November and December are going to be busy months at Tien Lung, and you can find out all the details below:
Graduation Grace Period
For those of you who didn’t quite make it in time to graduate, we have a two-week grace period in which we’ll catch up the remaining students who missed part of the semester due to absences over the summer. Please be ready to test and have all of your examination requirements completed. Upon passing all of your progress stripes, we’ll present them with their new rank in the following class. The grace period will be in effect from Oct 28 until November 8.
PD Day Camps
We've got you covered with day camps when school's out! Single day registrations available at $75 per day. Learn more and register below! November 1 (EPSB PD Day) *Membership discounts apply! (Daily Dragons, all camps within the school year are included, please make sure to register). Please contact us to register!
Halloween Closure
All evening classes on Oct 31st will be cancelled. We hope everyone has a spooky Halloween! For our after-school program, pickups will be as normal with the dojang remaining open until 6pm.
Buddy Day x Halloween Sleepover
On November 1, we’ll be combining two of our crowd favourite events! From 6:30-7:45pm, have your friend join us at our Buddy Day event for a FREE fun and exhilarating martial arts class open to ages 4+. From kicks to breaking boards, we can’t wait to show them why we love what we do! All your buddy (or their parent) needs to do is register with the attendee’s name, and sign our liability wavier. We kindly ask that all guests register in advance and bring comfortable clothing for physical activity.
And the fun doesn’t stop there…
Afterwards is our Halloween Sleepover! Parents can take advantage of a kid-free night while you’re at our facility for a costume contest, movies, games, pizza, and MORE. Of course, we'd love to have your buddy join us! And the best part? Guests who register for Buddy Day will be emailed a code for 50% off the sleepover’s regular price ($75 per person) right after registration! Pick up will be the following morning by 10 am (November 2) after a light breakfast. Parents, if you would like to pick up your kid(s) at an earlier time, let us know in advance and we will gladly accommodate.
Open to ages 4+, event registration $75 per person, membership discounts apply What to bring to the sleepover: Halloween costume, sleeping bag, pillow, PJs, toothbrush, change of clothes, and 1 stuffed toy (optional)
Buddy invitation slips will soon be available at the front desk! You can also use/share the following links below!
Fall Break Camp
Join us for our Day Camps! Throughout out the school year, we run day camps for all PD Days and Seasonal Breaks. We'll have an awesome time with games, TKD, and more. Sign up online, by phone, or in person!
-Nov 8, 12, and 13 (Fall Break)
*Membership discounts apply! (Daily Dragons, all camps within the school year are included, please make sure to register!). Please contact us to register!
Remembrance Day Closure
The dojang will be closed for the Remembrance Day long weekend (Saturday November 9 to Monday, November 11). All classes will be cancelled.
All Is Bright (124 Street Festival)
At the beginning of every winter season, 124th Street hosts a light up festival! Mark your calendars for Saturday November 16 (4-8pm), as we join in the festivities and host an open house! We'll be provide free hot chocolate while offering board breaking lessons. You might even get to see more demonstrations from our instructors and students! Of course there will also be plenty of other fun activities all around as well. We'd love you to have you stop by. We're also looking for event volunteers! If you'd be interested in helping out, please get in touch with Mr. Staerkle!
Phoenix TKD Tournament
Another competition opportunity is coming up soon! Phoenix Taekwon-Do is hosting an ITF based tournament on November 16. We'd love to take any students who are interested in competing. Please take the time to discuss competing with your instructor should you be intent on attending the upcoming tournament. We encourage our students to take part in competitions for the valuable learning experience. It's also a great and fun way to test your skills! Registration forms and event information are available at the front desk!
Instructor/Staff Stockings
Every year we hang stockings for all our instructors and staff! Please take the opportunity to fill them and wish them a wonderful Christmas season. This is a perfect way to show your appreciation, respect, and gratitude to the people that are working so hard for you and/or your child(ren). We will be opening our stockings with all our staff on December 20. Please take the time to wish our team a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Winter Break Closure and Christmas Party
Please be aware that all evening classes on December 20 will be cancelled as we have our Christmas party for our Staff and Elite members. More details will be provided soon from Mr. Phung. All classes during December 23 - January 5 will be cancelled. We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We can't wait to see you all back in 2025!
Winter Break Camp
While classes may be cancelled during Christmas, we're still running our day camps! Join us for our winter break camp during December 23, 24, 27 (Week 1) as well as December 31, January 2, and 3 (Week 2). We'll have an awesome time with games, TKD, and more. Register for the both weeks or even just join us for a day! ($75 per day). Registration will be available soon!
*Membership discounts apply! (Daily Dragons, all camps within the school year are included, please make sure to register!)
Casino
We have a casino fundraiser event with AGLC on February 26 and 27, 2025 and we need volunteers! As a non-profit organization we could really use your support. We're looking for members, family & friends that are over 18 to assist with various positions. Volunteer registration will be available soon! Please check your inbox as more information to come in a following email.
Location: Pure Casino Yellowhead, 12464 153 St NW
Training is provided by our Casino Advisors. The work is easy, and it is a relaxed, fun time. A meal is provided for each shift. The club will reimburse you for child care and transportation to and from the Casino by taxi or bus (Receipt must be submitted).
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.