学跆拳道用英语怎么说
What is the English name for “学跆拳道”?
The English name for “学跆拳道” is Taekwondo
What does “Taekwondo” mean?
”Taekwondo” is a Korean martial art that combines self-defense techniques combat skills and exercise The word “Taekwondo” is derived from three Korean words: “Tae” means foot “Kwon” means fist or hand and “Do” means the way or art Therefore Taekwondo can be translated as “the way of the foot and fist” or “the art of kicking and punching”
When was Taekwondo developed?
Taekwondo is a relatively modern martial art It was developed in the 1940s and 1950s in Korea influenced by traditional Korean martial arts Japanese karate and Chinese martial arts The Korea Taekwondo Association (KTA) was established in 1959 to promote and standardize Taekwondo as a national sport
What are the main features of Taekwondo?
Taekwondo is known for its emphasis on high fast kicks and jumping and spinning kicks It also includes various hand strikes blocks and grappling techniques Taekwondo training focuses on developing physical fitness flexibility balance coordination mental discipline and self-defense skills
Is Taekwondo an Olympic sport?
Yes Taekwondo is an Olympic sport It made its debut as a demonstration sport at the 1988 Seoul Olympics and became an official medal sport at the 2000 Sydney Olympics Taekwondo competitions at the Olympics consist of sparring (kyorugi) and forms (poomsae or patterns) events with different weight divisions for male and female athletes
