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Why train with us?
ITF Taekwon-Do
ITF is the International Taekwon-Do Federation, founded on March 22, 1966 in Seoul (south) Korea, by General Choi Hong Hi, who developed Taekwon-Do, to promote the teaching of this martial art.
Tenets of Taekwon-Do
What is Taekwon-Do?

Taekwon-Do is a Martial Art
Taekwon-Do is a Korean martial art. It is made up of different disciplines including fundamental movements, sparring, board breaking, specialty kicks, self defence and physical fitness.
There is a focus in the syllabus on real world self defence techniques that would really work if required. Through conditioning of attacking and defensive tools and physical training students develop these over time.

Taekwon-Do is a Sport
As a member of ITKD you will be eligible to attend various tournaments throughout the year. Tournaments are run with qualified officials and have competitors matched by gender, age, rank and weight.
There are a range of tournaments that cover all ranks and experience levels from peewee (under 9 years old), to an Under 18 series, through to regional, and club events.
The pinnacle event in New Zealand is the annual National Tournament. This event attracts over 300 competitors, coaches and officials from around the country. It is open to yellow belt and above.
Taekwon-Do is a Way of Life

Taekwon-Do was designed for self defence, and there is a strong emphasis on the moral aspects of the art, such as discipline, humility and self control. These non-physical aspects are known as the “Do”. Members of International Taekwon-Do are taught aspects of “Do” as a part of the grading syllabus and are encouraged to live by the tenets of Taekwon-Do, which are: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self Control and Indomitable Spirit.
Good social etiquette and respect for others is an important part in learning Taekwon-Do.

Attend Seminars and Camps
As well as tournaments, the regional and national body regularly host training camps and seminars with Senior and Master Instructors from overseas and around the country. This is a great opportunity to mingle with other Taekwon-Do practitioners and gain further knowledge.