Drummond, Denver and 2 in Missoula

This time of year we don’t always have many competition opportunities in Montana, but this year is far different. Starting with 2 new tournaments on January 19th. 

The first of which is just to the east of us in Drummond. This will be The Drummond Taekowndo Championships first year, but the tournament organizers are very familiar faces around here. Gordy Paske and his daughters all have trained here at MTC with us off and on over the years and run the Taekwondo program in Drummond. They are faithful supporters of our tournament and they and their students exemplify good martial artists. We encourage all of our students to participate in this tournament as we are sure you will find a positive community of martial artists hosting this event. The cost of this event is $45 for MTA members and $55 for nonmembers. Please fill out your registration and hand it in to Mrs. R by January 11th. 

Also on the 19th about a dozen of our MTC NET (National Events Team) will travel to Denver for the 1st Pikes Peak Daedo Challenge which promises to be a top level event with competitors from all of the nation.

We will have our biannual FUN Tournament here at MTC on February 2nd.  This has stood the test of time as the greatest tournament experience for new students and for students who are new to competition. It is also, like the name says, FUN. This is just for MTC students and is an incredibly low stress way to bond with your Taekwondo Family. We use the FUN Tournament as a day for learning and gaining confidence in all facets of the tournament experience. From fitting the mouth guard to learning the holding area process to learning what the referee signals and calls mean. Spectators are free and the registration fee is $30. To encourage a fuller tournament experience we give a discount to families that also volunteer an hour or 2 to help out.

Also, Montana TKD Academy is hosting a tournament on Feb 9th. Details available soon.

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Fun Tournament - February 11th

Tournaments can be fun, rewarding and life enriching events if you go into them with a basic knowledge of what to expect and are surrounded by supportive "family" members.  We want our students to have every reasons to participate in upcoming tournaments.

With this FUN tournament our students will find out what they can expect at future tournaments and reap the benefits to be had by joining the greater Taekwondo Community in Montanan and the rest of the world.  Parents sometimes understandably, wish for their children to hold back from competition until they earn a higher belt, however when a student shows interest, we recommend engaging them at that point. Individuals are placed in groups of their approximate age, height, weight and skill level, making white belt the best time to try a tournament.  This year we are also using this opportunity to develop the logistics of tournament operations.  We are encouraging every family to volunteer an hour or 2 to learn a new skill or share one you  know you already possess, contribute to the group and feel proud of your efforts that will make a FUN successful event.  A $5 per volunteer hour credit is offered off you registration.  Offered to Black and Red Belts first then this option will be offered to all MTC students.  Up to $10 off per colored belt competitor and up to $25 per black or red belt volunteer.

The cost is $25 for 1 or 2 events.  Spectators are FREE.  All 1st-3rd place finishers will be awarded medals.  Please register by Friday February 10th to aid in Tournament day fluidity.  Registrations may be dropped in the payment box or given to Mrs. Rosbarsky.

Competition start is staggered White and Yellow Belts -9:45, Green - Black Belts Competitors--12pm.

Please see the registration form for additional information or ask at the front desk.
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Spring Ripe with Tournament Opportunities

Spring in Montana will bring many opportunities to grown and test our skills we work so hard to develop year round.


Starting with our semiannual FUN Tournament on February 11th, there will be opportunities all across the state.


The MTC FUN tournament is for MTC students only and is held right here in our dojang.  The cost to enter is just $25 (less than 1/2 the cost of other tournaments).  It is the perfect event for tournament first timers and for everyone who wants to bang the dust off before the Montana Spring Tournament season gets under way.  We also use this as a time to teach the martial artists, referees, coaches, parents and tournament staff how best to fill their roll or multiple rolls.  Sign ups will be available later this month (watch the bulletin boards) and will come out int he February Newsletter, but mark your calendars now.  Every family who signs up in advance to volunteer (and volunteers) will get a $5 per hour credit toward the cost of their FUN Tournament registration.


Also this spring MTC students are preparing for tournaments large and small in Montana and across the country.  There will be Montana Tournaments in Livingston, Great Falls and Billings.  With us co-hosting the state tournament in Missoula with the MTAcademy.  The dates for these tournaments are not set yet, but stay tuned, information will be available soon.


We encourage ALL of our student to participate in tournaments.  It is the greatest opportunity to experience a safe but challenging test that each  martial artist will come away with a huge leap in personal growth.


We also have groups preparing for the US Open in Las Vegas, National Collegiates at MIT in Boston and Nationals in Dallas.  This year's Nationals team will consist of martial artists of all ages and belt levels from the 6 year old yellow belt to the 44 year old black belt.  To find out more about tournaments open next month's newsletter or ask Mrs. R.

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Back in the Swing of Things – Classes and Tournaments

Fall brings routine back to our lives and with it a more consistent TKD attendance.  We look forward to having you all in our lives and a steady basis again.

• We spent a great summer with camps, our own and those taught by Grand Master Park, tournaments, nationally and abroad and lots of great Missoula summer activities.  As a side note, next summer we will hold the same camps and will add camps based on your input.  All of our camps were at capacity so when sign ups are available, get your name on there early.

•  Master and Mrs. Rosbarsky are joined by Master Parks, Mr. Watson, Mr. Mikkola, Ms. Hunton, Ms Ardiana and Ms Jes Curtis on the mat and at the front desk to teach and guide our families along their TKD path.  We care what you think and welcome hearing from you on any subject TKD related or otherwise. We have a wealth of knowledge in all of our black belts and other TKD family members and we highly encourage our TKD family supporting each other in the dojang and in life outside of TKD.

• To help all our students learn more and excel we have restructured Friday classes and are excited to see where this will take us.  Come try out a new class.

•   To start your tournament season off right, we are once again holding the MTC FUN Tournament on September 17^th.  This is the perfect event for all MTC Taekwondoists, those who are new to tournaments and even for those who are new to taekwondo.  This event is low stress and low cost enough to suit the most timid beginners.  Registration begins September 6^th and ends September 16^th.

•   The Fall tournament season will continue with tournaments in October and November in Missoula and Kalispell.

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Join in the FUN (Tournament)-for all MTC students, beginners & up

This tournament is perfect for tournament first-timers and for those looking to gear up for the Spring Tournament season in Montana.  For parents wondering if now is the right time to do a tournament, first, gauge if there is interest, if so then this tournament is the perfect one- friendliest environment, least driving, least expensive and most FUN.

Our previous FUN Tournaments have been great successes, in that they provide a wonderful gathering for all our students and a great learning tool for both parents and students.

To sign up please return a registration form by Friday, February 4th.  Registration Forms an Information can be obtained at the dojang or at missoulatkd.com.

All individuals planning to compete must be in full uniform.  Sparrers must have their own forearm and shin/instep pads, mouthpiece and groin cup (total cost $23 for Girls and $33 for Boys).  Please purchase these items before the day of the tournament. Some sizes of gear are currently on order and slated for arrival Friday 2/4.  To help our event run fluidly please order and pay for your gear Monday thru Thursday at MTC and plan to pick up Friday 2/4.  Full gear also includes the helmet and chest protector all these items may be purchased at Missoula TKD but you are only encouraged to buy the helmet and chest protector if you know you will be attending tournaments outside the FUN tournaments as well, otherwise please feel free to borrow these 2 items from MTC.

Please note there is a staggered start time (9:45 for white and Yellow Belts and 12:00 for green and blue belts) and concessions all day by the Booster Club.

Remember: Red and Black Belts will compete for free if they help with refereeing and tournament operations.

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Fun Tournament February 5th

For ALL MTC student - Beginners to Advanced.

Ease into the Tournament Season with the MTC FUN Tournament only for MTC TKD Family members.

The Goal of the FUN Tournament:  Giving a great competition experience to all of our students while teaching everyone, students and parents, about the inner workings of a Taekwondo Tournament.

The FUN Tournament is a low stress way to experience TKD competition for the first time or to reengage after the long winter break.  We encourage all of our students to participate not only to learn about TKD competition but also to experience the wide world of TKD outside of Missoula Taekwondo Center.

We will run 2 rings and enjoy a staggered start.  Meaning all white thru Senior yellow belts will report at 9:45 and all Green thru Black Belts will report for competition at 11:45.

All Red and Black Belts (and Booster Club Volunteers) should report at 9:30 to ensure a smooth day.

The Booster Club will also offer full concessions throughout the day which should keep everyone fully charged and ready to engage in all the activities.

Registration is just $25 (about 1/2 the cost of most local tournaments) to encourage all MTC students to participate.  Red and Black Belts who volunteer to help will compete for Free.

This tournament is designed to give all MTC students a gentle introduction into competing the first time or an introduction to the 2011 tournament season.  We also will utilize this event to teach all parents and other spectators the rules of competition in TKD as well as what to do to ensure a positive experience for all.

Forms will be available at the dojang and at www.missoulatkd.com.  

Please plan to attend and engage in friendly competition with your fellow MTC and STC students.

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FUN Tournament for all MTC/STC

ALL MTC/STC students are invited and encouraged to participate.  Parent are also encouraged to be active spectators and partake of the Booster Club Concessions.

This event will be a fun tournament with fully matted rings and electronic scoring held solely for Missoula and Stevensville Taekwondo Center students.  Those who are brand new to Taekwondo and/or tournaments will use this opportunity to learn what great things tournaments have to offer them in a supportive and encouraging environment with familiar supportive faces in a familiar place.  Students who have competed in tournaments before will have this opportunity to ease back into the season with their teammates and get some real time experience to prepare them to have a positive experience in the fast approaching tournament season.  Red and Black Belts have an opportunity to refine their skills in officiating and will in turn have more rewarding experiences in future tournaments. (Red and Black Belts who help for the day may compete for FREE). Parents can utilize this opportunity to learn about all aspects of competition including competition rules, general order of tournament events, use of scoring equipment, how poomse and sparring are scored in competition, and the general nuances of Taekwondo competition.

Tournaments can be fun, rewarding and life enriching events if you go into them with a basic knowledge of what to expect and are surrounded by supportive "family" members.  We want our students to have every reason to participate in upcoming tournaments.  With this FUN tournament our students will find out what they can expect at future tournaments and reap the benefits to be had by joining the greater Taekwondo Community in Montana and the rest of the world.

Sign ups are on the bulletin board or online at missoulatkd.com (soon).  The cost is $25 per person.  Please sign up by Friday September 10th.

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