What is Uchido?
Taekwondo
is a Korean martial art that dates back over 2000 years. It is know for
its dramatic flying and spinning kicks. The name comes from the Korean
words tae (foot or kick), kwon (fist or punch), and do (art or the way).
Literally Taekwondo means "the way of the hand and foot".
Taekwondo is a very effective means of self-defense, but it is more
than a physical art, it is also a philosophical art and state of mind.
What do students learn?
Students
learn the fundamentals of Taekwondo through choreographed sequences of
combative moves, the breaking of boards and two person controlled
sparring. Students are taught how to defend themselves, not only
physically, but mentally.
They also receive instruction in principles such as courtesy, integrity, perseverance and self-control.
Benefits of Uchido
| Enhance self-esteem |
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Coordination |
| Increase flexibility |
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Learn self-defense |
| Build confidence |
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Teach respect |
| Improve physical fitness |
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Increase concentration |
| Develop discipline |
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Learn about intention |
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