PATHFIT: Finals Exam Flashcards
is the national martial art of Korea.
Taekwondo
means to kick
“Tae”
means to strike with the hand and feet
“Kwon”
means the way
“Do”
It is an art of self-defense, involving the skilled application of techniques that include punches,strikes, kicks, and blocks with bare hands and feet to overpower an opponent.
Taekwondo
The name Taekwondo, however, has only been used since __________ while the roots of the art began _______ years in Korean history.
1955, 2000 years
the early name of Taekwondo, first appeared in the Koguryo kingdom.
TaeKyon
Like all martial arts, it is a system of practical techniques used for fighting in almost any situation.
Taekwondo
is an empty-hand martial art, meaning that it does not teach the use of weapons, although it
teaches how to defend against weapons.
Taekwondo
It is not to harm others or instigate attacks, but simply to keep from being harmed yourself.
The GOAL of Taekwondo
The 3 Levels of Self-defense
- escape
- control
- counter.
They always begins with an escaping technique and only when further attacked or confronted will he escalate to the more violent levels of self-defense.
Taekwondo practitioner
When was Taekwondo introduced to the Philippines?
1970
When was the World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) established?
1973
is the only official organization recognized by the Korean government coordinating and regulating Taekwondo activities around the world.
World Taekwondo Federation
5 Principles or TENETS of Taekwondo
- Self-Confidence
- Modesty
- Indomitable Spirit
- Perseverance
- Etiquette
A person has _____________ when he believes in his own abilities. It follows, therefore; that a
person must first acquire these abilities through constant study training and practice.
Self-Confidence
is based on true knowledge about one’s self and abilities
Self-Confidence
a person who has a humble opinion of one’s self and one’s achievements; is not flashy or showy
modest person
it helps a person control his own disordered desire for his own excellence; therefore, it helps create an atmosphere that makes it possible for
people to get along together.
virtue of humility
A person with _______________t is not easily discouraged or defeated.
Indomitable Spirit
This requires an inner reflection of things to determine whether they are right or wrong and
proceeding to do what is right. Therefore, it is closely related to the virtue of prudence.
Indomitable Spirit
They take the steps necessary to achieve the goal he has set for themselves, in spite of internal or external difficulties and anything that might weaken his resolve in the the course of time.
Perseverance
What is the final test of perseverance?
the ability to finish what one has decided and
set out to do.