Bihar Taekwondo Association

What is Taekwondo?

Bihar
Taekowondo
Association

Taekwondo is one of the most systematic and scientific martial art. Now it has become a global sport and has gained an international reputation, and stands among the official games in the Olympics. The word TAEKWONDO is composed of three parts “Tae" "Kwon" "Do." "Tae" means foot or leg, "Kwon" means fist or Punch and "Do" means the way or discipline. If we put these three words together, we can say TAEKWONDO is a way of Kick and Punch. Basically, Taekwondo means "the right way of using all parts of the body to stop fights and help to build a better and more peaceful world."

Taekwondo today is similar to the martial arts in other Oriental countries and shares some features with them, because in the course of its evolution it has gained many different styles that existed in the martial arts of the countries surrounding Korea, like Japan and China. But Taekwondo is very different from many such oriental martial arts. First, physically it is very dynamic with active movements that include a mirage of foot skills. Second, the principle physical movements are in simpatico with that of the mind and life as a whole. Third, it possesses dynamic poses from another perspective.

What makes Taekwondo different from these is that it is an activity for survival in extremely antagonistic situations. One must always overcome the enemy that is trying to cause harm. But simply winning a fight is not enough to guarantee one's safety, because the enemy may recuperate and attack again. Moreover, there may be many other enemies than the one that was just defeated. One cannot ever feel safe unless one gains permanent peace. To attain this permanent or lasting peace, one needs unity. This is what Taekwondo aim for. Otherwise Taekwondo would be no different from any other street-fighting skills. Taekwondo pursues harmonious growth and improvements of life through its unique activities. This is why one could say Taekwondo is a way of life. To ultimately enable ourselves to lead more valuable lives, we would do well by finding the guiding principles deeply hidden in Taekwondo.

How to Be a Good Taekwondo Student

In the event that you do Taekwondo and might want to be a superior understudy or in the event that you might want to join Taekwondo the accompanying are important things to remember.

Taekwondo tradition is based upon decent human values such as self discipline (Kuk-Gi), good conduct, decent (Ye-Jol) behavior, sincerity, honesty and integrity (Yom-Chi). A Taekwondo practitioner (Suryun-Saeng) shall not misbehave ever if provoked or harassed. He would react on the physical assault or abuse but refrain from emerging as a nuisance. He shall respect law of the land and would assist the enforcement authority against anti social and the unlawful acts and helps to prevail peace and security in the society.

One should respect his senior (Sun Bae-Nim) in belt grade and elsewhere irrespective of age & sex or status and should address him or her as Sir (Son Saeg-Nim) or Madam (Puin or Madam) in due respect (Jon-Gyung) and shall behave in humility & courtesy. A Taekwondo in should treat his Master (Sah Bum-Nim) as ‘ideal’ commanding full respect and care. One should treat his junior (Hu Bae-Nim) in the training ground or Taekwondo Gymnasium (Do-jang) as a caring elder who would prefer pardon to punishment to induce correction in techniques and behavior amongst them. The generosity may be suspended in the course of training or order to teach lessons through rigorous physical involvement. There is a mutual understanding between the master and the learner (Suryun-Saeng). The Taekwondoins duplicate their Master’s style & tradition as an identity.

Taekwondo begins (See-Jak) & ends (Ko-Mahn) with display of courtesy confirmed by bowing (Kyung-Nae) in submission of the senior by the junior at first sight. It’s an unavoidable obligation on the training ground or Taekwondo Gym. One should obey commands of their seniors as concerned with their lessons & practice only. This is a Taekwondo tradition which transforms a commoner into a decent person and responsible citizen in due course.

STEP:-1

Take the oath. Each Taekwondo practicing ground/hall should take an Oath either in English or local language as per the following:

We solemnly affirm that we shall be ready to maintain sovereignty and unity of the Nation in the disciplined way.
We shall not take part in any illegal activities.
We are always being ready to save the people in guard and poor.

STEP:-2

Show courtesy and respect to the instructor and all other students at all times.
Black belts should be referred to as 'Sir' or 'Ma'am'. At the end of any exercise where you have worked with a partner or group, you must bow to your partner or to the members of your group and say 'Thank you'. Courtesy is a key part of Taekwondo.

STEP:-3

Be honest at all times in your study of Taekwondo,
not only to your instructor and your fellow students, but also to yourself.

STEP:-4

Persevere: exercises are often tough and there will many times when you want to give up,
but to persevere is to carry on regardless.

STEP:-5

Adopt an indomitable spirit:
It is likely that you will suffer set backs at some point during your practice of Taekwondo,
but it is important not to let these put you off. 'Fall Seven times, stand up eight'.

STEP:-6

Be sensible:
don't over train or try to continue with an injury.
Listen to your body. If you are injured, take some time off and come back when you are ready.

STEP:-7

Train regularly:
At least three times a week to get the most out of it.

STEP:-8

Grade whenever possible:
Don't miss a grading, prepare yourself properly and be ready for it on time.

STEP:-9

Compete in tournaments:
Put your skills to the test against new people. Watch other students and pick up tips.

STEP:-10

Ask Black Belts to help:
In most Dojangs, the black belts are friendly and more than willing to help you,
whether you need to go over your form, kicking, or blocks.
Just ask nicely, be polite and remember to thank them for their time.