What is Taekwondo?
ATaekwondo is a martial art, developed 2000 years ago as an unarmed form of self-defense, characterized by its fast, high and spinning kicks. There are multiple interpretations of the name Taekwondo. It is often interpreted as "The way of the hand and foot" Our definition of taekwondo is:
Tae = "To strike/block with the foot" - "To kick/jump"
Kwon = "Fist" - "To strike/block with the hand"
Do = "The way/art"
So all together, Taekwondo means "The art of kicking and punching" or "The art of unarmed combat." Taekwondo has developed into one of the most popular martial arts in the world. It has become an international Olympic sport, practiced by millions worldwide.
Taekwondo has five disciplines:
1) Basic movement
2) Forms (patterns)
3) Self-Defense
4) Break test
5) Sparring
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Taekwondo is an Olympic sport.
Taekwondo is a Collegiate sport.
Taekwondo is a Family sport.
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Taekwondo For Kids
Lakeshore Taekwondo Academy's teaching staff specialize in teaching boys and girls beginning around the age of four or five (as well as adults) who want to lose weight, tone up, or just have fun exercising.
In training young people, the children gain a great deal of pride, self-discipline, self-confidence, self-respect, and respect for others. These traits combine to help build their character. Plus, they get that much needed exercise to strengthen their bodies.
In some cases, Taekwondo training can actually serve as a form of child therapy. For example, because of the self-confidence they receive from learning to defend themselves, the very shy, withdrawn child becomes more calm and respectful towards others.
Children's classes are geared to shorter attention spans. Many children have improved their school grades. As parents, you will be truly amazed at the positive difference in attitude your child develops after taking classes at Lakeshore Taekwondo Academy. They will walk with pride with their heads held higher.
Taekwondo for Adults
Taekwondo is a great way to get in shape, improve flexibility, and develop confidence in all areas of life. Whether you're 18 or 80, there's going to be something for you.
