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Robert Hean added 4 events
August 20, 2009
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Lemonade Fundraiser! at Tulen Center
August 14, 2009 from 12pm to 1pm
Tulen Center will be hosting Free Bird, an organization that raises money for kids with cancer who can't pay their medical bills. Our kids will be having a lemonade/cookies/muffin sale at 10004 SW Canyon Road between 12 and 1 PM on Friday, August 14…
August 13, 2009
Robert Hean added a blog post
Each martial art focuses on different skills. Some focus on grappling, others focus on striking, some on kicking, and still others on meditation. Despite the apparent focus on any given skill, every martial art will teach its students a core set of…
July 30, 2009
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September 12, 2009 from 1pm to 4pm
Join us at the Tulen Center for a FREE women's self-defense class! Help transform fear into action by learning effective and easy self-defense strategies and movements. You can register for this free event by contacting the Tulen Center, their infor…
July 22, 2009
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The martial arts are for everyone, not just exceptionally gifted athletes. Everyone can benefit from the lessons learned training a martial art, from the physical conditioning to the mental discipline, there is something of value for you in training…
July 21, 2009
Robert Hean added an event
September 12, 2009 from 1pm to 4pm
Join us at the Tulen Center for a FREE women's self-defense class! Help transform fear into action by learning effective and easy self-defense strategies and movements. See our website for to register and for more information.
July 20, 2009
Robert Hean added a blog post
Where should I train a martial art? The martial arts have been a popular activity in this country since Karate Kid was on the big screen (if not before!). Back in the day your town might be lucky enough to have one Karate school, and if you were re…
July 14, 2009
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A very common question I get from parents is “Is this is the best martial art for my child?”. As much as I would love to say yes and get another student at my school, I never do. I almost always answer with two questions. The first is “Do they have…
July 1, 2009
There are some great kids martial arts programs at the Tulen Center in South West portland and One WIth Heart on SE. Links are below if you are interested. My suggestion if you are looking into a martial art for you child (or yourself!) is to find s…
June 25, 2009
Robert Hean joined Kelli's group
Looking for fun things to do with the kids? Let’s share information about Portland area baby/toddler/kid friendly places, activities, events, music, and restaurants. Maybe even meet for an occasional walk with the strollers for us new parents!
June 25, 2009
I went to Lewis and Clark College which has a fitness requirement. The list includes things like yoga, running, weight lifting and so on. My friend invited me to a martial arts class called "Poekoelan", something I had never heard of, but since I wa…
June 25, 2009
Portland Fitness is a way of life- we have everything you need to know about how to stay fit in Portland, plus a supporting group of people just like you!
June 25, 2009
Poekoelan is an Indonesian martial art rooted in self-defense. Student's begin their training in Cun Tao, which means self-defense, and focus on learning escapes to over 100 different attacks. Classes offer a great workout, in a fun, non-competitive…
June 25, 2009
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Opportunities for training Poekoelan in Portland.
June 25, 2009
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Kids Self-Defense Day Camp at Tulen Center South West
July 27, 2009 to July 31, 2009
Self Defense Day Camp This camp is perfect for children whose parents want them to: * learn amazing self defense skills * practice dealing with stranger, familiar adult and bullying scenarios * be able to speak up for themselves and feel safe * inc…
June 25, 2009
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June 25, 2009

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Hi Robert, welcome and thanks for joining!
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Welcome, Robert!

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Which Portland neighborhood do you call home?
Hillsdale
What's your favorite Portland neighborhood and why?
West Slope. Lots of trees (and Rhodies!). Seems quite laid back, and there's some great forested areas to get lost in.

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What do kids get from the martial arts?

Each martial art focuses on different skills. Some focus on grappling, others focus on striking, some on kicking, and still others on meditation. Despite the apparent focus on any given skill, every martial art will teach its students a core set of skills. Physical fitness, self-discipline, and self-confidence all are examples of those skills.

Physical Fitness
From the moment they begin class to the minute they end, kids are moving. Whether it’s kicking, punching, running, flipping someo… Continue

Posted on July 30, 2009 at 11:16am —

Robert Hean

Who Should Take a Martial Art?

The martial arts are for everyone, not just exceptionally gifted athletes. Everyone can benefit from the lessons learned training a martial art, from the physical conditioning to the mental discipline, there is something of value for you in training a martial art.

Close your eyes and think about the martial arts. What is the first thing that comes into your head? A bunch of big guys pounding each other senseless? An insanely skilled practitioner doing seemingly impossible acrobatics? A lone mon… Continue

Posted on July 21, 2009 at 7:00pm —

Robert Hean

Where should I train a martial art?

Where should I train a martial art?

The martial arts have been a popular activity in this country since Karate Kid was on the big screen (if not before!). Back in the day your town might be lucky enough to have one Karate school, and if you were really lucky enough your parents would bring you there for lessons. Today in Portland you find three different school teaching five different martial arts on your way to work. So what should you look for when looking into the martial arts?

First… Continue

Posted on July 14, 2009 at 4:31pm —

Robert Hean

How to pick a martial arts school

A very common question I get from parents is “Is this is the best martial art for my child?”. As much as I would love to say yes and get another student at my school, I never do. I almost always answer with two questions. The first is “Do they have fun doing it?”, and the second is “Do you think what we teach is valuable?”.

One of the most important things about a martial art (or any activity) is that you enjoy it. If you absolutely hated it and never had fun, why would you do it? I only train… Continue

Posted on July 1, 2009 at 4:30pm —

 
 
 

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