AboutNathan J. Nowak Expertise We can answer any questions pertaining to Olympic Tae Kwon Do sparring. Questions about fitness and nutrition as relating to TKD training and preparation for tournaments and competition. Specific techniques and tactics while training, weight training and agility, mental toughness and visualization exercises and "day of" preparation.
Experience I have been in martial arts for over 23 years. I'm a master instructor (4th Dan) in TKD. I also have a black belt in karate. I've competed in Olympic TKD since '91.
As and athlete:(highlights) Winning a silver medal at Jr. Olympic nationals ('92), AATU National champion ('94), over 10 GA State Championship and GA Games medals. Won a bronze medal at the U.S. Open (2000). With drew from the Olympic Qualifier in 2004 from a torn ACL.
As a coach: (highlights) I've coached a women's TKD team since '99. With over 30 members spanning the eight year history of the team, we have 7 National Championship Gold medals, 2 Silver and 1 Bronze. The team medals at every state and regional tournament they attend. Several members have been undefeated for several years. Our training covers strength and endurance workouts, tactics and strategy, nutrition and supplementation, mental toughness and visualization, and maintaining weight while leading up to competition.
I've been a certified personal trainer since "98 and have worked in the fitness and nutrition arena since '94. The team has their own training center that they share with the gym that I own. Trinity Fitness in Atlanta, GA
Organizations USAT
AAU
USSSA
NSCA
Publications Atlanta Sports and Fitness Magazine, CBS46 News Atlanta, FOX's Good Day Atlanta, Atlanta Journal and Constitution and in newspapers across the United States.
Education/Credentials Personal Training Certificate (School of Fitness and Nutrition)
4th Dan Black Belt (Kukkiwon)
USAT Certified Level 2 Coach
AAU Certified Coach
Former USSSA Certified Coach
Member of NSCA
Awards and Honors Coach of 2001 AS&FM Athlete's of the Year "P.T.S. TKD Team"
First runner up 2001 AS&FM Fittest Male of the Year
Expert: Nathan J. Nowak Date: 11/28/2007 Subject: Age requirements
Question im going to be 17on Dec the 4th and in march will be my 11th year in taekwondo...i hold 2007 world champ in sparring in 14-16 2en and 3ed degree's.Now im in a 17-29 year old ring and going to compeate for world champ again. i am in ATA and love it alot..what my question is how old do you have to be to be in the olympics? And how do i try out and where.....i think i heard the 2012 olympics are comeing to chicago and i live in north-west indiana.
Answer Dan,
Congratulations on your world titles. I think it's great that you have aspirations of competing in the Olympics.
First, the Olympics are WTF rules. ATA is a different style. We have full contact rules and the equipment is a little different too.
Go to http://www.usa-taekwondo.us/ This is the official site for Olympic TKD. There is a list of tournaments and state groups that host tournaments.
The 2008 season is starts in January. I know of a tournament in Tenn. and West Va. that you could go to. Let me know if you want further information. I'll give you and email address to respond to if you are interested.
One of the youngest Olympians was Juan Moreno. He was 16 in 1988 and made the first U.S. Olympic team.
It really depends on your skill level and if you qualify at Nationals and Team Trials. The website I gave you will give you history on teams and procedures for the Olympic qualification process.
Good Luck! I look forward to seeing you compete at USA TKD tournaments.
Finish Strong!
Nathan
If you'd like more information on some tournaments, email us at memberservices@trinitybody.com. We will send you more information form there.
