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What is Tae Kwon Do?
It is action philosophy, the Korean art of Self-defense. Literally translated, it means foot, hand and art. However, it is much more than kicking and punching. It is designed as a non-violent art system of entire body practice and way of life. It includes physical and mental discipline with deep philosophy. Through Tae Kwon Do, all practitioners benefit in three important ways:
PHYSICALLY: By developing good coordination and a strong body.
MENTALLY: By building self-confidence, gaining good judgment and developing a sound mind.
PHILOSOPHICALLY: By learning to respect others, help others, be honest and always stand by the weak. Thus it is a guide for the formation of outstanding character, a modern world sport and philosophy. Tae Kwon Do is the oldest and greatest martial art in the world!
Who Can Learn Tae Kwon Do?
TKD is ideal for students of any age or sex. It is not a dangerous activity. It is taught to anyone aged 5 and up for mental and physical development as well as for self defense. It is not necessary to have previous experience, nor is it ever to late to start. The cardiovascular, muscular, and mental benefits are to be enjoyed by all participants whether they are Male, Female, Small, Large, Weak or Strong it makes no difference.

What Are The Benefits of Tae Kwon Do? PHYSICAL FITNESS is one of the main rewards of TKD practice. This is one of the most all around methods of physical fitness since it utilizes every single muscle group of the body. Weight control, cardiovascular conditioning and muscle toning are all physical aspects of TKD.
MENTAL CONDITIONING is also a vital part of training. Developing higher mental abilities allow students to have a stronger belief in themselves. This is an import part of developing a person’s self-esteem. The enhancement of ones self-confidence is a natural by-product of TKD.
COURTESY and RESPECT are very important aspects of TKD. The student learns to respect himself, his country, his parents and others. CHILDREN ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO RESPOND WITH RESPECT AND DISCIPLINE TOWARDS PARENTS AND THOSE IN AUTHORITY. The TKD student soon realizes that others will respect them in turn.
WILLPOWER, SELF-CONFIDENCE, ENDURANCE and the WILL to succeed are developed in TKD.
TALENTS and the best ABILITIES of each student enhanced as the student masters his or herself through the art of Tae Kwon Do