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태권도 Taekwondo Korean Martial Arts

Taekwondo is a korean martial art known for its emphasis on powerful high kicks ( 차기 chagi ), explosive hand techniques, and fast footwork ( 딛기 ditgi ) to overcome an adversary. It combines combat and self-defense ( 호신술 hosinsool ) techniques with sport and exercise in mind which is popular with people of both genders and of many ages. Physically, taekwondo develops strength, speed, balance, flexibility, and stamina.

One of the most systematic and scientific korean traditional martial arts, taekwondo teaches more than physical fighting skills. It is a discipline that shows ways of enhancing our spirit and life through training our body and mind. An example of the union of mental and physical discipline is the breaking ( 격파 gyeokpa ) of wooden boards, bricks or tiles, which requires both physical mastery of the technique and the concentration to focus one's power.

In korean, tae (태) means "to strike or break with foot"; kwon (권) means "to strike or break with fist"; and do (도) means "way", "method", or "path". Thus, taekwondo may be loosely translated as "the way of the foot and the hand". The name taekwondo is also written as taekwon-do, tae kwon-do or tae kwon do by various organizations. Two of the most popular systems of taekwondo are named solely after their respective organizations: the World Taekwondo (WT) and the International Taekwondo Federation (ITF).

 

Taekwondo is known for its emphasis on high kicking and fast hand techniques, which distinguishes it from other popular martial arts and combat sports such as karate Here is where you can learn about Taekwondo, the history, culture, and standards that were set for the Korean Martial Arts Here is where you can learn more about Taekwondo. Knowing the fundamental basics is very important for your learning path as you build your skills and knowledge Taekwondo Terminology: In taekwondo, Korean language is often used. During tests practitioners are usually asked what certain Korean words used in class mean Around the dobok a dhee or ti (belt) is worn. The colour of the belt denotes the rank or grade of the wearer Poomse 품새 | A poomse or form is a detailed pattern of defense-and-attack motions and techniques used in traditional martial arts Taekwondo Promotion Test Various surfaces of the hand may be engaged as the striking or blocking surface depending on which area of the opponents body which is being targeted Stance ( 서기 sogi ) | The Korean martial arts has several stances used for different activities. Although there are strong similarities in stances throughout Taekwondo schools, individual instructors often have their own preferred style Taekwondo hand strikes are performed as a close distance alternative to kicks. Blocking ( 막기 makgi ) | In martial arts, blocking is the act of stopping or deflecting an opponent's attack for the purpose of preventing injurious contact with the body Kicks ( 차기 chagi ) | As the human leg is longer and stronger than the arm, kicks are generally used to keep an opponent at a distance, surprise him or her with their range, and inflict substantial damage World Taekwondo (WT) Tournament Sparring World Taekwondo (WT) Tournament Point System Taekwondo Warmups

 



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