Why TKD?
Taekwondo (TKD) History
Although it did not assume its current name until the mid 1950’s, Taekwondo has been practiced in Korea under the names of “Subak” and Taekkyon” for over a millennia.
Literally translated as “foot-fist-way“, it is an unarmed martial art. It is internationally recognized for its superior kicking techniques.
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WHY DO TKD?
· Fitness
Taekwondo is a great way to get fit and can start at your own fitness level. Fitness is a result of training, and every 90 minutes class provides an intense cardio workout and tones the legs, upper body & abdominal muscles. In addition, training greatly improves leg flexibility. Stretching is an important part of every training session.
· Self-defence
Students who practice Taekwondo are well equipped with self-defence skills. Training will equip you with One-step sparring and practical self-defence techniques that are utilized in the South Korean Army.
· Tournaments
Competition sparring training develops fast footwork, quick reflexes and powerful strikes.
In 2007, our team was placed 3rd at the Australian University Games (AUG), which makes us one of the top uni clubs in all of Australia! Our main focus are the AUG tournaments held in the break of semester 2 each year but other tournaments we enter include East-coast Challenge, Regional & International Chung Do Kwan competitions, Masters Opens and also NSW state tournaments.
2 of our 4 competitors achieved Gold in the 2006 AUG’s and in 2007, USYD Taekwondo club was ranked 2nd overall in the East-Coast Challenge.
· Fun & Safety
Taekwondo training is easy to get into- beginners can join anytime and are given special attention to learn the essential and fundamental skills required. These are built on as they progress through the belt ranks. Safety is our first priority in our training - training is always conduced in a safe and controlled environment.
