Demo Team

The I.K. Kim Ja Be Ryu Demo Team consists of an elite group of students, from the various I.K. Kim school locations, who train together and perform throughout the year at promotion tests, tournaments, and other local area events.  The Demo Team is made up of serious students who want to sharpen their skills, learn more advanced techniques, and deepen their understanding of the martial arts.  As representatives of the I.K. Kim Ja Be Ryu organization, students who make the team must exhibit respectful and enthusiastic attitudes, train seriously, and give 110% effort.

Try-outs are held twice per year (usually August and February).  Try-out dates will be posted on the Announcement page and will also be announced in class at each gym location.  Students must receive their Head Instructor's approval to try-out.

Team Eligibility:  As of the time of the try-out, any student who is between 7 and 17 years of age and who has attained the rank of brown belt or higher may try-out.

Training:  Team practices special breaking techniques, self-defense techniques, advanced kicking techniques, as well as synchronized basic motions and forms.

Team Instructors:  Senior Master M. Zimmer (7th dan), Master K. Marner (6th dan), Mr. U. Kadekaro (3rd dan).

Uniforms:  For performances, the team wears special Demo Team uniforms/belts.  Mrs. Kim splits the cost with team members.  Cost to students: $50 for size 0 to size 3; $55 for size 4 and up.

2024 Demo Team Schedule:   

March 2024

Saturday, March 2nd from 10 am – 11:30 am • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

Saturday, March 16th from 10 am – 11:30 am • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

April 2024

Monday, April 8th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

Saturday, April 13th from 9 am – 4 pm • Promotion Test • Countryside YMCA upper level gym

Monday, April 22nd from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

May 2024

Monday, May 6th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

Monday, May 20th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

June 2024

Monday, June 3rd from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

Saturday, June 8th from 9 am – 4 pm • Promotion Test • Countryside YMCA upper level gym

Friday, June 14th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

July 2024

Saturday, July 27th from 10 am – 11:30 am • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

August 2024

Monday, August 5th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

Saturday, August 10th from 9 am – 4 pm • Promotion Test • Countryside YMCA upper level gym

Saturday, August 24th from 10 am – 11:30 am • Demo Team Try-outs • Montessori Academy

September 2024

Monday, September 9th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

Friday, September 27th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

October 2024

Monday, October 7th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

Saturday, October 12th from 9 am – 4 pm • Promotion Test • Countryside YMCA upper level gym

Monday, October 28th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

November 2024 

Monday, November 4th from 6:30 pm – 8 pm • Demo Team Practice • Montessori Academy

December 2024

Saturday, December 7th from 9 am – 4 pm • Promotion Test • Montessori Academy