Meaning of TaeKwon Do
Translated literally 'Tae' means to jump, to kick, or smash with the foot. 'Kwon' denotes the fist - chiefly to punch or destroy with the hand or fist. 'Do' means an art or way or method.
About TaeKwon Do
- TaeKwon Do was founded by General Choi Hong Hi, IX degree
- General Choi was born on November 9th, 1918, and died on June 15th, 2002
- TaeKwon Do was given its name on April 11th, 1955
- The International TaeKwon Do Federation (ITF) was founded on March 22, 1966
- The World TaeKwon Do Federation (WTF) was established May 28, 1973
- TaeKwon Do was introduced into the United Kingdom by Rhee Ki Ha (now Grandmaster IX degree) in 1967
The Five Central Tenets
- Courtesy (Ye Ui)
- Integrity (Yom Chi)
- Perseverence (In Nae)
- Self Control (Guk Gi)
- Indomitable Spirit (Baekjool Boolgool)
Il - The Significance of One
- Oh-do-il-kwan - Pursue one goal whatsoever, once it is determined.
- Il-pyon-dan-shim - Serve one Master with unshakable loyalty.
- Il-kyok-pil-sung - Gain a victory in a single blow.
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