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Taekwondo Kickstarters is a fun and engaging program that introduces children of all abilities to the dynamic world of martial arts. Children learn the fundamental skills of taekwondo - strength, agility and coordination in a safe and fun environment while exploring this curriculum aligned program.

This exciting new program gives children a fun, first taekwondo experience and encourages children to develop confidence, focus and physical discipline which they can apply in all areas of their lives.

Primary school students benefit from developing and exploring fundamental movement skills and expanding their physical literacy. We believe that this focus supports whole-of-child development and movement for life. Taekwondo is uniquely positioned to deliver on these benefits through the Taekwondo Kickstarters program which focuses on:

  • Teaching introductory taekwondo techniques and learning about the martial art
  • Promoting curriculum-aligned activities that are inclusive and ensures students are physically active
  • Highlighting positive messages targeting social and emotional development
  • Developing students' self-esteem, concentration, focus and discipline
  • Most importantly, cultivating a fun and safe experience for all students!TKD

“Taekwondo offers all the same fun and fitness as many other sports but it is underpinned by a series of tenets that form a whole approach to life. They include courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit.”

Ben Exton, Participation Manager, Australian Taekwondo

Taekwondo Kickstarters

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Taekwondo Kickstarters is a modified taekwondo program for primary school students,  developed in collaboration with industry experts and aligned to the Australian Curriculum.

The purpose of Taekwondo Kickstarters is to:

  • Give children a fun, first taekwondo experience that gets students moving and creates a strong attachment to the martial art
  • Create a consistent program experience by supporting coaches with easy-to-deliver lessons and supporting resources
  • Offer an attractive taekwondo program for schools that aligns to curriculum outcomes.

Schools can choose from:

  • Taekwondo Kickstarters - Onsite Coaching (Face 2 Face)
  • Taekwondo Kickstarters - Online Delivery (Virtual Coach)
  • Taekwondo Kickstarters - Teacher Delivered

Please book your coach delivered program 7-10 days in advance of your first session.

Taekwondo Kickstarters is accessible Australia wide, with virtual delivery options available for regional and remote areas.

Equipment

The Taekwondo Kickstarters programs can be conducted without specialist equipment. However, items like cones (markers), mitts (focus pads), taekwondo paddles/clappers, and shields can enhance program delivery.

Please be aware that boxing gloves are not used, and Doboks (taekwondo uniform) are not required. Schools can purchase Taekwondo Kickstarters equipment directly online via Australian Taekwondo.

TeachersCoaches Coaching providers

Teachers can deliver taekwondo in Sporting Schools by meeting the requirements below:

Teachers can complete these courses by booking a teacher delivered package via the Sporting Schools Booking System.

To become a coach and deliver taekwondo in Sporting Schools please ensure you are working towards the following requirements:

In locations where Taekwondo Instructors or teachers cannot deliver the program, Australian Taekwondo has developed a Community Coach Accreditation stream. The requirements for this include:

Sporting Schools is an Australia-wide program in partnership with over 30 national sporting organisations (NSO), of which Australian Taekwondo is one.

All Australian Taekwondo Sporting Schools programs are facilitated through Australian Taekwondo's affiliated clubs.

For further information please contact Australian Taekwondo.

Australian Taekwondo Resources

Visit the Australian Taekwondo website for program model, handbook, and curriculum overview downloads. Full curriculum, lesson plans, and additional materials for program delivery are also available.

Australian Taekwondo

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Phone: 1300 785 707
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