Strength Training – A Must!!!

 Many martial artists scoff at the idea of strength training. The popular notion is that martial artists must focus on technique, not strength. Historically martial artists felt that strength training causes decreased flexibility and/or loss of speed, ultimately having a negative impact on their martial arts skills. However, more and more martial artists are questioning [...]

The 2009 World Championships Are Coming

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

More than 20,000 people will gather in Little Rock June 22-28 when the American Taekwondo Association (ATA) hosts its annual World Championships tournament at the Statehouse Convention Center downtown.
ATA members and guests from over 17 countries and five continents travel to central Arkansas for intense martial arts action. Throughout the championship week, [...]

ATA Joins Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Tour!

Monday, June 8, 200

A quarter century after their storied rise to fame, the official “Shell-ebration” marking the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 25th Anniversary kicks off in their New York City home to kick start a year-long series of interactive experiences for their fans across America.
To celebrate ATA has teamed up with the TMNT and will [...]

Message from Grand Master Soon Ho Lee

Dear Songahm Family and Friends,
Summer is a sizzlin’ season from ATA! During these warm-weather months, you’ll see Songahm students out and about no matter where you’re searching. At our numerous summer camps, future ATA leaders will be training with current ATA legends. Competitors interested in being State Champ in 2010 will be hard at work [...]