• Head Instructor: Rich Montgomery
• My email: Rich@FiveRingsTKD.com
• I will get back to you to answer any question.
• My number for immediate help is 801-450-5354.

We Are A Member of the Utah Martial Arts Alliance

Thursday Classes

Classes taught Thursday evenings at the Copperview Recreation Center
see registration and fees page for more information.

Copperview Recreation Center
8446 South Harrison Street (300 W)
Midvale, UT 84047
Phone: (385) 468-1515

Taekwon Do is a martial art that has been employed by military and police departments to teach defense and control. It is also a popular way to learn self defense and personal protection and awareness. By learning Tae Kwon Do a person is able to increase flexibility through stretching and will increase strength, focus, conditioning, and agility through kicking, punching, and patterns training.

The Martial Arts Alliance ties several martial arts schools in Utah together, most practice Taekwon Do as their foundational art. Mr. Rich Montgomery is the head instructor at this school in the Copperview Recreation Center. Mr. Montgomery has been in the martial arts for over 30 years and instructed students of all ages. The course of study will cover stretching, conditioning, patterns, self defense, and none contact sparing. Kup Belt advancement (all advancement prior to black belt) is performed through Five Rings TKD. Black belt advancement is overseen by the Martial Arts Alliance Masters Board.

Get in shape, learn self defense, and earn your black belt here.

This is a family friendly atmosphere and we encourage families to participate together.

BEHIND WHAT WE TEACH

Tenets of Taekwondo:

There are five tenets – that is, principles – of historic Taekwondo practitioners. The Tenets of Taekwondo trace their history back to the Hwa Rang Do practices.

Courtesy (Ye Ui)
One instructor put it simply: “Treat others as you wish to be treated.” It is the Golden Rule, found in many religions and philosophies. There’s a reason this tenet is first on the list. Showing courtesy to others is showing respect and understanding for others in all aspects of life.

Integrity (Yom Chi )
Integrity is a vital part of character. It can be thought of as doing the right thing. However, it’s broader than that. It’s adhering to a high code of values. One of my instructors said, “Are you able to look at yourself in the mirror and know you did the right thing in all situations?” Are you living your life as you should? Are you guilty of wrong doing? Are you honest with yourself and with others?

Perseverance (In Nae )
Perseverance is more than not giving up in difficult situations. It’s also developing disciplines that enable you to accomplish your goals. This helps you through hard times. For instance, Say You become injured, this tenet does not require you to continue practice, but it does require you to live a life of integrity even without Taekwondo for that time.

Self-Control (Kuk Chi)
One of my instructors said, “There is only one person in your life you have complete control over, and you look at him/her every day in the mirror.” Part of self-control is developing the discipline to handle tough situations without out-of-control emotions or fighting; however, learning to control your personal habits, your eating, your work habits, and your relationships is also a large part of self-control.

Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgool)
This is the culmination of the other four tenets. You’ve probably heard the expression, “Give 110%.” Do your best, not only in your Taekwondo training, but also in other aspects of your life. Do your best, try hard, be modest about your abilities, and be respectful of those who have already accomplished what you are working towards.

The Taekwondo Oath:

I shall observe the tenets of Taekwondo.

I shall respect my instructors and seniors.

I shall never misuse Taekwondo.

I shall be a champion of freedom and justice.

I shall build a more peaceful world.