Tae Kwon-Do literally means the art of foot and hand. It is a Korean martial art, which although having roots in the ancient Orient, was developed to its present day form in the middle of this century.

Inaugurated in 1955 by its founder, Major General Choi Hong Hi, it is one of the most effective forms of unarmed combat. Tae Kwon-Do incorporates many facets, such as self defense, flexibility, discipline, confidence and fitness building.

 

The Philosophy

In recent years, there has undoubtedly been an upsurge in violence and a loss of morality in all levels of society, especially among the young. There are many reasons for this which include: frustration, disillusionment, materialism and misguided values. Instead of channeling their energy and potential in a positive manner, far too many strike out in blind anger, destroying rather than building, becoming entangled in drugs and other unsavory pursuits.

 

The Purpose

The purpose of Tae Kwon-Do is to eliminate fighting by discouraging the stronger's oppression of the weaker with a power that must be based on humanity, justice, morality, wisdom and faith, thus helping to build a better and more peaceful world.

Tae Kwon-Do indicates the technique of unarmed combat for self defense, involving the skilled application of punches, kicks, blocks, dodges, inception with the hands, arms and feet, with the primary objective being the rapid destruction of the opponent.

To the Korean people, Tae Kwon-Do is more than the mere use of skilled movements. It also, implies a way of thinking and lifestyle, particularly in installing a concept of spirit of strict, imposed discipline, and an ideal of noble moral rearmament. Tae Kwon-Do enables the intended victim to possess an excellent weapon to defend themselves and defeat their opponent as well.