Tae Kwon Do

Tonight was Jacob’s first tae kwon do lesson at our local community center. He went eagerly, and looked forward to purchasing his uniform when he arrived for the class. There were almost 20 students, and the majority of them were beginners like Jake. Jim and I sat with the other parents, and watched our kids learn basic punches, kicks, and blocks. The instructors emphasized respect and the fact that tae kwon do is only to be used in self-defense. If Jacob actually sticks with this martial arts stuff and becomes skilled at performing the moves properly, Adam eventually won’t stand a chance of landing a blow on Jake while they are “playfully tussling.” (Playfully tussling, clashing, brawling, whatever you want to call it!) And, lest anyone thinks that tae kwon do is an inexpensive activity in which to partake, let me be the first to reveal that the darling little uniform actually cost more than what we paid for the entire 6-week class. At least it will make a charming Halloween costume if this tae kwon do gig doesn’t fly.

Mr. Tae Kwon Do practicing his bow.