ABOUT TAEKWONDO

Taekwondo is a non-contact martial art from Korea. Translated, it literally means ‘the way of hand and foot’.

It is an artistic discipline, a self-defence system, a fun fitness activity and, most importantly, a way of life.

The Art is known for its powerful and exciting kicking and punching techniques, including spectacular jumping and flying kicks and strikes, executed with skill and control.

The physical training component of Takewondo develops strength, speed, flexibility, faster reflexes, improved co-ordination and the ability to protect oneself from attack.

Regular training makes you fitter, stronger and more flexible and provides a tremendous sense of achievement and satisfaction. But there is so much more to Taekwondo that the purely physical side. The philosophy of Taekwondo emphasises moral, emotional and physical development, with the aim of building a better and more peaceful world.

That philosophy, together with the values and traditions of martial arts training, gives students a moral code of conduct to follow. It is this code of conduct that separates Taekwondo from other forms of exercise.

When Taekwondo training is combined with the Art’s values and traditional rules of behaviour, the student learns self control and gains an inner strength that develops character, integrity and self confidence.

It is this holistic development of body, mind and spirit that truly sets Taekwondo apart and empowers its student to enjoy endless benefits across all aspects of life.

“While I have lost about 18kg over six months and feel much better for it, the aspect I enjoy most about Taekwondo has been the mental training.”
Tom Williamson
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