On Saturday, June 14th, 2008, Moo Duk Kwan Martial Arts LLC hosted its first Black Belt test on the floor of the new school.

Nine long-time students participated in a grueling 9-hour exam and everyone came out relatively unscathed in the end. We now have some very excited new First Degree Black Belts within the Tae Kwon Do Moo Duk Kwan USA association!

Black Belts from all over came to support the students throughout their exam, including Master Blair's instructor Grand Master Eugene Perceval. At the end of the test, Grand Master Perceval spoke to the Black Belts about his own history in the martial arts and then everyone was honored to be present as he announced that Master Blair has been promoted to 8th Dan!

Congratulations to Master Blair and all of the new Black Belts!

Go Moo Duk Kwan!

You'll learn quickly that I spend a good deal of time researching different aspects of the martial arts along with a number of health and fitness topics.

The other day I covered the subject of EFT and Tapping on my personal blog at fgblair dot com.

Tapping is described as a way to relieve both physical and emotional pain and discomfort. I've been practicing the technique for a couple of weeks now and have had great results.

Check out my blog for more information or visit www.tapping.com to see a free video of how to apply the technique to yourself. It's worth checking out.

I think many school owners and instructors have gotten away from the teaching or instructing side of martial arts. Some seem to be more concerned about their testing numbers and fees rather than are their students comprehending and executing techniques properly. We were actually told by a former school owner to NOT retest anybody. This person didn't want the parents upset because then they would pull their children out of class and he would loose money. I couldn't believe this. Did I say FORMER?

Moo Duk Kwan Martial Arts in Runnemede NJ is now accepting registrations for the next Women's Fitness Boxing class!

Experience a great cardio workout while learning the basics of boxing! Beyond tae-bo! In this result producing, 6-week, no contact program you will experience a female-focused, practical, and body-shaping workout. Get in shape before spring! Bring your friends and share your newfound confidence together while getting in shape and feeling great!

Dress code: Comfortable clothing such as shorts or sweatpants.

Women must be 18 or older to participate.

Classes will run on Monday evenings from 8:15pm - 9:15pm.
Monday, February 25, 2008 - Monday, March 31, 2008

Cost: $150 plust tax (includes gloves)

Moo Duk Kwan Martial Arts
Located in the Runnemede Plaza
835 E. Clements Bridge Road
Runnemede, NJ 08078
856-939-1130
www.ultimatemdk.com
moodukkwaninfo@gmail.com

I had been without a school to call home for some time now and just this past week I ran across my instructors wife while waiting at the red box...What was funny is that i didn't even say hi..I just said..I need  Mr. Franks number....I was to excited to be proper!...I had lost touch of my intructor since i had a really bad leg injury that put me out for months and he had moved and chnaged his numbers. anyway...so i just checked out the new school which is going on 2 yrs established and it awesome!...10,000 sq ft and enough equipment we could open a retail store. Once i get my camera i'll make sure to get some pics on here for everyone!

I hung out yesterday at the school helping paint and move some thing s around as they are still working on the space and have already been appointed demo team Captin!..who hoo..This is gona be a great year!

Welcome to the new site...if you are just getting here..there is really not much to see since i just flipped the switch on new years..BUT this does not mean you can not start to use it. Please feel free to signup and submit articles, blogs, videos, pictures ect.. If you are hosting any type of event just let me know. I am also thinking of doing a school directory.