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Overview of Tae Kwon Do Traditional Tae Kwon Do Tae Kwon Do is the most popular Korean martial art. It was officially founded by General Choi in 1955. Since then Tae Kwon Do has exploded in popularity and is practiced all around the world. In general, the art focuses on kicks thrown from a mobile stance. Training also consists of a variety of hand striking techniques and blocks, but usually will not emphasize grappling. Tae - To kick or to smash with the foot Kwon - To punch or to strike with the hand Do - The way or art of Literally translated, Tae Kwon Do means "The way of kicking and punching." Sport Tae Kwon Do In 2000 Tae Kwon Do was recognized as an official olympic event. A description and list of rules for olympic Tae Kwon Do can be found here. Tenets The tenets of Tae Kwon Do reflect that Tae Kwon Do is not only a physical discipline, but also a mental one. They are: 1. Courtesy 2. Integrity 3. Perseverance 4. Self Control 5. Indomitable Spirit Basic Terminology One - Hana Two - Duel Three - Set Four - Net Five - Dosot Six - Yosot Seven - Elgub Eight - Yo Dol Nine - Ahop Ten- Yol "Break" (stop) - Kalyeo "Continue Fight" command - Kyesok "Prepare" command - Junbi "Return to Original Position" - Baro "Stand at Attention" - Cha-ryot Degree;Black Belt Rank - Dan Belt - Dhee Bow - Kyun Ye Class; Student Rank Level - Gup Couterkick - Bato Chagi Deduction Penalty - Gam-jeom Front Kick - Ahp chagi Kick - Chagi Master - Sabomnim Movement Forms - Poomse Round Kick - Dolryo Chagi Side Block - Yop Maggi Side Kick - Yop Chagi Sparring - Gyoroogi Uniform - Dobok Warning - Kyonggo |
