Ninja Camp at MTC with Mr. Mikkola and Mr Graef and an Away Camp with Master James Park

August is ripe with opportunity for Taekwondo Fun and growth as Martial Artists and people.

Ninja Camp is back!

Campers will learn and hone their mad ninja skills comprised of Taekwondo and Parkour techniques.  Ninja camp is for Martial Artists age 6+. Camp is to be held August 13-17th, each day 9am-12noon.  Friday the 17th, there will be a demonstration of incredible ninja skills beginning at 11:15am.  Campers should wear all black especially on Friday.  The cost is $105.  Please sign up by August 7th.

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Dae Myung Summer Camp with Master James Park (head instructor at Glendale Dae Myung and Grand Master Park's youngest son) coming up on August 17, 18 and 19th.

Grand Master Martin has coordinated the Dae Myung Taekwondo Camp at Clark Canyon Bible Camp near Dillon, Montana.  This camp is exclusively for schools who follow Grand Master Park's teachings.

We will receive instruction in Taekwondo, Judo and Hapkido.  Aside from the instruction in techniques participants will come home with tremendous exposure to the Philosophies of the Martial Arts we hold so dear.

Master James Park is a gifted teacher who has much to offer us in the way of martial arts knowledge and life philosophy.

This camp is open to ALL Belts and ages! We can not stress enough what a life changing opportunity this is and how seizing this moment is tremendously important. 

The cost of camp is $130 which includes meals, lodging and instruction without instruction. The cost is $95.  This means families can attend.  All campers under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Please contact Mrs. R for questions about camps.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

August Camps

Ninja Camp

The much anticipated Ninja Camp is nearly upon us.  We will be accepting a few more campers.  The first ever Ninja Camp is August 9-13 (Tuesday to Saturday), 9:30AM to Noon for 8 year olds and up.  This camp will be a melding of Taekwondo and Parkour and will culminate with a performance for parents on Saturday.  Sign ups are at the Dojang on the bulletin board. Registration Form.

Dae Myung Camp with Grand Master Jae Ho Park

A very rare opportunity to train with Grand Master Park and his son Edison Park are coming up August 26-28. 

 Grand Master Martin of Butte has coordinated an International Dae Myung Moodoo Federation Camp at Clark Canyon Bible Camp near Dillon, Montana.  The schools attending are IDMF schools from around Montana (MTC included), New York, California and possibly Rome, Italy. 

We will receive instruction in Taekwondo, Judo and Hapkido.  Aside from the instruction in techniques participants will come home with tremendous exposure to the Philosophies of the Martial Arts we hold so dear. Grand Master Park, Master Edison and Grand Master Martin are great men and gifted teachers who have much to offer us in the way of knowledge and humanity.

This camp is open to ALL Belts and ages!  We can not stress enough what a life changing opportunity this is and how seizing this moment is tremendously important.

The cost of camp is $130 which includes meals, lodging and instruction without instruction the cost is $95.  This means families can attend.  All campers under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Please contact Mrs. R for questions about these camps and forms are available at missoulatkd.com.

 From the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

Camp with Grandmaster Park

Master Rosbarsky’s instructors, Grand Masters Martin Martin and Jae Ho Park are putting on a Taekwondo and Judo Training Camp at the Clark Canyon Bible Camp near Dillon Montana (map) August 26th-28th.  This is a tremendous opportunity to train with 2 of the greatest instructors to ever influence Montana Martial Artists. 

We highly encourage our students to participate in this camp.  This is a rare opportunity that may never present itself again.  Lodging, food and instruction will be provided for $130. Non participants pay $95.  Our students can utilize Booster Club funds to pay their way.  Please plan to have your registration forms and fees in to Mrs. Rosbarsky by August 10th.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

Summer Camps at MTC

We have finished the very popular Lil Kickers and Kickin’ the Summer Off Right Camps and now look forward to some new camps in July and August.

Powerful Poomsae will be July18th-22nd.  Mrs. Rosbarsky will not just teach forms but also how to add your own flavor and personalize your forms so you (and your audience) enjoy your performance. 

Green Belts and above, all ages are welcome 9:30-11:30.  Red and Black Belts only 12:30-2:30.  Red and Black belts are recommended to attend both sessions.  $85 for 1 session or $150 for both.  10% Early Bird discount by June 24th.  (MTC Black Belt Instructors also receive an additional 10% discount on both sessions.)

Teen camp for MTC students age 13+.  This camp includes an overnight at the Rosbarsky home.  This has been a great time for our MTC Teens to work on their Taekwondo together and get to hang out and strengthen the bonds that are already there due to their common ties at MTC. 

Ninja Camp with Mr. Mikkola and Mr. Michael Graef for ages 8 and up will be August 9-13.  This camp combines Taekwondo and Parkour and includes a performance on Saturday the 13th.  Previous MTC Taekwondo experience is required.  The cost is $105.  $10 discount for  Early sign ups by July15th.

The purpose of these camps ends up being so much greater than just to learn some new stuff or to have a place for the kids to spend the time and be entertained.  Every camp we, the instructors, come away with a greater appreciation of each child’s abilities and personality.  Campers come out of camp having accomplished something great with their time-they are becoming their best possible selves.  We appreciate the participation of so many of our TKD family members in this summer’s camps and look forward to seeing even more of you throughout the summer.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

More Summer Camps Coming

Our Kickin' the Summer off Right Camp filled up faster than ever this year so we have put together some more great camps for July and August.  There is still a little room in the 4-6 year olds Lil Kickers camp June 13-17th.

5 day of  Poomsae will be July 18th-22nd.  Mrs. Rosbarsky will not just teach forms but also how to add your own flavor and personalize your forms so you (and your audience) enjoy your performance.  Green Belts and above, all ages are welcome 9:30-11:30.  Red and Black Belts only 12:30-2:30.  Red and Black belts are recommended to attend both sessions.  $85 for 1 session or $150 for both.  10% Early Bird discount by June 24th.  (MTC Black Belt Instructors also receive an additional 10% discount on both sessions.)

Teen camp for MTC students age 13+ will be July 29th and 30th.

Ninja Camp for ages 8 and up will be August 9-13.  This camp combines Taekwondo and Parkour and includes a performance on Saturday the 13th. Previous MTC Taekwondo experience is required.  The cost is $105.  $10 discount for Early sign ups by July 15th.

Overnight camp with Grand Master Park August 26-28.  More soon.

We would like to hear requests from all our TKD families about dates, times, content and ages for other camps you would like to see this summer or summers in the future.  Although we love to hear from you in person the best way to make your request stick is to email it to rosbarsky@missoulatkd.com.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

Demonstration Camp and Dynamic Demo Team Performance

Demonstration Camp is open to all ages and belt levels—for the White Belts who are curious about breaking boards or doing the “cool looking stuff” or for the colored and black belts who want to add a new element to their taekwondo.  We break boards and bricks and do things that aren’t done in regular classes, and  we get to show the rest of our community and our friends and families a taste of what Taekwondo is.
Everyone who participates in the camp will have a featured part in the River City Roots Festival demonstration. The camp will be August 17th-19th 10AM to Noon each day.  Camp curriculum will  include demonstration sequences, breaking techniques, poomse for demonstration, marching demonstration and skits.  The cost is $55/person.  Booster Club funds may be used (please fill out a request form located in the blue Booster Club folder.)
Join the MTC Demo team at the River City Roots Festival Aug 29th at 12:30PM in Caras Park.  The River City Roots Festival is a showcase for the region’s most talented artists and emphasizes family fun and fitness, and exposes the region to all of the great things about Missoula.  Throughout the weekend of August 28th and 29th the Children’s Fun Festival will be centered in Caras Park with entertainment under the tent, face painting, crafting, SpectrUM Science Discovery Area and loads of other FREE activities.
Can’t make the camp but still want to participate in the Demo please contact Mrs. R at 370-4589.

Extra Summer Fun

Summer Camp for MTC
In July 2009 we hosted our first summer camp just for Taekwondo Teens.  It was great!  We will host the camp again this year on July 23rd and 24th. 
The camp cost is $80.  Early registration by July 15th will be  $75 .  Space is limited so early registration is highly encouraged.  Registration must be received by July 20th.
This camp is highly recommended for all MTC Red and Black Belt Teens.  There will be a good deal of Taekwondo and a good deal of fun and tons of bonding.  Master Rosbarsky will lead the camp with the help of MTC Black Belts.

MTC/STC at the River City Roots Festival, Creamery Picnic AND Demonstration Camp
Again this year the MTC/STC family will demonstrate at Missoula’s River City Roots Festival.  Our demonstration will take place in the Caras Park Pavilion on the 28th.  You may also choose to take part in the marching demonstratrion during the Creamery Picnic Parade on August 7th. To be a part of either of these Demos please plan to attend Demo Camp on August 3-5, 12-2 each day.  In conjunction Master Parks may hold a ceramics camp each day.  Each camp costs $55 or you can do both for $100 total.  All ages and belt levels are welcome.  Please express your interest in these ASAP to Mrs. Rosbarsky, as that will effect our planning.

From The Desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

Summer Camps

This summer we will offer our ever popular Kickin' Summer Off Right and Li'l Kickers Camp in June.  Then we will also add camps in July and August, including Teen Camp in July, a demonstration camp in August and camps for ages 4-6 July 12-16, and August 9-13, and ages 7-12 August 9-13

Kickin' Summer Off Right Camp for kids age 7-12 will be held June 14th-18th and 21st-25th, 9am-3pm daily. (1 or both weeks)

• $195 for week one, $205 for week two or $385 for both weeks.  Early registrants receive a $20 discount before May 15th.
• These 10 days will include all facets of Taekwondo instruction, ceramics construction and decoration, other art exploration, lots of games and some fun in the sun.
• Campers who reach for their potential doing both weeks of camp will test for their next belt on the final day of camp.

Li'l Kickers day camp for ages 4-6.  This is a great camp for our youngest practitioners to gain confidence in their abilities inside the dojang and out.

• Camp will include Taekwondo instruction in forms, sparring, self defense and basics and other fun and confidence building activities.
• $95. Early registrants receive a $10 discount before May 15th.

All camps will be instructed by Master Rosbarsky and MTC Black Belts, including Master Glenn Parks teaching our ceramics portion.  We also will be incorporating instruction from Childbloom guitar.

Call 829-1329 for info, and forms are online at www.missoulatkd.com 

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

Extra Summer TKD Fun

Summer Camp for MTC Teens

We will host our first MTC Teen summer camp on July 31st--August 1st. The camp will include instruction, meals, team building and overnight at the Rosbarsky home. The camp is limited to MTC Red and Black Belts age 13-18.

The camp cost is $80. Early registration by July 15th will be $75. Space is limited so early registration is highly encouraged. Registration must be received by July 27th.

This camp is highly recommended for this year's Black Belt candidates as it will include 5 weeks worth of instruction in an energized 2 days. Master Rosbarsky will lead the camp with the help of multiple MTC Black Belts.

MTC Booster Club Ice Cream Social

On August 5th at 6PM in the front Dojang the Booster Club will host an Ice Cream Social and organizational meeting. You are invited to join us for some sweet treats and learn how to enhance your Taekwondo experience. Please plan to bring a topping or complimentary dessert like cookies or brownies.

The Booster Club is a member and parent run organization whose newly written mission statement is "The primary purpose of the Missoula Taekwondo Center Booster club is to encourage participation in Taekwondo Community activities that build stronger martial artists and stronger people. We will plan events and fundraising activities that support this principal and contribute to the great Missoula, Montana, United States and World Communities."

MTC at the River City Roots Festival AND Demonstration Camp

Again this year the MTC family will demonstrate at Missoula's River City Roots Festival on August 30th. Our demonstration will take place in the Caras Park Pavilion at 1PM on the 30th. To be a part of the Demo, please plan to attend Demo Camp on August 18-20, 9-11:30 each day. Each camp costs $55 or you can do both for $100 total. All ages and belt levels are welcome.

from the Desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

Winter Judo Camp - one Perspective

What a great camp!!
"I don’t want to drive over there alone, I don’t want to be the only girl, I’m too old….." There are several excuses I tried. Thankfully, Mr. Rosbarsky struck them down as I said them. I am so glad I didn’t miss this opportunity.

Besides the nice accommodations and good food, the people are amazing. They came from all over the state and seemed to all know each other already, but it didn’t take long to feel a part of something great.

After dinner and introductions on Friday night, we listened to a lecture from Grand Master Park, Grand Master Fujiwara and Master Martin. They spoke of the Way of martial arts & life and they gave their testimonies of their journeys. They are very humble and thankful men. It was an honor to get to know these men better.

Saturday, we ate and then went on a drive to spot critters and saw several white tail deer. We got back to camp and gathered our gear for our Judo training. We took the bus to the training site near Elkhorn Hot Springs. We then made our way up to the pristine field where the snow was untouched. That didn’t last long as we started into the field. The first step sunk the line leader down to the hip. After forming our line and stomping out a suitable sized outdoor Dojo, we stretched and partnered up. Thankfully I was wearing a black cap or I may have been too camouflaged to find in the snow with my white gi and white belt. We worked on piggy backs first and then Ippon Seoinage , Morote Seoinage , Osoto Gari, O Goshi , Hane Goshi and Tai Otoshi . Between the two sessions, we gained valuable instruction and practice. The snow was soft to land on even softer than the blue mats at the Dojang. Footwork became more difficult with the snow conditions, but we kept on going.

The Hot Springs was a lot of fun. Many people soaked in the warmth while the others volleyed a ball around until we finally got 171 straight hits. That must be a Hot Springs record.

Dinner was great. We had prime rib, salad, rice and kimchee if you dared. The talent show followed. Not only are these people talented at Judo, but they can also sing, play instruments, act and tell jokes. As for me, I will not give up my day job, but it was a neat experience anyway.

The Missoula Team came in second place in Yut (a Korean "Sorry" game using sticks).

Grand Master Park instructed us for a third session on Sunday because he "liked us". :) We worked on footwork. It was a lot different than the deep snow we were in the day before. The temperature was probably 65 degrees warmer in the building too. It was a great work out. You know it is good when your legs shake after you’re done. It was awesome.

We said our goodbyes and went on our way. The Navigator buzzed with talk about the camp, next year’s plans, lessons learned, and the people we met. We all came out of the camp with the same lessons and some of our own. I was reminded that you need to "seize" the opportunities when you can. They are not always available. And that age is not an excuse to quit or not try. Martial Arts is a way of life not a hobby for a season. Do you have any excuses?
Kim

PS. It is probably best to do surprise attacks when dunking people, however it is not recommended to "surprise attack" Masters in Taekwondo.

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Judo Winter Camp

The Judo Winter Camp put on by Master Martin Martin and taught by Grand Master Jae Ho Park (our Grandmaster) is being held once again in Southwest Montana.

This is a fabulous opportunity for our Red and Black Belt Students who are 16 years old and older to experience Grand Master Park's teaching and the company of other high ranking Martial Artists from our region.

Winter Camp is held near Elk Horn Hot Springs which is near Wisdom, Montana. This years' accommodations will be at the Clark Canyon Bible Camp Facilities. Campers will arrive on Friday evening. The Judo seminar will take place Saturday morning to be followed by a trip to soak at Elk Horn Hot Springs. Transportation will be provided from the Camp to the training area and the Hot Springs and back to the Camp. There are Saturday night activities and Sunday Morning Activities. Campers will depart Sunday late morning.

They have costs estimated around $75 for the camp, lodging and food. This is a great opportunity not only because of the highly economical cost and great instruction, but most importantly, this is an opportunity to learn from and "just be" with our Grand Master. He is a phenomenal Martial Artist and a truly remarkable human being.

We urge all who fit the requirements to attend this camp and those who are too young or not yet a high enough belt level to keep this on your list of things to do in future years.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky