Taekwondo

Karate is a Japanese martial art whose physical aspects seek the development of defensive and counterattacking body movements. The themes of traditional karate training are fighting and self-defense. On the other hand, Taekwondo is a form of Korean martial arts characterized by punching and kicking techniques. The focus of the fight is on head-height kicks, spinning jump kicks, and fast-kicking techniques.  Karate and Taekwondo are beneficial in situations where you must defend yourself. Many...

Martial arts are not only a way of self-defense or a way to spice up the movies you watch. Like all arts, martial arts are a way to improve and discipline yourself. Picking up martial arts is something that most people have thought of at some point in their lives, predominantly in their younger years. Still, people often get dazed by the myriad of martial arts, be it Kungfu, Jujitsu, or Taekwondo; the choices seem almost endless. This article will aid you in learning the differences between the ...

It is common that when you walk into a taekwondo studio, you will see that the students are wearing belts of different colors. The students wearing the white and yellow belts are beginners while green and blue are mid level. The red and black level belts indicate higher ranks. The following are some of the implications for the belt ranks:   1. Knowledge ...

In taekwondo, it does not matter whether you are male or female or what age bracket you are in, in order to be promoted to the next level. However, you must meet certain requirements at each level in order to be promoted to the next level. These requirements must be met under a test that is given by a panel of scrutinizing black belt instructors. Below is a discussion of the various belt levels and what one requires to achieve in order to be promoted to each belt rank.   Yellow Belt Requir...

1. Back And Side Falls A student can fall anywhere, including on the stairs, being pushed in the streets, or while sparring. Falling properly is therefore important and must be instinctive. The most important things that the student must remember when learning the falling technique is always to keep the head from hitting the ground, spread the force of hitting the ground evenly throughout the body and shouting to force air from the lungs. For the back fall, the students should begin by bri...

Introduction To The Art Of Throwing And Falling Techniques In every martial art, falling is a technique that every student must learn at the beginning of their training. This is because there are many instances in which one is prone to falling. For instance, in taekwondo, there are many kicks involved. This has the potential of knocking down an individual and earning points even if the strike didn't cause the opponent to fall with significant force.   ...

As mentioned earlier, stretches in taekwondo have to target certain muscle groups in your body so as to increase your flexibility. The following target taekwondo stretches will give you an idea of how to do your stretches.   1. Achilles Tendon Stretch ...

In taekwondo there are basically three kinds of stretches that you can do. You can perform one of them every day or you can combine all of them. When you combine all of them before and after a training session, you obviously stand to gain a lot more out of the stretches.   1. Dynamic Stretching ...

As mentioned earlier, stretching is an essential part of your taekwondo training. However, it is important to show its importance in your training. The following are some of the benefits of taekwondo stretching:   1. It will help you to increase your flexibility ...

Introduction To Taekwondo Stretching If you are studying or thinking of taking up a taekwondo class, it is important to know that stretching is an integral part of your routine becuse it reduces the risk of injuries. It should not be done like a warm up where you only do it before and after training; it should be done three to four times a week whether you go for your classes or not. Stretching should be done a minimum of half an hour. Experts recommend that you perform your stretching rou...

The following are some of the sparring rules in taekwondo: 1. All contestants are required to wear protective gear during sparring. They must also wear the traditional taekwondo gi. For protection, they need to have pads to protect their shin, forearms, hands, chest and head. For men, they must wear groin protection. They must also wear mouth guard.                               ...

The following are some of the sparring tips that you can use against your opponent in order to gain an advantage: 1. Determine whether your opponent is a defensive or an offensive striker. If they attack you first, then they are an offensive striker; if they wait for you to make the first move, then they are a defensive striker. 2. Find out whether your opponent is a kicker or a puncher by doing a fake move. If they throw up their hand, then they are a puncher if they kick, then they are a...

During sparring, opponents score points by using kicks and by punching the opponent's chest protector. The following is a list of some of the effective sparring techniques:   1. Round House Kick ...

Once the fighter has a general idea of their plan, the following process is necessary for them to be able to execute their plan properly:   1. How to Psychologically Formulate The Strategy ...

The following are some of the elements that every competitor has to keep in mind during a taekwondo competition: 1. Every competitor is in the game to win. Therefore they have to create variations and combinations which are unique so that they can be able to score points. One thing that every competitor has to keep in mind is that the variations, combinations and techniques have to be in line with the rules of the game. The aim is to score points and not to earn penalties. 2. A typical tae...

We have looked at the importance of meditation and some of the meditation techniques used by taekwondo practitioners. However, it is important to also learn some of the useful tips that can help you to begin your meditation.   1. Your Posture ...

In order for a practitioner to reach their full potential, they have to be able to know a few techniques that they can use to reach it. The following are some of the techniques that they can use:   1. Sitting posture ...

There are many reasons as to why relaxation and meditation is used in taekwondo. However, many experts believe that this particular martial art does not really emphasize the use of meditation and relaxation. Regardless of the belief, the following are some of the reasons as to why relaxation and meditation is important in taekwondo:   1. It helps to improve sleep patterns ...

Introduction to Relaxation and Meditation In Taekwondo Relaxation and meditation in taekwondo helps us to improve our mental well being and to gain control over our stress levels. As mentioned earlier in the previous chapters, taekwondo borrows some techniques from other martial arts. For instance, it was discussed that some of the techniques used in self defense training may be borrowed from other kinds of martial arts such as Kung-Fu, Karate, etc.   ...

Patterns, also known as forms, form the basic foundation of taekwondo. The patterns in ITF are different from those in WTF but they all have a significant purpose in taekwondo training. The following are some of the reasons as to why learning patterns is important.   1. It provides a foundation for advancement ...

I.T.F has 24 patterns which represent 24 hours of the day. The names in these patterns usually refer to people in Korean history or to significant events in Korean history. The following are some of the patterns used in I.T.F.   1. Chon-Ji Tul ...

Introduction To Patterns Patterns form a very important aspect of taekwondo training. In taekwondo, Poomses is another word for patterns or forms in WTF. A set pattern is composed of a series of defensive and attacking movements performed by students on their imaginary opponents. Through the practice of patterns, students are able to learn the various techniques in taekwondo and how to apply them. Patterns have a variety of roles in taekwondo which are all essential to the taekwondo student. ...

9 Tips That Students Should Keep In Mind During Demonstrations All students taking part in taekwondo demonstrations are there to earn the highest possible score. In the previous section, some of the things that judges look at during demonstrations were highlighted but what are some of the tips that taekwondo practitioners can use to score points?   ...

Several different things are demonstrated in taekwondo. These demonstrations vary according to grades. Each grade has a certain combination of patterns. A variety of techniques are also included from the various grades. In order to illustrate the techniques and patterns, sparring has to take place. Board Breaking is also a part of the demonstrations. What therefore are the things that judges look for when awarding points during demonstrations?   1. Ki-Hap ...

Introduction To Taekwondo Demonstrations Taekwondo demonstrations can be used for a variety of purposes such as attracting and encouraging new students to enroll for classes or for sporting purposes. Martial arts associations or other taekwondo clubs may incorporate taekwondo demonstrations so as to attract new students. The demonstrations can be performed in a variety of places such as at university fairs, schools or at a carnival. Some clubs have been known to perform a variety of demonstra...

If you are curious about finding a school for taekwondo classes, the following are some great tips that will guide you to find one: Look for a variety of schools that offer the classes. Each school has different styles and therefore you should choose the one that is comfortable for you. Once you have selected a few chosen schools, aim to attend different classes in each one of them. Visit the belt tests, the sparring classes and even the black belt classes. The main reason for this is be...

Taekwondo is a form of martial arts that involves intense physical activity. However it comes with a lot of benefits. It improves physical fitness. This is due to the fact that there is a lot of strength training involved as well as cardio. This will improve your overall health and will help you to keep your weight in check. It is a lot of fun. When you join the taekwondo classes, you will get to meet many people whom you will interact with. The friendly fights are a good way of forming ...

Taekwondo Equipment And Uniform You Might Need If you are new to taekwondo, there are a few things that you must have before beginning your classes. One of the things that you will need is a Dobok. This is a uniform that consists of pants and a top. These two pieces of your uniform should be loose and comfortable. This is because during the training sessions, your skin will need to breath. The Dobok's material will allow your skin to breath and will prevent you from overheating.   ...

The Difference between WTF and ITF These are two different styles of the same type of martial art. The two styles have a few listed similarities but to the trained eye, there are major differences. WTF has a set of patterns that is different from that of ITF. Competitors in WTF are allowed to wear protective gear during sparring. One is not allowed to punch the head and should only punch the body. Moreover, it involves a lot of kicking as compared to ITF.   ...

Introduction To Taekwondo Taekwondo is a popular form of martial arts that is known mostly for its kicking techniques. The word "taekwondo" simply means "way of the fist and foot". There are two categories of taekwondo: ITF (International Taekwondo Federation) and WTF (World Taekwondo Federation). Since it is a form of self defense, it is suitable for people of all ages, gender and body types. It helps to improve one's strength, discipline and flexibility. Remember that when you enroll for ta...

1.The rear naked choke This is whereby the attacker comes from behind you and slips his arm around your neck, and with the other arm presses the back of your head thus applying pressure to your neck. This kind of choke only gives you a few seconds to react to it before your attacker can ease into it and choke you to death. The first thing that taekwondo teaches you to defend yourself against the rear naked choke is to stop the attackers arm before it goes all the way around your neck. However...

Introduction To Taekwondo Self-Defence Techniques Hosinul is another name for taekwondo self-defence and is part of the four principles of the art. The practitioners of taekwondo always seem like they are defying gravity when they perform the flying kicks and jumps. The self defense techniques usually incorporate moves from a variety of other martial arts such as Aikido, Kung-Fu, Karate, Judo, etc. In taekwondo, kicks are only effective when delivered from a distance. However, there are many ...

1. Integrity Taekwondo teaches students the five tenets which are essential for our day to day lives. It teaches its students integrity by encouraging them to make the right decisions. It teaches them that they should help other people that are in need. When this is carried on to the outside world, the students significantly improve their personality. When you practice taekwondo, your body image improves and you build on your self esteem by taking on each challenge as presented to you. This n...