Fall23 Student Registration Deadline 8/15
2023-08-15 - 2023-08-26
-We starting our Fall 2023 season this week 8/14. I look forward to seeing everyone soon.
-For late registrations please contact Master Hung directly.

Silicon Valley Open Taekwondo Championships Oct 29th
2023-10-29 - 2023-10-30
Silicon Valley Virtual Open Taekwondo Championships Sunday 10/29
Registration Deadline: Sunday 10/18/2023 Time: 23:59PM
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2024 TMA Team Trials Friday 01/19 6:45PM-7:45PM
2024-01-19 - 2024-01-20
2024 TMA Team Trials Friday Jan 19th 6:45PM-7:45PM. (By invitation or 3 blues stripes)

World Class Poomsae Seminar Jan 27th 2024 2:30PM-5:00PM
2024-01-27 - 2024-01-28
World Class Poomsae Seminar Saturday Jan 27th 2024 @ 2:30PM-5:00PM.

TMA Team Training Sunday 3/17 @ 2PM-3:45PM
2024-03-17 - 2024-03-18
TMA Team Training
-2PM-3:45PM Sunday 3/17

TMA 23rd Annual Spring Open Taekwondo Championships 2024 (Last Day to Register Mon 3/18 11:59P)
2024-03-23 - 2024-03-24 | TMA Sunnyvale, 1111 W. El Camino Real Ste#117, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087, United States
TMA 2024 Spring Open Sunday March 24th
Reminders: Last Day to register 3/18 11:59PM
Recommended Events: All start times are an approximation only – please arrive 15-20 minutes early to your events:

Morning Event:
Obstacle Course (4yo-10yo). 9:00AM-10:00AM

Beginners Forms (Kibon Only) Estimated Start Time ~10:00AM-10:45AM

Combination Kicks (Open to All age groups) Estimated Start Time
10:45AM-11:10AM

Power hand breaking (Open to All age groups) Estimated
Start Time 11:00AM-12:20PM

Afternoon Event: Lunch 12:30PM-1:00PM

Sport Poomsae (Black Belt only) Estimated Start Time 1:00PM

Traditional Poomsae (Taegeuk Only) Estimated Start Time 1:50PM

Open Form (Palgwe or Others) Estimated Start Time 3:00PM

Sparring (Open to All ranks and age groups) Estimated Start Time 4:00PM-4:45PM

Stanford Taekwondo Spring Open May 25th 2024
2024-05-24 - 2024-05-26
Stanford Taekwondo Spring Open May 25th 2024
Registrations must be approved by your coach.

TMA Students registrations are due 7/19
2024-07-19 - 2024-08-02
Reminders: All Students registrations (new and returning) are due on Friday 7/19.

2024 Summer Camp Registrations FULL (Closed)
2024-07-22 - 2024-08-10
TMA CAMPS 2024

Please register at the Front Desk at TMA or use the Camp Registration link below! Space is limited – Sign up soon!

TMA 2024 Summer Camp: <Cost $425/Week or $95/Day and $475 non-TMA> <Fees are Non-Refundable>

JUNE: (15hrs training units)
June 10th-14th @ 9AM-12PM Mon-Fri (Registration FULL)

June 17th-21st @ 9AM-12PM Mon-Fri (Registration FULL)
June 24th-28th @ 9AM-12PM Mon-Fri (Registration FULL)

Summer Recess: (1 week only) July 1th-July 6th – All classes resume on July 8th

JULY: (15hrs training units)
July 22nd-26th @ 9AM-12PM Mon-Fri (Registration FULL)
July 29th-Aug 2nd @ 9AM-12PM Mon-Fri (Registration FULL)

AUG: (15hrs training units)

Aug 5th-9th @ 9AM-12PM Mon-Fri (Registration FULL)

Please Bring:
–Your Favorite Snacks
Please note: (We have a friend who is allergic to peanuts – thank you for your consideration when you prepare your snack for the camp)
-Wear a Mask if you have allergies and are not able to control coughing.
-Bottle of Water
-Bring Sparring gear

TMA Seminar with Chosun University Poomsae Demo Team - (Cost: $80) Registration CLOSED
2024-08-01 - 2024-08-03
Hello Parents and Students,
We are very excited to host the Chosun University Poomsae Team for our seminar on Thursday Aug 1st at 7PM-9:00PM. (Cost $80)
Registration Closed

Black Belt Exam Sunday Sep 8th 2024
2024-09-08 - 2024-09-09
Meet at Graham Middle School
Running Exam 7:30AM-8:10AM (Bring proper running attire – no uniform)
-Graham Middle School (Mountain-View) Meet @ 7:30AM (Running Track)

3 miles/35 minutes 11yo and under
3 miles/30 minutes 12yo and above
Or Iron Tiger5 miles/50minutes (Please schedule with Master Hung)

Meet at Tiger Martial Arts Academy
11:00AM: Endurance/Strength Exam
Jr. Black Belts: Push Ups and Sit Ups 75 each
1st Degree Black Belts: Push Ups and Sit Ups 100 each
2nd Degree Black Belts: Push Ups and Sit Ups 125 each
3rd Degree Black Belts: Push Ups and Sit Ups 150 each

11:15AM: Poomsae Exam

Jr. Black Belts: Kibon 1-6, Taegeuk 1-8, Palgwe 1-8
1st Degree Black Belts: Kibon 1-6, Taegeuk 1-8, Palgwe 1-8, Kor
2nd Degree Black Belts: Kibon 1-6, Taegeuk 1-8, Palgwe 1-8, Kor, Keum
3rd Degree Black Belts: Kibon 1-6, Taegeuk 1-8, Palgwe 1-8, Kor, Keum, Tae

11 45AM: Sparring Exam

Jr. Black Belts: 2 Rounds 45 sec.
1st Degree Black Belts: 2 Rounds 60 sec.
2nd Degree Black Belts: 3 Rounds 60 sec.
3rd Degree Black Belts: 3 Rounds 60 sec, 1 Round Multiple Attacker 15 sec

-Students must show an understanding of reading distancing.
-Show control during the match without executing wild and random techniques.
-Show ability to nullify attacking techniques. i.e cut-kicks
-Show an understanding of setting up traps and counter techniques.
-Show an understanding of tactical positions from multiple attackers

LUNCH AND WRITTEN EXAM 11AM-12PM

12:00PM: Written Exam (Basic TKD Knowledge and Teaching Skills)
-Review vocabulary lists of Basic Stances, Kicks, Blocks, Strikes (Kor & Eng)
-Review list of key techniques for all forms.
-Review list of TMA warm ups, stretching techniques, line drills.
-Review TMA stripe requirements and school Protocols

1:00PM: BLACK BELT BREAKING EXAM 2022
Jr. Black Belts: Back Kick, Spin Heel Kick, Elbow Strike
1st Degree Black Belts: Tornado Kick, Spin Heel Kick, Elbow Strike
2nd Degree Black Belts: Spin Heel Kick, Jump Side Kick, Elbow Strike
3rd Degree Black Belts: Jump Back Kick, Jump Side Kick, Ridge Hand

Bay Area Open 2024
2024-09-14 - 2024-09-15 | Independence High School, 1776 Educational Park Dr., San Jose, CA, 95133, United States

UC Davis Fall Open Sunday 11/24
2024-11-24 - 2024-11-25
UC Davis Open Sunday 11/24 (Final Event for Fall 2024)

University Credit Union Center
750 Orchard Rd, Davis, CA 95616

ACCESS TO TMA TEAM ONLY

ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY: www.fallopen.tourneyreg.net

Deadline to Early Registration is This Sun Nov 10th

Deadline to Late Registration is Sun Nov 17th

MLK Day All Classes active for Mon 1/20
2025-01-20 - 2025-01-21 | TMA Sunnyvale, 1111 W. El Camino Real Ste#117, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087, United States
TMA will be in session on Monday, Jan 20th and are optional in observance of MLK Day – Students who are not available will have an excused absence.

TMA TEAM TRIALS 01/24 Fri 6:45PM-7:45PM
2025-01-24 - 2025-01-25 | TMA Sunnyvale, 1111 W. El Camino Real Ste#117, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087, United States
TMA Team Trials 1/24 6:45PM-7:45PM
TMA will demonstrate strong control of fundamental techniques. i.e -Front Kick/Eye Position, Round House Kick/Hybrid Version and Side Kick/Full Balanced Chambers & Execution.
– All Required Poomsae based on Rank
TMA Competition Event: <Spring Season 2025>

USA Dream Open Sat Jan 25th 2025 (Optional)
Independence High School 617 N. Jackson Ave, CA 95133
Registration: Deadline Wed Jan 22nd 11:59PM
https://www.ez-events.com/events/usadreamopen2025/registrations/competitor

-Please register and focus on Traditional forms (Poomsae) Taegeuk for your level
-Please register and focus on Open forms (Poomsae) Palgwe for your level

-If there is a power hand board break event- this could be a fun division for TMA competitors.

-Tiger Martial Arts Open Sunday TBA

–AAU Taekwondo Super Regional Qualifiers March 1st 2025
San Jose Convention Center
South Hall (435 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113

-UC OPEN (University of California Berkeley) March 8th
Keeberger Field House – Recreational Sport Facility
230 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94720

–Santa Cruz Open Taekwondo Championship March 15th 2025

–California State Championships March 28-30th
Friday 3/28/25 All Poomsae Competition
Fresno Convention Center
700 M Street Fresno, CA 93721

–TC TKD Open Taekwondo Championship May 17th 2025
McEnery Convention Center (South Hall)
435 South Market Street, San jose, CA

-USA TAEKWONDO NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS JULY 23rd-27th
ONTARIO CA

USA Dream Open Taekwondo Championships - (TMA TEAM ONLY) Jan 25th 2025
2025-01-25 - 2025-01-26
USA Dream Open Taekwondo Championships – Saturday Jan 25th 2025 (Regional Competitive Event)
Student Registration: <LAST DAY TO REGISTER WED 1/22>
https://www.ez-events.com/events/usadreamopen2025/registrations/competitor
LOCATION:
INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL
617 North Jackson Ave, San Jose CA, 95133

UC Open (UC Berkeley) TKD Championship
2025-03-08 - 2025-03-09 | Kleeberger Field House, UC Berkeley, Kleeberger Field House, Berkeley, CA, 94720, United States
2025 UC Open (UC BERKELEY) March 8th (Registration Below – QR Code)

Kleeberger Field House: Recreation Sports Facility 2301 Bancroft Way Berkeley CA 94720
Deadline to register is March 3rd 11:59PM

Recommended division: (Cost $100 First event/Additional +$25)
Traditional Poomsae: Taegeuk forms – Judging criteria includes Technique, Sports Poomsae
Open Poomsae: Palgwe & others – Judging criteria includes Technique, Power, Focus, Rhythm, Grace & Beauty
Power Breaking: Judging criteria includes Technique, Power, Focus, # of Boards Achieved
Combination Kicks: Judging criteria includes Technique, Power, Focus, Rhythm, Grace & Beauty

2025 Santa Cruz Open March 15th Reg. Deadline 3.12.25 11:59pm
2025-03-15 - 2025-03-16 | Watsonville High School, 250 E. Beach St. Watsonville, Santa Cruz, CA, 95076, United States
2025 Santa Cruz Open March 15th (No membership requirements)

Registration: https://www.ez-events.com/events/santacruzopen2025/registrations/competitor
Location: Watsonville High School 250 E. Beach St. Watsonville CA 95076
Deadline to register is March 12th

Recommended division: (~$120 First event/Additional +$20)
Poomsae: Taegeuk forms – Judging criteria includes Technique, Sports Poomsae
Open Poomsae: Palgwe & others – Judging criteria includes Technique, Power, Focus, Rhythm, Grace & Beauty
Power Breaking: Judging criteria includes Technique, Power, Focus, # of Boards Achieved
Mixed Teams: Judging criteria includes Technique, Power, Focus, Rhythm, Grace & Beauty

California State Championships March 28-30th 2025
2025-03-28 - 2025-03-30
2025 California State Open March 28-30th
ALL Poomsae Division start @ 3PM Fri March 28th
(USAT membership required (~$80) https://auth.sport80.com/saml/login?
Deadline to register is Feb 21st

Recommended division: (~$125 First event)
Poomsae: Taegeuk forms – Judging criteria includes Technique, Sports Poomsae
Registration must be approved by your coach.

Tiger Martial Arts Championship 2025 Sunday TBA
2025-04-06 - 2025-04-07
Tiger Martial Arts Championships 2025 Sunday TBA
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE COMPETITION PACKET

Tiger Claw Elite TKD Championships May 17th 2025 Register by 5/1/25
2025-05-17 - 2025-05-18 | McEnery Convention Center, 150 West San Carlos St., San Jose, CA, 95113, United States
2025 Tiger Claw Elite TKD Championships May 17th

Location:
Mcenery Convention Center (South Hall)
435 South Market St. San Jose CA 95113

TMA Recommendations:

Obstacle Course:
7yo under, 8-9yo, 10-11yo

Regular Poomsae:
Taegeuk Forms

Open Poomsae:
Palgwe Forms

Registration: <Deadline May 1st @ 11:59PM>
https://www.ez-events.com/events/tigerclawopen2025/registrations/competitor

Registration must approved by your coach.

Memorial Weekend: No Classes Sat 5/24- Mon 5/26
2025-05-24 - 2025-05-27
Memorial Weekend: No Classes Sat 5/24- Mon 5/26 – All Classes resume on Tuesday 5/27

TMA Midsummer Recess: No Classes on Mon 6/30-7/05 - All classes resume Mon July 7th
2025-06-30 - 2025-07-06
TMA will not be in session from Monday June 30th – July 5th only. All classes will resume on Mon July 7th.

No Class Labor Day 9/1 -All Classes resume Tue 9/2
2025-09-01 - 2025-09-02
No Classes 9/1 Labor Day Holiday – All Classes resume Tuesday 9/2

Halloween 10/31/2025 - No Class 6:00PM and 7:00PM classes
2025-10-31 - 2025-11-01
Friday 3:30PM, 4:10PM and 5:00PM class Active ONLY
Halloween Schedule 6:00PM and 7:00PM classes rescheduled for Sat 11:30AM-12:20PM and 12:30PM-1:30PM class

Thanksgiving Recess Wed 11/26 - Sun 11/30. All classes resume Mon 12/2
2025-11-26 - 2025-12-01
TMA will not be in session from Wed 11/26 – Sun 11/30 . All classes Resume Mon 12/01

TMA Winter Recess - All classes resume Mon Jan 5 2026. Happy Holidays!
2025-12-22 - 2026-01-05
TMA Winter Holiday Schedule:
No Classes 12/22-01/04
All TMA classes start on Monday Jan 5th 2026
Have a safe and Happy Holidays!!!

TMA Winter Camp Dec 29th-Jan 2nd 9AM-12PM (2025-26)
2025-12-29 - 2026-01-02
TMA Winter Camp Dec 29th-Jan2nd – Registration at TMA wed.
Cost: $435/week or $120/day
Registration Open
