Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Ella Aulwes--Temporary Black Belt Test June 1,2013

My Adventures In Tae Kwon Do

When I started Tae Kwon Do I was shy. I knew if I worked hard I would someday become a black belt. I tried harder every time. I knew when I became a brown belt I would be a good teacher and example. I would help my sisters if they ever got stumped on a form or a one step. When I was a white belt I didn't like being in the back of the room knowing nothing, but I knew I would one day be in the front row as a black belt.

In Tae Kwon Do I made lots of new friends and family. I have been to tournaments, Colorado, and school demonstrations. It gives me new thoughts. It helps me become a better person by using courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit. It helps me become a better person by not lying, not quitting at things I am good at or things I need to practice more at. I try not to get sad when I get hurt. I use breath control for power. I use concentration for listening and remembering things I was taught and what I am getting taught.

I like Tae Kwon Do because it is fun, I get to meet new people who have become a part of my heart. Tae Kwon Do allows me to become a better teacher. I can break boards and help other students break boards. Tae Kwon Do has taught me many things. It is a chance for me to learn things like jumping, kicking, and punching. Then I take what I learn and help teach it to others.

Tornado kicks are my favorite because they are challenging. I also like tornado kicks because you do two different kicks and make it into one kick.

Tae Kwon Do is a second family. We have parties for special occasions. We spend time together at testing. I love testing!!!!!

Tae Kwon Do has given me the chance to go to Colorado. Colorado was fun. It was a great experience spending time with Grand Master Jung and learning from him. It was fun cleaning up the cabin, rafting, and going to the gold mine. I love Colorado because when you are in a circle doing one-steps it is challenging I also like looking around the cabin and going on the roof looking for something cool because it is a great view of everything around the cabin. I really enjoyed when we went to bear rock and did one-steps.

At the do jang I love to do flying sidekicks, breaking boards, or kicking bags. I love getting a new belt or stripe on my belt. I also love meeting a new friend in Tae Kwon Do. I like seeing smiles on peoples faces, people working hard, and making sure people are correct in their stances. I try to concentrate when I learn new forms. I try to drink water, eat lots of fruit and other healthy foods and drinks. I also try to go outside and play with my family and my friends. I love learning new kicks, hand techniques, and blocks.

Tae Kwon Do helps me with school because I have to concentrate on what I am doing and what I am thinking.

I really like Tae Kwon Do. It has taught me so many things that I use everyday.  Each day I am learning something new.  This is what I want to do and what I am going to continue doing in Tae Kwon Do.