UNI Tae Kwon-Do Club

The UNI Tae Kwon-Do Club is celebrating its 47th year on campus. We are UNI's oldest active sport club and the oldest collegiate Traditional Tae Kwon-Do program in the United States. Our instructor, Jr. Grand Master Joseph Philip, 8th Dan, has produced an unprecedented 817 distinguished black belts, a national collegiate milestone. Our black belts include 17 Master Instructors, 345 Junior Black Belts, and both national champions and grand champions.

Students of any skill level, age, gender, or physical conditioning, can learn the Korean art. We practice Traditional Chung do Kwan Tae Kwon-Do and our focus is on discipline, courtesy, and respect. New students may join anytime during the year and practice up to 7 times per week.

There are more than 130 recognized martial art styles. There is much diversity when comparing their philosophies and physical technique. Have a martial arts question? Stop by and visit with our instructor. Our classes are always open for the public to observe, learn, and ask questions. Jr. Grand Master Philip holds an 8th Dan, has practiced the Art for 47 years, and is the most senior non-Asian Tae Kwon-Do Black Belt in the United States. He is in his 42nd year instructing the UNI Tae Kwon-Do Club.

The ancient Korean Art, Chung do Kwan Tae Kwon-Do is based on the values of Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit. Not only is Tae Kwon-Do a valid means of self-defense, but it also increases coordination, sharpens alertness, strengthens the body, and develops respect for the self and others. The feeling of accomplishment gained by the student helps develop self-confidence which is carried over into everyday life. Tae Kwon-Do can help the shy become more confident and outgoing and can help curb hostility through its emphasis on respect and discipline.

The 2,500 year old art form is an excellent cardiovascular developer. The aerobic exercise is ideal for weight loss and control. Students experience muscular development and toning as the class workouts refresh the body and are great for stress release. Flexibility, balance, and strength conditioning includes stretching and yoga.

With a focus on discipline, courtesy, and respect, quality instruction is presented with an emphasis on the true philosophy of Tae Kwon-Do. As a way of life, Tae Kwon-Do is based on the ethical and moral standards by which we can live together in harmony. We seek to eliminate violence by deterring the strong from oppressing the weak through developing a power that must be based on humanity, justice, morality, wisdom, and faith. Thus, helping to build a better and more peaceful world.