM K4K, Teens & Adults Blue – Red (Use front or rear entrance)

Town Hall Meeting

2006-04-19T14:41:00.000-06:00

Got Questions??

We have answers

Join us at the Town Hall meeting

When: Saturday, April 22

Time: 2;00 PM - 4:00 PM

Where: Engelwood ATA School

12201 E. Arapahoe Road, A15

(303) 649-0703

What: An opportunity to meet and talk with the Englewood ATA Team, have some food, play some games, etc.

Please send us an email at pshields@kicks4all.com if you plan to attend. This will help us get some idea of how much food we will need for the event.

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 06 (as of 04/11/06)

2006-04-12T09:51:00.000-06:00

ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 06 (as of 04/11/06)

APRIL 14th : Sparring at our school, normal time 6:30-7:30….for anyone with gear and allowed to spar. It is fun and informative; you really get a work out.

APRIL 15: 7:30-9:00 AM red collar leadership training at ATA West location. A great agenda is planned; fun and hard work weaved together. This is available to the Red Collar teens and adult training instructors. Demo team is at 11:45 for those who are members.

APRIL 22: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. An old fashioned town hall meeting at our school, just a mixer, ask questions, get to know folks for our new sister school, have a snack and a soda with us, and have a little fun. We will provide food and drink and the place, you show up to rub elbows and help us server you better with advice and encouragement.

APRIL 27th: 6:00 PM Thursday. Alternate testing for color belts from both schools Red one and below that absolutely can not make the normal testing on Saturday the 29th. You MUST sing up for this, or the other testing, let us know in advance so we can try and have belts on hand for all. Please see the front desk abut this ASAP. IMPORTANT, we will test all Purple belts form our school this night as well, since on a special form cycle.

Tiger testing will be this day for our school at normal class time of 4:15. And then the “alternate make up in advance test” is from 6:00 until 7:30 or so for all belts. It will depend on how many we have as to true end time, but we anticipate by 8:00 at the latest.

APRIL 28th: 6:00 PM Testing for Red black (Black Recommended) and above - both schools at ATA West location.
Friday (Parking in the rear of the building is available. The back door will be unlocked. Plan to use the rear entrance.) ATA Team Xtreme performance during the black belt testing.

APRIL 29th: Testing Saturday for all color belts, Red one and below at ATA west--Times are below. Sign up and pay the testing fee now so we can be ready for the numbers, and get the belts.

10:30 AM ATA Team Xtreme Performance
10:45 AM K4K, Teens & Adults White – Yellow (Use the front entrance)
11:45 AM Judges Lunch Break
12:15 PM K4K, Teens & Adults Camo and Green (Purple will test Thursday at East) (Use rear entrance)
1:45 PM ATA Team Xtreme Performance
2:00 PM K4K, Teens & Adults Blue – Red (Use front or rear entrance)

*All testing sessions except the alternate test date will include the testing and belt promotions. Certificates and new cycle packets will be handed out the following week.

Please make sure you renew your ATA membership if you have not already, this gets you your new card, the ATA magazine, keep you in the organization for testing and tracking, allows you to advance and compete, and it is a must. See Jason or Teresa to find out if you are on the list of folks that need to renew.

Remember we have great birthday parties…or pizza parties for fun even if not a birthday involved! Also remember to refer your friends for fun and prizes…and it is always great to train with those you know and like.

DODGE BALL Parents Night out

2006-04-05T14:14:00.000-06:00

Sign up by Thursday for parents night out this Friday April 7th, it is at our school same time and same format as detailed in the ATA FMAW flyer below.

Please remember to make checks to ATA from now on, and if there are any lingering for tuition or other items get into us soon, thanks.
Saturday 7:30 AM leadership for red collar and above is at our school this week.
Sparring is Friday night the 14th at our school, 6:30-7:30.
Testing for red/black and above is Friday the 28th, and all other belts if Saturday the 29th, both at ATA West Thanks for your support...register now for birthday parties, and your free pizza party if you qualify. Refer others so you can train with friends, and we can grow to better serve you....$25 credit at the pro shop right now if any referral signs up!

Fred Longmore
ATA Family Martial Arts East
12201 E. Arapahoe Rd. Unit 15-A Englewood. 80112
My Direct Phone 303-841-2204 e-mail fredl@nsbs.com
Main Number 303-649-0703 Fax# 303-552-5002
Martial Arts, Self defense, Fitness, and More.
Fun, Family, & Friends are our focus.
www.atataekwondo.net

Demo Team Practice Saturday at 11:45

2006-03-29T08:53:00.000-07:00

Also remember demo team is Saturday at 11:45. Next Friday the 7th we have parents night out at our school and I am in charge...great movies, and fun games, sign up at the front desk. The following Friday the 14th is sparring at our school.

Testing for red/black and above is Friday April 28th at ATA west, and all other belts are Saturday the 29th.

Sparring Friday, March 31st

2006-03-29T08:51:00.000-07:00

We will be open Friday, March 31^st for sparring practice if anyone is interested.

This is open to black belt club yellow belt and above and all students Camo belt and above. This is not a class on sparring, but simply an opportunity to get together and have some fun sparring with others you may not get an opportunity to spar with normally. We encourage our experienced sparrers to share ideas and help the less experienced sparrers, so you do have an opportunity to learn. Bring your gear, a good attitude and let’s have some fun!

When: Friday, March 31, 2006

Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM

Location: ATA Family Martial Arts

5170 E. Arapahoe RoadUnit E-2A

Centennial, CO 80122

(303) 220-5956

Take I-25 to Arapahoe Road, in the Denver Tech Center and head West for approximately 2 miles. We are located one block west of Holly on Arapahoe Road. Look for the King Soopers on the South side of Arapahoe. It’s in the Arapahoe Village Shopping Center. The sign on the building says ATA Taekwondo.

NO TAEKWONDO CLASSES THIS SATURDAY

2006-03-23T10:00:00.000-07:00

Due to the Regional ATA Taekwondo Tournament this Saturday, there will be no classes held at either ATA Taekwondo location Saturday March 25th.

Also mark your April Calendars for testings Black Belt and above will test Friday night April 28th and all color belts Saturday April 29th. Times for the color belts will be posted soon.

Good luck at the tournament and have fun~

Fred Longmore
ATA Black Belt Academy Englewood
12201 E. Arapahoe Rd. Unit 15-A Englewood. 80112
Martial Arts, Self defense, Fitness, and More.
Fun, Family, & Friends are our focus.
www.atataekwondo.net

ATA Certification Camp

2006-03-20T13:06:00.000-07:00

School owners and potential campers!Reminder!!! The deadline for registration is this Saturday, March 18th. I have to give final room numbers to the Estes Park Center the following Monday at 8 AM, so anyone who registers after Saturday will be accepted only if there is still space available. Please encourage your students and classmates to register early this week- registrations which are mailed by Saturday and arrive the following week will NOT be accepted as on time (again- if I don't know you are coming, I can't register for your room!).

There has been some surprise for people on the Certification camp times. Please let your students coming for Certification Camp that the camp will BEGIN at 10AM on FRIDAY.
Master Thor wanted to address the critiques offered at last year's camp that networking time was limited, as well as allowing those certifying an opportunity to do the other workout parts of the camp. Finally, it will free up Master Thor, Ms. Black and Mr. Cross for teaching classes so everyone should get the opportunity to work out with one of them if not more. I've had many people respond to let me know their plans- please continue to do so and mail the applications right away!This is a time to come and simply enjoy our hobby of Taekwondo, learn new things and get excited and energized again. This will have a great positive effect on your school's enthusiasm and students will be talking about the camp and their experiences for weeks to come and the energy will be contagious! If you have any questions- please contact me immediately. If you have specific room requests (2 or 3 per room for example), please call or email me with those requests ASAP! I will respond as quickly as I am able.Senior Master Thor and the camp staff look forward to seeing you there!
Mr. Betts ATA Cross Taekwondo/Karate for Kids18511 E. Hampden Ave. #216Aurora, CO 80013(303) 690-0560mrbetts@atacrosstaekwondo.com

Tips to prevent identity fraud.. and what to do if it happens to you!

2006-03-20T12:43:00.000-07:00

ATTORNEY'S ADVICE -- NO CHARGE
Read this and make a copy for your files in case you need to refer to it someday. Maybe we should all take some of his advice! A corporate attorney sent the following out to the employees in his company.
1. Do not sign the back of your credit cards. Instead, put "PHOTO ID REQUIRED".
2. When you are writing checks to pay on your credit card accounts, DO NOT put the complete account number on the "For" line. Instead, just put the last four numbers. The credit card company knows the rest of the number, and anyone who might be handling your check as it passes through all the check processing channels won't have access to it.
3. Put your work phone # on your checks instead of your home phone. If you have a PO Box, use that instead of your home address. If you do not have a+ PO Box, use your work address. Never have your SS# printed on your checks. (Duh)! You can add it if it is necessary. But if you have it printed, anyone can get it.
4. Place the contents of your wallet on a photocopy machine. Do both sides of each license, credit card, etc. You will know what you had in your wallet and all of the account numbers and phone numbers to call and cancel. Keep the photocopy in a safe place. I also carry a photocopy of my
passport when I travel either here or abroad. We've all heard horror stories about fraud that's committed on us in stealing a name, address, Social Security number, credit cards.
Unfortunately, I, an attorney, have firsthand knowledge because my wallet was stolen last month. Within a week, the thieve(s) ordered an expensive monthly cell phone package, applied for a VISA credit card, had a credit line approved to buy a Gateway computer, received a PIN number from DMV to change my driving record information online, and more. But here's some critical information to limit the damage in case this happens to you or someone you know:
5. We have been told we should cancel our credit cards immediately. But the key is having the toll free numbers and your card numbers handy so you know whom to call. Keep those where you can find them.
6. File a police report immediately in the jurisdiction where your credit cards, etc., were stolen. This proves to credit providers you were diligent, and this is a first step toward an investigation (if there ever is one). But here's what is perhaps most important of all: (I never even thought to do this.)
7. Call the 3 national credit reporting organizations immediately to place a fraud alert on your name and also call the Social Security fraud line number. I had never heard of doing that until advised by a bank that called to tell me an application for credit was made over the Internet in
my name. The alert means any company that checks your credit knows your information was stolen, and they have to contact you by phone to authorize new credit.
By the time I was advised to do this, almost two weeks after the theft, all the damage had been done. There are records of all the credit checks initiated by the thieves' purchases, none of which I knew about before placing the alert. Since then, no additional damage has been done, and the thieves threw my wallet away this weekend (someone turned it in). It seems to have stopped them dead in their tracks.
Now, here are the numbers you always need to contact about your wallet, etc., has been stolen:
1.) Equifax: 1-800-525-6285
2.) Experian(formerly TRW): 1-888-397-3742
3.) Trans Union: 1-800-680-7289
4.) Social Security Administration (fraud line): 1-800-269-0271
We pass along jokes on the Internet; we pass along just about everything.
If you are willing to pass this information along, it could really help someone that you care about.

Upcoming Taekwondo, sparring and training events at the ATA black belt Academy of Englewood

2006-03-10T14:01:00.000-07:00

March 10^th: Sparring at our school, normal time 6:30-7:30. OR you can head across town and see and work out with In Ho Lee..See the e-mail already sent about that. There is a Saturday morning option as well with In HO, on the 11^th, so pay attention to the flyer already sent.

MARCH 11: 7:30-9:00 AM red collar leadership training at OUR school. A great agenda is planned; fun and hard work weaved together. This is available to the Red Collar teens and adult training instructors.

MARCH 11^TH: 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm. ACT self defense program. The expanded 2.5 hour version. See the full info below. We will limit this to 20 people, and sign ups are coming in fast.

MARCH 24: Friday night Xtreme Martial Arts Work out at Mr. Shields school, this is the night before the tournament. Gavin Espinosa, 5^th degree black belt and head of the ATA world demo team will be running the work out. Everyone is eligible to attend, see the times and qualification on the flyer at the school, and in an e-mail to be sent separately.

MARCH 25: TOURNAMENT…THE BIG ONE!! THIS IS GOING TO BE HUGE, WITH MR SHIELDS ATA WEST SCHOOL, AND OUR ATA EAST SCHOOL, SPONSORING AND PLANNING IT. SIGN UP NOW FOR THIS EVENT.

Online registration for the tournament is up and running. Please visit www.kicks4all.com and click on the Rumble in the Rockies Logo in the bottom left of the screen, and then click on the "Online Registration" logo. Or, click on the following link to go directly to the registration site: https://www.kicks4all.com/Login.aspx.

Remember we have great birthday parties…or pizza parties for fun even if not a birthday involved! Also remember to refer your friends for fun and prizes…and it is always great to train with those you know and like.

Friday March 10th Sparring Practice

2006-03-08T14:45:00.000-07:00

We will be open Friday, March 10th for sparring practice if anyone is interested. This is not a class on sparring, but simply an opportunity to get together and have some fun sparring with others you may not get a chance to engage with normally. We encourage our experienced students to share ideas and help the less experienced ones, so you do have an opportunity to learn. Bring your gear (chest protectors needed now for all ATA students), a good attitude --and let’s have some fun!
When: Friday March 10th 2005 Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM

Safety for Women

2006-03-07T16:26:00.000-07:00

Safety for Women

Tips for Everyone

1. Tip from Tae Kwon Do: The elbow is the strongest point on your body. If you are close enough to use it, do!

2. Learned this from a tourist guide in New Orleans. If a robber asks for your wallet and/or purse, DO NOT HAND IT TO HIM. Toss it away from you....chances are that he is more interested in your wallet and/or purse than you, and he will go for the wallet/purse. RUN LIKE MAD IN THE OTHER DIRECTION!

3. If you are ever thrown into the trunk of a car, kick out the back tail lights and stick your arm out the hole and start waving like crazy. The driver won't see you, but everybody else will. This has saved lives.

4. Women have a tendency to get into their cars after shopping, eating, working, etc., and just sit (doing their checkbook, or making a list, etc. DON'T DO THIS!) The predator will be watching you, and this is the perfect opportunity for him to get in on the passenger side, put a gun to your head, and tell you where to go. AS SOON AS YOU GET INTO YOUR CAR, LOCK THE DOORS AND LEAVE.

5. If someone is in the car with a gun to your head DO NOT DRIVE OFF, repeat: DO NOT DRIVE OFF! Instead put on your seat belt & gun the engine and speed into anything, wrecking the car. Your Air Bag will save you. If the person is in the back seat they will get the worst of it. As soon as the car crashes bail out and run. It is better than having them find your body in a remote location.

5. A few notes about getting into your car in a parking lot, or parking garage:

A.) Be aware: look around you, look into your car, at the passenger side floor, and in the back seat

B.) If you are parked next to a big van, enter your car from the passenger door. Most serial killers attack their victims by pulling them into their vans while the women are attempting to get into their cars.

C.) Look at the car parked on the driver's side of your vehicle, and the passenger side. If a male is sitting alone in the seat nearest your car, you may want to walk back into the mall, or work, and get a guard/policeman to walk you back out. IT IS ALWAYS BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY. (And better paranoid than dead.)

6. ALWAYS take the elevator instead of the stairs. (Stairwells are horrible places to be alone and the perfect crime spot. This is especially true at NIGHT!)

7. If the predator has a gun and you are not under his control, ALWAYS RUN! The predator will only hit you (a running target) 4 in 100 times; And even then, it most likely WILL NOT be a vital organ. RUN, Preferably ! in a zig -zag pattern!

8. As women, we are always trying to be sympathetic: STOP. It may get you raped, or killed. Ted Bundy, the serial killer, was a good-looking, well educated man, who ALWAYS played on the sympathies of unsuspecting women. He walked with a cane, or a limp, and often asked "for help" into his vehicle or with his vehicle, which is when he abducted his next victim.

Chief Master In Ho Lee is the CEO of the ATA.

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Chief Master In Ho Lee is the CEO of the ATA. The younger brother of Songahm founder Eternal Grand Master H.U. Lee, he is fiercely loyal to the ATA's vision and has dedicated his life to seeing the dream and vision grow and prosper.

Often out of the limelight and behind the scenes, he has been a key member of the Headquarters' leadership team for more than 20 years. Now he assists his brother, Grand Master Soon Ho Lee, to expand and grow the organization while staying true to the original concepts and philosophies the ATA was founded upon.

Chief Master In Ho Lee was born in Seoul City, Korea just two years after the end of the Korean War. He is the 44th generation of the Lees and the fifth son in a large traditional family.

As a young man he began learning Taekwondo with his cousins and brothers, and in 1976 (after his year of military service), he joined Eternal Grand Master in the United States. Intensive further training in Taekwondo under his older brother began immediately.

Soon, along with several of his brothers, he joined Eternal Grand Master for a cross-country demonstration tour as the "Flying Lee Brothers." American audiences loved the demonstrations, and Chief Master In Ho Lee's jump round quick and lightning speed became his trademarks in breaking and sparring.

The demonstration tour ended in 1977, and Chief Master In Ho Lee moved to Little Rock, Arkansas soon after when Eternal Grand Master relocated ATA headquarters from Nebraska.

For the next several years Chief Master In Ho Lee worked simultaneously at headquarters while running (and teaching at) three schools (two in Little Rock and one in Missouri). In 1989, he decided to let others take over the schools so he could focus more on operations at headquarters. During this time, he helped implement the first-ever computerized record keeping system for such a widespread martial arts organization.

He has also worked in the accounting department, testing department and tournament department, had a hand in developing World Martial Arts Supply, and helped streamline and organize tournament scheduling and headquarters organization in general.

With such comprehensive talent, energy, and direct experience with the entire range of the ATA's operations and Taekwondo itself, there is truly no one better to lead the business of the ATA now and into the future.

ACT Self Defense

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A.C.T. was developed to bring you the very best personal protection program available. Your training will include dealing with adrenal stress, Israeli Military protection techniques, fending off rapists and other attackers, protecting yourself against guns and knifes, protecting your family if they are threatened, and so much more. Nothing is more important than feeling certain that you and your loved ones are safe – especially in our uncertain world.

Anyone can learn A.C.T. There are no special skills or previous training required. And, even if you are currently training in the martial arts you can still benefit from this seminar.

Due to the intensity of this training, it is only open to ages 13 and up. You will leave this program feeling empowered and in control of your life. This class will provide a great aerobic workout, so come prepared to sweat! Uniforms and belts are not required. Wear comfortable clothing (sweats and long pants are highly recommended) and a good pair of tennis shoes with clean soles.

A.C.T. will Include; - The ABC’s of self-defense; Awareness skills, setting verbal boundaries, communication and combative skills
– Grabs & Chokes, Ground Fighting and Defenses
– Knife & Gun Defense And “Live Attack” Scenarios

2 1/2 HOURS OF INTENSE SELF-DEFENSE TRAINING
SATURDAY MARCH 11th; 12:30 – 3:00
Reg. Price…$59.00/person
ATA Students…$49.00/person
FAMILY SPECIAL: BUY 3, GET ONE FREE

A.C.T. TODAY!
Is it worth $59 so you will be better prepared to avoid, control, or survive a dangerous situation…??? INVEST IN YOURSELF!
Take Control of Your Life!
Presented By:
ATA Black Belt Academy and Family Martial Arts
East - 12201 E. Arapahoe Rd. #15A
“Training People for Life”
(303) 649-0703 www.atataekwondo.net

ATA ENGLEWOOD COLORADO EVENTS

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ATA EVENT SCHEDULE 05 (as of 02/15/06)

FEBRUARY 25TH TESTING: This will be our first shared testing with our new sister school at Holly and Arapahoe. It should be loads of fun, and full of energy with both schools doing it together. It will be held at the west location. You need to sign up in advance so we can be ready, order belts, and so much more. See the front desk for fees and paperwork.

The Revised Testing Schedule is as follows (approximate times only-these times may change slightly, but be there as designated and don’t fret if need to wait 15 minutes):

Saturday, February 25
8:30 AM Tiny Tigers – White through Yellow
9:30 AM Tiny Tigers – Camo and above
10:30 AM K4K 7-12, Teens & Adults White – Yellow
11:30 AM Judges Lunch Break
12:00 PM K4K 7-12, Teens & Adults Camo – Blue

IMPORTANT NOTE: Brown/Red/Red One/Red Black will test on Wednesday March 8th at our school at 6:15. This will be a special event and a lot of fun. The camo/green/blue/brown class will be at 4:45 during the normal time upper belts would train, and all the upper belts will be testing or prep testing at the 6:15 times. This gives us two more weeks to get you ready, and for you to LET US KNOW WHAT YOU WANT ON YOUR BELT IF YOU ARE TESTING FOR BLACK, TELL MRS. YINGER NOW, AND SPECIFY IF WANT ENGLISH OR KOREAN WRITING! WE ALSO NEED TO KNOW YOUR CURRENT UNIFORM AND BELT SIZE ASAP IF YOU ARE A RED BLACK.

* All testing sessions will include the testing and belt promotions. Certificates and packets will be handed out after we return from Spring Nationals

MARCH 3-5: Spring nationals in Las Vegas…we will be closed that Thursday the 2nd, through Saturday the 4th since the instructors and staff are all there to train and learn more for the benefit of everyone, and to compete as well. This is how your instructors get their information and skills, and it is always great for any belt to attend-- black belts especially since so many seminar opportunities.

MARCH 11TH: 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm. ACT self defense program. The expanded 2.5 hour version. See the full info below. We will limit this to 20 people, and sign ups are coming in fast.

MARCH 25ST: TOURNAMENT…THE BIG ONE!! THIS IS GOING TO BE HUGE, WITH MR SHIELDS ATA WEST SCHOOL, AND OUR ATA EAST SCHOOL, SPONSORING AND PLANNING IT. SIGN UP NOW FOR THIS EVENT.

Remember to refer your friends and neighbors, and earn great prizes as well as pro shop credit….and what could be more fun than training with people you knew and like already!!! And don’t forget about our great birthday parties…set up one now!!