Our Programs & Classes

Students and enthusiasts of Tang Soo Do have many reasons for their interest in this and other martial art styles. Some are drawn to the physical fitness and weight-loss aspects of training. Others seek to add discipline and self control to their lives. While still others are concerned about safety and self-defense.

Whether you are interested in our programs for mental or physical well being, Yi's Karate Institute of Atco offers a number of programs that will fit your developmental needs and your busy schedule as well.

Tang Soo Do Ours is a traditional style focusing on honor, integrity and discipline. We strive to instill honorable values in our students so that they may be as prepared as possible for nature's constant changes. We challenge students to try their best both physically and mentally. We do not emphasize any one component of the art (such as fighting), but all areas are emphasized to assure balance of mind, body, and spirit. Our ultimate objectives are: Self-defense Health- we promote our physical and mental health Self-improvement- we strive to improve character by instilling confidence and discipline through our training program. Our expectations are high for all our students, but we understand improvement comes through the student's effort, one step at a time. Instructors show the way and motivate the student when required, but ultimately all the students must earn their way through the ranks, for it is the journey towards the goal that is most important. Integrity, honor, respect, discipline and responsibility are products of this effort.

Tang Soo Do - Little Dragons The Little Dragons program is a program for children four and five years old. Using traditional Tang Soo Do techniques, they will learn the basic fundamentals required to succeed in school and in life. They will learn to work as teams, follow directions given to a group and develop: Self-esteem, self-confidence, self-discipline and self-control as they learn how to interact with the world around them and in their ability to accomplish whatever task they begin. a positive attitude and the persistence to succeed. excitement for learning and being part of a group goal setting as they strive to achieve the next rank level. focus and concentration as they learn to work individually and as part of a team. motor skills development: Our program helps develop balance, coordination and timing - which will improve performance in many other physical activities.

Combat Hapkido Combat Hapkido training is structured in such a way that the practitioner feels it as a self-defense thus avoiding any false impressions. This training program requires patience, devotion and care for what we are doing but this is also why this martial art is so special and unique. The learning stages of Hapkido are carefully studied in order to introduce the practitioner gradually to this beautiful art. Here are some of them: Theory, history & philosophy of Hapkido. Physical training (i.e. stretching). Learn how to pace and have an upright posture. Breathing techniques. Body balance and proper shifting of the center of gravity. Safe way of falling down (falls). Hapkido basic techniques. Simple forms of self-defense. Advanced self-defense techniques. Weapons (Staff, Sword, Cane etc). Pressure points. Psychological support: how to face an attack.

TaiChi Tai Chi Chuan is an extremely effective Chinese martial art, but is probably best known today for its phenomenal health benefits. Tai Chi's gentle, flowing motions are simple and natural, making the practice of Tai Chi a safe and healthful exercise. The practice of Tai Chi is very low impact making it a perfect discipline for both men and women of all ages. Tai Chi practice involves intense concentration on your immediate activity with an emphasis on complete relaxation. This combination of the mind being focused on the body’s soft, fluid movements is one reason tai chi is often referred to as "meditation in motion”. TaiChi classes are offered on a drop-in basis and are open to all. The focus is primarily on the Yang Style Long Form, but is supplemented by study of QiGong. There is no testing or belt/sash program for Tai Chi at Yi's. Please join us at meetup.com for more detailed information on TaiChi at Yi's!

Please Contact Us if you have any questions about our programs or would like to know about other programs that may not be listed here.