Adult Programs

Why choose Tae Kwon Do?

  • For teenagers and many adults the physical aspect of the program is most appealing, as well as learning important self-defense techniques.
  • Tae Kwon Do is a nationally recognized style of martial arts which students can continue performing and developing throughout their lives.
  • Registration is year round at the Program Desk or Online.
  • Cost: Free for NAC Members
  • The Newtown Athletic Club is an A.A.U. ranked facility. (Amateur Athletic Union)

    White / Yellow Belts This class covers the introduction to Tae Kwon Do on an advanced level. Students will be expected to perform all necessary requirements while showing a high level of self-control. Emphasis will be placed on physical fitness, forms and self-defense. There is no sparring at this level. Attendance: 2 classes per week.

    Green and Above This class builds on the skills learned in the white and yellow belt class. In this class sparring with protective gear is introduced for the first time. Students will learn more advanced forms and techniques such as punch and kick combinations and self-defense during sparring. At the Brown Belt and above level, board breaking will be included in the training, as well as an introduction to weapons, such as Nunchaku, Escrima and Bo Staff. Attendance: Minimum of 2 classes per week.

    Rank Advancement Progress is measured by the award of color belts in accordance with the students’ knowledge and skill, as well as the time and effort the student has dedicated to the program. To mark the progress between scheduled belt testing, the student will be awarded belt stripes as each new skill is mastered.

    Belts are awarded quarterly, during testing events. There will be a $35 fee for any student that is testing. To achieve a higher rank belt, the student must attend the minimum number of classes, learn factual Tae Kwon Do material relative to their belt level, and demonstrate appropriate self-defense moves and forms. A one-week break will follow each testing.

    Attire All students are required to wear a white karate uniform. Uniforms can be purchased at the NAC for $25.00*. Students who spar (Green belt and above) are required to use sparring equipment approved by the NAC Tae Kwon Do department. This consists of headgear, mouthpiece, hand gear, footgear, chest gear (optional but recommended for children), and groin protector for boys and men.


    * This Program is available at no additional charge with a NAC Family Membership.

    Program Registration:
    (215) 968-1600 / Ext. 12
    programs@newtownathletic.com


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