Nepal ITF National Instructor and Technical Seminar-2023 at…
This Sunday, November 5th, marked a standout moment for our Taekwon‑Do community at the National Taekwon‑Do Centre in Spreitenbach AG. We were joined by over 40 students, Black Belts and Instructors from Baden, Klein Döttingen, and Spreitenbach for an exceptional seminar focused on self-defense and technical skills, led by Master Zamecnik, 7th Dan from the… Читать далее Training without boundaries: Special Training Seminar with Master Zamecnik
19th UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar concluded Successfully at Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai Campus, on 28th October 2023. Total 70 students participated in different belts and Clubs. Seminar was 3 sections. The 1st section morning 9 to 10, 2nd section 10 to 1 pm and 3rd section 2.0 pm to 4 pm. So we… Читать далее 19th UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar
The 12th Baltic Amber Cup, held at the Riga Sports Arena on October 21-22, 2023, brought together a host of dedicated Taekwon‑Do practitioners from Latvia, Estonia, and Finland. This year, the tournament faced a unique challenge, with multiple international ITF Taekwon‑Do events occurring simultaneously in various European countries, including Belgium, Sweden, Serbia, Ireland, and Italy.… Читать далее 12th Baltic Amber Cup 2023: Year after year towards success in ITF Taekwon‑Do
In an extraordinary display of athleticism, inclusivity, and global unity, the 2nd Inclusive Taekwon‑Do World Championships and 1st NZ ITF International Open captured the hearts of Taekwon‑Do enthusiasts worldwide. This groundbreaking event, which took place on the 12th and 13th of October at the Mitre10 Sports Park Hastings, New Zealand, brought together 300 competitors from… Читать далее 2nd Inclusive Taekwon‑Do World Championships and 1st NZ ITF International Open: A Triumph of Unity and Inclusivity
Article by Mr. Fenias Cláudio Muianga from Mozambique.
12 October, 2023/Kathmandu The Taekwon‑Do Technical Seminar has concluded in Nepal The Taekwon‑Do Technical Seminar has concluded has been successfully concluded in capital city of the Gulmi district on the October 7, 2023. The seminar is organized by the Gulmi District Taekwon‑Do Association and cooperated by the Lumbini Province Taekwon‑Do Association. There are 123 students… Читать далее The Taekwon‑Do Technical Seminar has concluded in Nepal
Master Frank Diaz, member of ITF Tournament Committee, organised the official ITF Umpire Course in Los Barrios, Spain, conducted by Chairman of EITF Tournament and Umpire Committee GM Gary Miller from 6th – 7th October 2023. The course was attended by ITF members from Spain, Greece, Cyprus, England, Wales, Ireland, Moldova and Belgium. All aspects… Читать далее International Umpire Course in Los Barrios, Spain, by Grand Master Gary Miller
From September 29th to October 1st, 2023, the capital of Latvia, Riga, became the center of the ITF Taekwon‑Do world, hosting an EITF North International Umpires Course under the guidance of the distinguished Grandmaster Gary Miller from England, Chairman of the Referee Committee of the European International Taekwon‑Do Federation (EITF), with the patronage of the International… Читать далее International Umpire Course in Riga: Journey to Precision and Professionalism
On September 27, 2023, the governor of the Province of Santiago del Estero, Dr. Gerardo Zamora, received at the government house the Santiago del Estero World Cup players who had an extraordinary participation in the ITF Word Championship in Astana, which placed the Argentine Taekwon‑Do among the world powers. On the occasion, GM Osvaldo Ríos… Читать далее Governor from the Province of Santiago del Estero meets ITF Taekwon‑Do members in Argentina
Date : 22 September, 2023 The 7th General Congress of Nepal ITF has been successfully Concluded at Pokhara m, Kaski. The 7th Nepal ITF General Congress was held on September 4, 2023, in Pokhara, Kaski, Gandkai Province. The new Executive Committee of Nepal itf has been elected by the 7th General Congress of Nepal ITF… Читать далее 7th General Congress of Nepal ITF has been successfully Concluded in Nepal
The 1st Edition of the End of the World Kwan Gold Cup was carried out with complete success between September 15 and 16, in the southernmost province of Argentina and America — Rio Grande-Tierra del Fuego. Competitors from many Argentine provinces were present, giving it color and a high technical level. The opening ceremony was… Читать далее 1st World Kwan Gold Cup, Argentina
The UK Taekwon‑Do Association conducted a National Technical Seminar & Black Belt Grading in Moray Sports Centre, Elgin, Scotland from 15th-17th September 2023. The Seminar was conducted by UKTA President GM John Williamson of Scotland, ITF Wales President GM John Taylor, and Chairman of the EITF Umpire/Tournament Committee GM Miller of England. Our very special guest was EITF President GM… Читать далее National Technical Seminar & Black Belt Grading in UKTA
The ITF Technical Seminar and Umpire Refresh Course -2023 has successfully concluded in Tansen, Palpa on August 12, 2023. There are participated 213 participants from the 11 Dojang and the program is inaugurated by Deputy Meyor of Tansen Municipality Mrs Pratiksha Singjali. The program had run under the chairmanship of Nir Bahadur Saru and Seminar Conducted… Читать далее Technical Seminar and Umpire Refresh Course in Nepal -2023
The 13th Junior National ITF Taekwondo Championship took place in Gatthaghar, Bhaktapur, Nepal on the 30th of June 2023 and 1st of July 2023 organized by Bhaktapur ITF Taekwondo Association. The championship showcased the skills and talents of young taekwondo practitioners from across the country. The event was graced by esteemed guests, including Mr. Tankalal… Читать далее 13th Junior National Taekwondo Championship
On Sunday, July 2, 2023, we successfully celebrated our IV ANTID 2023 Champions Cup International Tournament. We are very grateful to everyone who made our event possible. Sponsors: Haydée Fadul, La Sanjuanera, Colmado Fernández, Solola's, La Fabril, CORPESA Investment Center, Yaca, La Altagracia Cooperative, Confecciones Bernabel, ASOKASA Santiago Karate Association. To all Associations, Federations, instructors, teachers,… Читать далее IV ANTID 2023 CHAMPIONS CUP INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT.
Date: 21 Jun 2023 The 3rd ITF Taekwon‑Do Gandaki Provincial Championship and 1st ITF Taekwon‑Do Kaski District Championship-2023 has been successfully concluded at Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal There are participated 350 ITF players and coaches and 25 Umpires for the District and provincial championship. The championship inaugurated by Chief guest Hon’able Dig Bahadur Limbu, Minister of… Читать далее The 3rd ITF Taekwon‑Do Gandaki Provincial Championship and 1st ITF Taekwon‑Do Kaski District Championship-2023 at Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal
In loving memory of the Founder of Taekwon‑Do, we celebrate the life lived by our beloved General Choi Hong Hi and all he achieved in his lifetime. May his legacy continue to serve the many millions of people globally through his moral precepts and foundation left behind. https://www.itf-tkd.org/api/download-newsletter/39f611d8-c3a4-4024-b03b-3068a20d6745
The 32nd North & East India Taekwon‑Do ITF Championships were successfully concluded at the Tiger Groove Resort in Uttarakhand from the 25th to the 27th of May 2023. 334 participants including officials from 7 states of India took part in the event.
After a forced 4-year break, a regular ITF International Technical Seminar (ITS) conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong 9th Degree was finally held again in Prague, Czechia. The English translation for foreign participants was provided by Masters Martin Zamecnik 7th Degree and Ondrej Vrabel 7th Degree. There were over 50 participants in attendance, mainly from… Читать далее ITF International Technical Seminar conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong
As of May 25, the Championship began, with the participation of 48 children's categories, in Tul and Sparring, Gup Youth a total of 44 categories, in Tul and Sparring, Youth categories black belt 18 categories in Tul and Sparring and the senior category 14 categories of Tul and Sparring and 2 categories of veterans and… Читать далее XV ITF Pan American Taekwon‑Do Championship, Honduras 2023.
Official report International Technical Seminar with GM Tan Chek Si, Senior Grading and ITFPTI Congress 2023. Taking place from May 12-15, 2023 in Las Piñas, Philippines, the ITF Pilipinas Taekwon‑Do (NGB Philippines) has organized the Annual ITS, Senior Grading and Congress 2023. Events were conducted by GM Tan Chek Si, VP Asian Taekwon‑Do Federation with… Читать далее ITF International Technical Seminar (ITS) Conducted by Grand Master Tan Chek Si
On the weekend of 6th and 7th May 2023, at the request of the ITF, a special online technical course focused on the proper and uniform execution of techniques in competitions, particularly in patterns, special techniques and power breaking events, was held to avoid confusions and disruptions among the athletes and umpires in technical matters.… Читать далее Special Technical Course for Umpires and Coaches
On Saturday, April 15, 2023, the Dominican National Taekwon‑do Association ITF ANTID successfully held the 3rd International Combat Seminar led by World Champion Julio Peralta from the United States. This seminar began with a prayer by the instructor Ivet Ureña V Dan, then continued with the welcoming words by the NGB president of ANTID, Eng.… Читать далее 3rd International Combat Seminar ANTID 2023
The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace has been celebrated on 23rd April 2023 in Antananrivo Madagascar. This event was hosted by Ministry of Youth and Sport, the World Health Organization and urban commune of Antananarivo. All ITF Bodies in Madagascar have been present in the event. Many ministries,militaries and federations of sports(Football,… Читать далее International Day of Sport for Development and Peace in Madagascar
International Technical Seminar and International Instructor Course took place in Thessaloniki, Greece from 17-19 Mar. 2023 by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong under management of Athletic Taekwon‑Do Federation of Hellas with 41 participants in attendance Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong visited Thessaloniki to give an International Technical Seminar and International Instructor Course. The Seminar… Читать далее ITS & IIC by GM Hwang Ho Yong, in Thessaloniki
On 30th March — 3rd April 2023, Madagascar ITF Dojang Heng De held ITF International Technical Seminar , conducted by Master Jaren Phillips (7th Degree) ITF EB member,ITF Technical and Educations Committee Member, ITF Continental Technical Director, Africa ITF Deputy Chairman of Umpiring Committee, Africa TFA Senior Vice President and ITSA President with Translator and… Читать далее International Technical Seminar by Master Jaren Phillips in Antananarivo Madagascar
On the first weekend March 2023, the United Kingdom Taekwon‑Do Association held its first National Technical Seminar and Black Belt Grading of 2023. The event hosted in Cardiff by Mr Darren Johns VI was well supported with over 100 students from Scotland, England and Wales. Grand Master’s John Williamson, Michael Prewett, John Taylor and Gary… Читать далее UKTA Technical Seminar and Black Belt
On Wednesday March 15, Mr. Jose Montero,USOTO President, visited the ITF HQ., in Vienna, Austria. During the meeting with President Ri Yong Son, a few topics like organizing International events for the years to come were discussed,as well as the growth of Taekwon‑Do ITF in United Sates under USOTO organizzation. The meeting was very productive and Mr.… Читать далее Mr. Jose Montero visiting the ITF HQ.
On the weekend of 25th & 26th March 2023, the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation held an ITF International Instructor Course, conducted by Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong (9th Degree), chairman of the ITF Technical and Education Committee and ITF Senior Vice President, with the help of his assistants and translators Master Martin Zamecnik (7th Degree) and… Читать далее Another successful online International Instructor Course conducted by Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong
We were greeted by the ITF Tunisia president, Mr. Mohamed Hammami, the ITF Tunisia Vice-President, Mr. Choukri Snoussi and Mr. Issam Mahmoudi from the Organizing Committee. We were driven straight to our hotel which was located in Tunis City. On 16th March, There has been held the International Umpire Seminar with the assistance of Mr.… Читать далее 1st ITF Taekwon‑Do African Clubs Cup in Tunisia
The 1st Central Asian ITF Taekwon‑Do Championships which took place from 16-19 of March, 2023, at the Yunus Abad Sports Complex in the Uzbek Capital City of Tashkent last week has become an event of the profound importance for the development of the ITF Taekwon‑Do not only in the Central Asia but in the Asian region as a whole. The top-class international tournament, organized by the National… Читать далее 1st CENTRAL ASIAN ITF TAEKWON‑DO CHAMPIONSHIPS, in TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN
10th Dubai Taekwon‑Do ITF National Championship 2023 The “10th Dubai Taekwon‑Do ITF National Championship 2023” was held successfully on 04th MARCH 2023 at Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai Campus, International Academic City, Dubai. Over 135 participants and 120 Parents from Different EMIRATES of UAE took part in the Championship. Sparring, Special Technique and Group Training are… Читать далее 10th Dubai Taekwon‑Do ITF National Championship 2023
ITF WOMEN’S COMMITTEE WISH YOU ALL PEACE, LOVE, FREEDOM, GOOD HEALTH AND INDOMITABLE SPIRIT. AS STRONG AND COMPASSIONATE WOMEN OF THE WORLD, WE STAND IN UNITY FOR THE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION OF HUMANITY, OUR CHILDREN AND MOTHER EARTH, TAEKWON ITF WOMEN’S COMMITTEE
From March 3rd to March 5th, in Toronto, Canada, our Founder General Choi Hong Hi's second home, we had the honor to host an International Instructors Course. The IIC was conducted by PTC President, GM Osvaldo Rios Olivero and assisted by Master Hugo Andres Huerta. There were participants from USA, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Canada. This… Читать далее International Instructors Course, IIC, Toronto, Canada
Today, 02/20/2022, the ITF Taekwon‑do Teaching Methodology Workshop was successfully held, taught by Magister and Instructor VI Dan José Eulises Cruz. The National Association of Dominican ITF Taekwon‑do ANTID, thanks all the participants for the support they gave us so that this workshop was carried out successfully to continue working for a better ITF Taekwon‑do… Читать далее Teaching Methodology Workshop in Taekwon‑do ITF
The ITF Dominican National Taekwon‑do Association ANTID carries out its first activity of the year 2022, with a national course for corner judges, with the support of more than 30 participants, led by Mr. Lenin Moronta, Director of judges of the association . This workshop is divided into 3 modules, treating in the first module:… Читать далее 1ST NATIONAL COURSE OF ANTID CORNER GAMES 2022
This past Sunday, January 29, 2023, the National Association of Taekwon‑do ITF ANTID carried out with great success the first event organization workshop and central referee by the director of judges José Eulises Cruz black belt VI Dan. This workshop began with a prayer by the instructor Ivet Ureña V Dan, then continued with the… Читать далее FIRST CENTRAL REFEREE WORKSHOP AND ORGANIZATION OF THE ANTID 2023 EVENT.
From January 27th through January 29th, a MasterClass was held in Miami, Florida, USA. This is the 4th MasterClass hosted by Master Hugo Andres Huerta, 8th Dan, and assisted by Mr. Julio Peralta, 6th Dan, from New York. We had over 80 members participating including 23 Black Belts. Members came from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut,… Читать далее MasterClass, Miami, USA 2023
Official ITF International Technical Seminar (ITS) was held in Finland on the 20th and 21st of January 2023, conducted for the very first time by Finland’s own Master Jean Feller (8th degree). The seminar marked the 20th anniversary of ITF Finland, and was held in Helsinki and broadcast online via Zoom, all over the World.… Читать далее 1st Official ITF International Technical Seminar was held by Finnish Master in Helsinki, Finland
On the weekend of 14th & 15th January 2023, the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation held the first ITF International Technical Seminar of the year, conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong (9th Degree), chairman of the ITF Technical and Education Committee and ITF Senior Vice President, with the help of his assistants and translators Master Martin… Читать далее Successful International Technical Seminar with Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong
In our country, from January 14, 2023 and January 15, 2023 the exciting Taekwon‑Do competitions were organized by the Abyssinia International Taekwon‑Do Association. It was successfully ended with the many ITF members in attendance with enthusiasm. There was an awarding ceremony where the members of Abyssinia International Taekwon‑Do Association awarded ITF Dan certificates in pride.… Читать далее National Taekwon‑Do Competition
The 37th National Taekwon‑do ITF Championship 2022” and 24th National Umpire Seminar was held successfully from 27th to 30th DECEMBER 2022 at THYAGRAJ INDOOR STADIUM, NEW DELHI Over 1000 participants from 25 STATEs of India took part in the event which was organized by “TAEKWON‑DO FEDERATION OF DELHI”.
Dear Taekwon‑Do family members, Greeting the hopeful New Year 2023, I, on behalf of the ITF, would like to send my best wishes for a very Happy, Prosperous & Healthy New Year to all members of ITF family. Despite the persistent world health crisis which has been threatening the lives of humanity, we have moved… Читать далее ITF President’s New Year Message
A wonderful weekend on December 10-11, 2022 was celebrated with participation of more than 150 Taekwon‑Do practitioners from The United States of America, Honduras, Mongolia, and Puerto-Rico including the helping team from Ocala Taekwon‑Do Academy to have another successful event. A great technical seminar conducted by Master Hed Mohammad Shirzai organized by The United States… Читать далее Christmas Competition and Technical Seminar, Florida, USA
In Decemer this year, Minsk the capital of city of Belarus , hosted the VIII ITF Taekwon‑Do Open Cup of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), organized by the Belarus League of Taekwon‑Do under it’s founding Chairman Mr. Vyacheslau Berzhets. During the last 8 years, under the tremendous supports and the unwavering advocacies of the… Читать далее 8th ITF Taekwon‑Do Open Cup of Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS)
On the weekend of 10th & 11th December 2022 the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation commemorated the 100th day of passing of Mr Marek Lazor, its former president. On Saturday, a full-day national seminar conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong and attended by 121 masters, instructors, black and red belts from all over Czechia was held… Читать далее 100th day commemoration of Mr Marek Lazor’s passing
ITF Malaysia had the International Technical Seminar & International Instructor Course held on 2-4 December. As usual, in ITF Malaysia, only those taking their senior Dans gradings were allow to participate. There was a senior Dan grading after the seminars. The whole 3 days atmosphere were filled with high team spirits, full of determinations and… Читать далее Intl Technical Seminar & Instructor Course, Malaysia, 2022
In accordance with the Republican calendar plan for 2022 of the Ministry of Sports Development of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Taekwon‑Do ITF Cup among youth, teenagers and adults was held on November 24-27 at the "Yunusabad Sports Complex" in Tashkent. At the cup, athletes competed in Taekwon‑Do ITF personal massage, team massage, personal tul,… Читать далее Taekwon‑Do ITF Cup in Tashkent
The Philippine NGB had concluded 2 Mass Training events for colored belts and clackbelts from starting from August 13th and October 6th this was attended by more than 100+ students from across the schools represented by each dojang. The event was sactioned by the City Government of GMA Cavite Philippines and was attended by Instructors from across… Читать далее ITF Philippines — ITF Pilipinas Taekwon‑Do Mass Training
The Philippines recently concluded its 1st ITFPTI Taekwon‑Do Cup, which was attended by 10 schools from across the Philippines. over 100+ students were in attendance during the event. The Philippines has also awarded the first 4 Plaques for recognized instructors.
Under the auspices of the International Taekwon‑Do Federation ITF, the Tunisian Committee which is active within the Tunisian Federation for Sport and Work, organized an international course under the supervision of Master Frank Diaz, in the Atrium Hotel in Hammamet, from 04 to 06 November 2022. 100 coaches and referees from Tunisia, Algeria, Libya and Iraq participated… Читать далее International Course with Master Frank Diaz in Tunisia
17th UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar concluded Successfully at Amity University Dubai Campus, on 12th November 2022. Total 55 students participated in different belts and Clubs. Seminar was 2 sections. The 1st section morning 9 to 1 pm and 2nd section 2.30 pm to 6 pm. So we started morning 9 am Sharp. The seminar… Читать далее 17th UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar
On the occasion of the 104th birthday of Gen. Choi Hong Hi, the Founder of Taekwon‑Do & the First President of ITF, Mr. Kim Hyong Rak, the ITF Secretary General, GM Kim Ung Chol, the Chairman of ITF Tournament Committee, the members of Korean Taekwon‑Do Committee and the Taekwon‑Do coaches & athletes visited the Patriotic… Читать далее General Choi Hong Hi Memorial Day
On October 15th-16th, the International Taekwon‑do tournament of the European Challenge "Baltic Amber Cup 2022", organized by the Latvian Taekwon‑do Federation, took place in the Riga National Sports arena. The Baltic Amber Cup in Latvia has long traditions, which started in 2003, and this year the cup is being held for the 11th time. This year,… Читать далее Successful start of the Baltic Amber Cup 2022 in Riga, Latvia.
The first ITF World Cup Taekwon‑Do Games in a huge success The World Cup Taekwon‑Do Games have first ever successfully been held in Santiago del Estero Argentina, from 3rd to 10th Oct. 2022. This event will remain in the great history of the ITF, since it had an EXPECTACULAR development from Start to Finish, where… Читать далее The first ITF World Cup Taekwon‑Do Games in a huge success
This Saturday, October 1, 2022, the National Association of Taekwon‑do Dominican ITF ANTID, was celebrating the delivery of the international certificate for Danes. Said delivery was directed by our NBG president José Eulises Cruz, secretary Enemencio Peña and member Máximo Boitel. In the same order, part of our members received their certificates of danes at… Читать далее DELIVERY OF INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE AND GRADUATION OF BLACK BELTS
From September 16th through September 18th, several historic activities took place in Guayaquil, Ecuador. First, Senior Master Hugo Andres Huerta, who introduced Taekwon‑Do ITF in Ecuador in 2018, through Mr. Edward Diaz, presented to Mr. Diaz and the Ecuatorian Taekwon‑Do Association its Offiical Plaque. From January 2018 to the present day, Senior Master Huerta and… Читать далее Presentation of Plaque to the Official NGB in Ecuador
The Cyprus Taekwon‑do Federation hosted an International Technical Seminar & International Instructor Course from September 2 to September 4, 2022, in Limassol Cyprus, with GM Hwang Ho Yong. 24 instructors and students from Cyprus, UK, Czechia, Norway, Israel and the Netherlands participated in the International Technical Seminar. For the International Instructor course, we had 10 participants from Cyprus, UK,… Читать далее International Technical Seminar, International Instructor Course with GM Hwang Ho Yong & Training Camp in Cyprus
Thanks to all the participants, parents, instructors, judges, teachers, delegation from the United States, Haiti, Dominican Republic and the ANTID team, for making this event a reality. Last Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7, 2022, the Dominican ITF National Taekwon‑do Association ANTID, a member of the International Taekwon‑do Federation led by its president RI… Читать далее INTERNATIONAL TAEKWON‑DO TOURNAMENT, ITF ANTID CHAMPIONS CUP 2022, REP.DOM.
The Tunisian Taekwondo Committee ITF organized a special technical training, from July 29 to 31, 2022 in Sousse, with the participation of 63 coaches and referees from Tunisia, Algeria and Libya. The program included training, sparing and arbitration. At the end a theoretical test was conducted in coordination with Mr. Nadir Ait Makhrob. Participation certificates,… Читать далее Special Technical Training in Tunisia
GM Michael Prewett, the President of EITF, Master Mario Bogdanov, the ITF Vice President, Master Vergiliy Sitnilski, the member of ITF Tournament Committee, and Mr. Anton Archipov, the ITF Data Protection Officer, paid a visit the ITF HQ on 9th Aug. 2022. They had an audience with the ITF President and discussed on several agendas… Читать далее Meeting at ITF HQ, 9Aug2022
I am glad to inform you that “25th Anniversary of Nepal ITF '' was successfully held at Pokhara multi Sports covered hall Kaski from 6th August to 7th August 2022. First day of 6th August we provided food for 70 elders people who were very poor and disable people staying together in one house name “Manav Sewa Ashram”. Mr. Dinesh… Читать далее 25th Anniversary of Nepal ITF
Master Hugo Huerta and Master Andres Huerta, both 8th Dan International Instructor and Umpire, are father and son. We started our Taekwon‑Do training in 1985 in a small town in Texas called Dumas. Our first instructor was a direct student of GM Kwang Hwang Sung from Connecticut. We trained with our first instructor until 1993… Читать далее Taekwon‑Do being part of our whole family life
16th UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar & Black Belt Exam concluded Successfully at MovenPick Hotel and Apartments Bur Dubai, on 2nd July 2022. Total 52 students participated in different belts. We did the seminar and Black Belt Exam 3 sections. The 1st section morning 9 to 1 pm for Green Belt and above, 2nd section… Читать далее 16th UAE ITF TAEKWON‑DO Technical Seminar & Black Belt Exam
On Saturday, July 2nd, the Official Chilean NGB, its Members and its Federations (Fetrech – Fechitat), started their training sessions at the Olympic Training Center in Santiago de Chile. This inaugural session from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm had members from the entire country. The session was overseen by Senior Master Hugo Huerta, President of… Читать далее Trainining at Chilean Olympic Training Center
How I have discovered ITF Taekwon‑Do favorite Martial Art by accident, and it has been your way of life How do I come across Taekwon‑Do? I am from Finland, a country where Santa Claus lives and is known for Ice-hockey, skiing, ski jumping, and multiple Rally – and Formula 1 drivers. I have spent most… Читать далее How I have discovered ITF Taekwon‑Do favorite Martial Art
The Extraordinary ITF EB Meeting was held remotely by video conference on 18th Jun. this year. Present at the meeting were the ITF EB Members together with the invited NGB Representatives from Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, India, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan who had submitted their official applications for the 22nd ITF Taekwon‑Do World Championships to be held… Читать далее Extraordinary ITF EB Meeting
Choi Hong-Hi Former Ambassador and Army General Author, Artist and Teacher The principle founder of the Original Taekwon‑Do Founder of the 1st Korea Taekwon‑Do Association (KTA) Founder of the International Taekwon‑Do Federation (ITF) Founder of the International Martial Arts Games Committee (IMGC) General Choi would say he had two names. The one given by his… Читать далее 20th Memorial Editorial
Hereby we proudly announce the 5th anniversary of the foundation of the United States Official Taekwon‑Do Organization USOTO. During an online meeting on May 22, 2022 between the directors and selected outstanding instructors and students of our organization, we celebrated the 5th anniversary of the foundation of our organization. After salud and bowing to our… Читать далее United States Official Taekwon‑Do Organization (USOTO) 5th year anniversary
On 12th May 2022, the President of the Republic of Croatia Zoran Milanović received a delegation of the Croatian Traditional ITF Taekwon‑Do Federation and athletes, national team members who competed at the European Championship in Traditional ITF Taekwon‑Do, held in Poreč, Croatia at the end of March this year. At the meeting, the representatives of… Читать далее President of the Republic of Croatia received a delegation of the Croatian Traditional ITF Taekwon‑Do Federation
Due to the great interest last year, the International Taekwondo Federation has also allowed the Czech Taekwon‑Do ITF to hold the ITF International Instructor Course online again in 2022. The course was personally led by Korean Grand Master, Prof. Hwang Ho Yong (9th dan), Chairman of the ITF Technical and Educational Committee, together with his… Читать далее International Instructor Course 2022 led by GM Hwang Ho Yong
The 67th anniversary of Taekwon‑Do was celebrated by many members of "Taekwon‑Do Association of India" at various states of India and everyone pladged to make this world a peaceful place to live in as per the oath of Taekwon‑Do. The members of Karnataka also gave food and presented a demonstration in the School of Disabled… Читать далее Celebration of 67th Foundation Day of Taekwon‑Do in India
Master RACHANA CHOURASIA RAJENDRAN, 8th Dan Black Belt, THE Secretary General of Taekwon‑Do Association of India, was felicitated with AWARD of “BHARAT GAURAV SAMMAN" at “AAZADI KA AMRIT MAHOTSAV & 75th year of Indian Independence” held on 22 April 2022 at HOUSE OF LORDS, PARLIAMENT OF THE UNITED KINGDOM in LONDON, by MEENAKSHI LEKHI, the… Читать далее Award of Bharat Gaurav Samman
“Mangyongdae Prize” National Martial Arts Championship in celebration of the Sun’s Day On the occasion of the Sun’s Day, the “Mangyongdae Prize” National Martial Arts Championship was held from 8th to 18th April,2022 in Pyongyang, DPR Korea. Over 60 events of several disciplines such as Taekwon‑Do, Wushu, Paduk were organized in the Championship and more… Читать далее «Mangyongdae Prize” National Martial Arts Championship in Pyongyang
The Mongolian International Taekwon‑Do Federation has successfully organized the 27th National Taekwon‑Do ITF Championships on April 11-13, 2022 which was held in Ulaanbaatar. There were 565 athletes participating in the Championships from 21 clubs who competed in 5 events. Also, the 67th Taekwondo birth anniversary was celebrated at the first day of the championships. Furthermore, the 9th Congress of the Mongolian… Читать далее 27th National Taekwon‑Do ITF Championships on April 11-13, 2022 in Mongolia
Also in 2022, the International Taekwondo Federation has allowed the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation ITF to hold an online ITF International Technical Seminar. The leadership of the seminar was once again taken personally by the Korean Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong, together with his assistants, Master Martin Zamecnik and Master Ondrej Vrabel. The actual two-day… Читать далее ITF International Technical Seminar with Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong
-This Sunday, March 27, 2022, the ITF Dominican National Taekwon‑do Association ANTID successfully concluded its combat seminary, led by the world champion Julio Peralta VI Dan. -More than 50 participants from all over the country participated in this seminary. -Our seminary began at 10:00 am with the formation of the participants, then we greeted the… Читать далее Combat Seminar in Dominica Republic by Instructor Julio Peralta
The first International Technical Seminar & International Instructors Course to be hosted by the British Isles Taekwon‑Do Federation (BITF) was held on the 25th to 27th February 2022 in Fife, Scotland, UK. Conducted by Grandmaster L Hutchison (BITF President, ITF EB Member, ITF Chairman Junior & Veterans Committee, EITF Vice President, EITF EB Member &… Читать далее IIC & ITS SCOTLAND UK – BITF GRANDMASTER HUTCHISON IX
A Giant Leap to an upper realm of Taekwon‑Do in IRAN Iran ITF Taekwon‑Do Association, established 2006, after more than 30 years of the time that ITF Taekwon‑Do had been fade out of the known martial arts in IRAN. After about 2 years of correspondences and with ITF HQ, a group of Iranian Taekwon‑Do lovers… Читать далее A Giant Leap to a New Upper Realm of Taekwon‑Do in IRAN
The ITF Executive Board Meeting was held remotely by video conference on 19th Mar. 2022. President RI Yong Son welcomed the participants and presented his greetings & congratulations to all ITF members through the participants on the occasion of the 56th Anniversary of ITF Foundation. The meeting was attended by the EB members and some… Читать далее Information on the Virtual ITF Executive Board Meeting
The UK Taekwon‑Do Association, celebrating its 55th anniversary, conducted a National Seminar & Black Belt Grading in Moray Sports Centre, Elgin, Scotland from 4th–6th March 2022. The Seminar was conducted by UKTA President GM John Williamson of Scotland, ITF Wales President GM John Taylor, and EITF Umpire Committee member GM Gary Miller of England. All 24 patterns were… Читать далее The UK Taekwon‑Do Association, celebrating its 55th anniversary
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2022 the ITF Women’s Committee presents a collage of photos of ITF women across the world. Each female practitioner is shown in dobok to represent our strength, friendship, connection and indomitable spirit in the art we love. We then reveal a different part of our lives showing our service… Читать далее ITF Women Celebrate the 111th International Women’s Day, 8th March 2022
2022 ITF Taekwondo Championship of Uzbekistan among juniors was held on March 5-6 at the Yunusabad Sports Complex in Tashkent. At the championship, participants competed in the ITF's individual and Team Tournaments. Having been organized by the Ministry of Sports Development and the National Taekwondo Association of Uzbekistan, more than 1,500 athletes from all over… Читать далее 2022 ITF Junior Taekwondo Championship, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Today, March 2, 2022 — Marion County, the government of Ocala, was recognized by the International Taekwon‑Do Federation and the Pan American Taekwon‑Do Council — PTC. In this sense, the President of the PTC GM Ing. Osvaldo Ríos Olivero Together with the President of the NGB ITF of the USA — USOTO José Montero, awarded… Читать далее Important Recognition from Marion County, the government of Ocala, USA
The International Instructor Course & International Technical Seminar, was carried out in a total success between February 25, 26 and 27, 2022, at the Webber Center in the city of Ocala — Florida — USA, organized by the USOTO, USA NGB in that city in charge of the Sab. Joseph Montero. This IIC & ITF… Читать далее IIC & ITS in USA by Grand Master Osvaldo Rios Olivero
From 2 to 6 of February, 2022, the Russian Taekwon‑Do (ITF) Federation successfully completed the ITF Taekwon‑Do Russian National Championships in Sochi, Russia. The Russian Taekwon‑Do (ITF) Federation Tournament Committee fully managed the event through the ITF Integrated Platform. The City of Sochi hosted 1344 participants, including 1060 athletes competing on 8 Dojangs, 200 Coaches… Читать далее 2022 ITF Taekwon‑Do Russian National Championships in Sochi, Russia
Due to covid-19 and restrictions in Greenland, it was not possible for the Greenland Taekwon‑Do Federation to hold the national championships in 2020 and 2021. However, we are grateful that the ITF has given us the opportunity for an online pattern challenge which we arranged in November 2020. It was an extraordinary experience for all… Читать далее National Technical & Umpire Seminar in Greenland, May 2021
The Seminar was conducted by Abisiniya International Taekwon‑Do Association (Master Aklilu Teka as its representative) and Sabum Lema Raya(on trip from USA) at Juventus Club, in Addis Ababa from 13th Jan- 16th Jan, 2022 for 4 days. There attended 250 colore belt students and 210 black belt hoder. In this Seminar, the students have learnt a… Читать далее Seminar by Abisiniya International Taekwon‑Do Association in Addis Ababa
Watch the New Year greetings from ITF President Prof. Ri Yong Son for the New Year 2022.
This Saturday, December 11, 2021 we celebrated together the ANTID executive committee led by our president José Eulises Cruz, vice president Shariel Hidalgo, secretary Enemencio Peña, treasurer Yoenny Abreu, member Ivette Ureña, Máximo Boitel and Edgar Santos and other black belts. On this occasion we celebrate our second anniversary of the founding of the National… Читать далее CELEBRATION OF THE 2ND ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDATION OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TAEKWON‑DO ITF DOMINICANA ANTID
An international technical seminar was held on 3-5 December 2021 in Johor Malaysia, organised by International Taekwon‑Do Federation Malaysia. It was conducted by GM Tan Chek Si with the assistances of GM Mohd Azwan Khoo, GM Tan Eng Kiat and Master Lee Sock Cheng. A topic. "Anti-Doping In Sport" was included and presented… Читать далее Intl Technical Seminar by GM Tan Chek Si in Malaysia
Dear ITF members, Thank you for your support in 2021. We end this year with a grateful heart. And wishing you a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and blessed New Year 2022. Prof. Ri Yong Son President International Taekwon‑Do Federation
On November 27, 2021, UNFPA and the National Taekwon‑Do and Kickboxing Federation of Tajikistan hosted an event under the Global Campaign "16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence ", which is held annually around the world from November 25 to December 11. Over 180 people participated in the event, including young athletes and their parents,… Читать далее UNFPA and the National Taekwon‑Do and Kickboxing Federation of Tajikistan launch 16 days of activism against gender-based violence
Determination today leads to success tomorrow… Master Jason Bradley 8th Degree International Instructor / Examiner I was born in Bunbury, Western Australia in 1970. After starting competitive sport, in particular athletics, at a very young age I was chosen to represent Western Australia at the Pacific School Games in 1982 held in Brisbane, Queensland. This… Читать далее Determination today leads to success tomorrow…
On 27-28, Nov.2021, the Uzbek Taekwon‑Do ITF Cup Uzbekistan among juniors, youth and adults was held at the Yunusabad sports complex in Tashkent. More than 51 thousand Taekwon‑Do fighters are currently practicing in Uzbekistan, Taekwon‑Do ITF ranks first in Uzbekistan. More than 2,500 athletes attended competitions for the title by the Ministry of Tourism and… Читать далее CUP UZBEKISTAN
On 26th November 2021,Etrat Cultural Center hosted Iran ITF Taekwno-Do NGB, who had another gathering, organized by IRAN ITF Tehran Province representative, in order to deliver the registered ITF Dojang plaques to International Instructors who had applied recently for the Plaques, with the presence of Vice President and Secretary General of IRAN ITF TKD, and… Читать далее IRAN ITF, DOJANG Plaques Awarding Ceremony
Last Sunday, November 14 of this year, the National Taekwon‑do Association ITF Dominicana ANTID, a member of the International Taekwon‑do Federation led by its president RI Yong Son, successfully held its first national event, Battle of Champions ANTID 2021. In this event they participated More than 100 ITF Taekwon‑do athletes from all over the Dominican… Читать далее ANTID CHAMPIONS BATTLE 2021
The virtual ITF Executive Broad Meeting was held on the 18th Nov. 2021 and lasted one & half hours. This meeting was attended by 15 ITF EB Members of 20, as well as several ITF members who were invited including Mr. Choe Hyong Chol, Vice-Chairman of the ITF Finance & Marketing Committee, Master Sonu Chol,… Читать далее ITF Executive Boarding Meeting
EUROPEAN TAEKWONDO ITF CHAMPIONSHIPS ADULTS, JUNIOR, CHILDRENS & VETERANS 2021 European Taekwon‑Do ITF Championships 2021 was hosted in Heraklion, Crete, Greece on 26th-30th of October 2021. The European championships were the first continental event after the pandemic of covid-19. The championships' competitors were 864 from 25 NGBs. All participants had the chance to participate in… Читать далее European Taekwon‑Do ITF Championships 2021 in Crete, Greece
It is with sadness that the UK Taekwon‑Do Association has learnt of the recent passing of one of our early instructors, Mr Bert Callender. Mr Callender was a true gentleman with impeccable TaeKwon‑Do technical ability. During the late 60s and early 70s, he instructed a large number of senior instructors, Masters, and Grand Masters in… Читать далее Passing of Mr Gilbert (Bert) E Callender
Upon issuance of a series of International Degree and Instructor Certificates by International Taekwon‑Do Federation, for IRAN ITF Taekwon‑Do Members, Iran ITF held an awarding ceremony to deliver the certificates to members in time. The ceremony was held as minimal as possible, considering Covid-19 health protocols and the invitation was limited. The Event started at… Читать далее Certificate awarding ceremony IRAN ITF Taekwon‑Do, 2021
On September 10th – 12th, the UKTA’s National Course and Black Belt grading for 2021 took place at the East Grinstead Sports Club. Almost 100 participants enjoyed the UKTA’s first in-person event since the world stopped due to the Covid-19 pandemic. UKTA Grand Masters John Williamson, Michael Prewett, John Taylor, and Gary Miller covered all… Читать далее UK TAEKWON‑DO ASSOCIATION NATIONAL SEMINAR & BLACK BELT GRADING
I was born in Cambodia in 1961. When I was small, other children treated me badly. Therefore, in 1970, I began to practice Taekwon‑Do to strengthen my body and spirit. Because it is both visually appealing and functional, Taekwon‑Do is a sport that appeals to me on a deep level. Besides, Taekwon‑Do helped me to… Читать далее My More Than Half-decade Long Journey through Taekwon‑Do
On September the 28th, the inaugural meeting of the Organizing Committee of the 2021 ITF Taekwon‑Do Online Patterns and Self-Defense Routine World Championships was held at 4:00 p.m. in Vienna, Austria, with ITF President, Master Prof. RI Yong Son and ITF Director of Finance and Administration, Master Kim Cholgyu in attendance. This Organizing Committee is… Читать далее 2021 ITF Taekwon‑Do Online Patterns and Self-Defense Routine World Championships
On September 29 at 7:00 p.m. in Peru, 8:00 p.m. in Miami, 9:00 p.m. in Argentina, the extraordinary meeting of the Representatives of the member countries of PTC from Canada to Argentina was held, with the Executive Committee of the PTC. It was announced to the approval of all, that the ITF rendered the Pan-American… Читать далее Extraordinary Meeting of PTC Leaders, 29Sep2021
Last Sunday, September 26, the National Association of Taekwon‑do ITF Dominicana ANTID, was celebrating with a special class the delivery of the certificate of affiliation as NGB in the Dominican Republic, directed by our president José E Cruz, in that same order, part of our members received their Danish certificates internationally in ITF Taekwon‑do, endorsed… Читать далее Delivery of Dan certificates from the National Association of Taekwon‑do ITF Dominicana ANTID
On 25 Sept 2021, the ITF Executive Broad Meeting was held online. This meeting was attended by 19 of the 20 EB members, as well as several ITF members who were invited. All ITF EB members exchanged greetings and freely discussed any issues relating to the ITF Taekwon‑Do activities currently underway in the midst of… Читать далее ITF Executive Broad Meeting
Master Class 2021. Conducted by Master Roody Etienne 7th Dan. President and Founder of the Haitian International Taekwondo-Do Federation. Sports Center Cap-Haitian Haiti. 25th & 26th of September 2021. More the 80 Taekwon‑Do Students from 4 schools have been participated.
On 15 August 2021, the Senegal ITF with Mr. Ibrahima Sy as its NGB Representative, hosted a demonstration in front of their parents with students from the Serigne Bassirou Mbacke De Boune Club. Mr. Nadir Makhroub, Vice-President of Taekwon‑Do Federation of Africa, presented certifications following the magnificent demonstration. And on 11th Sep2021, many students of… Читать далее New development of ITF Taekwon‑Do in Senegal
"A podcast is most often an audio recording of the spoken word that delivers interesting information to listeners, and is typically longer in time format, e.g. 30 to 60 minutes." In the eleventh podcast of THE CZECH TAEKWON‑DO, we bring you a truly rare guest, premiering on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 2:00 pm. On… Читать далее Podcast CZECH TAEKWON‑DO #11: Interview with ITF President, Professor Ri Yong Son
I am glad to inform you that “24th Anniversary of Nepal ITF” was successfully held at Saino Sports Hall Kathmandu from 5th August to 6th August 2020. On the first day of August the 5th we provided food for 50 people who were very poor and disabled and who were staying together in one house named Manav Sewa… Читать далее Report of 23rd Anniversary of Nepal ITF
Thailand is currently ranked the 34th most affected Covid19 country in the World. In excessof 20,000 daily reported cases and 200 plus daily deaths has put the healthcare system under great stress particularly in the provinces where resources are scarce. Master Moulden and his wife Sabum Rachanok have students in the front line of caring… Читать далее A little help goes a long way
"A podcast is most often an audio recording of the spoken word that delivers interesting information to listeners, typically in a longer time format, e.g. 30 to 60 minutes. " The Czech Taekwon‑Do ITF has decided to bring you interesting information in this new way, especially from the world of Czech Taekwon‑Do, both in audio… Читать далее VIDEO PODCAST: Birthday interview with Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong
The Taekwon‑Do Federation of Africa (TFA) and International Taekwon‑Do Federation South Africa (ITFSA) hosted the 1st African Online ITF International Technical Seminar (ITS) and International Instructor Course (IIC), from 23rd July – 25th July 2021. The course was presented by Master Jaren Phillips, VII Dan, ITF Technical and Education Committee member, TFA Senior Vice-President, and… Читать далее 1st African Online ITS and IIC
Prior to the 2019 Taekwon‑Do World Championships in Bulgaria, I discovered a tumor in my chest and sought medical attention. However, the doctor was inattentive and allowed me to compete in the World Championship. I took second place in the championship and sought advice from another specialist, which is when my worst fear began. I… Читать далее How my indomitable spirit triumphed over cancer in a life-or-death battle
The meeting of the Organizing Committee of the 1st Online Pan American Games was held with great success, in addition to addressing the themes inherent in the event, Regional Delegates were appointed. In the beginning, after the greetings and Taekwon‑Do Oath, a minute of silence was made for the passing away of SM Ada Celeste… Читать далее Meeting on 1st Pan Am Online Original Taekwon‑Do ITF Games
On 18 June 2021, Sabum Ben Evans, Representative of the New Zealand ITF, opened a free gym in Hastings, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand. It is a free community facility that serves the elderly, people with special needs, people struggling with mental health issues, and at-risk youth. The gym’s mission is to provide a safe, holistic environment conducive… Читать далее Providing a gym that is accessible to all – New Zealand ITF
On Friday 26th June, 500 athletes from Bulgaria, Greece, Ukraine, Bosnia & Herzegovina, North Macedonia and Moldova travelled to Plovdiv in Bulgaria, to take part in the 2021 Bulgaria Open A-Class International tournament. Bulgaria Open is a premium class tournament which has always been one of the pearls of the ITF Taekwon‑Do in Europe. This time this noble event has reopened the era… Читать далее 2021 Bulgaria Open A-Class International tournament
The 1st ITF International Taekwon‑do Seminar from June 07 to 13, 2021 took place in Dakar, Senegal. The seminar was organized by Club Sunnt Taekwon‑Do ITF Senegal. The Seminar was conducted by myself, Mr. Nadir Ait Makhroub, the President of ITF Morocco. He visited some Taekwon‑Do schools. As the very first seminar of its kind,… Читать далее 1st ITF Taekwon‑Do Seminar, in Daka, Senegal,7-13Jun, 2021
Commemoration Anniversary of Passing of General Choi Hong Hi June 15, 2021 On the date TOKA at the National level held an emotional virtual ceremony to commemorate the 19th Anniversary of the departure into eternity of the father of Taekwon‑Do, General Choi Hong Hi, a large number of members among Masters, Instructors and Danes in… Читать далее Commemoration Anniversary of Passing of General Choi
On April 17th 2021, the 1st International Sports Training Seminar for Taekwon‑do ITF took place, via ZOOM, online. The Seminar was Organized by the Cyprus Taekwon‑do Federation. Seminar Contactor was Master Lefteris Polydorou 7th Degree, Member of the ITF’s Technical and Education Committee. As a first ever seminar of this kind, we decided to go… Читать далее 1st International Taekwon‑do ITF Sports Training Seminar
Taekwon‑Do is multi-dimensional. It is an art, a philosophy, a sport, a science and a way of life. Among martial arts, Taekwon‑Do is one of the most scientific and systematic. Although most students will focus on the physical aspects of training — the philosophy and the scientific principles require equal attention. The introduction to sports… Читать далее 1st Online ITF Taekwon‑Do Sports Training Seminar by Master Lefteris Polydorou, 17th April 2021
ITF OCEANIA UMPIRE and COACHING COURSE BY GRAND MASTER LINDA LOW (via National and International Video link with Microsoft Teams) 17th-18th April 2021 COURSE CONDUCTOR GRAND MASTER DR LINDA LOW With assistance of Master Jason Bradley, Master Danny Kordanovski, Sabum Derrick Chan, Sabum Justin Low Participating Countries: Australia, Canada (Newton’s TKD), Malaysia (Sabum Steven Gomez)… Читать далее ITF OCEANIA UMPIRE and COACHING COURSE BY GRAND MASTER LINDA LOW
For the second time this year, the International Taekwon‑Do Federation (ITF) has authorized the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation to organize an online International Technical Seminar. The seminar was held on the ocassion of the Taekwon‑Do birthday and took place exactly on the day when Taekwon‑Do was introduced to the public as a completely new, Korean art… Читать далее 2nd online International Technical Seminar conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong was a success
PTC-ITF International Seminar Today was the International Seminar for the 66th Anniversary of Taekwon‑Do, organized by the Panam Taekwon‑Do Council ITF-PTC. GM Eng. Hwang Ho Yong — ITF Education and Technical Committee Director — S. Vice President and EBM ITF conducted the Seminar. This Mega Event was a historical event since the Webinar had the… Читать далее PTC-ITF International Seminar
Dear Mr. ITF President Professor RI Yong Son, ITF members around the globe are proud to be a part of Your special day today and I happily join with all other well-wishers to celebrate it with You. There is no better time to appreciate and congratulate You than on this occasion. May You be graced with many more… Читать далее ITF PRESIDENT Prof. RI Yong Son — Happy Birthday
On 13th June 2021, in memoriam of Our Father Founder General Choi Hong Hi, Madagascar ITF Dojang Heng De has organized Pedagogical Course based on Taekwon‑Do for Black Belts who have Dojang. The Course has been shared to two parts: 1- Theory (Philosophy of Taekwon‑Do,Secret of Taekwon‑Do,Relationships Students/Black Belts, leading trainings, system of examinations,composition of… Читать далее Training course, in Madagascar
Many congratulations to everyone for the 66th Anniversary of Taekwon‑Do. By giving Taekwon‑Do as a gift to the World Gen. Choi Hong Hi has changed the life of millions for their betterment. The humanity will always be thankful to him. I am glad to inform that the 66th Anniversary of Taekwon‑Do was celebrated by many… Читать далее Celebration of 66th Anniversary of Taekwon‑Do, India
On March 27-28 National Taekwon‑do and Kickboxing Federation of the Republic of Tajikistan held Commemorative Taekwon‑do (ITF) Republican Tournament dedicated to 55th Anniversary of Founding of the ITF. Over 300 athletes of all age categories from different regions of the Republic participated in this Championship devoted to the special occasion of ITF Anniversary. While the organizers had to… Читать далее Commemorative Republican Tournament dedicated to 55th Anniversary of ITF Foundation in Tajikistan
Just few steps from the idea of attending UKTA e-competition to having e-Czech Open, despite of some technical issues all competing videos were not even successfully taken and uploaded to Cyber Arena. Organizing team and I were surprised of the worldwide interest and numbers of competitors which led us to postpone the beginning of the… Читать далее Thank you all for participating in the Czech E-OPEN 2021 in Taekwon‑Do ITF!
On the 27th March a training seminar was held for international instructors. This was conducted by Grand Master Hutchinson at the Bay Hotel in Kinghorn, Fife. Grand Master Hutchison conducted the Seminar to celebrate the ITF Birthday of the Foundation day, 55 years ago from 1966 — 2021. Due to the ongoing global pandemic crisis,… Читать далее Grand Master Hutchison’s First B.I.T.F Zoom training Seminar for the United Kingdom 4th — 8th Dan
The 55th ITF Anniversary is commemorated with a new era of unity in the original Taekwon‑Do in the Republic of Kazakhstan. An Umpire & Coach Seminar in commemoration of the 55th ITF Anniversary organised by the Kazakhstan Taekwon‑Do ITF Association (KTA) took place from March 26th to March 28th, 2021 in Čimkent, one of the… Читать далее Umpire & Coach Seminar on 55th ITF Anniversary,26-28Mar2021
I was teaching various Martial Arts since 1982 as I was passing through many faces of Martial Art like Kung-fu, Karate, Taekwondo etc. Then I realised that it is necessary to have a named platform from where the best Martial art can be presented. So I formed Delhi TKD Institute in 1985. But As it… Читать далее Happy Foundation Day of Taekwon‑Do Federation Delhi
2021 UKTA ONLINE OPEN An event promoted by the United Kingdom Taekwon‑Do Association (UKTA) and endorsed by ITF has become the largest single online tournament marathon in ITF Taekwon‑Do to date. 16 000 views, 17 Countries, 639 Participants, 19 Umpires, 6 ITF.TV and iSCORE production professionals, 23 h. 30 min. on the air through 6 broadcasts during February 16th, 2021 to March 22nd, 2021. The ITF HQ would like… Читать далее 2021 UKTA ONLINE OPEN — A Record Breaking Success
Commemorative events were held by the Korean Taekwon‑Do Committee on this special occasion of the 55th Anniversary of Founding of the ITF. On Mar. 22nd, 2021 marking the 55th Anniversary of Founding of the ITF, leading persons, Grand Masters and Masters of the Korean TKD Committee and the ITF, including Mr. Kim Myong Gun, the… Читать далее Commemorative events on the occasion of the 55th Anniversary of ITF Foundation
On the occasion of the 55th anniversary of the International Taekwon‑Do Federation the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation, in cooperation with its chief instructor, Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong 9th Dan, organized an International Instructor Course, which was officially endorsed by the ITF HQ. A completion of the International Instructor Course and a successful examination is a… Читать далее The first online ITF Int’l Instructor Course by GM Hwang Ho Yong
We are proud to celebrate the 55th Anniversary of Founding of ITF.
On the occasion of the 55th Anniversary of the ITF foundation, there has been held ITF Executive Board meeting on 13th Mar. this year. All the EB meeting participants expressed their willingness to keep an encouraging and energetic efforts on the way to developing ITF Taekwon‑Do despite this persistent hard time of the Covid-19 pandemic.… Читать далее ITF Executive Board meeting on 13th Mar.2021
Dear Grand Masters, Masters and Colleagues, On Behalf of the Haitian Internatioal Taekwon‑Do Federation I'm proud report you on the first in person National Taekwon‑Do Training and Anti-Doping Course organized by our NGB. More than 80 Taekwon‑Do Students from three departments have been participante in that event. Our next event will be the National Taekwon‑Do Tournament… Читать далее National Taekwon‑Do Training and Anti-Doping Course
Dear NGB Representatives, Dear ITF Grand Masters, Masters & Instructors, The Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation cordially invites you to attend the first online International Instructor Course to be conducted by the ITF Senior Vice President, ITF Technical & Education Committee Chairman, and the Father of Czech Taekwon‑Do, Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong 9th Degree. The… Читать далее The first online International Instructor Course with Grand Master Prof. Hwang Ho Yong
Reminiscing fondly my days with General Choi Hong Hi By ITF President Prof. Ri Yong Son My Taekwon‑Do journey began in secondary school in Chongjin City in North Hamgyong Provence. I trained Taekwon‑Do alongside handball practice. It is widely known that my country is renowned as the Motherland of Taekwon‑Do, thus it is popular and… Читать далее Reminiscing fondly about my days
By Robert Greeff 2020 has become a defining year for contemporary human civilization. The entire world has been thrown into a state of imbalance. As such, the need for the teachings of Taekwon‑Do is more relevant and necessary than ever. In fact it would seem that all countries are calling out for the core tenet… Читать далее ART and the WAY, a journey of 2 brothers to become ITF Taekwon‑Do Masters
Grand Master Low Koon Lin, Malaysian Taekwon‑Do Pioneer A Brief History of the Early Years There is little doubt that Covid-19 has had a tremendous impact on us all. One of the worst things about this period is that I am unable to visit my father, GM Low Koon Lin, who lives in Malaysia. However,… Читать далее Grand Master Low Koon Lin — The Untold Story
The beginning of Taekwon‑Do in Hong Kong dates back to 1966, when Grand Master Kim Bok Man who had just retired from the army introduced the Korean martial arts in; sometimes called Korean Karate back then, In 1967, General Choi Hong Hi sent a couple of experienced instructors to Hong Kong to facilitate the training,… Читать далее Hong Kong ITF- Marching Steadily Towards the World
Growing up with my siblings who had been already receiving different forms of martial arts training, it was inevitable to get myself into Taekwon‑Do at a young age in order to survive those fierce fights, as well as to become stronger. Since then, I have developed a great passion for Taekwon‑Do. Driven by the zeal… Читать далее Taekwon‑Do as a Guide to Life
My love for General Choi Hong Hi and passion for ITF GM Adolfo Villanueva Argentina I received my 9th Dan in 2009. Currently, I am the Vice-President of ITF in America, President of FAAT (Federation of the Argentinian Associations of Taekwon‑Do), and Director of the South American School; a school that I founded and I… Читать далее Grand Master Adolfo Villanueva
We are happy to inform all ITF members, Sasung has recommenced manufacturing and orders are welcome. For further information, contact your Instructor or National Governing Body (NGB) in your country. ITF HQs
This is the report of Nepal ITF 23rd anniversary which we had celebrated some meaningful activities. I am glad to inform you that “23rd Anniversary of Nepal ITF” was successfully held at Revive Leisure Park Mahalaxmisthan, Lalitpur from 5th August to 6th August 2020. First day of 5th August we provided the food for 63 persons who were very poor… Читать далее Humanitarian service of Nepal ITF
In 1989, General Choi Hong Hi introduced gave an impetus to the development of the Taekwondo ITF in Uzbekistan. There were several seminars led by Choi Hong Hi. General Choi Hong Hi has led several seminars that brought built the momentum to flourish Taekwon‑Do especially in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Tashkent became the center… Читать далее The rise of ITF in Uzbekistan
Humanitarian work during Covid-19 pandemic Taekwon‑Do Association of India The COVID-19 pandemic in India is part of the worldwide pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019. The first case of COVID-19 in India was reported on 30 January 2020. As of 26 June 2020, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has confirmed a total of 490,401 cases, 285,636 recoveries and 15,301 deaths in the… Читать далее Humanitarian work during Covid-19 pandemic
My interest in sports was unlocked when I was in my primary school. From board to ball games, and all available sports that can be played at home and school—I tried them all. I was then a kind of person who easily gives up whenever I knew that someone is better than me in my… Читать далее TAEKWON‑DO: MY WAY OF LIFE