My Journey as a Taekwondo Assistant Masterupdated at May 12, 2024 1,405 I've been practicing Taekwondo since I was a kid in Korea.Even as a middle school student,I was already pretty good,reaching the fourth category.But when I moved to America,I thought I'd have to leave Taekwondo behind.However,life had a surprise for me.Now...  |
Chilling Acrobatic Taekwondo! The Birth of a Poomsae Prodigy - Byeon Jae-yeong Wins 1st Place at the Hong Kong World Poomsae Championshipscreated at Dec 12, 2024 25 Poomsae (or pumsae) are prearranged forms of martial arts movements practiced in various martial arts,most notably Taekwondo.They are a series of carefully choreographed blocks,strikes,stances,and steps performed in a specific sequence,designed to develop ...  |
Men vs. Women Taekwondo Sparring - Beautiful Taekwondo Star Tammy's Dazzling Roundhouse Kickscreated at Nov 09, 2024 53 Tammy(태미) - the actress who won first place in the world taekwondo championship poomsae,received a proposal from the Blue House security guard,leaving everyone speechless.How many main jobs does she have?! .This scenario sets up a potentially exciting an...  |
Legendary Taekwondo Match of the Korean National Sports Festival in High School Divisioncreated at Nov 09, 2024 61 This excerpt describes a highly anticipated match between two rising stars in the world of Taekwondo: Park Tae-jun,the Korean national team member,and Yang Hee-chan,the reigning world junior champion.The match,a semi-final showdown at the National Sports F...  |
Legendary Taekwondo 540 degree Kick - Champion Hyun-goo Nohcreated at Nov 09, 2024 55 A 540-degree kick in Taekwondo is called a "Triple Turning Kick" or "540-degree Spin Kick".This is a very advanced technique where the practitioner rotates three times in the air before delivering a kick.While it's sometimes mistakenly referred to as a "72...  |
Lengendary Turkish Taekwondo player Tazegul at 2015 WTF World Taekwondo Championshipsupdated at Nov 08, 2024 51 Servet Tazegül is a Turkish taekwondo athlete,born on February 13,1986,in Istanbul.He has won numerous medals,including Olympic gold at the 2012 London Olympics,silver at the 2008 Beijing Olympics,and bronze at the 2016 Rio Olympics:He is a five-time Worl...  |
World Rank #2 - Turkey TKD Legend Servet Tazegülcreated at Nov 07, 2024 90 Tazegül is a Turkish taekwondo athlete known for his impressive career,winning numerous medals at prestigious competitions like the World Taekwondo Championships and the European Taekwondo Championships.He was also a two-time Olympic medalist,taking silve...  |
Kick Stress Away with Taekwondo and Sportsupdated at Sep 21, 2024 1,198 Summer is a season that some people say is dangerous for exercise because of the heat.But on the other hand,summer is also the best season for sweating and working out well.If you dream of losing weight,summer can be a great chance to transform into a slim...  |
Little Johnny Kang's Taekwondo Journey at the Kukkiwon in 2016created at May 15, 2024 1,338 Once upon a time,there was a young boy named Johnny Kang who loved Taekwondo.He lived in a small town where the sun kissed the rooftops every morning,and the air was filled with the scent of adventure.Johnny's passion for Taekwondo burned bright since he w...  |
Kicking Stress Away: From AP Tests to Taekwondo Matsupdated at Sep 21, 2024 1,420 Hey everyone! Just thought I’d drop in and share a bit about my crazy day—it was a mix of hardcore study vibes and martial arts action,and boy,was it a rollercoaster.So,here’s the rundown: my morning kicked off with the dreaded AP Test,and I wrapped up ...  |
Why Taekwondo is My Ultimate Stress Busterupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,346 Hey everyone! Today,I want to talk about something that’s become a super important part of my life – Taekwondo.If you’ve ever felt like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders,you’ll understand why finding a great way to relieve stres...  |
Mastering Taekwondo Board Breaking: Techniques, Types, and Proper Usagecreated at Apr 23, 2024 2,335 TKD(TaeKwonDo), with its resounding kihaps and powerful kicks, is a martial art that demands precision, strength, and discipline. Among its many facets, board breaking (송판) stands out as a crucial skill, demonstrating not only physical prowess but also m...  |
Unlocking the Basics: The Concept of Teaching Taekwondoupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,342 Hey there,fellow martial arts enthusiasts! Today,let's dive into the fundamental concept of teaching Taekwondo.Whether you're an aspiring instructor or a curious practitioner,understanding the core principles of teaching this dynamic martial art is essenti...  |
Teaching Taekwondo to Kids: More Than Just Movementsupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,527 Embarking on the journey of teaching Taekwondo to children has been an enlightening experience that transcends mere physical training.It's about nurturing a deep understanding of this martial art's essence,harmonizing the mind and body in ways that often d...  |
The Art of Teaching Jumping Kicks to Kids: A Journey Beyond the Basicsupdated at May 12, 2024 1,476 In the disciplined world of Taekwondo,the act of executing a kick is deceptively simple.However,teaching the nuanced technique of a jumping kick to children unveils a layered challenge that goes beyond mere physicality.It's an intricate dance of balance,ti...  |
Taekwondo Tornado Kick Tutorialupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,172 :Start facing forward in the Kicking Stance.Your target is straight in front of you.Take a full step forward with your right leg as if going into a Walking Stance,but facing left as compared to your original starting position,and with your fists still cham...  |
Mastering the Art - Effective Strategies for Teaching Taekwondoupdated at May 12, 2024 1,335 Teaching Taekwondo can be challenging,but with the right approach and resources,you can make it more manageable and effective.Here are some tips to help you improve your teaching skills:"Understand your students: Recognize that every student is different i...  |
Taegeuk Chapter 1 (Taegeuk 1Jang)updated at Sep 22, 2024 163 Hey,techies! Today,we're diving into something cool that’s not all about coding or gadgets.We're talking about Taegeuk Chapter 1 (Taegeuk 1Jang).Yeah,I know it sounds a bit like a level in a video game,but trust me,it’s way cooler than that.So,let’s sta...  |
Taekwondo Tornado Kick Tutorial - one of my favorite kicksupdated at Sep 22, 2024 1,253 Tornado kicks in Taekwondo are often regarded as one of the most dynamic and visually stunning techniques in martial arts.Also known as cheat kicks,they have the ability to confuse opponents and make it difficult for them to defend.One of my personal favor...  |
Taekwondo Kicks Tutorialcreated at Jan 24, 2024 1,273 1. The Front Kick (앞 차기, “Ap Chagi”)The front kick is sometimes referred to as the “snap kick,” because of the tremendous speed exerted in this move. It is one of the first kicks taught in Taekwondo, but is often considered as one of the most powerf...  |
How to tie your Taekwondo Belt?updated at May 12, 2024 1,259 Tying your Taekwondo belt is an essential skill for every practitioner,symbolizing discipline,respect,and dedication to the art.It's a simple yet significant ritual that carries deep meaning within the martial arts community.Let's explore the step-by-step ...  |
Embracing the COSMOS Program Application Journeyupdated at May 12, 2024 1,461 Eventually time for me to challenge for COSMOS Program.COSMOS stands for California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science.I wanted to take part in COSMOS Program from the beginning of 2023,and its application is near at hand.The application will ...  |
A Magical Christmas Experience at South Coast Plazacreated at Nov 24, 2023 1,285 Last weekend,my family and I decided to go to South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa.Now,I've been to this place plenty of times before,but there's something extra special about visiting during Christmas season."The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: th...  |
A Hurdle on the Court: My Basketball Injury Journeycreated at Oct 04, 2022 1,530 Playing basketball is one of my favorite things to do.It's a game that makes me feel free and full of energy."Success is not final,failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." - Winston Churchill.But one day,while shooting hoops with m...  |
Took a Student ID Card Photo for My Sophomore Yearupdated at Sep 30, 2024 1,352 As a high school student,there are certain rites of passage that mark our journey through these formative years.One such moment is taking the photo for our student ID card.It may seem like a trivial task,but in reality,it holds a deeper significance.It's a...  |
A Day at the Indoor Climbing Gym in Santa Anaupdated at Sep 29, 2024 1,514 Discovering the joys of indoor climbing in Santa Ana was an unexpected twist in my sports activities,highlighting a stark contrast to what I was accustomed to in Korea,particularly in terms of spatial scale.The expansive and welcoming space of the climbing...  |
A New Beginning: Our Move to the USupdated at Sep 29, 2024 1,453 Recently,luck was on our side as my father found a house in Irvine,California through the internet,sealing the deal without a physical visit."Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all." - Helen Keller.Trusting the agent's information,he made the ...  |
Base camp for house hunting in Anaheim near Disney Landupdated at May 12, 2024 1,386 During our journey to the United States,our family was thrilled to secure accommodation in a hotel situated near the famed Disneyland in Anaheim,California.The excitement to explore the whimsical wonderland was palpable,yet our busy itinerary unfortunately...  |