About Tae Kwon Do

History of Tae Kwon Do

Nearly 2,000 years ago the indigenous people of the Korean peninsula began to develop a form of combat to defend their country from tyranny and oppression. Not only as a means of protection, this training was used as a tool to promote loyalty, respect, and harmonious living. Through the centuries, rigorous workouts combined with a philosophy of strength and kindness that today has become the source of inspiration and self-improvement for millions of people in over 120 nations. Now so advanced, Tae Kwon Do is featured in the Olympics, yet continues to flourish with everyday men, women, boys and girls. Everyone is enjoying the world’s most popular martial art!

Definition of Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do is a Korean, unarmed martial art. It is not only kicking and punching but is also a way of thinking and living. The main goal of Tae Kwon Do is to achieve total mind and body control through training.

School Rules

1. Students must salute the flags and bow to the senior ranking Black Belt when coming in and out of school.
2. Students must use the words Sir or Ma'am when speaking to instructors.
3. Students must respect and obey instructors.
4. Conversation is not permitted during class.
5. Swearing, smoking, and drinking liquor is prohibited.
6. Students must attend classes regularly for their own good.
7. Students must help keep the Do-jahng clean.

The Spirit of The Tae Kwon Do Practitioner

1. Loyalty to Country.
2. Obedience to parents.
3. Respect to elders.
4. Be faithful to your friends.
5. Be courteous in all situations.
6. Consider all alternatives before killing any living thing.
7. Never give up; persevere to finish what you start.