bbadmin Kim’s Academy cookouts are returning to the Main School after April and October tests!
| When: |
Saturday, April 15th, 2023 after Black Belt test at approximately 3pm. |
| Where: | Kim’s Academy Main School 1617 South Longfellow Wichita, KS 67207 |
| Who: | All Kim’s Academy students and families |
| What to bring: | Bring a side dish to share. It’s a potluck! |
| Drinks will be provided by KABBA. |
Kim’s Academy Students,
Remember, participation in demos and events is part of your progression in rank! If you can participate please arrive by 10:15am. Look for the Kim’s Academy flag at the booth located near the corner of St. Francis and Douglas. Bring a water bottle, shoes, belt, and wear you dobak.
If you have any questions please contact Mr. McKinney by phone or text at 316-641-3010, by email at kickutkd@gmail.com. You can find information on following CDC guidelines here.
| When: | November 5th, 2022 from 11:00am – 3:00pm (Your assigned time will be emailed after registration.) |
| Where: | Kim’s Academy Main School 1617 South Longfellow Wichita, KS 67207 |
| Cost: | $10 Entry Fee Per Competitor |
| Eligibility: | All Belt Ranks and Ages |
Sparring Classes return to the Main School starting June 18th, 2022. Students interested in participating are NOT required to make a class reservation beforehand. The training will be led by Junior Master Alex Stadler, 4th Dan.
| When: | Starting Saturday, June 18th, 2022 from 11:00am – 12:30pm |
| Where: | Kim’s Academy Main School 1617 South Longfellow Wichita, KS 67207 |
| Cost: | Free |
| Eligibility: | All Kim’s Academy Belt Ranks |
| Sparring Gear | Please bring your own sparring gear. |
Grandmaster Kim has decided to remove the requirement for students to reserve a space at Black Belt or Family Classes.
Please note: Students will still be required to wear a mask while in class until further notice!
As students progress to black belt, one of your responsibilities is to hold boards at belt tests and in class. KABBA is offering this workshop to help students learn and improve their board holding skills. This class is targeted to those students who haven’t yet had a lot of practice or don’t yet feel comfortable holding boards, but who are willing to hold boards for others at tests or class. Newly promoted black belts are encouraged to attend so that you can hold boards at upcoming tests.
The training will be led by Master Alicia Looney, 6th Dan. Download a flyer for the event here.
| When: | Saturday, June 25th, 2022 from 1pm – 2:30pm |
| Where: | Kim’s Academy Main School 1617 South Longfellow Wichita, KS 67207 |
| Cost: | Free |
| Eligibility: |
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| Registration: | Online only; limited to 20 total attendees. Click here to register. |
| COVID Notes: | Masks are required at all times. |
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This training will provide insights and techniques to help improve your poomsae performance. Whether you want to improve for competition, demonstrations, or testing; this training is for you. The training is appropriate for all red belt and black belt levels, including advanced students and masters. The training helps strengthen fundamental understanding of poomsae techniques and concepts and provides participants with tools to continue improvement after the course.
The training will be led by Master Caroline Inay-Park, WT International Poomsae Referee.
| When: | January 29th, 2022 from 11:15am – 1:15pm |
| Where: | Kim’s Academy Main School 1617 South Longfellow Wichita, KS 67207 |
| Cost: | Free to KABBA members. $5 to Non-Members (Fee to be collected at the door.) |
| Eligibility: | All Kim’s Academy Red Belts and Black Belts |
| Registration: | Online only; limited to 20 total attendees. Click here to register. |
| COVID Notes: | Masks are required at all times. |
BLACK BELTS!
Kim’s Academy Black Belt Association (KABBA) relies on membership dues to support our mission, and we need your help to continue to promote Tae Kwon Do and Kim’s Academy. By paying annual dues, you can provide a foundation for the continued education of Kim’s Academy students.
KABBA was formed to support Kim’s Academy of Tae Kwon Do by educating members and Kim’s Academy students in the skills of Tae Kwon Do and to promote Tae Kwon Do. Kim’s Academy students benefit from the support of KABBA as we provide financial and logistical support for belt tests, picnics, Christmas banquet, tournaments, and special events throughout the year.
All Kim’s Academy Black Belts are eligible to become members of KABBA. KABBA members are invited to attend special black belt-only training events throughout the year. As a member, you will also be able to take an active role in directing the future of Kim’s Academy by voting on KABBA initiatives and officer elections.
More information about KABBA can be found at https://www.kimsacademy.com/kabba/.
KABBA dues are $20 per person, payable to KABBA. To pay your dues, please fill out this form and you can drop it with your check in the KABBA can at the main school or mail to:
KABBA c/o KABBA Vice President
1617 S. Longfellow
Wichita, KS 67207
You can also use the PayPal link below to pay your dues online
If you would like more information about the Kim’s Academy Black Belt Association, please email KABBA.Board@gmail.com or talk to one of our officers listed on the KABBA page.