Taekwondo is a version of an ancient form of unarmed combat practised for many centuries in the orient. Taekwondo became perfected in its present form in KoreaTranslated from Korean:
Tae – Literally means foot
Kwon – Means hand or fist
Do – Is the ‘art or way of’
Taekwondo therefore represents the method of unarmed combat for self defence, involving the skilled use of both the arms and legs for punches, kicks, blocks, dodges, throws and locks to protect oneself and neutralize an opponent.
To the Korean people Taekwondo is more than a mere use of physical ability. It implies a whole way of life, rich in tradition and philosophy, particularly by instilling the spirit of strict self-discipline and an ideal of strong moral values.
Taekwondo has something to offer everyone: Men, Women, and children can all enjoy the art, irrespective of their current level of ability and fitness (or lack of!).
