USATKD LAUNCHPAD
The USATKD Launchpad Curriculum is developed by Olympic Coaches Paul Green, Gareth Brown, Stephen Lambdin and Strength & Conditioning Coach Tim Thackrey. Behind every iconic Team USA moment stands this group of elite coaches with decades of combined experience. They share wisdom earned through international battles, insights forged in Olympic arenas, and a passion for developing the next generation of champions. Unlock your potential with the FREE USATKD Sparring Online Curriculum. These courses align with traditional Taekwondo sparring skill advancement and provide structured learning that reinforces discipline, technique, and personal growth. LET THE USATKD LAUNCHPAD FUEL YOUR POTENTIAL AND INSPIRE YOU TO REACH NEW HEIGHTS!
LEVEL 1 - FOUNDATION
CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THIS FREE COURSE!, opens in a new tabThe Foundation course focuses on three essential sparring pillars -
- Core techniques - learning and mastering fundamental kicks that form the backbone of Taekwondo.
- Movement- Developing agility, balance and coordination to enhance fluidity in both offensive and defensive maneuvers.
- Flexibility - Improving range of motion and mobility to support powerful, efficient techniques.
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LEVEL 2 - CONTROL
The Control course focuses on refining precision, balance and emphasizes key sparring techniques that enhance an athlete's ability to control movement:
- Leg Holds - Develop strength and stability to maintain controlled kicking positions
- Cut and Axe Kick - Mastering defensive and offensive techniques while executing powerful strikes with accuracy and timing.
- Punch - Enhancing speed, technique, and impact for effective close-range attacks.
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LEVEL 3 - ADAPTABILITY
The Adaptability course is designed to expand an athlete's adaptability and strategic thinking in Taekwondo sparring. It introduces techniques that enhance versatility and responsiveness:
- Cresent Kick - A dynamic, circular kick use for offense and defense & clinch
- Evasion - Mastering movement strategies to avoid attacks while maintaining balance and readiness
- Cut, then Kick and Clinch Turn Kick - Combination techniques that disrupt an opponent's stance before delivering a decisive, powerful kick
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LEVEL 4 - APPLICATION
The Application course is designed to help sparring athletes translate their skills into real-world scenarios with precision and strategy. This stage focuses on key elements:
- Cover - Developing defensive positioning to deflect attacks effectively.
- Hook Kick and High Chamber - Mastering the curved trajectory of this powerful strike for both offense and defense situations while also delivering to particular body position.
- Step Sparring - Enhancing footwork and tactical movement to create openings and control the match.
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LEVEL 5 - ADVANCEMENT
The Advancement course is designed to push sparring athletes toward higher levels of mastery, refining their skills and techniques for next level performance. This state focuses on precision, power and strategic execution.
Wall drills and Coordination - Strengthening balance, control and kicking through resistance and stability exercises and developing seamless transitions between movements.
Back Kick - Perfecting one of Taekwondo's most powerful counterattacks with accuracy and explosiveness.
2nd Phase - Advancing tactical awareness and adaptability in competition and developing the next intention of the game.
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WHAT'S NEXT?
CHECK OUT THE UNIVERSITY COURSES TODAY!, opens in a new tabUNIVERSITY SPORT TAEKWONDO COURSES
The USA Taekwondo University Sport Taekwondo Degree courses provide a unique opportunity for athletes to push themselves to new levels of skill and ability. By challenging themselves to progress through each level, athletes can unlock their full potential and achieve greatness in the sport of taekwondo. Take the next step towards greatness and enroll in a Sport Taekwondo Degree Course at USA Taekwondo University today.
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