Tae Kwon Do is a martial art form that originated in Korea over two thousand years ago. Tae Kwon Do literally means “the way kicking and punching”. Tae Kwon Do stresses fast and effective strikes that are accurate and powerful. Tae Kwon Do is not just a martial arts style, but also a mindset and way of life. Most people recognize Tae Kwan Do by its fast kicks, spinning kicks, and aerial kicks. However, Tae Kwon Do also makes use of the fists and can be very defensive as well….
Kumdo, The Martial Art Of Swordsmanship.
I recently had a couple of students in my Wing Chun class ask for training in swordsmanship. Now, Kung Fu has a lot of weapons forms, but they tend to be stylized, rather than sparring formats. I originally thought of teaching them Kendo, on the Japanese forms, but having just taken some Tae Kwon Do classes of my own, I decided to look a little further afield. I found the Korean cognate of Kendo, called kumdo.
Joong Bong, The Most Versatile And Easy To Learn Martial Arts Weapon.
People have been picking up sticks to beat each other since time immemorial, but the joong bong, the Korean Middle staff, is something really special in the world of martial arts. This is the most commonly taught weapon in the Korean martial art of Kuk Sul Won, though tournaments and ease of use have brought the joong bong into other arenas, like Tae Kwon Do.
Bruce Lee, the Greatest Martial Arts Action Hero
A tribute to the great Bruce Lee and his impact on martial arts.
How To Choose A Martial Arts School
What to look for when choosing a martial arts school or club to join.
Taekwondo is Not Taekwondo Without Its Kicks
You have probably heard this over and over again but you are going to hear it again now.Taekwondo is known for its kicks.
Tae Kwon Do Basic Information
What do you know about this Korean form of martial art? In Korea, it is practiced as the national sport, but it provides more than entertainment for those who learn it. Tae Kwon Do is used as a form of self-defense and exercise. Competitors come together in matches, somewhat like boxing, to fight, or spar, with one another.
The Difference Between Karate and Tae Kwon Do
Describing differences and similarities between karate and tae kwon do, the two most popular martial arts in North America.
Top Reasons To Try Martial Arts
Just about everyone knows about the popular martial arts, such as Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu and Tai Chi…some people have even thought about trying out a class. Bt have you ever actually done it? Do you need a reason?
Just about everyone has thought about taking up a martial art at some point in time. Maybe as another way to stay in shape. Possibly as a means to protect yourself from the school bully. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of reasons why people choose t…
Training with Martial Arts Weapons – Karate Kung Fu Weaponry
Discussion of training with martial arts weapons as part of an overall karate education.
What Art Hard Style and Soft Style Martial Arts?
Definition and background of the terms hard style and soft style in martial arts.
The Benefits of Martial Arts Training
Outlining the many benefits of martial arts training.