Taekwondo is a Korean martial art that focuses on fast and powerful kicks punches and blocks In Korean it is written as “태권도” which is pronounced as “tae-gwun-doh” However when we talk about Taekwondo in English we usually use its English name which is also spelled as “Taekwondo”

What is Taekwondo?

Taekwondo is often called “the art of kicking and punching” because of its emphasis on these two skills But it is more than just that Taekwondo is also a way of developing physical and mental strength self-discipline and respect for oneself and others In fact Taekwondo has been recognized as an “Olympic sport” since 2000 and it is practiced by millions of people all over the world

The significance of Taekwondo in Korea

Taekwondo is not just a sport or a martial art; it is also a part of Koreas cultural heritage The Korean government has been promoting Taekwondo as a national symbol since the 1960s In fact many Korean schools and universities offer Taekwondo classes as a part of their regular curriculum Furthermore Korea even celebrates a national holiday called “Taekwondo Day” on September 4th to recognize the importance of this martial art in their countrys culture

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