Webinar - Understanding Safeguarding: Ethical Coaching & Athlete Protection
Jan
26
10:00 AM10:00

Webinar - Understanding Safeguarding: Ethical Coaching & Athlete Protection

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This webinar will be delivered by Ms Sally Gleaves, AETF women's committee member

Hosted by the ITA Women's Committee

It is open to IMAC members aged 16+

It will take place on Sunday January 26th from 10am to 12 noon

You can register using this link: https://forms.gle/PnZzkP1EGP3D4poTA

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Coaching Workshops with Urša Terdin Msc. - Webinar 1
Feb
8
7:00 PM19:00

Coaching Workshops with Urša Terdin Msc. - Webinar 1

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The Irish Taekwon-Do Association in conjunction with the Irish Martial Arts Commission are delighted to announce a Coaching Workshop with Urša Terdin MSc focusing on the psychological aspects of training for Martial Arts and in particular for competition preparation and performance. 

A short series of two Webinars and one in person practical session are offered as a stand alone Coaching Continuous Professional Development opportunity. This workshop is a 6 credit micro credential which can be used in support of the IMAC Level 2 Coaching programme (in development). 

Cost

€50

Webinar 1 

8th February 7-9pm 

Topic: Inside the mind of the athlete

Webinar 2

22nd February 7-9pm

Topic: External factors influencing the athlete

Note: Live attendance at the webinars is desirable, however they are being prepared for asynchronous delivery and so if you miss some or all of a webinar you will be able to review the recording prior to attending the in person workshop.

In person Coaching Workshop 

23rd March Dublin

Venue; Rivervalley Community Centre, Swords, Co. Dublin

Topics: Building a motivational climate, sport psychology in practice

Who can attend?

This is open to all ITA black belt members over the age of 18 (No prior coaching certification is required). 

Register here; https://forms.gle/CbuHANwaQKrwtrAM9

Bio

"Urša holds a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology and is a multiple World and European champion in Taekwondo and Kickboxing. Her extensive competitive experience, combined with academic expertise, forms the foundation of her work in helping athletes develop their mental performance. Urša collaborates with athletes and teams nationally and internationally, helping them transform their mental approach to competition, overcome mental blocks, and redefine what success means in their sporting journey."

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Special Technique Coaching CPD
Feb
8
10:00 PM22:00

Special Technique Coaching CPD

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As part of our expanding offering of Coach education and support we will be delivering a Special Technique coaching CPD (continuous professional development) clinic on Saturday 8th February. This will be open to all adult black belts who are currently coaching, assisting or helping to teach in an ITA club. Each coach is encouraged to bring 1/2 athletes with good jumping ability and ideally some experience of the competition elements of special technique. They should be blue belt or higher and will take an active part in all exercises and demonstrations. This should be a fantastic learning opportunity for both coaches and students.

Coaches will learn to enhance the performance of the 5 competition techniques through the use of plyometric exercises, technical progression and regression and video analysis. They will be tasked with choosing the correct technical variation and progression for their athletes, basing their choices on; a deterministic model, the physical characteristics of their athletes and their stage of development. They will learn to identify and prioritise areas for improvement based on observation and data. 

Coaching Qualifications

This Coaching Continuous Professional Development opportunity is a standalone unit that any coach or interested person can undertake. It is also a micro credential earning credits towards the new Level 2 Senior Club Coach award being developed through IMAC and Sport Ireland. Expect to see further opportunities in other specialist areas announced in the coming months. 

Date and Time

Saturday 8th February

10am to 1:30pm 

Venue

Shannon Taekwon-Do Club, 

Smithstown Industrial Estate, 

Shannon, 

Co. Clare, 

V14X329. 

Cost

€50 per coach (athletes are not charged)

Limited to 20 places

Tea/Coffee and snacks are provided

Required

Dobok and Belt, Tracksuit/Hoodie and training shoes

Student/s blue belt or higher with some experience/jumping ability

Notebook and pen

Phone for video analysis and Google Classroom access

Registration

Please register for the course using the Google form linked below. Once your application has been reviewed you will receive an invoice for the payment. 

Special Technique CPD - Google Forms

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Coaching Workshops with Ursa Terdin Msc. - Webinar 2
Feb
22
7:00 PM19:00

Coaching Workshops with Ursa Terdin Msc. - Webinar 2

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The Irish Taekwon-Do Association in conjunction with the Irish Martial Arts Commission are delighted to announce a Coaching Workshop with Urša Terdin MSc focusing on the psychological aspects of training for Martial Arts and in particular for competition preparation and performance. 

A short series of two Webinars and one in person practical session are offered as a stand alone Coaching Continuous Professional Development opportunity. This workshop is a 6 credit micro credential which can be used in support of the IMAC Level 2 Coaching programme (in development). 

Cost

€50

Webinar 1 

8th February 7-9pm 

Topic: Inside the mind of the athlete

Webinar 2

22nd February 7-9pm

Topic: External factors influencing the athlete

Note: Live attendance at the webinars is desirable, however they are being prepared for asynchronous delivery and so if you miss some or all of a webinar you will be able to review the recording prior to attending the in person workshop.

In person Coaching Workshop 

23rd March Dublin

Venue; Rivervalley Community Centre, Swords, Co. Dublin

Topics: Building a motivational climate, sport psychology in practice

Who can attend?

This is open to all ITA black belt members over the age of 18 (No prior coaching certification is required). 

Register here; https://forms.gle/CbuHANwaQKrwtrAM9

Bio

"Urša holds a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology and is a multiple World and European champion in Taekwondo and Kickboxing. Her extensive competitive experience, combined with academic expertise, forms the foundation of her work in helping athletes develop their mental performance. Urša collaborates with athletes and teams nationally and internationally, helping them transform their mental approach to competition, overcome mental blocks, and redefine what success means in their sporting journey."

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Practical Sport Psychology for Athletes
Mar
22
10:00 AM10:00

Practical Sport Psychology for Athletes

Date: 22nd March

Venue: Rivervalley Community Centre, Swords, Co. Dublin

Cost: €30

Schedule: All seminars for green belt and higher

10am - 12pm | 11-13 years

1pm - 3pm | 14-17 years 

3:30-5:30pm | 18 years+

Title 

Practical Sport Psychology for Athletes

Theme

Urša will work with athletes to explore the mental components of athletic performance, dealing with topics like:

  • Goal setting

  • Confidence

  • Anxiety

  • Focus and control

  • Motivation

This seminar is a must for athletes who want to explore how their mental preparation can set them up for success in sport and in life. 

Register here; https://forms.gle/ePBkr5GX2fwSZgeS6

Bio

"Urša holds a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology and is a multiple World and European champion in Taekwondo and Kickboxing. Her extensive competitive experience, combined with academic expertise, forms the foundation of her work in helping athletes develop their mental performance. Urša collaborates with athletes and teams nationally and internationally, helping them transform their mental approach to competition, overcome mental blocks, and redefine what success means in their sporting journey."

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Coaching Workshops with Ursa Terdin - Msc. - In person workshop
Mar
23
10:00 AM10:00

Coaching Workshops with Ursa Terdin - Msc. - In person workshop

The Irish Taekwon-Do Association in conjunction with the Irish Martial Arts Commission are delighted to announce a Coaching Workshop with Urša Terdin MSc focusing on the psychological aspects of training for Martial Arts and in particular for competition preparation and performance. 

A short series of two Webinars and one in person practical session are offered as a stand alone Coaching Continuous Professional Development opportunity. This workshop is a 6 credit micro credential which can be used in support of the IMAC Level 2 Coaching programme (in development). 

Cost

€50

Webinar 1 

8th February 7-9pm 

Topic: Inside the mind of the athlete

Webinar 2

22nd February 7-9pm

Topic: External factors influencing the athlete

Note: Live attendance at the webinars is desirable, however they are being prepared for asynchronous delivery and so if you miss some or all of a webinar you will be able to review the recording prior to attending the in person workshop.

In person Coaching Workshop 

23rd March Dublin

Venue; Rivervalley Community Centre, Swords, Co. Dublin

Topics: Building a motivational climate, sport psychology in practice

Who can attend?

This is open to all ITA black belt members over the age of 18 (No prior coaching certification is required). 

Register here; https://forms.gle/CbuHANwaQKrwtrAM9

Bio

"Urša holds a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology and is a multiple World and European champion in Taekwondo and Kickboxing. Her extensive competitive experience, combined with academic expertise, forms the foundation of her work in helping athletes develop their mental performance. Urša collaborates with athletes and teams nationally and internationally, helping them transform their mental approach to competition, overcome mental blocks, and redefine what success means in their sporting journey."

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Elite Stage - Spain
Jan
9
to Jan 12

Elite Stage - Spain

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The Elite Stage (3rd Edition) will take place from January 9th to 12th in La Nucia, Spain. This is a fantastic event for both students and instructors alike. If you are interested in attending please complete the form below so that Ms Claire Ingham can coordinate. Please note the earlier you register, the cheaper the price.

Expression of interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14G9q5mMOEyeBM1_cEiX1hyR7FdtWG2bK65XyvOZOUPI/edit

More details at the event website; https://itfelitestage.pro/

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National Championships - Irish Cup 2024
Nov
2
to Nov 3

National Championships - Irish Cup 2024

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Invitation / Information Pack

Individual Registration form for use within club/school

Registration is through Sportdata by the deadline of October 25th

Inclusive Divisions:

An Inclusive Taekwon-Do section will take place at the Irish Cup 2024 on Saturday November 2nd at 11am in UL Arena, Limerick.   

Members with additional support needs will participate in our Inclusive Taekwon-Do sections in the Patterns and Sparring Skills section.

Competitors sections will be categorised by their individual needs and will be subdivided by age based on the entries received.

If you require further information on the Inclusive Taekwon-Do section please contact Master Pat Barry on 087 2782870 or email patbarrytkd@gmail.com and Miss Helen Goodson Finglas on 083 4466900.

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3 x Umpire Workshops
Oct
19
to Oct 20

3 x Umpire Workshops

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The ITA will run 3 regional umpire workshops on the weekend of October 19th & 20th in Clare, Cork and Dublin. The courses will be led by ITA Umpire Chairperson Mr Carl Smullen and ITA Umpire Tutors Master Pat Barry & Ms Rachel Kennedy. 

The workshops are open to ITA members aged 14 and older, blue belt and above. Dress code for the workshop is dobok and tracksuit top.

The workshops will focus on the role of the umpire for sparring and patterns, the role of the ring assistant as well as the role & duties of the centre referee and jury president.

To register for the course, please contact the course tutor at the email address below.

The cost for the workshop is 20 Euro. This can be paid on the day of the workshop.

Clare Umpire Workshop
Date: Sunday 20th October
Time: 11am - 2pm

Venue:
Shannon Taekwon-Do
Unit M1A, Smithstown
Shannon, Clare V14X329, IE

Course Leader: Ms. Rachel Kennedy

Contact: kennedyrachie@gmail.com

Cork Umpire Workshop

Date: Saturday October 19th,
Time: 2 pm to 6pm

Venue: 

Cork Taekwon-Do Carrigaline, 

Unit 11 Kilnagleary Business Park, 

Carrigaline, 

Co. Cork. 

P43 W702

Course Leader: Master Pat Barry

Contact: patbarrytkd@gmail.com

Dublin Umpire Workshop

Date: Saturday October 19th 

Time: 1pm - 5pm

Venue: 

St. Josephs School, Boot Road, 

Clondalkin, 

Dublin 22 

D22 PY13

Course Leader: Mr Carl Smullen


Contact: carlsmullen@gmail.com

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Intro to Coaching ITF Taekwon-Do
Sep
21
to Sep 22

Intro to Coaching ITF Taekwon-Do

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The ITA will hold the next Introduction to Coaching ITF Taekwon-Do course on:

21st September 2024 | 10am - 5pm 22nd September 2024 | 10am - 5pm

The cost per participant is €150

Venue

St. Josephs Boys School
Boot Road
Clondalkin
Dublin 22

The programme is open to all aged 16+ holding blue belt or higher

Complete this form to register: 

APPLICATION FORM

Further information is available in the Information Pack

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Summer Camp 2024
Jul
12
to Jul 15

Summer Camp 2024

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The Programme for the 2024 Summer Camp can be found below

Location: Midleton College, Midleton, Cork P25 F898 (https://www.midletoncollege.ie/useful-info/location/)

Arrival Time is 12 Noon on Friday July 12th. Use the rear car park entrance to access the Sports Hall & Registration point

Please refer to the camp Info Pack for importants items to remember

The balance of payment is made on arrival at registration

Camp Timetable

Info Pack

Individual Registration form

Club registration form

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Intro to Coaching ITF Taekwon-Do
Jun
20
1:30 PM13:30

Intro to Coaching ITF Taekwon-Do

The ITA will hold the next Introduction to Coaching ITF Taekwon-Do course on:

21st September 2024 | 10am - 5pm22nd September 2024 | 10am - 5pm

The cost per participant is €150

Venue

St. Josephs Boys School
Boot Road
Clondalkin
Dublin 22

The programme is open to all aged 16+ holding blue belt or higher

Complete this form to register: 

APPLICATION FORM

Further information is available in the Information Pack

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Intro to Coaching
Mar
2
5:00 PM17:00

Intro to Coaching

An Introduction to coaching course will take place

2nd March 2024 | 2pm - 7pm

3rd March 2024 | 9am - 5pm

€150

Cork Taekwon-Do Carrigaline

Unit 11, Kilnaglery Business Park,

Carrigaline, Co. Cork

P43 W702

The programme is open to all aged 16+ holding blue belt or higher

Complete this form to register: https://forms.gle/DcnkX8tnLnLXBfjA9

Further information available in this info pack

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Team Ireland Training - St Flannan's College, Ennis
Feb
4
10:00 AM10:00

Team Ireland Training - St Flannan's College, Ennis

Team Ireland Squad Training Schedule

Sunday February 4th 2024

*** note venue change below ***

St. Flannan’s College, Ennis

V95 X0FN

Dress code: full dobok

Cost: €15

9.30am set up

Patterns schedule

10-11:30 Individual

12-1.30 Continuation/consultation

2:15- 3:30​

Special techniques

10-11:15

Power Breaking

11:30-1.15pm

Sparring schedule

Rounds

Group 1 male

11:30-1.00pm

Group 2 female

12:15-1.45pm

Sparring 2

Both groups

2:15-3.30pm

Debrief and finish

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