CANCELLED – 2022-2023 Provincial Selection Game #1 (Kyorugi)

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...

2022-2023 Taekwondo Ontario Membership Renewal

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

Day 1 Ontario Athlete Medal Results – 2022 WT Presidents Cup Pan Am Region

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...

WT President’s Cup Pan American Region 2022 – Jacksonville, FL

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

2021-2022 Provincial Referee Seminar – Kyorugi (Online Registration Now Open)

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,...

Save the Date! 2022-2023 Season Provincials & Talent ID Training Camps

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...

Congratulations Noah Nacsa!

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.    

Participants Needed – Taekwondo Study

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!!!!

Ontario Medal Results at Goyang 2022 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships

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...

Best Wishes – Goyang 2022 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships

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...

COVID-19 Vaccination and Face Masks at 2022 Canadian National Kyorugi Championships (April 15-17, 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...

Master Myung Sun Jung Passing

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...

Statement to the Taekwondo Ontario Membership

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...

NCCP Dojang Coach (DC) Course Offering (Sep 26-27, 2020) – Subsidized by Coaches Association of Ontario for National Coaches Week

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...

Food Cravings in Post-concussive Population Study

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...

NCCP Dojang Coach (DC) Course Offering (Aug 15-16, 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...

NCCP Assistant Instructor (AI) Course Offering (Aug 8-9, 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 10, 2020 – COVID-19 – TO Stage 2 Return to Play Training Protocol Guideline

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

Attention Ontario Coaches – 2020 NCCP Performance Coach (PC) Support Program

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 8, 2020 – COVID-19 – TO Stage 1 Return to Play Training Protocol Guideline

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...

May 14, 2020 Ontario Government Detailed List of Stage 1 Openings Announcement

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...

Update – Member Club Closures Extended – 04/23/2020

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....

2019-2020 Quest for Gold – Final List of Ontario Card Nominations Announced!

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...

Immediate Member Club Closures – 03/17/2020

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...

2019-2020 Quest For Gold Criteria & Nominations

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...

2019-2020 High Performance Training Camp #3

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,...

2019-2020 High Performance Training Camp #2

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...

2019-2020 High Performance Training Camp #1

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...

2019-2020 Provincial Game #2 – Missing Awards

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...

2019-2020 Provincial Game #2 – Senior Random Weigh-In

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.  

2019-2020 Provincial Game #2 – Kyorugi Draws

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)

2019-2020 Provincial Game #2 – Final Participant List / Poomsae Draws (Amended)

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...

2019 Nominated Election Candidates

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

Notice of Election – October 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...

Notice of Annual General Meeting – October 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

2019-2020 Provincial Game # 1 – Coach / Athlete Lists & Poomsae Draws

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...

Ontario Provincial Junior Team – Korea Training Camp

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...

2018-2019 Quest for Gold – Finalized List of Ontario Card Nominations Announced!

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...

2018-2019 Quest For Gold Criteria & Nominations (Updated 01-16-2019)

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...

Team Ontario Delegation to 2019 Canadian National Taekwondo Championships in Quebec City

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...

UPDATE – Team Ontario Jacket Pickup Information for 2019 Quebec Nationals

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...

2018-2019 Provincial Game #2 Cancellation

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...

2018 – 2019 Provincial Poomsae Referee Seminar (October 28, 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  

Grand Master Sam Park Passing

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....

Provincial Game #1 – Public Apology to Membership

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...

2018-2019 Provincial Game # 1 – Kyorugi Draws

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

2018-2019 Provincial Game # 1 – Lists (Updated)

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...

Provincial Update #2 – Weigh-in Clarification

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

Provincials Game #1 Update – Weigh-In / Senior Random Weigh-In

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...

2018 Notice of AGM

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...

2018 – 2019 Provincial Game # 1 (Package & Online Registration Open)

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

2018-2019 Provincial Referee Seminar – Kyorugi (Online Registration Now Open)

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      

2018-2019 Provincial Referee Seminar – Poomsae (Cancelled)

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

2018 – 2019 Provincial Game # 1 – Update

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

Membership Registration System Maintenance Notice

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  

2018-2019 Season Tournament Event Schedule Posted

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

FREE – New WT Competition Rule Update Information Session (Kyorugi/Poomsae)

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...

Provincial Team Selection Policy & Points Accumulation Clarification

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...

2018-2019 Provincial Selection Game # 1

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    

2018-2019 Taekwondo Ontario High Performance Training Camp # 1

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...

Notice from Taekwondo Canada Regarding Coach Shin Wook Lim

Ms. Anne Marie D’Amico

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  

2017-2018 QFG – Final List of Ontario Card Nominations Announced

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...

Taekwondo Ontario Team Jacket Pickup

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

Taekwondo Ontario Team Jackets Update

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

2018 – 2019 Event Sanctioning Notice

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...

REMINDER – Team Ontario Jacket Sizing

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

DEADLINE – February 1, 2018 – 2017-2018 Quest For Gold Applications

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

2018 Taekwondo Ontario Team Jacket

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...

2017-2018 Quest For Gold Criteria & Nominations

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...

Provincial Game # 2 – All Draws & Schedule

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...

Provincial Game # 2 – Competitor Lists

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

Provincial Game #2 – Weight Division Change Deadline

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

Medical Declaration & Fit to Fight Form

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...

Taekwondo Ontario – Provincial Game # 2 Update

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

Taekwondo Ontario – Provincial Game # 2

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:...

Special Announcement – TODAP

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...