Chang's Taekwondo and Self Defence

Learn traditional Taekwondo and Self Defence. COURAGE,PERSEVERANCE AND INDOMITABLE SPIRIT Chang's Taekwondo is more than physical or technical training.

Chang's Taekwondo embraces the traditional precepts of Honour and Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, Modesty and Compassion. ABOUT CHANG’S TAEKWONDO AND SELF DEFENCE
History of Leadership:
Chang’s Taekwondo was founded in Australia in 1972 by the late Grandmaster Kyu Suk Chang (7th Dan Taekwondo and 6th Dan Judo). Under Mr Chang’s guidance, the club has taught many current masters and world champions. A

ll of Chang’s Taekwondo current instructors have received direct teaching from Mr Chang. Chang’s Taekwondo was passed to Mr Chang’s first student the late Mr Sam Cossari. Mr Cossari (5th Dan), competed in the 1973 Taekwondo World Championships. On Mr Cossari’s retirement, Chang’s Taekwondo was entrusted to Mr Eddie Tunacao. Mr Tunacao is the current owner and Head Instructor of Chang’s. Current Program:
Chang’s Taekwondo and Self Defence currently follows the syllabus as prescribed by World Taekwondo Headquarters in Kukkiwon, Seoul, Korea. Included in the program is Poomsae (formwork), technical kicks and hand techniques, and sparring. Emphasis is placed on students’ achieving technical demonstration to the best of their ability by developing confidence through appropriately scaffolding skill development. At Chang’s, we integrate the WT syllabus with a more practical self-defence program. This program uses a number of safe techniques that can be effectively applied against an aggressor in a number of common attack scenarios. Students develop self-confidence and autonomy about their own bodies and their right to stay safe. Throughout all programs, we try to develop a sense of fun and community spirit. We encourage students to support one another and to respect themselves and others around them. The Chang’s Taekwondo Dojang (School) is promoted as an inclusive safe space for all people who want to learn martial arts skills. ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTORS
All of our instructors have rank certification from World Taekwondo headquarters in Kukkiwon, Seoul, Korea. Our instructors are also members of Australian Taekwondo, which. Is the overseeing body of Taekwondo in Australia. Our instructors also hold relevant Working With Children Check or equivalent Police Check documentation. Our instructors regularly attend seminars and accreditation lectures to ensure that we maintain standards prescribed by World Taekwondo. EDDIE TUNACAO - Head Instructor
Black Belt - 4th Dan
Kukkiwon 3rd Class International Taekwondo Master
Kukkiwon 3rd Class Taekwondo Judge
Australian Taekwondo Accredited Coach - Kyorugi (Sparring) and Poomsae (Formwork)
Eddie has trained in Taekwondo, Wing Chun Kung Fu and American Kenpo Karate. CHRIS BAKER - Club Instructor
Black Belt - 5th Dan
Kukkiwon 3rd Class International Taekwondo Master
Kukkiwon 3rd Class Taekwondo Judge
Chris has trained in Taekwondo, Judo and Shotokan Karate. CLAIRE RIPPON - Assistant Instructor
Black Belt - 4th Dan
Australian Taekwondo Accredited Coach - Kyorugi (Sparring)
Claire has trained in Taekwondo, Judo and Kendo. GRACE BAKER - Assistant Instructor
Black Belt - 3rd Dan
Grace has trained in Taekwondo, Judo and Kickboxing. KON VARSAMIDIS- Assistant Instructor
Black Belt -2nd Dan
Kon has trained in Taekwondo, MMA. SCOTT RIPPON- Assistant Instructor
Black Belt -1st Dan

01/09/2024

14/07/2024

TERM 3 RESUMES- Monday 15th July 2024 (back to training😀)

01/07/2024

Term 2 Ends- 1 July (2 weeks holidays)
Term 3 Resumes- 15 July
Enjoy the break everyone😀 and Stay safe.

24/04/2024

Remembering those who risk their lives.

14/04/2024

Term 2 resumes 15/4/24 (back to training).

03/04/2024

Term 1 ends (2 weeks holidays). Term 2 resumes Monday 15 April.

28/01/2024

TKD training returns, Monday 29 January 2024.
Class times: Tiger cubs 5-9yo (6-6:45pm), 10yo-Adult (6:45-7:30pm), Red-Black belts (7:30-8:30pm). Monday and Thursday.

30/12/2023

To: All Members, Instructors, Parents. "Thank you" for your support this 2023. Have a wonderful and safe New Year, see you all on your next journey for an exciting 2024🙂

22/12/2023

Class 2023, ends 22/12 (school holidays start). 2024 class resumes 29/1/24. Enjoy the break everyone, STAY SAFE and TAKE CARE.

16/09/2023

End of Term 3, holidays for 2 weeks. Term 4 resumes 2/10. Stay safe everyone.

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21/05/2023

ATV State Winter Open Comp, Parkville.
Great effort team (Vas,Zac,Dameer,James) competed today's state winter open. Loved your fighting spirit🙂

13/05/2023

Have a lovely day to all Mum's😀

26/03/2023

Vic Interclub Comp 26/3/23.
Very proud to announce today's Interclub competition winners. Well done to: Vas, Zac, Dameer, James, Lidia ( Gold Medal-Sparring), Kon (Silver-Sparring), Adrian (Silver-Sparring and Bronze-Poomsae), Maksim (Bronze-Sparring).
Thank you to all parents who supported their kids and helping out to assist on coaching.

11/03/2023

Stephen's funeral service will be held at Bunurong Memorial Park - Frankston Dandenong Rd, Frankston South on Thursday 16th at 12pm. In lieu of flowers, his family are asking for donations to Down Syndrome Australia (link to be advised) - a charity close to his heart. The service will also be live streamed for those that can not make it. The link will be available on Bunurong's Website within 48hrs of the service.

06/03/2023

Congratulations! Eddie and Chris completing their Kukkiwon Master Course and Poom/Dan Examiner Course 2023 in Olympic Park Sydney.

14/01/2023

Happy New Year! Class training will resume, Monday 6 Feb 2023.

05/12/2022

Nationals Bendigo 4/12/2022
Congratulations Scott! representing Victoria (Poomsae Gold Medal)

25/10/2022

Congrats! Eddie(Gold-Board break)& Scott(Gold-Poomsae) competed@ the ATV State Championship 23/10/22.

09/07/2022

Term 3 starts, back to training (11//7/22). Mon and Thur (6:30-8pm)

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Chang's Taekwondo is more than physical or technical training.
Chang's Taekwondo embraces the traditional precepts of Honour and Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, Modesty and Compassion.

ABOUT CHANG’S TAEKWONDO AND SELF DEFENCE

History of Leadership:

Chang’s Taekwondo was founded in Australia in 1972 by the late Grandmaster Kyu Suk Chang (8th Dan). Under Mr Chang’s guidance, the club has taught many current masters and world champions. All of Chang’s Taekwondo current instructors have received direct teaching from Mr Chang.

Chang’s Taekwondo was passed to Mr Chang’s first student, Mr Sam Cossari. Mr Cossari (5th Dan), competed in the 1973 Taekwondo World Championships.

On Mr Cossari’s retirement, Chang’s Taekwondo was entrusted to Mr Eddie Tuñacao. Mr Tuñacao is the current owner and Head Instructor of Chang’s.

Current Program:

Chang’s Taekwondo and Self Defence currently follows the syllabus as prescribed by World Taekwondo Headquarters in Kukkiwon, Seoul, Korea. Included in the program is Poomsae (formwork), technical kicks and hand techniques, and sparring. Emphasis is placed on students’ achieving technical demonstration to the best of their ability by developing confidence through appropriately scaffolding skill development.

At Chang’s, we integrate the WT syllabus with a more practical self-defence program. This program uses a number of safe techniques that can be effectively applied against an aggressor in a number of common attack scenarios. Students develop self-confidence and autonomy about their own bodies and their right to stay safe.

Throughout all programs, we try to develop a sense of fun and community spirit. We encourage students to support one another and to respect themselves and others around them. The Chang’s Taekwondo Dojang (School) is promoted as an inclusive safe space for all people who want to learn martial arts skills.

ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTORS

All of our instructors have rank certification from World Taekwondo headquarters in Kukkiwon, Seoul, Korea. Our instructors are also members of Australian Taekwondo, which. Is the overseeing body of Taekwondo in Australia. Our instructors also hold relevant Working With Children Check or equivalent Police Check documentation.

Our instructors regularly attend seminars and accreditation lectures to ensure that we maintain standards prescribed by World Taekwondo.

EDDIE TUÑACAO - Head Instructor

Black Belt - 3rd Dan

Australian Taekwondo Accredited Coach - Kyorugi (Sparring) and Poomsae (Formwork)

Eddie has trained in Taekwondo, Wing Chun Kung Fu and American Kenpo Karate.

CHRIS BAKER - Club Instructor

Black Belt - 5th Dan

Chris has trained in Taekwondo, Judo and Karate.

GRACE BAKER - Assistant Instructor

Black Belt - 3rd Dan

Grace has trained in Taekwondo, Judo and Kickboxing.

CLAIRE RIPPON - Assistant Instructor

Black Belt - 3rd Dan

Australian Taekwondo Accredited Coach - Kyorugi (Sparring)

Claire has trained in Taekwondo, Judo and Kendo.

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