Tiger Rock TaeKwonDo

Jacksonville, NC

Jump Spin Side Kick during ECAS Demonstration

HO AM TaeKwonDo:

The style of TaeKwonDo practiced in Tiger Rock Martial Arts International (TRMAI) today is known as Ho-Am TaeKwonDo. This name symbolizes the spirit, values, and vision of the Alliance. The word ho means ‘tiger’ in Korean and the word am means ‘rock’. Tiger-Rock is identified with symbolism of the Siberian tiger, native to Korea and known for its power, prowess, and sense of justice but unfortunately endangered, just as our tenets are endangered values.

The Tiger symbolizes justice and bravery, and the Rock symbolizes the steadfast and immovable life spirit of the Korean and Western civilizations. Tiger Rock Martial Arts International believes that the success of Ho-Am TaeKwonDo comes from honoring both native Korean Eastern cultural heritage and the philosophy of the Western mind dating back to the Athenian culture, the beginning of Western democratic thought.

Our Class Types

Tiger Cubs (Ages 4 – 5)

The TRMAI Tiger Cubs program is designed for children who are four and five years old. It is intended to be an introductory and preparatory course for entrance into the regular junior TaeKwonDo classes. Many children in this age group are not yet capable of developing the physical abilities, social skills, and emotional maturity to be successful in a regular junior TaeKwonDo class but desire to be involved in TRMAI-franchised member academies; therefore, the TRMAI Tiger Cubs program has been developed.

Juniors ( Ages 6-11) Youths (Ages 12-15) and Adults (Ages 16 and Above)

Programs Designed Specifically for Juniors, Youths and Adults

  • Students can start any time and blend into the academy.
  • Students move through the program at a rate comfortable for them, not necessarily as a class unit.
  • Specialized classes for juniors, youths and adults are available; juniors, youths and adults require different curriculum and teaching methods.
  • Classes are normally divided by age level and proficiency.
  • Transformational language creates a safe and comfortable atmosphere.
  • No one sits on the bench… everyone participates!

Class Schedules Designed for Juniors, Youths and Adults

  • Classes are offered on various days of the week and times of the day (see schedule for specific academy or club).
  • Simply pick the classes that are the most convenient for you to attend.
  • Classes are 50 to 55 minutes in length.
  • An average of twice weekly attendance is ideal for most students.

Benefits of Ho-Am TaeKwonDo training

  • Get into shape
  • Relieve stress
  • Learn personal safety skills
  • Develop discipline & self-control
  • Channel aggressive energy
  • Build self-esteem & confidence
  • Have fun!

Kisado Interval Fitness:

(MWF-9:00AM and Tues & Thurs- 7:00PM)

Kisado Fitness is a serious high intensity interval training (H.I.I.T) program designed to get you in shape, help you lose weight and increase your mental strength. Kisado fitness incorporates cutting edge science with a unique martial arts flair.

Kisado Fitness specifically targets your strength, speed, agility, and flexibility. Our research-based program provides optimal weight loss and oxygen uptake.

Kisado Fitness utilizes a wide range of uniquely designed exercises that involve the use body weight and punching bags to challenge anyone regardless of fitness level.

Participating in Kisado Fitness is easy. Wear comfortable workout clothing and bring plenty of replacement fluids. A Level 1 equipment package can be acquired at your local academy and consists of bag gloves and resistance bands so that you may fully participate in this physical challenge.

Our proprietary Kisado program blends thousands of years of martial arts intensity and movement with modern sport science to bring you an ultra-high quality fitness experience. Kisado Fitness can improve cardiovascular health, help you lose weight, get you in shape and help you cope with stress. Kisado Fitness can only be taught at authorized Tiger-Rock Martial Arts and Fitness Academies. Classes run just under 45 minutes. Call today to start a new challenge!

  • What to wear: Comfortable workout clothes (shorts, t-shirt, compression shorts should be worn under shorts – we will have pro-shop apparel soon and you may pre-purchase apparel tonight)
  • What to bring: yourself, water, a towel!

*According to a leading fitness magazine, High Intensity Interval Training results in 9 times greater fat reduction than regular aerobic exercise. (Oxygen Magazine September 2010)