Special TKD Opportunities

• We have the honor to host a 1 day sparring seminar on July 21st given by TJ Curry and Jared Reed both of World Taekwondo Center.  Among other accomplishments, TJ took 1st in the US Olympic Trials-Phase 7 in 2012. and was the 2010 National Champion.  Jared was the 2011 Collegiate National Champion and competed at the World University Games in Shenzen, China (with Master Rosbarsky).  Session 1, 10AM-12:30 will be for all ages and belt levels, Session 2, 1:30-5:30, will be for red and black belts (other belt levels by speical instructor invitation).  This is a tremendously affordable opportunity for world class instruction AND it is right here in our own gym.  The morning session is $25 and the after noon session is $40.  Both sessions are $50 total.  Registration forms available at MTC or online at missoulatkd.com.
• Teen Camp will be July 26th and 27th with an overnight at the Rosbarsky's.  This is open to all MTC teens yellow belt+ and all MTC Black Belt Instructors.  This is always a fun time to deepen the bonds that are already there.  The cost is $90. Black belts will receive a $50 discount.
• New this year we will have our Olympic Sports Camp July 30th-August 3rd.  We will not only do some spectacular sparring (TKD Sparring is a full medal Olympic Sport) but also engage in Gymnastics, Soccer, Swimming, Basketball and Volleyball (all Olympic Sports).  The camp will run daily 9-3 and cost $215.
• And Ninja Camp will be back! Tentatively scheduled for August 13-17th. This is a 1/2 day camp for $105.

 For all of these camps you can put your name on the list now because, of course, space is limited and our camps have a record of filling up.  Registrations will be available July 10th.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

Special Opportunities through the Summer

Through July and August we will have many opportunities for Taekwondo outside your regular classes.

• The first very special opportunity will be when we host a 1 day sparring seminar on July 21st given by TJ Curry and Jared Reed both of World Taekwondo Center. Among other accomplishments, TJ took 1st in the US Olympic Trials-Phase 7 in 2012 and was the 2010 National Champion.  Jared was the 2011 Collegiate National Champion and competed at the World University Games in Shenzen, China (with Master Rosbarsky) Session 1, 10am-12:30pm will be for all ages and belt levels, Session 2, 1:30pm-5:30pm, will be for red and black belts (other belt levels by special instructor invitation).  This is a tremendously affordable opportunity for wold class instruction.  The morning session is $25 and the afternoon session is $40.  Both sessions are $50 total.  Registration forms available at MTC.

• Teen Camp will be July 26th and 27th with an overnight at the Rosbarsky's.  This is open to all MTC teens yellow belt+ and all MTC Black Belt Instructors.  This is always a fun time to deepen the bonds that are already there.  The cost is $90.  Black belts will receive a $50 discount.

• New this year we will have our Olympic Sports Camp July 30th-August 3rd.  We will not only do some spectacular sparring (TKD Sparring is a full medal Olympic Sport) but also engage in Gymnastics, Soccer, Swimming, Basketball and Volleyball (all Olympic Sports)  The camp sill run daily 9-3 and cost $215.

• And Ninja Camp will be back!  Tentatively scheduled for August 13-17th. This will be the second year for Ninja Camp and our inaugural year was an overwhelming success.  Look for further details in July's newsletter.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

MTC hosts USA-Taekwondo State Qualifier and Scrimmage with Electronic Hogu

On March 3rd on the U of M campus at Schreiber Gym we will host the Montana State USAT Qualifier for 2012 Nationals and Junior Olympics

The qualifier is for students who will be competing in the national competitions in Dallas Texas this summer.  The events included will be sparring, sport poomsae, breaking and demonstration.  Only athletes who are going to nationals need register for this event at hangastar.com

The Scrimmage and Seminar are an MTA event that all MTA members are encouraged to attend (become a member for $25 if you aren't already). The seminar will be taught by Master Rosbarsky and will feature the use of the Daedo electronic Hogu (purchase associated foot pads at truescore.com).  The seminar cost is $25 and can be paid at the door.

Friday Competition Classes take the place of Poomsae and Sparring

The new Friday format is working out great. We are enjoying it and getting good feedback in the form of comments and through improved performance by participants.

We are currently holding classes for Poomsae and Sparring combined.  White through Senior Green Belts have class 5-6PM on Fridays. Blue to Black Belts are 6-7PM on Fridays.

This new format is to put us all in the right place to advance our skills in Poomsae and Sparring.  If we constantly perform at the same relaxed level without pushing ourselves we will not have the ability to step it up when we are called on for it in Taekwondo and in life.  We strive to make Missoula Taekwondo Center a safe, encouraging environment to put your self “out there” and make huge gains in your taekwondo and  life skills.

 from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

Electronic Hogu Seminar/Scrimmage and Montana State USAT National Qualifier

Master Rosbarsky, MTC and the MTA are hosting the Montana State Qualifier for 2011 Nationals in San Jose AND a seminar/scrimmage featuring the LaJust electronic hogu.

All athletes from Montana planning to attend USAT Nationals must qualify at the Montana State Qualifier on February 26th at 9AM.

The Seminar and Scrimmage are open to all MTA members and will be given by Master Rosbarsky, Master Dan Williams and Grand Master Scott Miranti.  The seminar and Scrimmage will follow the Qualifier from Noon to 5.

The LaJust electronic scoring system is utilized on the National level and this will be the first ever use and presentation of it in Montana.  All Taekwondoists are encouraged to join us.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

"Building of Basics" Sparring Seminar

The popular Building on Basics Sparring seminar hosted by Master Rosbarsky will take new shape this year.  All those under 12 and below blue belt will meet 5-6:30 and all Teens and Adults and children over blue belt will meet 6:30-8.

This seminar is based on the theory that good basics are the best building blocks for a great sparring strategy.  New students and those who have been competing for year will all benefit from this seminar.

The cost is $20 for tournament participants and $30 for non-participants.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

To register please use the tournament registration form.

Fridays in Full Swing beginning Sept 17th

Black Belt Club Members may attend at will, all others add a class for $5.

4-4:30 Taeguek Ill Jang
4:30-5:15 White Belt Sparring
4:30-5:15 Taeguek 2-4 and Palgwe 1-3
5:15-6:00 Taeguek 5-8, Palgwe 4-8 and Black Belt Forms
6:00-7:00 Sparring

Pro Shop Full of TKD Equipment and Other MTC Logo Items

With the fall tournament season approaching we have all necessary gear available. We recommend that all students have their own Basic Gear Package (BGP) for class use. The BGP includes arm and leg guards, mouth piece and groin cup (for boys). The cost is $22 for girls and $32 for boys. Full gear packages including chest protector, head gear and BGP for $85 (the cost is $105 if purchased separately). This Full Gear Package is recommended for all students who plan to participate in more than 1 tournament. Those who desire to compete on a more intense level should consider a little more substantial investment in gear which may need to be ordered so please contact Mrs. R. at least 2 weeks before an event.

Also, be sure to look in the pro shop for gear bags, back packs, lunch boxes, Tshirts, sweatshirts, polo shirts and many other MTC Logo items.

Let's get geared up for our FUN Tournament on September 19th.

from the desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

Taekwondo in the Olympics

For the third time Taekwondo Sparring was a full medal Olympic Sport. The United Sates took a 4 person team to August's Bejiing Olympics. Three of the team members were Siblings Mark, Diana and Steven Lopez.

And the fourth was 17 year old Charlotte Craig. The Lopez siblings competing marked the first time in 104 years that 3 siblings competed at the same Olympics in the same sport.

Although our team was small, they fought hard and came home with 3 medals for their efforts. Charlotte lost by 1 point in the quarterfinals, Steven and Diana came home with Bronze and Mark walked away with the silver. Previously Steven took gold in the 2000 and 2004 Games and was favored to win the highly cometitive Male Welter weight division this time, however, coming home with the bronze did not cause him to act slighted or betray the attitude of a true martial artist.

Lopez said, "I came here expecting to win a gold medal, but I guess it wasn't in the cards today. It's hard but I'm hapy with the bronze. I have two ways to look at it, either succub to it and think 'I should have been in the finals', but a champion goes out there with dignity and I wanted to prove to myself and others that I am the best. " About the future he said, "It encourages me to keep going. I am upset. I love winning. I hate losing, and in to way does this discourage me from wanting to go to the 2012 Olympic Games."

It was widely publicized that a fighter from Cuba kicked the referee in the face after being disqualified. We are saddened by this publicity overshadowing the great accomplishments of our hard working Martial Artists, but hope that this opens up discussion amongst our MTC family of what a true martial artist is and how they should handle difficult..even antering situations. Let's be the next true example to the world of what TKD is really about.

From the Desk of Mrs. Rosbarsky

More News from Detroit-Nationals

"The USA Taekwondo conducts its 2008 U.S. National Championship, Junior Olympic Championship and U.S. National Poomsae Team Trials events at Ford Field. More than 2,000 athletes ages 6-63, aided by about 500 coaches, will compete during the week." detnews.com
Photo by Velvet S.McNeil / The Detroit News


7/4--Kyle (view results), Mark (view results), Ryan (view results), and Dylan (view results), are all sparring today and Dylan is doing Forms as well.

-"Today wasn't our best fighting day, but Dylan still hasn't fought. Kyle, Ryan and Mark fought. All lost 1st fight, no one made it to gold. We are currently sitting watching fights. This morning seemed slow moving, but it is starting to pick up. :) Will blog later. I miss everyone and can't wait to be back to the Center." Abbey

-"Today is going okay. Some tough fights. They all lost their 1st, but that is the way it goes. Dylan still to go today." Mr. Rosbarsky

-"The food (here) is super expensive, like $7 for Nachos, $6 for a hot dog. Hunter fights tomorrow. They are hanging in there, long days waiting....Hope You're having a wonderful 4th! :)" Mr. Bartholomew

7/5 Hunter got bronze in forms and a bronze in sparring.
"A Good Time was had by all" BJ Paulson
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Detroit Happenings-News From Nationals

News from Nationals

7/1--"Sweet day so far...Kyle won his Open elite fin weight division (view results), Austin won all three of his fights in the open light weight (view results)."
Mr. Rosbarsky
They will fight in the adult world class divisions tomorrow.

7/2--"Kyle lost his first in Worlds. He pulled out of a 6 point deficit in the third and closed it to within 4 points. He fought awesome. Very cool and collected." Mr. Rosbarsky (view results)

--"Austin lost 4 to 3. Good day. We just need to get Austin working." Mr. Rosbarsky (view results)



7/3--"Three golds for Kyle so far. He won the junior open today(view results) and poomse (view Poomse results). Mark took 3rd in forms." Mr. Rosbarsky


--"After the long plane ride, it was nice to get some sleep. But the next morning we got up and came right to the Ford Field. When we got here, we checked in and Dylan went to weigh in. He is still in line. Kyle was the first fight in his division. He won 4-7. We are waiting for him to fight again. It is weird for me to sit in the stands and think I won't be able to walk out on the floor and compete, but I know this will get harder and harder for me..." Abbey





--"Shawn, a random but cool dude, and I waited in line to weigh in for FOUR hours :(" Mark






Mr Bartholomew says the Stadium is HUGE.....................





Mark doing his Poomse:

Saturday Practice will be Open to Serious Sparrers

Mr. Rosbarsky will instruct a high level sparring class for athletes who will be competing in high level tournaments this spring with the ultimate goal being the National tournaments this July. The National tournaments are for Yellow Belts and up and 6 year-olds and up.

Class will be held on Saturdays from 10AM-12PM starting Saturday January 12th. These work-outs will be intense but will be open to any interested student who shows dedication to improvement in the ring as well as dedication to the betterment of their teammates. To join this elite group students must commit to the duration of January-June.

The schedule will include 20 Saturdays starting on January 12th and running till the end of June. This schedule allows for one Saturday off per month for the usual spring time tournaments. The cost for students who are enrolled in a regular program at MTC is $5 per class. If payment is made in advance there will be a $15 discount making the entire session just $85. For students not enrolled at MTC the cost per class will be $15.

Tournament participation is an enriching part of our Martial Art. It is a time to enhance our knowledge and experience, and to create lasting bonds with other martial artists.

We strongly encourage any interested student to try this endeavor. For those who are dedicated to self betterment this is a great challenge that will leave individuals with a great sense of self confidence.

For those who are concerned about expenses associated with the high level tournaments, it is possible to raise a portion to all of the money needed to participate and travel to these tournaments through the booster club. Please plan to join the Monday January 14th meeting to participate in discussion about these events.

from the desk of

Mrs. Rosbarsky