Wednesday, 20 December 2017
Monday, 18 December 2017
Thursday, 7 December 2017
Wednesday, 29 November 2017
Friday, 10 November 2017
Student of the Week - Paige Wagner
Young Brothers Tae Kwon-Do is proud to announce this week's student of the week, Paige Wagner! Paige is more on the quiet side, but during class this helps keep her focused on putting in her full effort. Paige never goofs off, and she has a very strong mental attitude! Keep up the good work, Paige! Congratulations to Paige on being student of the week!
source http://www.ybtaekwondo.com/single-post/2017/11/10/Student-of-the-Week---Paige-Wagner
Wednesday, 8 November 2017
Wednesday, 1 November 2017
Tuesday, 24 October 2017
Wednesday, 18 October 2017
Saturday, 14 October 2017
Student(s) of the Week - Anya, Arya, and Priya Mohammed
Young Brothers Tae Kwon-Do is proud to announce this week's student(s) of the week, Anya, Arya, and Priya Mohammed! These girls usually come together to the family classes and they put in 110% effort every time. Their unique personalities add a great energy to all the classes they attend. They are all extremely smart, and they enjoy challenging themselves and going the extra mile. Congratulations to the Mohammed sisters on being student(s) of the week!
source http://www.ybtaekwondo.com/single-post/2017/10/13/Students-of-the-Week---Anya-Arya-and-Priya-Mohammed
Wednesday, 11 October 2017
Break-A-Thon Raises $61,604.44
Grand Master David McCloskey and his Break-A-Thon fundraiser participants are seen here presenting a check for $61,604.44 to Yolanda Alexander - Community Engagement Manager for the Houston Food Bank.
Grand Master McCloskey and the Houston area Young Brothers Taekwondo schools partnered with Grand Master Young Bo Kong and the 9 Pittsburgh, PA area sister schools to raise $61,604.44 for the recently depleted Houston Food Bank following relief efforts for Hurricane Harvey victims. With the proceeds, the food bank will be able to prepare more than 184,813 nutritious meals.
Grand Master Kong and the Pittsburgh area schools alone raised $51,574.44 in this effort.
Master Erik Gavula (holding check on left) said he and the Pittsburgh area masters (also shown in this photo) were awed by the fact that the local Houston area schools who were in the eye of the Hurricane still came together to raise funds to help out their fellow Houstonians.
source http://www.ybtaekwondo.com/single-post/2017/10/11/Break-A-Thon-Raises-6160444
Friday, 6 October 2017
Thursday, 28 September 2017
Student of the Week - Hariharan Jayant
Young Brothers Tae Kwon-Do is proud to announce this week's student of the week, Hariharan Jayant! Hari has been training with us for about two years. What makes Hari stand out in class is his passion and willingness to practice hard. Hari exemplifies indomitable spirit with his positive and never-quitting attitude. Hari's favorite kick is step-behind hook kick, and when he grows up he wants to become a police officer! Congratulations to Hariharan on being student of the week!
source http://www.ybtaekwondo.com/single-post/2017/09/28/Student-of-the-Week---Hariharan-Jayant
Saturday, 23 September 2017
Hurricane Harvey Break-A-Thon Success!
We had an amazing turnout today at our Hurricane Harvey Break-A-Thon! We had 41 students raise a phenomenal amount of $7,608! Combined with the other Young Brothers schools, we reached a grand total of about $60,000! We are so proud of the hard-working and committed community of students we have here at Young Brothers Tae Kwon-Do, and we are extremely proud of what we have accomplished with this fundraiser! This money will all be going to the Houston Food Bank, who flooded during the hurricane. A huge thank you to all who participated, and we are still accepting donations!
source http://www.ybtaekwondo.com/single-post/2017/09/23/Hurricane-Harvey-Break-A-Thon-Success
Friday, 15 September 2017
Student of the Week - Miles Jeffers!
Young Brothers Tae Kwon-Do is proud to announce this week's student of the week, Miles Jeffers! Miles has been with us for over 6 months now, and he's about to move up to the intermediate ranks. Every class Miles comes to, he puts in 150% effort in everything he does. Miles exemplifies the tenets of Tae Kwon-Do in his perseverance, integrity, and his very professional attitude. Congratulations to Miles on being student of the week!
source http://www.ybtaekwondo.com/single-post/2017/09/15/Student-of-the-Week---Miles-Jeffers
Hurricane Harvey Break-A-Thon
Dear Students & Parents,We'd like to announce that we are having a Break-A-Thon to raise money for the relief efforts of the Houston Food Bank! It will be taking place September 23rd, and we hope that everyone will be able to join us. The information sheet and the sponsor sheet are available on the home page of our website. Please let us know if you have any questions!
Master McCloskey
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source http://www.ybtaekwondo.com/single-post/2017/09/15/Hurricane-Harvey-Break-A-Thon
Wednesday, 13 September 2017
Long-time Houston Area Taekwondo Instructor Earns Rare Grand Master Status
Young Brothers Taekwondo Instructor Dave McCloskey earns 8th Dan Black Belt
As posted in media syndication August 26, 2017:
In 1977, a young David McCloskey walked into a Pittsburgh, PA taekwondo school to enroll as a student. Forty years later he returned to the Pittsburgh school to earn his Grand Master Instructor status under his original master instructor.
Being presented an 8th Dan belt by Grand Master Young Bo Kong.
On Saturday, May 20, 2017, Cypress, TX taekwondo Master Instructor David McCloskey was promoted to 8th Dan black belt, and bestowed the title Grand Master Instructor. The ceremony was held by taekwondo pioneers Grand Master Instructor Young Il Kong and Grand Master Instructor Young Bo Kong, the legendary leaders of Young Brothers Taekwondo schools. Grand Master Young Bo Kong, has been Grand Master McCloskey’s instructor since he began training in 1977. “It’s an honor to receive this belt from Master Kong, the same instructor I started with back in the 1970’s,” McCloskey added.
Grand Master Giambi 9th Dan, Grand Master Young Bo Kong 9th Dan, Grand Master Young Il Kong 9th Dan & 8th Dan Grand Master David Mc Closkey
Grand Master Giambi 9th Dan, Grand Master Young Bo Kong & 8th Dan Grand Master David Mc Closkey
After earning a black belt in his early taekwondo career, Grand Master McCloskey came to Houston in 1982 to work with Mark Giambi, another Young Brothers Taekwondo master instructor who now runs one of Houston’s longest running taekwondo schools. Coincidentally, Grand Master Giambi was promoted to 9th dan in the same black belt promotion ceremony as Grand Master McCloskey.
For several years, McCloskey moved up through the ranks to earn multiple black belts. Eventually, he would become the head instructor of his own studio on the northwest side of Houston. Over the years, he has continued to grow and expand. In his current school in the Cypress Creek Lakes-Bridgeland community, Grand Master McCloskey is a rare find. Not only is he an 8th dan black belt, but he continues to teach his students daily. As McCloskey states, “I’m grateful that I’ve been able to teach all these years.”
McCloskey has built a solid reputation as an instructor and mentor. He cares about the progress of his students, both in taekwondo and in their personal lives. His studio’s five star rating is a testament to his excellent level of instruction and the fun and engaging environment his studio presents.
Grand Master McCloskey’s martial arts journey has taken him through ventures where he learned other martial arts styles to compliment his taekwondo training and broaden his understanding of the martial arts world. Through the years, he has also earned black belts and certifications including:
1st Dan Black Belt in Shotokan KarateCivilian Krav Maga Instructor CertificateInstructor of Filipino EscrimaCertified Martial Arts Specialist through the American Council of Martial Arts with the Cooper Institute.
Grand Master McCloskey has also trained in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Tai Chi. He is a long-time volunteer for the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) where he serves on the AAU National Tae Kwon-Do Executive Committee, and is the current District Sports Chairman for the Gulf Region of the AAU Tae Kwon-Do program.
In addition, he is currently the Referee Clinical Administrator certifying Officials in the Texas / Louisiana Region. Grand Master McCloskey also hosts the Gulf District AAU Championship every year and volunteers to teach self-defense to the women at the Ft. Bend County Women’s Shelter.
Grand Master David Mc Closkey 8th Dan, Master Greg Lloyd 6th Dan & Grand Master Giambi 9th Dan
About Young Brothers Taekwondo
Young Brothers Taekwondo is a taekwondo school run by 8th Dan Grand Master Instructor David McCloskey in the northwest Houston area of Cypress, TX. The traditional martial arts school serves the Cypress Creek Lakes and Bridgeland communities. Since the 1980’s McCloskey has been teaching taekwondo to students of all ages. His in depth knowledge of both taekwondo and general fitness helps Grand Master McCloskey provide a perfect balance of sound mind and body through martial arts fitness. For children, his high expectations and positive reinforcement helps younger students to respond positively. As the primary instructor on the floor, Grand Master McCloskey’s Young Brothers Taekwondo classes are taught with the highest level of knowledge and dedication you can find in the martial arts.
source http://www.ybtaekwondo.com/single-post/2017/09/13/Long-time-Houston-Area-Taekwondo-Instructor-Earns-Rare-Grand-Master-Status
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