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Tae Kwon Do (pronounced Tie Kwan Doe) is a Korean martial art, which when translated literally, means foot – hand – art. It is an art of self-defense that aims to develop its practitioners both physically and mentally.

 Physically, the practice of Tae Kwon Do is outstanding for improving fitness in children and adults, male or female. Areas improved include flexibility, agility, balance, coordination, endurance, and strength. Constant practice of the art’s techniques and forms develops balance and coordination equally on both sides of the body. Repetition of techniques involving large muscle groups improves endurance and strength.

 These fitness benefits are not limited to those who are young and already in good shape, since each student can practice techniques at their own individual pace. As fitness improves, the intensity of the workouts will naturally increase regardless of each student’s initial physical condition.

 Powerful self-defense skills combined with a high degree of fitness are the physical goals of Tae Kwon Do practice.

Mentally, Tae kwon Do concentrates on five areas that are included in the “Tenets of Tae Kwon Do”.

TAE KWON DO AIMS TO ACHIEVE –
COURTESY - INTEGRITY - PERSEVERANCE
SELF-CONTROL - INDOMITABLE SPIRIT

 These five points are stressed throughout the Tae Kwon Do program. Each area in the Tae Kwon Do classroom has a counterpart in the student’s daily life. For young students, courtesy involves treating peers, parents, and teachers with respect. Perseverance is learned for mastering new kicks and punches as well as mastering a difficult subject in school, or a new task on the job. As whole, the “Tenets of Tae Kwon Do” are a guide for learning to respect others and ourselves.

This page last modified on Sunday, October 22, 2006

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