Taekwondo
Taekwondo -The Art of Kicking and Punching
Introduction
Taekwondo is a dynamic Korean martial art known for its high-flying kicks, powerful strikes, and strong sense of discipline. The word Taekwondo roughly translates to “the way of the foot and the hand”, reflecting its emphasis on kicking techniques combined with hand strikes and blocks.
Taekwondo is more than just self-defense—it’s a sport, philosophy, and way of life. It promotes physical fitness, mental strength, respect, and perseverance. Practiced worldwide, Taekwondo became an official Olympic sport in the 2000 Sydney Games and continues to gain popularity globally.
How the Games is Played
In a competitive Taekwondo match, two opponents face off in a ring, trying to score points by landing kicks and punches on each other’s scoring zones—primarily the torso and head.
Basic Competition Format:
A match consists of 3 rounds of 2 minutes each, with short breaks in between.
Points are awarded for:
Valid kicks to the torso or head.
Spinning kicks earn higher points.
Punches to the torso also score.
The fighter with the most points at the end of the match wins, or a knockout can end the match earlier.
Key Rules & Techniques
Key Rules:
Only WT-approved gear (including electronic body protectors) is used in competitions.
Kicks to the head are allowed; punches to the head are not.
Fighters must control their power and maintain respect and discipline.
Penalties (called Gam-jeom) are given for actions like grabbing, pushing, or stepping out of bounds.
Common Techniques:
Front Kick (Ap Chagi) – Straight kick used for quick strikes.
Roundhouse Kick – Powerful kick to the side or head.
Spinning Hook Kick – High-scoring, advanced technique.
Axe Kick – Downward kick, often used to target the head.
Major Taekwondo Events
Taekwondo is a global sport governed by World Taekwondo, and is featured in several major events:
Olympic Games
World Taekwondo Championships
Asian Games
Pan American Games
Grand Prix Series
Some famous Taekwondo athletes include Steven Lopez (USA), Hadi Saei (Iran), and Jade Jones (UK).
How to Get Involved
Whether you want to learn self-defense, get fit, or compete, Taekwondo offers a rewarding path:
Find a Local Dojang (School) – Certified instructors offer classes for all ages.
Wear the Uniform – Known as a Dobok, with a colored belt showing rank.
Start with the Basics – Learn stances, blocks, and beginner kicks.
Train for Belt Promotions – Progress through ranks from white belt to black belt.
Join Tournaments – As you grow, test your skills in local and international competitions.
About The App
Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry’s standard dummy text ever since the 1500s, when an unknown printer took a galley of type and scrambled it to make a type specimen book.
It has survived not only five centuries, but also the leap into electronic typesetting, remaining essentially unchanged. It was popularised in the 1960s with the release of Letraset sheets containing Lorem Ipsum passages, and more recently with desktop publishing software like Aldus PageMaker including versions of Lorem Ipsum.
Download App
Download this Free App
No subscription.
No monthly fees.
No catch.
