programs

Traditional Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan martial art instruction certified by the US Soo Bahk Do MDK Fed. Inc.  Our programs are individually tailored with special classes for adults, children, seniors (79+), and young children (as young as four).

Pre K Program:
Children as young as 4 years old can benefit from the supportive, nurturing, teaching environment at Winding River.  The Pre K Martial arts program is specifically designed for young children.  The classes are 30 minutes each with 2x weekly attendance recommended.  Curriculum focuses on developing skills of concentration and listening, ability to focus and follow directions, respectful behaviors, development of coordination, and practical self-defense and safety drills.  Children and adults with various learning disabilities such as autism, Asberger’s syndrome, ADD, and ADHD have benefited from the individual attention and specific training methodologies employed in our Pre K classes.

Children’s Program:
Our supportive, nurturing environment continues in the Children’s Beginner and Advanced Programs.  The instructors provide consistent discipline and positive reinforcement while teaching valuable self-defense skills.  Character building traits such as courage and perseverance are taught through the physical lessons of Soo Bahk Do.  Self-confidence and self esteem increases as students progress through the different levels, reflecting their improvement in mind-body harmony.  Winding River supports the total educational process by requiring schoolteacher feedback reports before a student is recommended for rank testing.

Teen Programs:
Preteens and teens face many challenges both internal and external.  Changing body chemistry, growth spurts with the accompanying physical awkwardness, and unhealthy peer pressures all contribute to low self-esteem, trouble focusing, negative attitudes, and poor self-discipline.  The training at Winding River replaces awkwardness with physical prowess and improved athletic ability.  The deep levels of self-confidence and self-defense skills gained from this practice help young people to resist unhealthy peer pressures and negative attitudes.  Children and teens in our Leadership Training Program learn how to be positive role models for others and community leaders who contribute to society.  As children 9-14 are the most at risk for child abduction, the higher levels of awareness as well as defensive techniques help insure their safety, even when they are away from home.

Young Adult Programs:
Soo Bahk Do martial art instruction is an excellent physical and mental pursuit for college students and young professionals.  Our martial art is part of many college physical education programs.  Our head instructor, Master Frank Schermerhorn began training in just such a program as a college freshman in 1972.  He became the head instructor in that program before he graduated. Because of the standards and unity of the US Soo Bahk Do MDK Federation, students who begin training at home and then leave for college can often continue training in their college towns.  Many young instructors have taught Soo Bahk Do at their universities.  When school is over and the work life has begun, Soo Bahk Do can fill in the gap when school sports are no longer available.  As there is no “season” for Martial art training, you can enjoy the benefits year round.  In the social realm, Winding River is a great place to meet other positive thinking, health conscious adults.  We offer discounted program rates for college students.

Adult Program:
Winding River provides inspirational instruction to help you achieve new levels of physical coordination and mental acuity.  You may think your athletic peak was in high school and college, but adult students of Soo Bahk Do report being in the best shape of their lives in their thirties and forties.  The exercises and techniques will bring about harmony of mind and body.  Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk KwanÒ training can help reduce the stress of parenthood, work, and family responsibilities while helping you be a better parent and partner.  It’s also an excellent activity that the whole family can do together. The emphasis on the martial art philosophy will apply in many ways to daily life situations that you may face. Learn how to express your artistic and creative self as you seek to perform the perfect technique.  Learn the beauty of the “art” in martial art.  Build your circle of positive friends by attending our social events, demonstrations, tournaments, and seminars.  Learn to protect yourself and/or your family in these sometimes-violent times.  We offer discounted program rates for family members.

Seniors Program:

Senior citizens in our specialized classes are still enjoying an active and healthy lifestyle with better strength, flexibility, and balance.  The traditions and long history of our art recognize and value the knowledge and life experience of mature adults.  We take advantage of ancient and modern training techniques for rejuvenating your physical condition while stimulating your mind. Our senior students have a lot more to talk about than their medical problems. Students who begin training after 50 often notice increased awareness, better memory, and quicker decision-making ability.  Students in their 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and even 90’s have enjoyed the benefits of Soo Bahk Do around the world.  The national and international travel opportunities presented to you as a member of the Moo Duk Kwan will open the doors to see the world while traveling under the umbrella of security offered by your fellow practitioners. Enjoy a safe, comfortable training environment while making new friends.  Learn the skills of self-protection, which can make you a difficult target for crime and violence.  Winding River offers special discounted rates for students 62 and over.          

 Kickboxing Aerobics Classes based on a core of traditional martial art experience with an expertise in Exercise Physiology and years of experience in Fitness class instruction.  In these classes we focus on fitness, with a balanced workout including flexibility, strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, and coordination drills.  A kickboxing class can burn about 800 calories in an hour! Our kickboxing aerobics classes are available 4x/week, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings, and Saturday mornings.  Students can pay a drop in fee or save money by paying by the month.  We will work with your corporate fitness plans as well as set up discounts for 6 or more students from the same workplace.

Outreach programs are offered in several local school districts, recreation centers, and specialized venues.  Right now we have discounted programs at:  Brookside Elementary School (Susquehanna Valley), Homer Brink (Maine-Endwell), Whitney Point Intermediate, and the Jewish Community Center.  We also have had programs for Lourdes Youth Services, Harpursville High Risk Teen Center, St. Joseph’s Elementary School, Professional Employees Federation Women’s Group, and Boscov’s Department Store. (note change here)Ý