What is the difference between Taekwondo, karate and Kung Fu?
Taekwon-Do originated in Korea, Karate in Okinawa (Japan) and Kung Fu in China. Each of these martial arts has common elements, but each style was developed using different techniques to give an increased reach advantage and to keep assailants outside of their striking range. As your legs can deliver twice the amount of force to an attacker faster than the hands, a Taekwon-Do practitioner may end a self-defence situation very quickly. In Karate they use more hand techniques and in Kung Fu they use mostly arms.
What is the difference between Integrity Taekwon-Do and other Taekwon-Do schools?
We need to start with a little background theory. In Integrity Taekwon-Do, we train in the original military-style of Taekwon-Do designed for unarmed self-defence. Our school as such is a traditional Kwan (school) employing traditional martial etiquette to ensure the safety of all students whilst training. Following the military method gives students a systematic, tried and tested curriculum that supports ease in learning the art correctly and effectively.
What ‘style’ of Taekwon-Do does Integrity Taekwon-Do teach and train in?
We teach the original style of Taekwon-Do that some refer to, in Korean, as “Chang-Hon”. Our style is the Taekwon-Do that the ITF (International Taekwon-Do Federation) is derived from and that the WTF (World Taekwon-Do Federation) went the sporting way from. All current Taekwon-Do styles worldwide ultimately came from the same style we continue to train and persevere in within Integrity Taekwon-Do.
How long does it take to become a Black Belt?
This is relative to a student’s ability and dedication. Generally, about three years of continuously attending class twice a week as a junior belt Kup, and three times a week as a senior belt Kup will see a student be ready to apply for a black belt under Master Lang. Again, this depends on the individual. Only a small percentage of those that commence Integrity Taekwon-Do training achieve Black Belt level, as training is far more than kicking and punching. For those that have the determination and spirit, achieving Black Belt status is the commencement of learning the ‘Art’
What are the Tenets of Integrity Taekwon-Do?
- Perseverance
- Self-Control
- Respect
- Courtesy
- Integrity
- Indomitable Spirit
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