Tae Kwon Do is a version of an ancient form of self-defense practiced for many centuries in the Orient. It originated and perfected in its present form in Korea. Over the last century, Korea has organized many forms of martial arts and made Tae Kwon Do the national martial art form. Tae Kwon Do is now recognized as an Official Olympic Sport. Tae Kwon Do requires no weapon to practice and is never used to attack others. It should only be used as an option for self-defense. Students learn to develop their strength, coordination, agility, and conditioning, which is essential in executing self-defense movements. As a student advances, the instruction focuses on mental development. Through concentration, the student is taught to channel energy through the body and harness it into the most effective method of defense and do so without fear.
Grandmaster Park is a 9th-degree Black Belt, which means he is a Grandmaster in Tae Kwon Do. Born in Korea, Grandmaster Park attained not only his Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do but also learned the extreme form of self-defense technique, Kuk Ki Do. Once in the United States, he became one of the top ten figures in the country, and the team that he was a member of became number one in the world. Master Castillo’s traditional curriculum focuses on the true disciplines of martial arts training: Respect, Focus, Positive Attitude, Self-Esteem, Discipline, and Perseverance. Tae Kwon Do students develop a deep, personal respect for their physical ability. They are better equipped and are more willing to start and finish tasks, both in the classroom and at home. Finally, children who act out negatively learn respect for themselves, their parents, and their elders. Boys and girls learn self-discipline that encourages them toward successful achievement. Tae Kwon Do can unlock new sources of energy and enthusiasm. Children who are listless, bored, or lagging behind the group enjoy increased confidence, focus, and clear thinking.