McMinnville Taekwondo

Here is a fascinating article on "The Physics of Karate."

Coming up: Vernonia Tournament! We and the Forest Grove Dojang are hosting the next tournament February 20, in Vernonia, Oregon. Don't miss this one. All proceeds will go to the Vernonia School District, which is still trying to recover from devastating flooding. Click here for a larger image of poster. If you are a new student, we highly recommend that you at least go and watch. Participation in a tournament is an excellent way to meet new friends, get contact with the students and black belts from other Kim's schools, to hone your skills in a competition environment, and to find out that there is no limit to your courage. When: Feb. 20, 2010, starts at noon. Where: Vernonia High School, Vernonia, OR 97064 Directions: try google maps , or simply take Highway 47 north to Vernonia. The highway passes through Banks, joins Hwy 26 for a few miles, then diverts north at Staley's Junction. Follow Hwy 47 for about fifteen miles after the junction. As you come into town,...

Board holders are hard to find, even on the internet. Here is an inexpensive model, $70. It is quickly adaptable to various sized boards, can be easily adjusted for height with one hand, and can be held by one person, even a child, while someone practices breaking boards. Currently posted on Craigslist under Portland, OR sporting goods. Search "board holder, one hand."