Why Learn Tae Kwon Do?

For Self-defence: One never knows when he or she may be attacked. Since we normally do not carry side arms, a most effective way to defend ourselves and our loved ones is "empty hand fighting" and Tae Kwon Do reveals the ancient secrets. Knowledge of these secrets can be life savings in times of danger For Health: Tae Kwon Do is far more than just defensive methods. It is a superb means of mental and physical development. Tae Kwon Do practitioners are noted for their excellent health gained from the discipline and patience required by the art. For Self Confidence and Poise: Tae Kwon Do first and foremost requires that all students be polite and respectful and never use their knowledge for frivolous purposes or wanton harm. Yet a true student is able to dispel fear. What can be achieved through Tae Kwon Do training? The student of Tae Kwon Do develops an unbeatable self-defence through rigid training and professional supervised instruction. In addition Tae Kwon Do builds dynamic tension and makes balanced use of a large number of body muscles. It provides excellent all around exercise and develops coordination and agility. Tae Kwon Do trains students in character, sincerity, effort, etiquette and self-control. Who may learn Tae Kwon Do? Classes are open to men, women and children as Tae Kwon Do is one of the only true family sports. All can learn and participate together. The degree of progress for any student is based on the individual coordination and attentiveness. Physical fitness is essential for a happy, productive life, and invariably, people who are capable of defending themselves are less ***************************************************************************************** When we hear the words martial artist we visualize an individual who has been trained to use his hands and feet as weapons of combat. Although this may be a by product of martial arts training, it is not considered of primary importance. The central purpose of the martial arts is development of the mind, body, and spirit of its students. This basic principle originated with the Buddhist monks in the 4th century who needed a method of training to help their poor physical condition due to inactivity resulting from hours of kneeling and meditation. Martial Arts training has survived for more than 1500 years not because it is the ultimate fighting system but because it provides society today with the same benefit it provided the Buddhist monks in the 4th century; the ultimate system of mental and physical conditioning. Better than any modern system of aerobics, martial arts training develops both internal cardiovascular system as well as external muscles. The movements are scientifically designed and executed for maximum efficiency and development so students of any age or sex will receive total benefit. The benefits of health, fitness, self-defence, and sport are just a few of the values of martial arts training. The martial arts continue to grow with more than 50 million students worldwide. The major achievement of martial art practitioners has not been the fighting skill gained through training, but the physical and mental growth of an individual.