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Dear Taekwondo Ontario Members: Notice is hereby given of Taekwondo Ontario’s 2024 Annual General Meeting of members to be held on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 11 am at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel in the Toronto Pearson International Airport (Terminal 3). Documents below to follow shortly: Notice of Annual General Meeting 2024 Certificate of Residency & Citizenship Appointment of Proxy Kindly read the documents thoroughly and respond promptly to the deadlines stated with regards to “Certificate of Residency” and the “Appointment of...

October 25, 2024

Facilitator(s): Master George Koh Schedule:  Saturday June 22nd 10:00 am – 11:30 am 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm 4:00 pm Provincial team jacket and photo Sunday June 23rd 9:00 am – 10:30 am 11:30 pm – 3:30 pm (Kp&p matches)

June 13, 2024

Update: May 22, 2024 Due to the unavailability of a licensed physician, the 2023-2024 Provincial Final Ranking Game (Junior & Cadet Sparring) game originally scheduled for this Saturday May 25, 2024 will be cancelled. The Ontario government mandates that for all amateur combative sport contests involving the use of full contact strikes to the head, a licensed physician must be present and in close proximity of each contest at all times. All participants that confirmed their intent to participate in...

May 20, 2024

Dear Grand Master , Master and VIP Taekwondo Ontario requests your presence at the 2024 Taekwondo Masters Gala & Awards Night. This event promises our distinguished guests a celebration of Taekwondo Ontario’s culture, its history and to honor members of our vibrant community! Location: Toronto Marriott Markham, 170 Enterprise Blvd. Markham, ON L6G 0E6 T: 416-536-8787 Date: Sunday June 9th, 2024 Time: 4:00PM-8:00PM Dress Code: Mandatory formal attire (*waitlist compiled after reaching 100 Registrants capacity.) Please note that Registration is...

May 20, 2024

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, We are pleased to extend access to this inaugural event, .. The 1stTaekwondo Ontario Business Seminar. This event aims to equip participants to develop strategies in entrepreneurship, management, profitability, innovation, staffing etc. and other essentials specific to Taekwondo Dojang based businesses. Do not miss this opportunity to engage and network with one of the best in the industry! Speaker/s: Grow Marketing: Google, Youtube, FaceBook John Doudoukjian DoJo Champ Master Steve Park. Seung Woo Park Internal and...

May 20, 2024

Dear Taekwondo Community; Please see the following documents relating to the 2024 Korea Training Camp: Selection Criteria Invitation Letter Athlete Agreement   This above selection pertains to only Kyorugi. per Master In Kyung Kim  

May 16, 2024

Captain Sports Sponsored Provincial Final Ranking Game Junior and Cadet Sparring   Taekwondo Ontario will be hosting a Final Ranking Game to select best athletes to represent province of Ontario at the 2024 National Championships in July.   Competition Fee: Free for athletes that competed in both provincial games, $120+ (HST & Service Charge) for athletes that only competed in one of the provincial games.   Athlete Eligibility Requirements: 1.1 Must be a registered participant in good standing with Taekwondo Ontario 1.2 Must be a...

April 15, 2024

For all eligible athletes participating in this event, please see the information below: Competition Schedule Captain Sports Sponsored Final Ranking Game 9am – All undeclared Sparring Athlete report to Random Weigh Ins * Please note all sparring athletes are only required to pass the random weigh-in on the competition day in order to compete at the Final ranking game. 10am – Sparring Matches Start 12pm – Poomsae Draws are announced 1pm – Poomsae Competition Start List of Declared Athletes List of Undeclared Athletes...

January 24, 2024

Introduction Taekwondo Ontario is seeking a dynamic and creative individual to join our team as a Media Coordinator. This role is essential in promoting and showcasing the achievements, events, and activities within the Taekwondo Ontario community. Position Overview: Position Title: Media Coordinator Application Deadline: February 3,2024 Responsibilities: Develop and implement media strategies to enhance the visibility of Taekwondo Ontario. Manage and update the organization’s website, social media accounts, and other digital platforms. Create engaging content, including articles, press releases, and multimedia...

January 22, 2024

Introduction Taekwondo Ontario is currently seeking dedicated individuals with a passion for Taekwondo to apply for the position of Athlete Ranking Coordinator.  This role is vital in managing the ranking system for Taekwondo athletes within the province and plays a key role in supporting fair competition and athlete development. Position Overview: Position Title: Athlete Ranking Coordinator Application Deadline: February 3,2024 Responsibilities: Administer and manage the Taekwondo Ontario athlete ranking system. Ensure accurate recording and updating of athlete rankings based on...

January 22, 2024

Introduction Taekwondo Ontario, the governing body for Taekwondo in the province, is seeking qualified and passionate individuals to apply for the position of Provincial Coach. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and success of Taekwondo athletes at the provincial level. Position Overview: Position Title: Provincial Coach Type: Sparring / Poomsae Application Deadline: February 3,2024 Responsibilities: Develop and implement training programs for Taekwondo athletes at provincial level. Provide technical coaching expertise to enhance athlete performance. Collaborate with...

January 22, 2024

We have been made aware from Waterloo Regional Police that a coach in Ontario has been charged with sexual assault to a minor. https://www.wrps.on.ca/en/news/waterloo-regional-police-arrest-male-in-connection-to-reports-of-sexual-assault.aspx We can confirm that while the individual involved is not on Taekwondo Ontario’s staff, they have coached at local competitions and training camps sanctioned by our Provincial Sports Organization. Taekwondo Ontario takes any allegations of this nature very seriously. A safe training and competitive environment for everyone involved in our sport is Taekwondo Ontario’s number one...

December 18, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please click here to see the final list of participants of for the 2023 TO Provincial Selection Game #2. Regards, Master Tong

November 17, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note the draft list of participants is listed here. **Please email Master Tong – ed@taekwondo-ontario.com with any changes to weight divisions. No changes will be accepted after 5pm EST on Thursday November 14, 2023. Regards, Master Tong

November 15, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community;   After discussion with the TO Referee Committee, upon careful consideration Taekwondo Ontario has decided to provide a special weigh-in exemption for athletes competing in BOTH TO Provincial Selection Game #2 and Olympic Team Trials on Friday November 17, 2023. Athletes who are competing in the Olympic team trials and successfully pass their weigh-in will be provided an exemption for the provincial weigh-in on Saturday in order to provide them with ample recovery time for their health and safety. Those athletes...

November 14, 2023

Attached please find the list of nominated candidates for the upcoming election. Candidates

July 28, 2023

Notice is hereby given for the Taekwondo Ontario’s 2023 Annual General Meeting to be held at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel – Toronto Pearson International Airport Terminal 3 on August 27, 2023 at 12:00 pm. Please read the documents thoroughly in relation to the meeting and respond promptly to the stated deadlines: Notice of AGM Appointment of Proxy Certificate of Residency Best Regards,   Master Ruxandra Rodgers Secretary General Taekwondo Ontario

June 28, 2023

NOTICE TO MEMBERS OF TAEKWONDO ONTARIO (“NOTICE OF ELECTION” – Released June 28, 2023) Notice is hereby given that an election for a full slate of the Board of Directors  is called for Sunday, August 27, 2023 at the: Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Toronto International Airport (Terminal 3) at 12:00 PM Terminal 3, Toronto AMF, Toronto, ON L5P 1C4 The official Election Notice and Nomination Form are below. Election Notice Nomination Form  Please read the documents thoroughly and respond promptly to...

June 28, 2023

Poomsae Results Overall Kyorugi Results Cadet Male Cadet  Female Junior Male Junior Female Senior Male Senior Female

June 11, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Community; Please note that we will be hosting two more Kyorugi Talent ID Camps as follows:   July 1 & 2, 2023 in Ottawa July 8 & 9, 2023 in Oakville Click here for details or to register.   Master Tong

June 11, 2023

Day 2 – Junior Male Draws – Click here Day 2 – Junior Female Draws – Click here Day 2 – Cadet Male Draws – Click here Day 2 – Cadet Female Draws – Click here

June 4, 2023

Random Weigh-In List – Click here Day 1 – Senior Male Draws – Click here Day 1 – Senior Female Draws – Click here  

June 3, 2023

Please click here to see the Poomsae Draws Please click here to see the Poomsae Startlist

June 2, 2023

Attached, please see the updated schedule for the 2023-2024 TO Provincial Selection Game #1 as at June 2, 2023. Click here

June 2, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Community, Attached please see the updated list of athletes and coaches registered for the 2023-2024 TO Provincial Selection Game 1. All changes and updates sent via email per the deadline have been incorporated. Coaches Sparring Athletes Poomsae Athletes   Kind Regards, Master Tong

June 2, 2023

Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce that they will be sending a team of athletes to South Korea for a training camp leaving July 23rd and returning August 14th to train with several of the top teams in the world and to attend the 2023 Un Yong Kim Cup – G1 and 2023 Korea Open – G2. Anyone who is interested in attending the camp as a self-funded athlete may apply to attend the camp to be part as the team.  Athletes...

May 27, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Community, Please click here to see the selection criteria for the upcoming 2023 Korea Training Camp. This will serve as formal notice that all prospective athletes must meet and observe the criteria. In accordance with section 4 of the 2023 Taekwondo Ontario Talent ID training camp guide, eligible athletes must adhere to the following: 4: Athlete Profile Athlete must submit the following information in document format (see figure 1 for example) and email to specified email address on specified date....

May 23, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Community, Please note that the registration for the 2023-2024 Provincial Selection Game #1 has been extended to Monday May 22 11:59 EST. Participation in one of the 2023-2024 Provincial Selection Games is mandatory requirements to participate in the 2024 Canadian National Championships. Regards, Master Tong

May 20, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Community; Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the next Poomsae Taelnt ID Training Camp on May 20 & 21, 2023. Location: Master Kang’s Black Belt Martial Arts 2501 Eglinton Avenue East Scarborough, ON M1K 2R1 Camp Facilitators: Master Riseong Kang Master Bhajan Mann Master Jinsu Ha **Note** – There are limited spaces for this camp and admission free. Not this is on a first come first serve basis.  The only criteria to attend this camp is that you are a...

May 8, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Community; Please click here to view the selection criteria for Poomsae athlete interested in attending the 2023 Korea Training Camp in the summer. Regards, Master Tong

March 23, 2023

Last weekend,  Master Ri Seong Kang, Master Bhajan Mann and Master Jinsu Ha facilitated the first Poomsae training camp of 2023. The training camp was held at Master Kang’s Black Belt Martial Arts and brought over 80 athletes from across 20 schools within the GTA. During the camp, various drills for recognized Poomsae were covered. This included using different types of equipment, performing different variations of drills based an athlete’s respective skill level, and covering the basic aspects of Poomsae such as hand movements, stances, and...

February 17, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Community; Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce that we will be hosting a free Poomsae Training Camp on February 11 & 12, 2023. Location: Master Kang’s Black Belt Martial Arts 2501 Eglinton Avenue East Scarborough, ON M1K 2R1 Camp Facilitators: Master Riseong Kang Master Bhajan Mann Master Jinsu Ha **Note** – There are limited spaces for this camp and admission free. Not this is on a first come first serve basis.  The only criteria to attend this camp is that you...

January 29, 2023

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce the following individuals have been appointed and approved as part of the Team Ontario delegation to the upcoming 2023 Canadian National Taekwondo Championship in Toronto, ON from January 4 to 7, 2023. President – Master In Kyung Kim Head of Team (Male) – Master Tommy Chang Head of Team (Female) – Grand Master Young Su Choung Team Manager – Master Ka-On Tong Head Coach (Kyorugi) – Master George Koh Head Coach (Poomsae) – Master Ri...

December 29, 2022

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community;   On September 1, 2022, World Taekwondo (WT) enacted changes to the WT Competition Rules & Interpretation. Senior referees from Ontario including the Chair and Vice Chair of our referee committee will be traveling to Paris to take the WT International Referee refresher course which takes places during the scheduled Provincial Selection Game #1 (Kyorugi) on October 30th. Upon further discussion with the referee committee, we have agreed to cancel the Provincial Selection Game #1 (Kyorugi) on October 30, 2022...

September 1, 2022

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note the registration for the 2022-2023 season is now open. Log into your existing account to renew your membership today. https://members.taekwondo-ontario.com/membership/login/ Master Tong

September 1, 2022

On behalf of Taekwondo Ontario, a big congratulations to the following Ontario athletes who achieved podium results on Day 1 of the competition: Cadet Male – 41 kg – Zach Gillis – Gold Male -61 kg – Cameron Stables – Silver Female -55 kg – Madeline Stroeder – Gold Female -47 kg – Isla Estepa – Gold Junior Male -78 kg – Ethan McLean – Gold Female -59kg – Alicia Fox-Vignarajah – Gold Female -55kg – Maggie Reid-Collings – Silver   Master (33...

August 20, 2022

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, We pleased to announce that TO Head Coach – Master George Koh has been appointed at the designated coach for the upcoming WT President’s Cup Pan American Region 2022 in Jacksonville, FL from August 19 to 21, 2022. Any Ontario athlete(s) requiring a coach or coaching support, please contact Master Koh at masters@ottawataekwondo.com for assistance. Regards, Master Tong

August 14, 2022

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note that a Provincial Kyorugi Referee Seminar will be held on Sunday August 28, 2022 in-person at Jung Ko Taekwondo Academy. This will be the first in-person course conducted since the pandemic.   You can register by going to the Events section of the Taekwondo Ontario website to register or through the link below. https://members.taekwondo-ontario.com/event/43/ Please note that participants and their club must be members in good standing with Taekwondo Ontario as at September 1,...

August 14, 2022

Please save the date for the following events: September 17, 2022 – 2022-2023 Provincial Selection Game #1 (Kyorugi) October 15, 2022 – 2022-2023 Provincial Selection Game #2 (Kyorugi) September 18, 2022 – 2022-2023 Talent ID Training Camp #1 (Kyorugi) October 16, 2022 – 2022-2023 Talent ID Training Camp #1 (Kyorugi) Note that the 2022-2023 Provincial Selection Game #1 & 2 for Poomsae will be announced at a later date and will the venue for the above events.   Thanks, Master...

August 6, 2022

On behalf of Taekwondo Ontario, a congratulations to Noah Nacsa on his Bronze Medal finish at the Sofia 2022 World Taekwondo Junior Championships in the Male -48kg category.    

August 6, 2022

Taekwondo Study Participants are needed for an exciting chiropractic study!!!   Athletes ages 18-35 are welcome to take part in an exciting pilot study supervised by Dr. Mohsen Kazemi to help determine the effects of a chiropractic treatment on the speed, force, reaction time of a roundhouse kick!   Where: Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College 6100 Leslie Street, North York, ON M2H3J1   Contact: Pegah Rahbar at prahbar@cmcc.ca for more details or to sign up!!!!

August 6, 2022

On behalf of Master Kim and the Taekwondo Ontario Board & Executives, we wish to congratulate the Head Coach Master Riseong Kang and the Ontario athletes that participated at the Goyang 2022 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships. Bronze Medallists: Freestyle U17 Pair – Alan Van & Christine Cho Freestyle O17 Pair – Jinsu Ha & Michelle Lee Freestyle O17 Individual – Jinsu Ha   5th Place Finish: Freestyle U17 Individual Male – Kao-Hsin Chang Freestyle U17 Individual Female – Rachel Lee Freestyle...

April 27, 2022

On behalf of Master Kim, Executives and Board Members of Taekwondo Ontario, we send our best wishes to our Ontario athletes that will represent Team Canada at the Goyang 2022 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships from April 21-24, 2022. The Team Canada will be led by Head Coach Master Riseong Kang also from Ontario. The Ontario athletes representing Team Canada consists of the following members below: Khalil Thompson Evelyn Wu Jinsu Ha Cailin Cooke Kaitlyn Wiens Kai-Hsin Chang Jeehoon Sohn Ming Chu Chan...

April 15, 2022

Please see note below from Taekwondo Canada: —- April 9, 2022 To all participating in the upcoming 2022 Taekwondo Canada National Championships: The Ontario government lifted the mask mandate as of Monday, March 21, 2022. As a result, we will not be requiring athletes, coaches, referees and spectators to wear a mask while at the National Championships in Toronto from April 15-17. All individuals attending the event will have the choice to wear a mask or not. However, we strongly...

April 11, 2022

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Master Myung Sun Jung. Master Jung was previously a member of Taekwondo Ontario and a longstanding resident in Chatham, Ontario. Amongst his contributions, Master Jung was previously both an Ontario Team Coach and Canadian National Team Coach as well as the personal coach of Yvonne Franssen, 88 Seoul Olympic Bronze Medallist. Our thoughts and prayers are with Master Jung and his family as they go through this difficult...

February 9, 2021

Following the court’s decision finding former Taekwondo coach Shin Wook Lim guilty of sex-related offenses, Taekwondo Ontario in alignment with Taekwondo Canada, reiterates our explicit condemnation of abuse and maltreatment of any kind.   Taekwondo Ontario, as the official provincial sports organization governing the sport and martial art of Taekwondo in Ontario, is committed to ensuring that the membership including athletes, staff, coaches and volunteers participate, train and grow in a healthy, nurturing and safe sports environment.   Taekwondo Ontario...

January 25, 2021

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community; Taekwondo Ontario (TO) is please to announce that we will be hosting the NCCP Dojang Coach (DC) Course through Taekwondo Canada (TC) as part of the National Coaches Week. September 19 – 27, 2020 marks the 15th annual National Coaches Week in Ontario! NCW is a week to celebrate the tremendous positive impact coaches have on athletes and communities across Canada. This week is an opportunity to recognize coaches for the integral role they play by simply saying...

August 27, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community; Dr. Mohsen Kazemi and his team are conducting a research survey to investigate the first week post-concussion experience in 18 years of age and older concussed individuals. There are no risks to the participants of this study. All information will be kept confidential. If you are 18 years old or older and have suffered from a concussion in the past year or currently, you qualify for this research. Your participation is very much appreciated to help...

August 6, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community; Taekwondo Ontario (TO) is please to announce that we will be hosting the NCCP Dojang Coach (DC) Course through Taekwondo Canada (TC). Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, this course will be offered online for a limited time through Zoom and participants that are registrants of Ontario and members in good standing with TO will be eligible for a Coach Bursary up to $300 upon completion the course. Please contact Master Tong for more information at ed@taekwondo-ontario.com...

August 6, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community; Taekwondo Ontario (TO) is please to announce that we will be hosting the NCCP Assistant Instructor (AI) Course through Taekwondo Canada (TC). Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, this course will be offered online for a limited time through Zoom and participants that are registrants of Ontario and members in good standing with TO will be eligible for a Coach Bursary up to $300 upon completion the course. This course is the NCCP foundational Taekwondo specific...

July 31, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Membership: As the Province of Ontario is now in Stage 2 of re-opening, we have made some updates and are releasing the board approved TO Stage 2 Return to Play Training Protocol Guideline below which takes effect Monday July 13, 2020. TO Stage 2 Return to Play Training Protocol Guideline Kind Regards, Master Tong

July 10, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community; Taekwondo Ontario is please to announce the launch of the 2020 NCCP Performance Coach (PC) Support Program as part of our commitment to help resident coaches in Ontario with their on-going education and development. Introduction Taekwondo Ontario (TO) is the Provincial Sports Organization (PSO), recognized by the Government of Ontario, governing the sport and martial art of Taekwondo in the province. TO is committed to supporting the on-going development and education of our Ontario coaches as...

June 12, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Membership: Once again, we sincerely hope that all our members and their families are safe, well and healthy during this very challenging time. Since our last communication, Taekwondo Ontario has been in actively in communication with the Ontario Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries (MHSTCI) and has received further clarification and direction since the update to the emergency order amendment on Tuesday, May 19th, 2020. Today we are releasing the Taekwondo Ontario board approved Stage 1 Return to Play Training Protocol Guidelines...

June 9, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Membership: Taekwondo Ontario is committed to the health and safety of our members, coaches, officials, and stakeholders. As Premier Ford has mentioned since the beginning of this pandemic, all Ontarians are in this together and we encourage everyone to continue to play their respective roles in stopping the spread of COVID-19. As this pandemic has dragged on, we recognize that many of our members including our Club Owners, Coaches and Athletes have been severely impacted and are...

May 18, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community; On the advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, the Ontario government is extending all emergency orders that have been put in place to-date under s.7.0.2 (4) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act until May 6, 2020. This extension will help protect the health and well-being of people across the province and stop the spread of COVID-19. The Government of Ontario is mandating significantly enhanced measures to help contain the spread of COVID-19....

April 23, 2020

2019-2020 Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program Final List of Ontario Card Nominations Announced! Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce the finalized list of athletes and alternates who have been nominated for Ontario Cards under the 2019-2020 Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program (OAAP). The athletes nominated were selected using the sport specific selection criteria developed by Taekwondo Ontario and applied by (the) Selection Committee. Athlete Name Card Type Rachel Cuma Full Ruxandra Rodgers Full Kyle Card Full Lean Atendido Full Nadja...

April 8, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community; Effective this morning March 17, 2020, Premier Ford announced that the Government of Ontario is taking decisive action by making an order declaring an emergency under s 7.0.1 (1) the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act. The Government of Ontario is mandating significantly enhanced measures to help contain the spread of COVID-19. As part of the declaration, all facilities providing indoor recreational programs and licensed child care centres, amongst others establishments specified, are required to close...

March 17, 2020

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note that the 2019-2020 Quest For Gold criteria has now been released. The nominations will be due on April 1, 2020. Kindly read the criteria document below and please ensure that the required documents (1) Athlete Agreement and (2) Point Summary Sheet on page 6 are both fully completed and submitted by the due date. Taekwondo Ontario is not responsible for incomplete applications. 2019-2020 Quest for Gold Criteria 2019-2020 QFG Athlete Agreement 2019-2020 QFG Athlete...

March 12, 2020

Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the our third Taekwondo Ontario High Performance training camp of the 2019-2020 season. The training camp will be held on March 8, 2020 at: Markham Pan Am Centre 16 Main Street Unionville, ON L3R 2E4 Camp Schedule: Sunday – March 8, 2020 9:00 AM- 11:00 AM –   Technical Training 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM – KP&P EBP Matches Costs: Online Pre-Registration: One Day – $50 To pay and register online, please click here If you have any further questions,...

February 20, 2020

Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the our second Taekwondo Ontario High Performance training camp of the 2019-2020 season. The training camp will be held on January 26, 2020 at: Markham Pan Am Centre 16 Main Street Unionville, ON L3R 2E4 Camp Schedule: Sunday – January 26, 2020 9:00 AM- 11:00 AM –   Technical Training (Master In Kyung Kim) 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM – KP&P EBP Matches Costs: Online Pre-Registration: One Day – $20 To pay and register online, please click here...

January 16, 2020

Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the our first Taekwondo Ontario High Performance training camp of the 2019-2020 season. The training camp will be held on November 23 – 24, 2019 at: Sport Taekwondo – Burlington 2007 Mount Forest Drive Burlington, ON, L7P 1H4 Costs: Online Pre-Registration: One Day or Both Days (November 23-24) – $50 On-Site Registration Day of Camp: One Day or Both Days (November 23-24) – $80 Training schedule click (TBA) To pay and register online, please click here If...

October 30, 2019

Dear Athletes, It has come to our understanding that numerous gold medals were stolen yesterday at the Provincial Game # 2, resulting in a shortage and the inability for us to award some of the winners with their medals. We do sincerely apologize for this incident and fully intend on rectifying this situation. Should you have won the competition yesterday but did NOT received your award, kindly email us at info@taekwondo-ontario.com and we will make arrangements to have the medal...

September 30, 2019

Please note that the Senior Random Weigh-In has been changed to start at 8 am instead of 7 am. The competition will start promptly at 9 am.  

September 29, 2019

Kyorugi Draw – Cadet Male Kyorugi Draw – Cadet Female Kyorugi Draw – Junior Male (Updated) Kyorugi Draw – Junior Female Kyorugi Draw – Senior Male Kyorugi Draw – Senior Male Kyorugi Draw – One Person (No Contest)

September 29, 2019

As at September 26, 2019 close of change period Final Participant List Poomsae Registrants (By Last Name) Kyorugi Registrants(By Last Name) Coach Registrants (By Last Name) Draws Poomsae Draw – September 27, 2019 (Amended) Start list Per Poomsae Draw Youth Male Youth Female Cadet Male Cadet Female Semi Cadet Team Male Cadet Team Female Junior Male Junior Female Semi Junior Pair Junior Team Male Junior Team Female O17 Freestyle Male O17 Freestyle Female O17 Freestyle Pair U30 Male U30 Female U30 Pair U30 Team...

September 26, 2019

Attached please find the list of nominated candidates for the upcoming election. Candidates  

September 5, 2019

NOTICE TO MEMBERS OF TAEKWONDO ONTARIO (“NOTICE OF ELECTION” – Released August 5, 2019) Notice is hereby given that an election for a full slate of the Board of Directors  is called for Saturday, October 5, 2019 at the: Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Toronto International Airport (Terminal 3) at 12:00 PM Terminal 3, Toronto AMF, Toronto, ON L5P 1C4 The official Election Notice and Nomination Form are below. Election Notice Nomination Form   Please read the documents thoroughly and respond promptly to the deadlines...

August 5, 2019

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Membership,   Notice is hereby given for the Taekwondo Ontario’s 2019 Annual General Meeting to be held at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel – Toronto Pearson International Airport Terminal 3 on October 5, 2019 at 12:00 pm. Please read the documents thoroughly in relation to the meeting and respond promptly to the stated deadlines: Notice of AGM Appointment of Proxy Certificate of Residency Best Regards,   Master Sungmin Son Secretary Taekwondo Ontario

August 5, 2019

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please see the athlete and coaches list for the upcoming Taekwondo Ontario – Provincial Selection Game # 1 2019-2020 Provincials Game 1 – Coaches List Final 2019-2020 Provincials Game 1 – Sparring List Final 2019-2020 Provincials Game 1 – Recognized Individual Poomsae List Final 2019-2020 Provincials Game 1 – Freestyle Individual Poomsae List Final 2019-2020 Provincials Game 1 – Recognized Pair Poomsae List Final 2019-2020 Provincials Game 1 – Recognized Team Poomsae List Final 2019-2020 Provincials...

June 27, 2019

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, As part of our long term development plan, Taekwondo Ontario is committed to the development of Ontario athletes and helping them achieve success at the National and International stage. As part of that commitment, we are pleased to announce that we will be funding the Ontario Provincial Junior Team along with Coaching Staff and a Physician to Korea for training from (July 12 – 30, 2019) for approximately 3 weeks. In addition to the training, the team will compete at the G1 Ranked...

June 7, 2019

2018-2019 Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program Updated 02-27-2019 Finalized List of Ontario Card Nominations Announced! Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce the finalized list of athletes and alternates who have been nominated for Ontario Cards under the 2018-2019 Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program (OAAP). The athletes nominated were selected using the sport specific selection criteria developed by Taekwondo Ontario and applied by (the) Selection Committee.   Athlete Name Card Type Rachel Cuma Full Ruxandra Rodgers Full Jordan Stewart Full Teana Averbeck Full...

February 18, 2019

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note that the 2018-2019 Quest For Gold criteria has now been released. The nominations will be due on February 1, 2019. Kindly read the criteria document below and please ensure that the required documents (1) Athlete Agreement and (2) Point Summary Sheet on page 6 are both fully completed and submitted by the due date. Taekwondo Ontario is not responsible for incomplete applications. Update Jan 16, 2019 – For clarification of Cadets: “In order for...

January 14, 2019

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce the following individuals have been appointed and approved as part of the Team Ontario delegation to the upcoming 2019 Canadian National Taekwondo Championship in Quebec City, QC from January 10 to 12, 2019. Head of Team – Master In Kyung Kim Team Manager / Performance Analyst – Master Sun Mi Park Head Coach – Master George Koh Kyorugi Coach – Master Sung Min Son Kyorugi Coach – Master Matthew Ross...

January 9, 2019

Please note that Team Ontario jackets for eligible athletes can be picked up from our sponsor at the following address and times below. *For clarification, the eligible athletes are those who won 1st place at the September 30th, 2018 Provincial Selection Game #1 who will be attending the Nationals Championship in Quebec 2019. Results: Cadet Junior Senior Poomsae Captain Sports 351 Steelcase Rd W Unit #3, Markham, ON L3R 4H9 905-946-0800 Monday January 7, 2019 1 pm to 4:30 pm Tuesday...

January 4, 2019

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Membership, After careful consideration, Taekwondo Ontario has decided not to proceed with Provincial Games #2. This means that there will be no penalty in regards to the January 2019 Nationals event, for athletes who did not participate at Provincial Game #1 that was held on September 30th 2018. Going forward our new organizational team’s goal is to schedule future Provincial Games with more advanced notice to athletes, coaches and referees so that they can prepare and schedule accordingly. We wish...

October 29, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community,   Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce that we will be holding a Provincial Poomsae Referee Seminar on October 28, 2018 at the Toronto Pan Am Centre (TPASC). Please visit our website using the link below for further information and to register. Event Calendar Please note that all participants must be current members of Taekwondo Ontario in good standing and can only register through their account.   Regards, Master Tong  

October 15, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Grand Master Sam Park, father of Master Chris Park. Grand Master Park was one of the founding members and former President of Taekwondo Ontario. He was also one of the founding members of Taekwondo Canada. Grand Master Park had an enormous contribution to the promotion of Taekwondo in Ontario. Our thoughts and prayers are with Master Park and his family as they go through this difficult time....

October 15, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Members, On behalf of Taekwondo Ontario, we wish to express our sincerest apology for the unacceptable wait times and disorganization with respect to this past Provincial Game that resulted in long wait times for the athletes, coaches, spectators and families. We have received a lot of feedback and we will be reviewing to ensure that the issues with this event are rectified for the next Provincial Game. Despite the setbacks yesterday, we would like to recognize the...

October 1, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Membership, Please see attached Kyorugi Draws for the 2018-2019 Provincial Game #1. Click here to view. Regards, Master Tong  

September 29, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Members, Please see the attached registered for the upcoming 2018-2019 Provincial Game #1 on September 30, 2018 at the Markham Pan Am Centre. Please note that the deadline for changes or corrections is Saturday September 29, 2018 at 12 noon. All changes must be sent to via email to ed@taekwondo-ontario.com. Coaches List Kyorugi Athletes List Poomsae Female Individual Cadet Female Individual Junior Female Individual U30 Female Individual U40 Female Individual U50 Female Individual U60 Female Individual Youth Freestyle...

September 28, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Membership, Based on feedback received, we will be holding two weigh-ins on Saturday September 29, 2018 to accommodate athletes that originally made plans to arrive later in the evening. As such, the weigh-ins will be held as follows: Markham Pan Am Centre 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Regards, Master Tong

September 28, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Membership, Please note that the weigh-in time for Provincial Game #1 has been changed to Saturday September 29, 2018 from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Markham Pan Am Centre. The random weigh-in which applies only Senior athletes will commence at 8 am on Sunday September 30, 2018. All Senior athletes are to be present for 8 am in the event that you are selected. If you are not present when called, you will be disqualified. There will be test...

September 27, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Members: Notice is hereby given of Taekwondo Ontario’s 2018 Annual General Meeting of members to be held on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 12 noon at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel in the Toronto Pearson International Airport (Terminal 3). Documents below to follow shortly: Notice of Annual General Meeting 2018 Certificate of Residency & Citizenship Appointment of Proxy Kindly read the documents thoroughly and respond promptly to the deadlines stated with regards to “Certificate of Residency” and the...

September 27, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note the 2018-2019 Provincial Game #1 Package is up and the online registration is now open. Regards, Master Tong

September 12, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note that the online registration for the 2018-2019 Provincial Kyorugi Referee Seminar is now open. You can register by going to the Events section of the Taekwondo Ontario website to register. Event Calendar Please note that participants and their club must be members in good standing with Taekwondo Ontario as at September 1, 2018. You can renew your account by logging-in online. Regards, Master Tong      

September 11, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note that the 2018-2019 Provincial Poomsae Referee Seminar originally scheduled for September 23, 2018 has been cancelled due to scheduling conflicts with the Course Conductor. Sorry for the inconvenience and we will update the membership as to when the next Provincial Poomsae Referee Seminar will be held when it is determined. Regards, Master Tong

September 11, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note that the online registration for the provincials will be up soon! We will update as soon as it is ready. Thanks for your patience. Master Tong

September 10, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Members, Please note that the Taekwondo Ontario Membership Registration system will be down for maintenance from 7pm for several hours as we perform enhancements and upgrades before opening membership renewals and registration for the upcoming 2018-2019 season. Thank you for your patience. Master Tong  

August 1, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Members, Please note that the 2018-2019 tournament event schedule for competitions held between September 1, 2018 to August 31, 2019 has now been posted to the website and can be viewed using the link below. http://taekwondo-ontario.com/event-calendar/ Please join our check our TO website and join our Facebook Group for regular updates. Regards, Master Tong

July 17, 2018

Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce that the Referee Committee will be hosting a complimentary  FREE information session to cover the latest WT Competition Rules for Kyorugi and Poomsae. As there have been significant changes to the rules, this session will cover the latest competition rule updates released by World Taekwondo from the recent Kyorugi and Poomsae International Referee Seminar and Refresher Course in Burnaby, BC. as well as the amended interpretations from the Roma 2018 Grand Prix held recently at...

June 7, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, A number of individuals have expressed concern in regards to the points accumulation for Quest for Gold and Provincial Team Selection to attend Nationals in January 2019. Given that the Provincial Team Selection criteria and policy has not yet been approved by the Board and published to the greater membership, we will remove the points accumulation for 2018-2019 Taekwondo Ontario High Performance Training Camp #1 to ensure that the policy is fair and equitable and that...

May 28, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, The Taekwondo Ontario Provincial Selection Game #1 will be held on Sunday September 30, 2018 at the Markham Pan Am Centre. Please note that in order to qualify to attend the 2019 Canadian National Championships in Quebec City, mandatory attendance at both 2018-2019 Taekwondo Ontario Provincial Selection Games is required. A new policy will be rolled out in the coming weeks with additional details elaborating on the criterion to attend. Kind Regards, Master Tong    

May 19, 2018

Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the our first Taekwondo Ontario High Performance training camp of the 2018-2019 season. The training camp will be held on June 2 – 3, 2018 at: Sport Taekwondo – Burlington 2007 Mount Forest Drive Burlington, ON, L7P 1H4 Costs: Saturday (June 2nd) Only – $30 Sunday (June 3rd) Only – $50 Both Days (June 2-3) – $50 *2017-2018 Provincial & Nationals Champions are free. For more information and to see the training schedule...

May 19, 2018

May 7, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Our deepest condolences goes out to the Master Rocco, Frances and the D’Amico family on the loss of  Anne Marie D’Amico who was killed in the senseless act of violence that occurred yesterday. Ms. D’Amico was a student at Young Choung Taekwondo . Our thoughts and prayers are with the family as they go through this difficult time. Master In Kyung Kim  

April 25, 2018

2017-2018 Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program FINAL List of Ontario Card Nominations Announced! Taekwondo Ontario is pleased to announce a draft list of athletes who have been nominated for Ontario Cards under the 2017-2018 Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program (OAAP). The athletes nominated were selected using the sport specific selection criteria developed by Taekwondo Ontario, approved by its Board of Directors and applied by (the) Selection Committee.   Athlete Name Card Type Rachel Cuma Full...

February 21, 2018

Taekwondo Ontario Team Jacket Pickup Information Dates: Friday, February, 09, 2018  – 1-4pm Monday, February, 12, 2018 – 1-4pm Location:   Captain Sports 351 Steelcase Rd W #3, Markham, ON L3R 4H9 If your not able to pick up on the following dates please contact Master John Huh at otavp2@gmail.com to make alternate arrangements. Thank you, Master Tong

February 5, 2018

Thank you to all the athletes for submitting your jacket sizes. Kindly check the confirmed list of jacket sizes. Cadets Juniors Seniors Poomsae If there are any errors with respect to the size on the list, please send an email to Master Son at sky7son@gmail.com. We will provide the pickup information on Monday after discussion with our sponsor. *We will not accept any late requests for jackets unless there was a technical mistake by Taekwondo Ontario Thank you, Master Son

February 3, 2018

Dear Grand Masters, Masters and Head Instructors, Please note that Taekwondo Ontario is currently in the process of revising the Event Sanctioning policy and process for the upcoming 2018-2019 season. The current Event Sanctioning policy will stay in effect for all events held up to the end of the 2017-2018 season ending August 31, 2018. We are aiming to have a revised Event Sanctioning policy approved by March 2018. As such, Taekwondo Ontario will not be accepting any applications to...

February 3, 2018

Good Evening, Just a reminder that sizing for the Team Ontario jacket must be emailed to Master Sung Min Son no later than February 1, 2018. Details for the jacket eligibility and sizing can be found here. Regards, Master Tong

February 1, 2018

Good Evening, Just a reminder that submissions for the 2017-2018 Quest For Gold applications are due February 1, 2018. No applications will be accepted past the deadline. Please submit the application to info@taekwondo-ontario.com. Information regarding the criteria and application forms can be found here. Master Tong

February 1, 2018

Congratulations to the following athletes that qualified for the exclusive Taekwondo Ontario Team Jacket for the upcoming Canadian National Championships. List This was the criteria that was used: 1)      1st place at the Provincial Game #1 (September 16/17) 2)      1st and 2nd place at the Provincial Game #2 ( January 6th) 3)      ** Special exceptions extending to 3rd place athletes in Game #2 if the 1st or 2nd place athlete in their division has won 1st place in Game #1. Please email the following to receive your team Jacket: 1)      Name and...

January 29, 2018

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community, Please note that the 2017-2018 Quest For Gold criteria has now been released. The nominations will be due on February 1, 2018. Kindly read the criteria document below and please ensure that the required documents (1) Athlete Agreement and (2) Point Summary Sheet on page 6 are both fully completed and submitted by the due date. Taekwondo Ontario is not responsible for incomplete applications. 2017-2018 Quest for Gold Criteria 2017-2018 QFG Athlete Agreement 2017-2018 QFG Athlete...

January 26, 2018

Please see the Draws & Schedule for the Jan 6, 2018 Taekwondo Ontario Provincial Game #2. Kyorugi Draw with repechage Please find sparring brackets for the 2018-01-06 Ontario Provincial Event below. Schedule and call time will be as follows: 8:00 am – Senior 10:00 am – Cadet (approximate, but no earlier) 1:00 pm – Junior (approximate, but no earlier) Entire weight divisions will be called to control desk together, match-numbered, and assigned to available ring (usually two weight divisions per ring). Ring...

January 4, 2018

Please see the competitor lists for the upcoming Jan 6, 2018 Taekwondo Ontario – Provincial Game # 2 below: Kyorugi Poomsae   The draws will be posted tomorrow. Master Tong

January 4, 2018

With the close of registration for the upcoming Taekwondo Ontario – Provincial Game #2 at midnight tonight, this notice is to inform all athletes that should they wish to change weight divisions, the request must be made via email to info@taekwondo-ontario.com no later than 9 pm EST Wednesday January 3, 2018.   Master Tong

January 2, 2018

Please note that upon consultation with the Taekwondo Ontario Medical Committee, the Medical Declaration Form has been updated and a Fit to Fight Form has also been added. The amendment in the Medical Declaration Form centers around the inability for the attending physician at the competition to perform pre-assessments of athletes that sustain an injury within the past 60 days leading up to the competition due to insurance and liability coverage of the physician. As such, if the athlete sustains an injury...

December 31, 2017

Please note that online registration for Taekwondo Ontario Provincial Game #2 is now open. Register at www.taekwondo-ontario.com by click on the Taekwondo Ontario Provincials icon on the homepage. Master Tong

December 19, 2017

Dear Taekwondo Ontario Community: We have received many inquiries regarding the upcoming Provincial Championships to be held on January 6, 2018 and would like to confirm that the competition will be in fact be held as scheduled on January 6, 2018 starting at 8 am as per the Event Schedule and posting on September 15, 2017. Attached is the tournament package for informational purposes only. Please click here to view. In addition, please read below and note the following information and changes:...

December 18, 2017

Taekwondo Ontario is happy to announce the Permanent spot fee has reduced to $350 for Kyorugi and $175 for Poomsae for Taekwondo Ontario Athlete Development Program (TOADP) for the 2017/2018 season, from November 2017 to June 2018.  Drop in fee remains the same, One day – $30 and Weekend – $40.   Take advantage of this opportunity and register now.  TOADP Permanent Spot Registration  Cadet Kyorugi kicks off this weekend, Saturday, November 25 and 26 – 12:30pm to 3:30pm. Drop in registration is open.  Nov...

December 17, 2017

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