What is Tae Kwon Do?
Tae Kwon Do is an ancient art of Korean self-defense. Translated from Korean, Tae means "to kick"
or "to strike with foot", Kwon means "fist" or "to strike with hand", and Do means "discipline" or
"art". Taken together, Tae Kwon Do means "the art of kicking and punching".
Modern day Tae Kwon Do has been developed over many centuries. The sport is a unique martial art
incorporating both the quick, straight line movements that characterize the various Japanese styles
and the flowing circular movements of most Chinese systems. But more than this, what truly
distinguishes Tae Kwon Do is its varied and uniquely powerful kicking techniques. The prominent use
of the leg and the emphasis on kicking techniques set Tae Kwon Do apart from all other martial arts
systems. However, Tae Kwon Do is far more than a system concerned only with physical power. The art
helps reinforce the moral development of its students.
Tae Kwon Do is the name of the martial art turned modern international sport, which has been
independently developed over about 20 centuries in Korea. The main feature of Tae Kwon Do is that it
is a free fighting combat sport using bare hands and feet to repel opponents.
Our belief is that a Tae Kwon Do trained person is self-confident, not only in physical aspects
but also in their mental discipline, because they have developed superior techniques for personal
defense by using their entire bodies.
For a Tae Kwon Do person, their entire body is a weapon and is easily able to attack and beat off
an aggressor with hands, fists, elbows, knees, feet or another part of his/her body.
Ahn's Tae Kwon Do Code of Conduct
- Address Sir or Ma'am to all elders.
- Bow politely when entering and leaving the gymnasium floor.
- Bow to your instructors at the first meeting of each day and before you ask any questions.
- Practice polite greetings with your parents;when you wake up in the morning, when you first come home from school or job, and before you retire for the day.
- Use two hands when handing or receiving an object from your parents, your teachers, and elders to show your respect.
- Accept corrections from your parents and teachers cheerfully.
- Obey your conscience, not your instinct.
- Be loyal to your friends.
- Honor your country.
- Find happiness in truthful living.
Benefits Attained From Ahn's Tae Kwon Do
Areas of Improvement for Men and Women
- Weight Control
- Physical Fitness
- Self Confidence
- Self Defense
- Self Discipline
Areas of Improvement for Children
- Self Esteem
- Negative Attitudes
- School Grades
- Shyness
- Discipline
- Respect
- Motor Skills
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