" We just had our first session and it was a hit. Both students and parents are excited. It is a very popular program, within our community, that we run for our public schools. It is setup as a fundraiser for the public schools. We teach basic beginner curriculum with an emphasis on  focus, discipline and family values. Today we had a great turnout! This is our 8th year running this program at Springville Elementary. We hope that we will be able to provide this program throughout the entire Beaverton School District. I look forward to see these students on their graduation day. That will be the  test that will complete their course. " said  Mr. George Hristescu,  the Vice-President of USA Taekwondo Oregon, the national governing body of Taekwondo in USA and member of U.S. Olympic Commitee.

Character Kids is U.S. World Class Taekwondo Association's very own,  5 session character development program that incorporates Taekwondo with Life Skill lessons. 
Open to all students in grades K to 5, this innovative series of classes is designed to not only introduce your child to basic martial arts but also to improve focus, confidence, discipline and respect. It will benefit your child at home, at school and in team sports. U.S. WORLD CLASS TAEKWONDO VOLUNTEERS  the time and qualified staff to teach the Character Kids program.

Until next time,
USWC Team


                          Springville Elementary Students working on their Discipline form. Yes! It is about Discipline.

It's been twelve years since Mr.  Jared started his journey with us. Back then, just a nine year old, now a strong twenty-one year old, soon to be made a Taekwondo Junior Master and a 2016 Business Degree Graduate of Oregon State University,  I still remember his very first days at the Do Jang like it was yesterday, proud to wear his uniform, super excited about coming to class and always eager to earn his stars. Time passed by and I was blessed for that I have been given the opportunity to guide him and watch him grow into this fine young man that he is now.
There is something special about Jared. If I think about the amount of work he had to put in towards his training, whether it was Elite Team or Regular Class he was one that always had to work twice as much as other students, he never gave up, he did overcome the challanges and never caved into his doubts. He is a winner.  Ever since his middle school years he expressed great interest in being around the academy , giving back, helping other students, and later on,  taking on an opportunity to turn his hobby into a job and join US World Class Taekwondo Leadership Team as  one of our Instructors, and think about it..how beautiful is that? It is my belief that his martial arts journey will continue and that at some point in time, in the near future I look forward to the day when he will share with us a  "Jared" story of his own.  
Join us and support Mr. Jared on this very special day of USWC Black Belt Graduation on April 26th of 2015 at the Oregon Convention Center. It is a special day.

Mark your CALENDARS ! Sunday July 26th / Cook Park / Shelter 1. It's ON!
" It’s a great tradition that brings back memories of spending an afternoon hanging out with family, listening to  live music, enjoying good food and catching up with friends.  Here we are at the third edition. I look forward to seeing everyone on July 26th."  CM George H.

When? 
Sunday July 26th  12pm to 5pm 
Where?
Cook Park, Shelter #1 Tigard 
What to bring?
Folding Chairs / Sunscreen / Towel

"The  philosophy towards sports, something that I really truly live by. I am emotional. I want to win. I am hungry. I am a competitor." Whether win or lose I am proud of how our competitors played today. 
US World Class Taekwondo Bethany lined up a delegation of eight athletes to compete in Sport Poomsae and Olympic Taekwondo Sparring for the 2015 Oregon State National Qualifier. Headed by Mr. Adrian C., our Head Coach / Director of High Performance we wrapped up the day bringing home  three bronze medals, three silver and two gold. Now looking forward to the next competition  A tournament with over 500 registered competitors dreaming for  a spot to compete at the USA Nationals in Austin, Texas.  Any Gold, Silver and Bronze medal guarantees participation at the biggest event of the year. The Nationals.  Today's  registration process was smooth and Report Times matched the initial schedule. A very long Sunday. Watching these athletes compete is intense. You feel the pressure they are under, you clench your fists and wish for a good score. Your heart revs up its beats. The adrenaline rush. Looking back at 2014 and drawing a line now, we can definitely see improvement. We are  working with a new generation and building a new team, one that is still new to the competition scene. Life happens - Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. -Being there- itself..it's  a win. We have experienced both moments today.  But we are committed and we'll never give up. 
US World Class Taekwondo Bethany Martial Arts Academy provides opportunities for selected students looking to take their training regimen to the next level. It does require commitment as to, in order to achieve a world class athlete status, one martial artist has to put in a lot of hours of specific training and most importantly, have their full family support on this endeavor.  If you would like to join our competition team ask your instructor.
USWC Team. Portland Oregon.

Most of us start the new year with a promise to ourselves. How is your New Year’s resolution coming along?  
Getting started on a healthier lifestyle diet and exercise regimen is very easy, but keeping up is what we are having hard times with most of the times. 
Here are  few tips from Master George Hristescu on how one Martial Arts Program can help you on your quest to  achieve a healthier lifestyle. Mr. George Hristescu is our Executive Director and a Chief Master Instructor with U.S. World Class Taekwondo Association in Portland Oregon, USA.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle it's a never ending process. It is a Journey rather than a destination; and doing it together,  chances are that your family will keep that healthier lifestyle going. 

• Get Started

Find an activity that is fun and very single member of your family can join in. There are a lot of options out there to keep your family active. Do it together and get in the habit of doing it every single day.  
Taekwondo, Karate, Martial Arts in general will offer you great support in staying focused on your quest, as by nature all students attending get the personal attention they need and are designed in such way that holds you accountable of your performance On and Off the mat. 

• Routine - 3 time a week you put your uniforms on  and go to class. You just do it. Once it's done on a regular basis, everybody will just do it.  

At U.S. World Class Taekwondo Bethany Martial Arts Academy many Families kick  together.  Mom, Dad & kids taking Taekwondo classes. They stay physically active and motivate each other.  And we make it fun. The family member with the most stripes on their belt gets an achievement tape."
Remember that Not perfection but excellence is what we seek. Trying your best is a success itself. 
Until next time, 
USWC Team