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  • 3.00 Credits

    The present course introduces students to the Western concepts of psychosocial development and self-actualization and to the East Asian concept of self-cultivation. It then identifies the character development objectives of three different martial arts-Taiji, Taekwondo, and Judo. It follows with an examination of research on the psychological impact of practicing martial arts, with an emphasis on self-concept, self-esteem, mood, phenomenology, psychological health, psychotherapeutic outcomes, and self-actualization. In addition, the course examines the impact of the martial arts on aggression and hostility, sex discrimination and feminist awareness, and traditionalism versus modernization. 3 semester hours
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course introduces the theoretical foundations of a variety of Martial Arts, including Taiji, Gongfu, Taekwondo, Hapkido, Karate, Judo, and Jujitsu. Through video, demonstrations, and other modalities students will also be exposed to the major techniques used in each of the Martial Arts introduced. 3 semester hours
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to introduce Martial Arts Studies students to the concepts and practices of intercultural communication. Topics will include Martial Arts and non-verbal communication, Martial Arts and verbal communication, the influence of culture on communication and intercultural conflict resolution. The course will be conducted in the context of the martial artist as a leader and as a communicator. The martial artist will be viewed as a communicator both in the role of instructor and in the role of manager. 3 semester hours
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course explores popular concepts about the Martial Arts as depicted in modern media, particularly cinema and television, and contrasts them with historical and literary perspectives drawn from East Asian classics and Martial Arts texts. 3 semester hours
  • 9.00 Credits

    This level of Taekwondo training focuses on enhancing team spirit and cooperation. Through this course, students are expected to achieve mastery of Taekwondo form Keumkang (guiding theme "wisdom and virtuosity"),advanced self defense techniques No. 1 & 2, kicking technique with a focus on the Double Front kick and Double Roundhouse kick, sparring techniques with a focus on Olympic style offense strategy skills, 2nd degree black belt level 7 Double Front kick breaking techniques and 2nd degree black belt level 6 belt Double Roundhouse kick breaking techniques Beginning with the achievement of the 2nd degree black belt, students are qualified to serve as teaching assistants. 1 semester hour
  • 10.00 Credits

    This level of Taekwondo training focuses on cultivating the sense of personal achievement. Through this course, students are expected to achieve mastery of Taekwondo form Taeback (guiding theme "human"),advanced self defense techniques No. 3 & 4, kicking technique with a focus on the Double Side kick and Double Back kick, sparring techniques with a focus on Olympic style defense strategy skills, 2nd degree black belt level 5 Double Side kick breaking techniques and 2nd degree black belt level 4 belt Double Back kick breaking techniques. Students in this class are qualified to serve as teaching assistants. 1 semester hour
  • 11.00 Credits

    This level of Taekwondo training focuses on cultivating dedication to goals and ideals. Through this course, students are expected to achieve mastery of Taekwondo form Sipjin (guiding theme "nature's 10 ideas")advanced self defense techniques No. 5 & 6, kicking technique with a focus on the Double Hook kick and Double Back Hook kick, sparring techniques with a focus on Olympic style offense and defense strategy skills, 2nd degree black belt level 3 Double Hook kick breaking techniques and 2nd degree black belt level 2 belt Double Back Hook kick breaking techniques. Students in this class are qualified to serve as teaching assistants. 1 semester hour
  • 12.00 Credits

    This level of Taekwondo training focuses on cultivating humility. Through this course, students are expected to achieve mastery of Taekwondo form Keumkang (guiding theme "wisdom and virtuosity"), advanced self defensetechniques No. 7, kicking technique with a focus on the Tornado kick, sparring techniques with a focus on Olympic style psychological strategy skills, 2nd degree black belt level 1 breaking techniques of Tornado kick. After this level is completed, there will be the 3rd degree black belt test including a Martial Arts Essay test. Students in this class are qualified to serve as teaching assistants. 1 semester hour
  • 13.00 Credits

    This level of Taekwondo training focuses on enhancing the sense of magnanimity and service to others. Through this course, students are expected to achieve mastery of Taekwondo form Jitae (guiding theme "human and nature"), high advanced self defense techniques No. 1 & 2, kicking techniques with a focus on the Jump Point kick and Jump Scissor kick, sparring techniques with a focus on free style defense sparring, 3rd degree black belt level 7 Jump Point kick breaking techniques and 3rd degree black belt level 6 belt Jump Scissor kick breaking techniques. Students in this class are qualified to serve as teaching assistants. 1 semester hour
  • 14.00 Credits

    This level of Taekwondo training focuses on cultivating social and leadership skills. Through this course, students are expected to achieve mastery of Taekwondo form Cheonkwon (guiding theme "universal"),high advanced self defense techniques No. 3 & 4, kicking technique with a focus on the Jump Split Front kick & Jump 360o Back Kick, sparring techniques with a focus on free style offense sparring, 3rd degree black belt level 5 Jump Split Front kick breaking techniques and 3rd degree black belt level 4 belt Jump 360o Back kick breaking techniques. Students in this class are qualified to serve as teaching assistants. 1 semester hour
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