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Taekwondo is a martial art that prioritizes defeating opponents with powerful kicks and agility. This martial art style was developed in Korea during the 1960s and 1970s, and is a fusion of Okinawa karate, Chinese martial arts and other Korean traditions. This martial art form gained international recognition 2000 Summer Olympics, when it became a … Continue reading Mental and Physical Health Benefits of Taekwondo →

This martial art involves fast spinning and powerful kicks. It is an amalgamation of Karate, Korean martial art forms and Chinese fighting tactics. A Little about Taekwondo Soon after the end of Japanese imperialism in 1945, nine kwans (schools) were established by martial artists who studied and trained in Japan. Each of these schools had … Continue reading Basic Taekwondo Stances Explained →