Academy of Life and Leadership Taekwondo

Happy National Siblings Day!

Parents Night Out 3rd Saturday of each month
Saturday, April 19
Monthly on the third Saturday
YAY! Parent’s Night Out – Kids Night In!
Tired of the same old weekend routine? Need a night off to relax, go on a date, or hang with friends?
We’ve got you covered!

While you enjoy your night out, your kids will have a BLAST with us:
Martial arts fun (no experience needed!)
Games, food, and awesome friends
Learning life skills like respect & confidence in a high-energy, safe environment

📅 When: Every 3rd Saturday of the month
🕠 Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
📍 Where: A.L.L. TKD @ Chapel Hills Mall (Elite Location near Dick's & Food Court)
📞 Phone: 719-260-4700
👦👧 Who: Ages 4–13 — and YES, friends are welcome!

💸 Cost:
$25 Early Bird (Sign up 1 month in advance)
$30 Regular (Sign up by Wednesday before event)
$40 Last Minute (Thursday–Saturday before event)

🎁 Invite a Friend New to Parent's Night Out or Taekwondo and They Pay HALF!
Use code HALFPRICE3 at checkout.
Register here: bit.ly/alltkdevents

👨‍👩‍👧 Families save too: First 2 kids full price, then HALF OFF each additional child. Use HALFPRICE3 for your 3rd+ participant.

✅ What to Bring:
A water bottle
Your best energy & biggest smile!

🎯 Don’t wait – spots fill fast! Sign up today and let your kids enjoy a night of fun, fitness, and friendship while you enjoy a night to yourself.

2025 Summer Camps 10 weeks
Weekly on Monday, 10 times
1-10 Weeks of Summer Camp!
Use this link to reserve your spot today!
http://bit.ly/alltkdevents
Ages: 5 to 13 Friends are welcome too! Limited spots available so hurry to save your spot.
When: Summer: June, July, August
Camp Hours: 8:30am to 3pm (Early drop off and late pick up available upon request) $25 early drop off or late pick up for the week
Where: Chapel Hills Mall (Note: drop off/pick up at the Elite Location by Dick's Sporting Goods and the Food Court)
SAVE by Reserving your spot Today!

Cost: Normal Price: $269/week

Current Presale Price: $189/ Receive 10% off if you Pay in Full

Pricing Structure: Pay in Full Price = 10% off
April = $229
May= $249
June = $269
Use this link to sign up today!
http://bit.ly/alltkdevents

If you are a parent of a child between the ages of 5 - 13, who wants your child to have tons of FUN, while staying active physically and mentally with a bonus of developing an Olympic Champion Mindset then check out our SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM.

You and your child will absolutely LOVE this FUN, FRIENDLY, & SAFE summer camp! We know how important it is for you to know that your child is in a bully-free and structured camp with coaches who have been trained to make sure your child's experience is amazing!
We are a Summer Camp dedicated to helping your child become his/her best through developing Focus, Confidence, Respect, & Fitness through martial arts, acrobatics, teamwork, games, and much more. We are more than just a babysitter, we are a partner of yours in growing and reinforcing life skills in an effective and FUN way your children will remember. Your children will take part in unique learning experiences, innovative activities and experience the perfect combination of play and learning.

Below is a sample of some of our Summer Camp Themes!
Week 1 (June 2-6): Superhero Training Academy
Week 2 (June 9-13): Time Travel Expedition
Week 3 (June 16-20): Mad Lab Science Camp
Week 4 (June 23-27): Jedi Training Academy
Week5 (June 30-July 3)[*Note 4 days-: excludes July 4] Jurassic Park
Week 6 (July 7-11): Water Wonders
Week 7 (July 14-18): Frontier Adventure Camp
Week 8 (July 21-25): Secret Agent Camp
Week 9 (July 28-Aug 1): Sports Explorer Camp
Week 10 (Aug 4-8): Enchanted Adventures Camp
*dates and week themes -subject to change if needed due to weather.*

1-10 Full Weeks of Summer Camp!
Use this link to reserve your spot today!
http://bit.ly/alltkdevents

If you have any questions, call 719-260-4700 or Email: [email protected]

Some of the activities that will enhance your child's summer camp experience ...

Physical Fun
Camp days are filled with fun structured physical games, that build on martial art fundamentals. Coordination, Quickness & Conditioning drills improving multi-sport abilities, as well as acrobatics & gymnastics w/a martial art twist.

Martial Arts, Acrobatics, & Gymnastics
Invaluable traditional benefits including focus, confidence, respect for oneself and others, Safety Awareness and Self Defense, Fun Focus Drills that help with improving school grades and relationships.

Arts, Crafts & Chill
Days are strategically slowed for creative time with varied arts & crafts, reading, and relaxation, International Language Fun opportunities, Science Experiments

Olympic Mindset Development from an Olympian & World Medalists
Fun Drills and Skills empowering students with the 4 D's of a Champion Mindset: Desire, Discipline, Dedication, and Determination. Communication Activities that will improve relationships with parents, siblings, and friends.

Excursions & Performers
We break the bounds of our four walls by bringing in awesome fun & exciting guest entertainers.

Safe & Professional
Trained, professional, and dedicated staff that are committed to creating an awesome camp experience.

Positive Environment
Everything at ALLTKD starts with positivity...We believe... you are who you hang out with and you develop those habits of those you hang out with. We also believe.. It is not if challenges happen in life, but what we do with those challenges that make a difference. Therefore, it is important to focus on the positive and solutions of life and create good habits and then share that positivity on to with our community around us.

Reserve your spot Today!

http://bit.ly/alltkdevents
Email: [email protected]

Call: 719-260-4700

Happy Motivational Monday and World Health Day!

Today, it seems natural to talk about mental health, and I thought this is a great quote to start off with.

Many times, in a awful way, we discover that our greatest enemy is ourselves. We may get discouraged, and it may create a realm in which negative self-talk blooms. But I want you to remember, our circumstances do not define us. What truly defines us is how we react to these negative occurrences.

Let's try an example.

You get up and see dim light peeking through your curtains.
You go to wash your face and the cold water makes you shiver.
You go to make some coffee and the coffee beans and water are empty so you fill them up.

These are examples of the facts surrounding your morning. However I am going to guess that most of you had a negative reaction to these facts. It was early, the cold water made you cold, the lack of coffee beans mad you grumble.

What if your reaction was this: You woke up to see the light and realized that you could have a quiet house to yourself. You splashed water on your face and felt invigorated. The coffee pot was ready for fresh beans and fresh water and you made yourself a delicious cup of coffee.

That second scenario makes me feel ready for my day! the "facts" didn't change, just our perception of them. Control how your mind perceives your surroundings, and you will find strength.

Have you turned a situation around simply by changing your mindset?

What are a few thing that Self-Control can help you with? Focusing on what you can control is a great beginning to self-control

Happy Motivational Monday!

I hope this month's examination of Integrity has been helpful. When we look at the qualities of a good student, these values often transfer well from one sport to another. But I find them to be particularly important in martial arts when your biggest challenge may be commanding yourself.

Integrity, whether sown for yourself or for others, is a foundational element, being the bedrock of you and how you will behave. Demonstrating integrity starts, of course, with yourself. Being true to yourself, speaking the truth, and acting with integrity are all the bedrock on which you will build your foundations.

"To thine own self be true." -Shakespeare ("Hamlet", Spoken by Polonius to Laertes)

The “four Cs”: of Integrity are: commitment, congruence, consistency and coherence.
As we close out the month of March-what is the one thing you learned about integrity?

This powerful quote is often at the foundation of our understanding of the word "Integrity". It's one of the first things someone will say when we ask for the definition.

To act with integrity not only means to do the right thing when it is asked of you, but to do the right thing all the time, regardless of who is around you. To a child, the concept might be explained by saying "What would you do if your mom was watching you?". As an adult, we may swear on a bible and say "So help me God."

This quote implies that our sense of morality might change based on who is with us, While peer pressure is a huge factor, what does it say about us if we were to act differently on our own? Is our morality so flimsy a thing?

How we act, how we behave, what we think is right and wrong, those are our own views of morality. In many ways, they shouldn't vary that much. Society sets rules and laws for how we should behave. Your community also sets these expectations.

In our dojang, we have expectations. We take our shoes off and we bow when we step onto the mat. When we see our Grand Master, we bow and say "Hello Ma'am!'. When we see someone who outranks us or is older than us, we bow and say "Hello!" to show them respect.

We SHOULD always do this. But sometimes we may be tired, or feel lazy, or may not be acting like a 10 kid. What then? That's where a sense of Integrity comes in. It means using your sense of right and wrong to guide you, no matter who is around, or how you may feel that day. It means setting the example. It means BEING the example.

It means doing the right thing. Period.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

I searched specifically for an Irish quote about integrity, and this one stood out. This proverb focuses on the importance to speak and communicate honestly, and that in turn contributes to our ideas about Integrity.

There are a number of sayings that reflect our want to believe what people say.

"You can take me at my word."
"My word is my bond."

“People with integrity do what they say they are going to do. Others have excuses.” -Dr. Laura Schlessinger

“Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love.” - Miguel Angel Ruiz

But this Irish proverb has a little more oomph.

Do what you say, and say what you mean. Show YOUR Integrity.

Pull our those bootcut jeans and your crimper!

It's National Retro Day!

Stay groovy, Friends!!

You may have heard the adage that forgiveness is not for the forgiven, that it is for the forgiver. I think the same can be said of Compassion.

When we offer compassion, we often gloss over others imperfections, allowing them to be themselves and not passing judgement. When we do this for others, it can allow us to show our own failings and shortcomings the same loving kindness. It's part of the reason that we feel seen when someone is vulnerable with us about their own struggles.

That's what compassion does. The next time you offer someone a kind word, I want you to remember to also do that for yourself.

"Oh, It's so hard to get everything done! No one expects you to be perfect."- Remember to forgive yourself for your imperfections.

"Mama, you are doing a great job."- Remember to praise yourself.

"I love seeing you out there on the mat trying so hard! Don't give up!"- Remember to praise yourself and your own perseverance.

What is a word of encouragement that YOU need to hear? Tell someone, and then tell yourself.

Happy President's Day!

We don't have classes today, so enjoy your day off!! Spend time with the family, practice some tricks, or enjoy a good book!

If you normally take Monday classes, feel free to join us either tomorrow (Tuesday) or Saturday to make it up. See you soon!

The Parents Night out is still on for tonight, if you are unable to make it, please contact Master Kunkel or Mr. Garret.

The Ladies Night is still on for tonight at 5:30, if you signed up for it and are unable to make it, please call or text Master Kunkel or Ms. Tinker. If you didn't sign up but want to come, please call or text one of us, we would love to have you.

Compassion isn't only a luxury that we afford others. Compassion should be practiced first and foremost to ourselves. Because compassion is a gift for others, and even more so, a gift for ourselves.

Let's break it down. Face it, it takes a lot of energy to be angry. It takes a lot to be mean and unkind, but sometimes we feel that we have been wronged or offended. We may feel it in our hearts. You can probably imagine this feeling right now. It feels tight, it feels wrong. It makes you clench your jaw.

Now imagine that you have forgiven someone. Maybe you aren't forgiving their actions, but you have made a conscious decision to let go of the anger, maybe to just let go, whether they disserve it or not. Who is that forgiveness for?

Answer- YOU.

Forgiving is for you. It's to allow you to gain closure, to release the anger and the hurt, to not allow them to hurt you again, so that you can keep them at arms distance. Can you feel that in your heart? It feels lighter, happier.

Re-read these words. And give yourself some compassion.

Douglas MacArthur was a top commander, serving during WWI, WWII and the Korean War. He served the US in a variety of military positions, and even served on the Olympic Committee.

Here he reminds us that compassion is a strength.

Compassion is not simply listening to people, but hearing them with your heart. In many ways, it is easy to be mean. To offer kindness takes a lot more self-awareness and heart. Compassion is not easy. It often means being uncomfortable, feeling other's pain and agitation. But on the other person's side, imagine the relief of being seen, of being heard.

As we work with one another in taekwondo, let us remember to offer compassion as we learn together. Self-defense can be scary, and we should try to be gently with one another. When someone is struggling to learn a form, let us lead with compassion and not judgement. this is part of the reason Praise- Challenge- Praise works so well. Praising the effort opens our hearts to hear the challenge and accept what we have done well, but also what we need to work on.

This month, listen with your heart.