Taekwon-Do is the Korean Art of self-defense. In literal translation, Tae means 'foot', Kwon means 'hand', and Do means 'method, or way'. The 'method of foot and hand'. Foot coming before hand because Taekwon-Do's major strength is in its kicking techniques. Do, when associated with the martial arts, means much more than method, it really means "A Way of Life. "
Adult Taekwon-do
Although Taekwon-do is known for its high, flashy kicks, practitioners also become proficient in wide variety of hand striking combinations, locks, throws, and joint manipulation for self-defense situations. Taekwon-Do's aims are much more than just the physical aspect. Taekwon-Do also seeks to improve the mental and spiritual aspects of one's life. Through continued training, students develop their confidence, concentration, and discipline. These developed qualities carry over into aspects of life outside of class. Often times Taekwon-Do students see improvements in grades at school, job placement at work, and relationships among family and friends. This is how Taekwon-Do becomes a "Way of Life".
The history of Taekwon-Do, like most other Martial arts, is not totally known or understood. Taekwon-do was founded by General Choi Hong Hi in the late 1940's. It was given the name of Taekwon-Do and was recognized as the Korean national martial art in 1955. This art has been developed from both the many martial arts that already existed in Korea, and Japanese Shotokan Karate.
The history of Korean martial arts dates back to over 1300 years ago. At the time, the country was divided into three kingdoms. The smallest of these kingdoms, Silla, was constantly harassed and invaded by the two larger kingdoms. The Silla kingdom fought back hard and was able to fend off the invasions. The kingdom was able to fight back mostly because of an elite warrior corps called the Hwa-rangdo. This corps not only trained themselves in weaponry, but also hand and foot fighting. This hand and foot fighting developed over the years into several different martial arts such as Hapkido, Tang Soo Do, Taek kyon, and Kuk Sool Won.
General Choi began studying Taek Kyon at the age of 15. In addition to studying Taek Kyon, he also studied Shotokan Karate while imprisoned in Japan and during the Japanese occupation of Korea. General Choi developed Taekwon-Do so Korea could have its own national martial art.
Adult Taekwon-do
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