Upcoming Events
| Date | Event | Location | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 22 | Florida Cup | Miami, FL | Miami Springs Recreation Dept 1401 Westward Dr Miami Springs, FL 33166 | Local Competition |
| March 23 | AAU Florida Qualifier | Miami, FL | Miami Springs Recreation Dept 1401 Westward Dr Miami Springs, FL 33166 | Local Competition |
| March, 28 | USA Taekwondo Florida Qualifier | Sarasota, FL | 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, Florida, United States of America, 34237 | State Competitiion |
| April 12 | Belt Promotion | Bird Ludlam | Flagship Dojo: 6840 SW 40 ST, Suite 211A, Miami, FL, 33156 | Testing Day |
| May 16-18 | 2025 US American Open East | Greater Richmond Convention Center - Richmond, Virginia | 403 N. 3rd St. Richmond, VA 23219 | Regional Competition |
| July 23-27 | 2025 US National Championships | Ontario Convention Center - Ontario, California | 2000 E. Convention Center Way Ontario, CA 91764 | National Competition |
| Sep 05-07 | 2025 US Season Finals | Ocean Center Convention Center - Daytona Beach, Fl | 101 N. Atlantic Avenue Daytona Beach, FL 32118 | National Competition |
Learning more about TKD events
Taekwondo events are vibrant and exciting. Taekwondo is one of the safest combat sports in the world, because combines the usage of safety gear and professional supervision. Besides the athletic benefits of the sport, during tournaments the students learn the value of friendship and fair-play. There are different type of events:
- Testing Day: It is an event where the students get promoted to the next belt. Because the students need to show their skills, testing Days are good opportunity to learn about the different competition styles.
- Scrimmage: It is a local school gathering. It is a good opportunity to practice the skills because it gives the student plenty of "sparring time"
- Local tournament: It is an organized event with formal rules and referees. It is a good opportunity to get inspired and get ready for the big league. You can participate in sparring, poomsae and breaking. Some local tournaments have points that get into the athlete's record.
- National or International tournament: It is an organized event sanctioned by a federation or a recognized entity (USA TKD, AAU, PATU, Truescore). It allows athletes to accumulate points for the national or international ranking.
- Seminar:
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Getting ready for your next event
Before registering for an event, make sure to talk to your instructor or Master for the appropriate recommendation. Once your child earns a yellow belt, they will be ready for sparring training, and sparring gear will be available for purchase. The Master may also offer sparring gear to lower belts who have demonstrated the necessary skills.
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
- WE Martial Arts Uniform. Replacements: https://square.link/u/Bd7DFyo9
- Solid Color Belt: Yellow, Green, Blue, Red or Black. Replacements: https://square.link/u/TK69H4os
- Sparring Gloves: Use the ones that came on your sparring bag. Replacements: https://square.link/u/EX2DEbGv
- Sparring Helmet: Use the one that came on your sparring bag. Replacement: https://square.link/u/fNnfOPSp
- Mouth guard: Only white or transparent. https://a.co/d/8BAVsbf
- Mouth guard for athletes with braces. Only white or transparent: https://a.co/d/eIOfT6e
- Groin protection. Use the one that came on your sparring bag. Replacement:: https://square.link/u/rj4mZuQw
- Shin Guard: Use the ones that came on your sparring bag. Replacements: https://square.link/u/Fm9siPLn
- Arm & elbow guard: Use the ones that came on your sparring bag. Replacement: https://square.link/u/r0ombAAL
- For USATKD sanctioned events bring a Valid ID: It can be school ID, state issued ID, GAL, passport, or birth certificate.
- Socks with sensors: For competition you must use Daedo or KPNP. This is normally a requirement for higher belts. Check with us before making any purchase. Daedo: https://bit.ly/3M0SqjB
- Athletes with glasses may use contact lenses with a doctor's prescription.
NO MANDATORY, BUT REQUIRED FOR OUR COMPETITION TEAM (YAOP PROGRAM)
- White Jacket – Embroidered with WE Martial Arts Logo. https://square.link/u/YzKtV0cm
- Water bottle: Any of your preference
- Backpack for your equipment: https://square.link/u/YcWO3kQY
- Flip Flops or crocs: Take your flip flops or crocs for competition day.
THE DAY OF THE COMPETITION
- Make sure you check all the list above and that you have all the equipment and documents with you.
- Label or mark your equipment.
- Pack a healthy snack. Pack enough for 8 hours. We suggest protein bars, nuts, fruits, and a healthy sandwich.
- Remember to cut your nails. It is mandatory by the federations.
- Do not wear hair pins or jewelry. It is not allowed by the federations.
- Have your uniform and equipment clean.
- If you have long hair, remember that you must have your hair in a ponytail. You cannot use hair pins. Remember that for Poomsae, presentation counts on your score.
- Show a courteous attitude and always pick up your equipment and garbage.
- Enjoy your experience!
TIPS FOR PARENTS
- Competitions are exciting and full of adrenaline, and sometimes a little bit chaotic. If this is your first competition please have in mind that we strongly recommend our athletes to support each other during the entire competition, but this could be exhausting for little kids, so please plan accordingly for you and your family members.
- Plan accordingly for snacks and food as sometimes the options available nearby are not healthy choices.
- We strongly promote independence, but is important to help your kid check the competition list twice.