First-class nerves are normal, for kids and for adults. Knowing what will happen takes most of the worry away, so here is a walk-through of a free trial class at World Class Tae Kwon Do.
Before you arrive
Wear comfortable athletic clothes. Students train barefoot, so no special shoes are needed. Arrive about 10 minutes early so we can say hello, answer questions and show you where to sit. Parents are welcome in the viewing area for the whole class.
A one-on-one start
New students, especially adults and older kids, typically begin with a short one-on-one session with a black belt instructor. You learn how to bow in, a basic stance, a block and a kick or two, and the instructor gets a feel for your current fitness and any goals you have. Nobody is thrown straight into a group and asked to keep up.
Joining the class
Then you join the regular class for your age group. A typical class runs like this:
- Bow-in and warm-up. Stretching, light cardio and a moment to focus.
- Basics. Stances, blocks, strikes and kicks, repeated with feedback.
- Drills and games. Target kicking, partner drills and, for kids, activities that make repetition fun.
- Forms or self-defense. Depending on the day, a piece of a form (poomsae) or a self-defense technique.
- Bow-out. A short review, a word about the life skill of the week and a bow.
Little Tigers classes are 30 minutes, Kids classes 40 and Teen & Adult classes 45.
What we are looking for (and what we are not)
We are not evaluating talent. We are looking for effort and attitude, and we expect a first-timer to be a little lost. Our instructors are experts at helping a nervous child relax and a self-conscious adult forget who is watching.
After class
We will talk about how it went and answer questions about programs, the schedule and membership options. There is no pressure and no obligation. If it felt right, we will help you pick a regular class time; if you need to think about it, that is fine too.
Reserve your free trial class or call (630) 870-9293.
Ready to see the difference for yourself? World Class Tae Kwon Do serves Naperville, Aurora and the Fox Valley from our school on Route 59. Explore our Kids Martial Arts program, then claim a free trial class or call (630) 870-9293.