Sparring Drills Are A Vital Part Of The Learning Experience In Taekwondo

Image via WikipediaMy instructor was lecturing me about the importance of our Taekwondo sparring drills. I enjoyed the drills just as much as everyone else in the dojo, but I was not sure where my instructor was going with this particular lecture. Her large, attentive eyes made contact with mine as they always do. She was just a little shorter than me (and I'm short), but she was an experienced black belt with a lot of skill in Taekwondo. I always enjoyed listening to her lectures, especially when she was speaking to only me. She continued to tell me about her first competition and how she felt a little anxious about how the competition would...

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Taekwondo Training For All Ages

Taekwondo is a martial art originating from Korea. Taekwondo translated means "the way of the hand and foot", consequently, the emphasis of Taekwondo is on discipline with hand and foot movements and techniques. People begin taking Taekwondo classes for various reasons. This martial art has many applications and benefits, such as physical conditioning, mental and physical discipline, self defense, and more. It provides the opportunity to engage with others in a fun, challenging and beneficial activity. Beginning Taekwondo training can at first be intimidating. Some fear that they are out of shape, too old, not athletic enough, and a plethora...

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A Guide to Taekwondo Belt Colors

The belts and their colors that are used with Taekwondo aren't just a random assortment of colors that are used to separate the ranks in the martial art. In Taekwondo, each belt color has a meaning that lets fighters known about their advancement and increasing knowledge. Belts are also great for the stylist, as they let the stylist know just how far they have progressed. The colors of the belts found in Taekwondo vary, as they represent the advancement of rank, as well as the growth of the student. It can take a long time for students to move up the ranks, all depending on their knowledge and how quite they adapt to the techniques and forms...

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A to Z of Taekwondo

A.... is for Attentive. Taekwondo kids are very attentive. For them to learn complicated taekwondo kicks and moves. They must concentrate hard. By being attentive and focus, their attention span gets longer. And longer. They learn to be still. And really listen. And of course their school teachers welcome the change! B.... is for Behavior. Good Behavior. Kids in taekwondo learn great taekwondo principles. Like courtesy,respect the eldest and self-control. They learn to behave well in the taekwondo dojang. And in life too. C.... is for Confident. Kids training in taekwondo become confident. Image by Taekwondo Kids Store via Amazon As they...

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Taekwondo Taegeuk 1 Video

Taegeuk 1 Video : The Beginnin...

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