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Lighthouse Point Taekwondo Classes
We offer classes for men and women, as well as children of all ages. Whether you have experience in Taekwondo or have none, we have classes to meet your needs.
OUR AMAZING KIDS TAEKWONDO CLASSES
TAEKWONDO FOR KIDS
Your Child Will Be In Class With Kids Same Age and Size
Our Taekwondo for kids program utilized the acclaimed “Dragons” “Tigers” and “Juniors” program. These are age specific systems of teaching Martial Arts to kids. So Effective, that we were asked to start these programs in elite schools such as Pine Crest and North Broward Preparatory.
Our Main Focus in Kids Taekwondo Is Fitness and Discipline
At a young age, the focus is on Discipline and fitness. Lets be honest, discipline is tough to teach. We, even more tough to learn. We use Martial Arts as a disguise.
Taekwondo Is A Very Effective Way to Teach Children Discipline
The Taekwondo kids want that next belt, and will do anything to get it. This is when Grades, chores, or any other hardship becomes a test requirement. We tell them to do their homework and clean their room, allowing the parents to focus on a different aspect of raising their children.
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TAEKWONDO IS THE PERFECT INTRODUCTION TO MARTIAL ARTS
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Adult Taekwondo Class Info?
ADULT TAEKWONDOCLASS
men’s Taekwondo class Pompano Beach
While acknowledging that boxing, wrestling, and other western combat sports and fighting systems such as fencing are indeed martial forms of practice and theory, when one speaks of men’s Martial Arts programs one instantly envisions the wealth of arts that have their origins in the East. These arts include Karate, Kung-Fu, Aikido, and Taekwondo.
For those with an interest in Asian culture and traditional-style training, Taekwondo can be an exciting journey thru the martial worlds. Other Adult Classes Here.
There is everything you want to learn about Taekwondo within these webpages.
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Taekwondo Curriculum
Each syllabus provides some guidelines in terms of which techniques you should know as you progress through your early Taekwondo training.
Master Charles
Teaching Taekwondo in our Lighthouse Point location, Velocity has Master Charles Panoyan
This covers basic punching, blocking, striking and kicking techniques, one-step sparring techniques, key tips on how to get the best out of your training and free-sparring moves to improve your fighting training.
The training aids include:
- Key tips on getting the most out of your training.
- Breathing control education.
- Easy to understand instruction on how to obtain basic stances.
- Clear and simple instruction and tips on Taekwondo kicking techniques.
- Step by step concise tuition on executing basic combination techniques needed for grading.
- A step-by-step break down of how to do new one-step sparring techniques.
- Free sparring techniques to improve your balance, counter attacking and reflexes.
- Tips and advice on how to be technically correct.
Taekwondo Forms
Taekwondo forms are series of standardized movements students practice in order to practice defensive or offensive techniques, develop their physical conditioning, and improve balance.
The practitioner is in fact walking out Pre-arranged sequences, or patterns, of techniques which are aimed at developing a particular set of skills. These patterns are supported by meanings, which can be a philosophical, spiritual, or metaphysical concept; a historical personage or event symbolized through movements and numerated sequences; or simply a particular set of skills. Pumsae is infinite. These Taekwondo forms can be created to reveal or conceal any truth whatsoever.
Forms are incredibly advantageous to Taekwondo students. However, remembering the many different forms can be a challenge. Perfecting the numerous forms, too, is a major feat. Martial arts students can use the following tips to help themselves remember Taekwondo patterns.
Learn more about Kicho, Palgwe and Taeguk, Taekwondo Forms in person at our Lighthouse Point Dojang.
Olympic Sport Taekwondo
OFF ALL THE DIRECTIONS IN WHICH TAEKWONDO HAS GONE SINCE ITS ORIGINS IN POST-WORLD WAR II KOREA, THERE IS NONE PERHAPS SO DYNAMIC AND FLAMBOYANT AS THE SO-CALLED SPORT OF “OLYMPIC-STYLE TAEKWONDO” OR SPORT TAEKWONDO.
This style of Taekwondo has come to be the dominant variant of the world’s most widely practiced Martial Art. But how did a particular branch of this art eventually become an official Olympic game? Its history is a storied and colorful one, and one with no shortage of intrigue .
This relatively new sport has been spoken of as, “The most beautiful Martial Arts sport to have ever been created”, and your author would find this declaration quite difficult to refute. While some arts such as Jiu-jitsu, or some techniques for example kicks to the legs and thighs require some appreciation on behalf of the spectator, there is no imagination required in appreciating a spinning-hook kick to the head.
If you or someone you know is interested in learning Olympic Sport Taekwondo in Lighthouse Point Florida, Stop in for a free class and learn from the best!
HISTORY OF TAEKWONDO
Beginning in 1945, shortly after the end of World War II and Japanese Occupation, new martial arts schools called kwans opened in Seoul.
That Taekwondo is a unique and distinct art beginning at the close of the Japanese occupation and the period following the Allied defeat of Japan is fact. Though there are many a Korean Taekwondo student that would like you to believe that Taekwondo has a history of thousands of years, this is simply not the case unless you substitute “Martial Arts” in place of Taekwondo. Whenever attempting to research matters such as these, it is important to realize that national pride and cultural bias tend to color historical depictions in no small way.
In fact, to pick up two different Taekwondo books and find a common historical account regarding the academic history of the art of Taekwondo will be the exception rather than rule. Another factor to consider beyond personal ambition in the slanting of history, is the political motivations behind these player’s actions. The following account is my sincere attempt at a concise and informative overview of the history of Taekwondo. My opinions have been formed over the past twenty-eight years of studying this art. Owing no loyalty to any federation or school, I have tirelessly researched ALL perspectives available that thru this dissecting of opposing accounts I might better discover the truth and essence of these matters.
STYLES OF TAEKWONDO
THIS PAGE WILL HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THE VARIETIES OF TAEKWONDO. THE VARIOUS STYLES, PHILOSOPHIES, GOVERNING BODIES, FORMS, TRADITIONAL TAEKWONDO, MODERN TAEKWONDO AND SPORT TAEKWONDO.
Main Styles of Taekwondo
Taekwondo (TKD) is one of the most popular martial arts practiced by millions of people around the world. But there is still some confusion when it comes to different styles or variations of Taekwondo, and how many of them are there.
Taekwondo has three main styles that are also defined as separate organizations: Traditional style, World Taekwondo and ITF style. However there are 8 total recognized governing bodies (styles).
Keep reading this article to learn all about the different styles of Taekwondo. We will bring you closer to how these differ from one another in various aspects and provide you with many unique pieces of information. In order to better understand why there are so many Taekwondo styles, you must take a closer look at its history and development.
What is Traditional Taekwondo?
TRADITIONAL TAEKWONDO
The term Traditional Taekwondo (also sometimes called Classic Taekwondo) generally refers to the oldest form of taekwondo, practiced primarily in the 1950s by the South Korean military.
This style of taekwondo predates even the name “taekwondo” and really represents an amalgam of martial arts styles practiced then by the Nine Kwans.
It’s generally agreed that any style established after ITF-style is not referred to as traditional. So for example, Kukkiwon–style taekwondo is generally not called “traditional.”
Traditional styles of taekwondo are heavily influenced by karate, combined with elements of Chinese martial arts and traditional Korean martial arts. Depending on the school (Kwan), the mixture of these elements varied. For example:
- Early taekwondo pioneers such as Won Kuk Lee (of Chung Do Kwan), Byung Jick Ro (of Song Moo Kwan) and Choi Hong Hi (of Oh Do Kwan and ITF) studied Shotokan karate before opening their own schools.
- Byung In Yoon (of YMCA Kwon Bop Bu/Chang Moo Kwan) studied Shūdōkan karate before opening his school.
- Kwe Byung Yoon (of Jidokwan) studied Shitō-ryū karate before opening his school.
- Hwang Kee (of Moo Duk Kwan) is said to have studied primarily Chinese quanfa before opening his school.
Depending on which Kwan one studied in then, the style of martial art being studied could be fairly different. Eventually of course these styles were merged to become what we now call taekwondo.
THEORIES OF TAEKWONDO
Different styles of Taekwondo adopt different philosophical underpinnings. Many of these underpinnings however refer back to the Five Commandments of the Hwarang as a historical referent. For example, Choi Hong-hi expressed his philosophical basis for Taekwondo as the Five Tenets of Taekwondo:
The Governing Bodies of Taekwondo
GOVERNING BODIES OF TAEKWONDO
Taekwondo, as a martial art with global reach, is overseen by several key governing bodies. These organizations help regulate the sport, set standards, and organize competitions. Here are the main governing bodies for Taekwondo:
1. World Taekwondo (WT)
2. International Taekwondo Federation (ITF)
3. World Taekwondo Federation (WTF)
These are 3 of the 8 current governing bodies.
Click HERE to learn about all 8.
The Taekwondo Theory of Power
General Choi’s “Theory of Power” in Taekwondo, also known as the “Principles of Power,” outlines the fundamental concepts for generating effective force in Taekwondo techniques. This theory helps practitioners understand how to maximize the power and impact of their strikes and movements. Here are the key components:
1. Concentration of Power
2. Speed
3. Extension of Power
Learn General Choi’s “Theory of Power” in greater detail here.
The Fixe Tenants of Taekwondo
The five tenets of Taekwondo are fundamental principles that guide practitioners in their training and conduct both on and off the mat. These tenets are integral to the philosophy of Taekwondo and are intended to help individuals develop not only their martial arts skills but also their character and integrity. Here are the five tenets:
1. Courtesy (Ye Ui)
- Definition: Courtesy involves showing respect, politeness, and consideration towards others. It emphasizes treating others with kindness and maintaining a respectful attitude.
- Application: Practitioners are encouraged to be polite to instructors, fellow students, and everyone they interact with. This tenet is reflected in bowing, greeting, and showing appreciation and respect in all situations.
2. Integrity (Yom Chi)
- Definition: Integrity refers to having strong moral principles and honesty. It involves being truthful, fair, and maintaining a sense of honor and ethics.
- Application: Practitioners should strive to be honest with themselves and others, adhere to ethical behavior, and act with sincerity in their training and daily life.
3. Perseverance (In Nae)
- Definition: Perseverance is the quality of continuing to do something despite difficulties or delays. It involves determination and the ability to persist in the face of challenges.
- Application: Practitioners are encouraged to keep working towards their goals, even when faced with obstacles or setbacks. This tenet promotes resilience and the continuous effort needed to improve and succeed.
4. Self-Control (Geuk Gi)
- Definition: Self-control is the ability to regulate one’s emotions, behavior, and reactions. It involves maintaining composure and discipline, particularly in stressful situations.
- Application: Practitioners should work on controlling their impulses and emotions, both in their training and in everyday interactions. Self-control helps in managing reactions and making thoughtful decisions.
5. Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgool)
- Definition: Indomitable spirit refers to having a resolute and courageous mindset that refuses to give up, even in the face of adversity. It embodies the strength of character and determination.
- Application: Practitioners should approach their training and challenges with a strong and unwavering spirit. This tenet encourages maintaining a positive attitude and relentless effort in achieving one’s goals.
These tenets are designed to help Taekwondo practitioners develop a well-rounded character and to apply the principles of Taekwondo in all aspects of life. They are not just guidelines for training but also for personal development and conduct in the broader community.