TKD Theory

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.

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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

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The Five Central Tenets

• Courtesy (Ye Ui)
• Integrity (Yom Chi)
• Perseverence (In Nae)
• Self Control (Guk Gi)
• Indomitable Spirit (Baekjool Boolgool)

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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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References

• Podstawowe Nazewnictwo - An excellent TKD reference. Even better if you can read Polish. (PDF)