What Is Taekwondo?

What is Taekwondo?
Taekwondo is derived from the Korean words “Tae” meaning foot, “Kwon” meaning fist and “Do”
meaning art or way of.
Literally Taekwondo means “the way of the foot and fist”.
It is an art of self- defense that includes punches, kicks, blocks, and strikes with bare hands and feet.
The art was practiced as early as 50 BCE, during the Tae Kyon, which was first practiced in Koguryo.
However, it was the Silla kingdom that developed during the Period of the Three Kingdoms – Koguryo,
Silla, and Paekche. The art was given the name “Taekwondo” in 1995.
WORLD TAEKWONDO
World Taekwondo (WT), formerly the World Taekwondo Federation, governs the sport of
Taekwondo internationally. The World Taekwondo recognizes national governing bodies in each country
as its members. As of 2017, the WT is composed of 208 national governing bodies.
THE PHILIPPINE TAEKWONDO ASSOCIATION
1970- Taekwondo was introduced in the Philippines by a Korean expert Kim Bok Man who was invited
by the Philippine Government to demonstrate the martial art.
The first Taekwondo headquarters was established in Makati.
1976- Sun Chon Hong, a 9th Dan blackbelt and former world champion was sent by WT in the Philippines.
He was to be the Chief Instructor of the Philippines and Vice-President of the local association. On that
same year, PTA was formally organized.
President- Robert N. Aventejado
THE TAEKWONDO TRAINING PROGRAM
POOMSAE (FORMS)
Poomsae is a series of offensive and defensive movements practiced against an imaginary
opponent. It is possible to learn Taekwondo without an opponent and to become proficient in actual
sparring using the various techniques and movements in the forms.
2. KYORUGI (SPARRING)
Kyorugi or sparring is an actual fight between two competitors using the offensive and defensive
skills acquired through the practice of Taekwondo. This activity is a regular part of the training program
for those who are yellow belts and above.
Three Types of Kyorugi
a. Pre-arranged sparring
This is a type of sparring using predetermined set of moves. It is usually the self-defense
movements which can be grouped into the one-step self-defense or the three-step self-
defense.
b. Free sparring/ Study sparring
The right occasion to experiment or try out new techniques is during this kind of sparring. It is a
controlled or practice sparring in preparation for actual competition.
c. Competition sparring
This is a type of sparring using the skillful techniques and strategies practiced in the gym but
governed by the WT competition rules.
3. KYUKPA (BREAKING)
Breaking or Kyukpa is a way of gauging the precision of kicks and the power of techniques by breaking a
solid object such as a board or brick. This skill is learned and practiced by more advanced players.
TENETS of Taekwondo
Instruction: Choose one and Give practical situation used in day to day life. Explain how this can be
useful in other field of sports.
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A person has self-confidence if he believes in his own abilities. It follows that a person must first acquire
these abilities through constant study, training and practice. True self-confidence is based on true
knowledge about one’s self and abilities.
A modest person has a humble opinion of one’s self and achievements. A modest person is not flashy or
showy. The virtue of humility helps a person control his disordered desire for his own excellence, and
therefore, it helps to create an atmosphere that makes it possible for people to get along together.
A person with indomitable spirit is not easily discouraged or defeated. Having indomitable spirit requires
an inner reflection on things to determine whether they are right or wrong and then proceeding to do
what is right. Indomitable spirit, is very closely related to virtue of prudence.
A persevering person takes the steps necessary to achieve a goal he has set for himself, in spite of
internal or external difficulties, and despite anything that may weaken his resolve through the course of
time. The final test of perseverance is the ability to finish what one has decided and set out to do.
Etiquette is the form of conduct or behavior prescribed by custom or authority to be observed in social,
official or professional life. It is the manner of acting correctly. Etiquette include the practice of good
manners and right conduct.

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What is Taekwondo?

Literally Taekwondo means “the way of the foot and fist”.

THE PHILIPPINE TAEKWONDO ASSOCIATION

The first Taekwondo headquarters was established in Makati.

President- Robert N. Aventejado

THE TAEKWONDO TRAINING PROGRAM

Three Types of Kyorugi

b. Free sparring/ Study sparring

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