A TaeKwondo Uniform is white in order to demonstrate that everyone is the same when training and to emphasis that one is judged on their skills and not on their appearance. It also signifies the …
What is TaeKwonDo?
Taekwondo or Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art that translates to the art of fist and foot. It centers on both kicking and punching techniques as well as the mastery of set forms. …
TaeKwonDo Tournament Rules and Regulations
As I have mentioned on more then a few occasions, I studied TaeKwonDo when I was younger, then took a long break and then a few years ago (well maybe more then just a few!) …
How to Photograph Martial Arts: A Guide for Beginners
Photographing a Martial Arts event can be a challenge. With the speed at which kicks and punches are thrown and the indoor lighting, getting a picture without any blur can be difficult. It can be …
Linear vs Circular Martial Arts: What is the Difference?
The world of martial arts is immense, and it can be intimidating for one to get into. But if you take it one step at a time, you’ll find that even though there is so …
How to Clean Martial Arts Sparring Gear
Imagine going back to martial arts or more specifically Taekwondo after a long break. You’re excited to put on your sparring equipment, only to stop in your tracks the moment you take a huge whiff …
When is International TaeKwonDo Day?
International World TaeKwondo Day is officially designated as September 4. It started in 2006 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam by the ruling body of Taekwondo or the World Taekwondo Federation. Taekwondo is a discipline …
Chun Kuk Do: The Chuck Norris Style of TaeKwonDo
Have you ever watched a Chuck Norris film and wondered what martial art he was practicing? After all, the moves he does in the films doesn’t really conform to any of the ancient martial arts. …
ITF Taekwondo Belt Order and Rank
One important aspect in martial arts training are grading exams. They’re an excellent way of gauging a student’s progress and overall proficiency, allowing instructors to have a general idea on what lessons to teach and …
ATA Taekwondo Belt Order and Rank
Improvement is the sign of growth, and in martial arts, there are systems in place that indicate such progress. These systems specify a person’s abilities and are a manifestation of how far along any given …
