Taekwon-Do is a
Korean martial art of unarmed combat
designed by General Choi Hong Hi in
1955 for the purpose of
self-defense. Since then,
Taekwon-Do has become one of the
most popular martial arts for
self-defense, sport, and personal
development.
SELF DEFENSE
As a
method of self-defense, Taekwon-Do
offers a vast array of hand and foot
techniques in addition to joint
manipulation and takedowns.
Realistic self-defense strategies
and techniques are taught at all
belt levels.
COMPETITION
Taekwon-Do also
offers the opportunity to compete at
the local, regional and national
level in events such as patterns,
free sparring and breaking. USTF
National championships are held
every two years for the opportunity
to compete internationally in the
ITF World Championships.
PERSONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Many students choose
Taekwon-do for the development of
"life skills." Taekwon-do is
well recognized for building
confidence and self esteem,
increasing the ability to
concentrate and focus and the
development of self control.
Students also learn martial arts
etiquette that encourages courtesy
and respect for others.
Taekwon-Do is
often recommended by teachers and
doctors as a method of helping those
people with short attention spans,
low self-esteem, or academic under
achievement.
It is suitable for people of all
ages, size, and physical ability.
The structured curriculum helps
students set goals and experience
the joy and satisfaction of reaching
them.
