The mission of the South Dakota Sports Martial Arts Association is to grow and promote the sport application of Martial Arts in Midwest South Dakota.
To develop athletic opportunities as well as ensure the fair application of the most current and up to date competition rules, referee strategies and application along with providing appropriate recognition for the aspiring and developing athletes and facilitate the physical, social and emotional benefits attained through the practice of Martial Arts Training.
SDSMAA is based upon the tenets of Tae Kwon do. The foundation of Tae Kwon Do includes the study of the five tenets that are the heart of the belief system. Every student of Tae Kwon Do strives to live by these doctrines on a daily basis:
1. Courtesy – being kind and polite to others
2. Integrity – doing the right thing, even when nobody is watching
3. Perseverance – never give up
4. Self-control – always be in control of actions and emotions
5. Indomitable Spirit – have a good attitude no matter what
We instill these within the student and athlete for application in all aspects of life.
