With the intense study of a Martial Art like Taekwon Do you could reach many goals. Often beginners talk about self defense and fitness as their goals. Both requires regular and intense practice. After having pracctised a Martial Art for a long time it is often not necessary to use the MA for self defense anymore. The fitness aspect will be a natural part of the life. Beyond it, the character of the Martial Art student develops. Of course this needs guidance through an instructor who has gone this way already. What could be reached through Taekwon Do: Physical Aspects Flexibility Power Endurance (In addition Mountain Hiking and/or Swimming is recommendable) Coordination and Balance Understanding of one’s Body. Most important aspect of this is to be able to know the signals of one’s body. Character Aspects Self Assurance Recognize one’s borders Respecting other people, regardless of their race, colour or sex. Humility Inner Peace (Keep your balance) General Choi Hong Hi, who founded Taekwon Do says, that those who practice Taekwon Do should have the following objectives:
Ye Ui – Courtesy Yom Chi – Integrity In Nae – Perseverance Guk Gi – Self Discipline and Self Control Beakjul Boolgool – Indomitable Spirit
