It's going to be a busy month at Tien Lung, and you can find out all the details below:
Labour Day Closure
The dojang will be closed for Heritage Day on Monday, September 4th. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend! All classes will be cancelled.
Fall Schedule
Our Fall class schedule will be in effect starting September 5th! Please be aware that full dobok will be mandatory for all classes (no summer wear).
Daily Dragons 2023/24
School is almost back in session! Join Daily Dragons, our after-school program where we combine martial arts, transportation and day camps! Let us handle school pick up for you. Afterwards, we’ll transport your child to our facility for an exciting and exhilarating martial arts class. Take your time after work and pick them for the evening! We also include all gear/equipment as well as day camps for all seasonal breaks and PD days! Part time (up to 3 days per week) and full time (up to 5 days per week) options available. Picking up from over 20 schools in Edmonton. Contact us for more information!
For our current Daily Dragon members, please take a moment to confirm your registration with us for the upcoming school year, as well as the school dismissal time and pick up arrangements. Please send a email or give us a phone call!
Mini Dragons Fall Session
Our parents and tots program is back for another session! Starting on September 16, 2023. Bond with your child while developing essential cognitive and psycho-motor skills in our parents & tots’ program for ages 2-3. Build a foundation for success through physical literacy. We teach focus, coordination, and listening skills! Sign up now online or by phone (780-669-6666). Session Registration Pass is $200, and runs from September 16 until December 16, 2023. Classes are weekly on Saturday mornings from 10:00-10:45am. We also include a t-shirt and belt! Limited spots available.
PD Day Camp
Join us for our PD Day camps on September 25 (EPSB PD Day) We'll have an awesome time with games, TKD, and more. Sign up online, by phone, or in person! *Membership discounts apply! (Daily Dragons, all camps within the school year are included, please make sure to register!).
Buddy Day
Have your friend(s) experience our programs and join in for a trial class! On September 27, we're welcoming our members to bring a friend! Our students can invite a buddy to attend and experience our programs for a day. They'll get to join in for a fun and exhilarating martial arts class! Of course our Advanced and Black Belt students are welcome to attend and bring a buddy as well! You can even have your buddy your buddy ride along as we pick up our Daily Dragons after school! (restrictions apply*) All they need to do is complete our event registration and wavier! Registration will be available soon! Guests must attend the same school to join for ride along transportation. Please contact us if you have any questions!
National Day For Truth and Reconciliation Closure
The dojang will be closed for National Day For Truth and Reconciliation on Saturday, September 30th. All classes will be cancelled.
Thanksgiving Closure
The dojang will be closed for Thanksgiving on Monday, October 9th. All classes will be cancelled.
Black Belt and Instructor Testing
Our next Black Belt and Instructor examination will be underway in October! Split over multiple days, our candidates will put their skills and abilities to the test. All requirements must be completed prior to October 12th. We welcome everyone to come watch and cheer them all on! Please note that the times listed may vary depending on the course of the test. Good luck to all of our candidates!
Tentative Itinerary
Thursday October 12th (6-8pm):
-Written Knowledge exams part 1 (Black Belts)
Friday October 13th (6-8pm):
-Written Knowledge exams part 2 (Instructors)
Tuesday October 17th (5:30-8pm):
-Fitness (outdoors, @ West Glen Park)
-Step Sparring -Self Defense
Thursday October 19th (5:30-8pm)
-Patterns
-Sparring
-Board Breaking
-Belt Presentation
For any students who are close to their Black Belt, make sure to get in your trial fitness exam and spectate a full testing (as required to test)! Not only will this be great practice, but it will also help you get a much better idea of what to expect.
Colour Belt Graduation
All of our students have been hard at work and it will soon be time to celebrate their success! Our next Graduation will be on October 25th! All students who have completed their chapter requirements and are eligible to graduate will be presented with their new belt! Of course, your friends and family are invited and welcome to attend. Our graduation ceremony will be during evening class on October 25th from 6:30-7:30pm. Please arrive early and check in to confirm your appropriate belt and size!
We're overjoyed to host another large graduation event for all of our students. We've even got a demo from our instructors and black belts in store! As part of the ceremonies, each student group will also perform their patterns before receiving their new belts. Once the graduation has been complete, students will have the opportunity to take photos with their instructors!
Tentative Schedule
6pm - Check In
6:30pm - Bow in, Graduation Ceremonies Begin
6:45pm - Belt Presentations and Demo
7:30pm - Group Photo, and Instructor Photo Opportunity
Please keep up with your practice and be prepared to test for your progress stripes in the coming weeks. For those of you who would like extra help, book a private lesson today! All graduation requirements must be completed prior to October 19.
Halloween Sleepover
Join in the Halloween fun! Take advantage of a kid-free night while they're at the dojang for a sleepover with costumers, movies, games, pizza and MORE. On October 27/28, drop your kid(s) off to hangout with their instructors and peers! We'll take care of your kid(s) so that you can have a break! Drop off is at 6:30pm (October 27). They'll be ready for pick up by 10:00am (October 28) after a light breakfast! Bring a guest! We'd love to have your siblings or friends join us! Registration will be available soon!
Ongoing Renovations
We kindly thank you for your patience through our facility improvements! Please excuse our mess and we apologize for any inconveniences. Please come check in at the reception desk upstairs upon your arrival.
