The R.A.D. program is designed to teach kids respect and discipline through the use of martial arts. The kids will learn the basic Taekwondo curriculum, which focuses on proper kicking techniques, blocks and punches. They will also learn how to focus (an important skill which transfers to their ability to do schoolwork), how to set and achieve goals (a skill which well serve them well in numerous areas throughout their lives, teaching them the value of never giving up), and how to develop better coordination. In addition, they will learn how to defend themselves, as R.A.D. will give them the confidence they need to deal with the bullies who are, unfortunately, a major issue in schools today.
In our quest to teach kids respect and discipline through Taekwondo, we have developed the "3 C" approach:
