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What Is Taekwondo?
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Taekwondo is an ancient Korean Martial Art of Self-Defence. "Tae"
means to kick or smash with feet, "Kwon" means fist or to punch and "Do" means
art or way.
Taekwondo is much
more than kicking and punching. It is action philosophy designed as a complete
non-violent discipline of entire body training and character building. By
practicing Taekwondo, one will benefit in these ways:
| Physically: |
Good
co-ordination, toning, reduction of weight, improved flexibility,
cardiovascular
conditioning, increased strength, general
fitness. |
| Mentally: |
Self
confidence, self-discipline, better judgement, self control, stress reduction,
better self image, positive attitude. |
| Philosophically: |
Tae Kwon Do
stands for and promotes the principal of honesty, courtesy,
humility,
respect, courage, generosity, loyalty and
perseverance. |
Integrating these
three aspects into one's daily life will result in harmony, health and
happiness for the individual and will build freedom, justice and peace in our
society.
| Tenets of Tae Kwon Do |
Tae Kwon Do Oath |
Courtesy
Integrity
Perseverance
Self-Control
Indomitable
Spirit |
I shall observe the tenets of Tae Kwon Do
I shall respect the
instructor and seniors
I shall never misuse Tae Kwon Do
I shall be a
champion of freedom and justice
I shall build a more peaceful
world |
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