2 July 2020: In recognition of World Sports Journalists Day observed annually on July 2nd, ITF President, Professor Ri Yong Son pays tribute to all sports journalists in promoting sports. Facts about the #World #Sports #Journalists #Day: • World Sports Journalists Day was established by the International Sports Press Association (ISPA) in 1994 to mark… Читать далее World Sports Journalists Day, 2020
A History Maker of Nepali Martial Art Society Written by: Gham Bahadur Thapa History is important and all people have their own histories and life stories. The seeds sown in history can be found in the plants today. Mr. Krishna Bahadur Balal is a well-known and popular personality in the Nepali sports society and in… Читать далее A History Maker of Nepali Martial Art Society
In times of need Kind donations by Master Graham Moulden and Sabum Rachanok ITF Thailand The setbacks faced by millions around the world as results of the Covid-19 Pandemic are many and varied and the impacts on everyday life devastating. Clearly there have been attempts by Governments to soften the damage by way of financial… Читать далее In times of need
Mastering Sports with Moral Culture For many people like myself, Taekwon‑Do is not so much a hobby, as it is a guiding principle of morality, of self-improvement, and a way of understanding the limits of one’s physical and mental capabilities. It is an artform and a lifestyle that I have dedicated myself to for over… Читать далее Grand Master Tam Fook Chee
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 lift behind. In commemoration of the 18th Memorial Anniversary of… Читать далее Commemoration of the 18th Memorial Anniversary of the Founder of Taekwon‑Do
60th Birthday Interview (2016) Taekwon‑Do ITF Grandmaster and Professor Hwang Ho Yong has been among the most important personalities of Czech martial arts for decades. Ever since his arrival in Prague in 1987, students, not only Czech, have had the opportunity to learn the Korean martial art directly from the source and to be students… Читать далее Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong
Occasions with Gen. Choi Hong Hi The first time I met Gen. Choi was in 1994 during the 9th World Championship in Malaysia, when I was still a school girl. It was only in 1999, I got the opportunity to attend his international seminar. I was really very surprised to see how energetic an 81… Читать далее Master Lee Sock Cheng, 1st Woman ITF Taekwon‑Do Master in SE Asia
Grand Masters and Masters, Dear Members, Ladies and Gentlemen, May I take this opportunity to express my thanks and appreciation to all of you regardless of your affiliated organization for your continuous support and deep attention to the development of Taekwon‑Do worldwide in this unprecedented difficult time. Needless to say, in this situation, our No.… Читать далее ITF President message on Covid-19 challenge to ITF members
ITF Malaysia – Fond Memories – Gen. Choi Hong Hi Gen Choi Hong Hi was the Korean Ambassador to Malaysia from 1962 till 1964. He further developed Taekwon‑Do during his stay in Malaysia and had always regarded Malaysia as the “2nd Home of Taekwon‑Do.” I remembered during the late 60s till 1971, almost every instructor who Gen Choi delegated to… Читать далее Grand Master Tan Chek Si
Mrs. Trine Isaksen, wife of Master Christian Isaksen, Dearest Trine, your children and family members, I would like to express my sincere condolences and sympathy to you and your children on the sudden passing of Master Christian Isaksen. I have known Master Christian Isaksen personally for many years. I met him for the first time… Читать далее Condolence Letter to Wife of Master Christian Isaksen
Dear Members, I on behalf of the International Taekwon‑Do Federation (ITF) would like to extend my heartfelt thanks and congratulations to all the Taekwon‑Doists the world over who have been devoting themselves to the worldwide development and evolution of the original Taekwon‑Do. Encouraging our members to practice traditional techniques anywhere at any time and promoting… Читать далее NEWS: ITF Online Platform
Promotion to 7th Degree I, the President of the British Isles Taekwon‑do Federation had the greatest Honour in having the Founder of Taekwon‑do General Choi Hong Hi come to his home town to conduct an IIC for his students and Instructors. I was promoted to 7th Degree Master by General Choi Hong Hi on the last… Читать далее Grand Master Leslie Hutchison
Today, 16. 4. 2020 celebrates its 56th birthday President ITF, prof. Ri Yong Son. On behalf of all ITF members from around the world, we wish you good health in your hard work. Happy birthday to you, Mr. President! ITF HQ
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In celebration of the 65th Naming of Taekwon‑Do, ITF HQ is offering a 20% discount on the digital ITF Condensed Encyclopedia available on Amazon's Kindle platform. Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QMHVFKG For a limited time period, the reduced price is marked down and available from April 11th. ITF HQ
Dear NGB Representatives, Grand Masters, and Masters, Over the last two years, we have been working saliently to convert the ITF Condensed Taekwon‑Do Encyclopedia into a digital version, now available on the Amazon Kindle platform. The decision came in a pledge to afford ITF members a digital version that can complement their modern lifestyles. Available… Читать далее Digital Encyclopedia of Taekwon‑Do
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ITF EB Members and NGB Representatives, ITF Grand Masters, Masters, Instructors and Practitioners, All Taekwon‑Do colleagues and related people, Dear Members, I, on behalf of the International Taekwon‑Do Federation, would like to extend my warm congratulations to all the Taekwon‑Doists and related people of the entire world on the specific occasion of the 65th Anniversary… Читать далее Congratulation message of ITF President on TKD Birthday
Esteemed ITF EB Members, Continental Federation Presidents, NGB Representatives, Grand Masters, Masters, Instructors and Practitioner, On this occasion, marking the 54th commemoration and formation of the International Taekwon‑Do Federation (I.T.F.), we pay tribute to our Legendary Founder Gen. Choi Hong Hi. The 22nd March 1966 ushered in a new era in Taekwon‑Do with the establishment… Читать далее 54TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITF FOUNDATION
Under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC) with Xi Jinping , the General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee at the core, the Chinese people are fearless of any dangers and difficulties, have shown outstanding wisdom, and have taken many active and effective measures in the prevention and control of the COVID-19… Читать далее China ITF Thanks the ITF HQs and the ITF NGBs for Their Concerns
Dear ITF Members, In light of the increasing concern related to the evolving coronavirus outbreak, it is important that athletes and officials that are preparing for internationally sanctioned ITF events stay informed and understand how to best protect themselves from illness. This update is informed by information collated from the World Health Organization (WHO) and… Читать далее ITF HQ letter on precautionary measures against coronavirus epidemic(COVID-19)
The first ITF event of the New Year, took place in Pafos Cyprus on January 18-19, 2020. An International Technical Seminar with GM Hwang Ho Yong, ITF Senior Vice President and Chairman of the ITF’s Technical & Education Committee. The seminar is being organized every year at the end of January or beginning of February,… Читать далее International Technical Seminar in Paphos, Cyprus
Staged in Thessaloniki, a city located in Central Macedonia, Greece; a three-day International Course for European Umpires and Coaches was conducted recently from Friday 31st of January to Sunday 2nd of February, 2020. Approved by ITF and organised under the umbrella of EITF, the course was conducted by the EITF President and Deputy Chairman of… Читать далее International Umpire Course in Thessaloniki, Greece
A delegation from the International Taekwon‑do Federation (ITF) headed by the ITF President, Prof. RI Yong Son and the ITF HQ Director, Master Kim Chol Gyu paid a visit to Russia to attend the 2020 President Cup, which was held in Moscow on January 25-26. The 2020 President Cup was the ninth edition of an open international… Читать далее President Cup Tournament, Moscow, Russia
ITF MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL TECHNICAL SEMINAR & INTERNATIONAL INSTRUCTOR COURSE International Taekwon‑Do Federation Malaysia (ITFM) held the International Technical Seminar and International Instructor Course on 6-8 December 2019 in the city of Melaka, which was conducted by GM Tan Chek Si. Over 50 participants of 3rd Dan above participated. A numbers of instructors from Singapore and… Читать далее IIC & ITS in Malaysia, Dec 2019
I am glad to inform you that the “34th National ITF Taekwon‑do Championship” and 70th National Technical Seminar & 20th National Umpire Seminar concluded successfully at “PEDDEM INDOOR STADIUM, MAPUSA, GOA held from 26th to 30th December 2019. 982 participants including officials from 18 States of India took part in the event which was organized… Читать далее 34th National ITF Taekwon‑do Championship, India, 26th to 30th Dec. 2019
Dear ITF EB members and Chairpersons of ITF Standing Committee Dear ITF NGB Representatives Dear ITF Grand Masters, Masters and Instructors Dear Taekwon‑Doists and the family members of the ITF Dear all, Now we are seeing out the year 2019 which recorded a new landmark in the history of Taekwon‑Do and in the hopeful New… Читать далее 2020 New Year Message from ITF President
Open tournament “European King of Taekwon‑Do ITF 2019“ As every December since 2013, the city of Thessaloniki has been hosting athletes from all over the world to compete in one of the most important Greek open tournament of the year, to become the next King of Taekwon‑do in every category and enjoy the beautiful city… Читать далее Open tournament, European King of Taekwon‑Do ITF 2019
On November 12 of this year, GM Hwang Ho Yong — IX Dan ITF, ITF Senior Vice President and President of the ITF Technical and Education Committee, from Prague — Czech Republic, arrived to Peru to deliver the Technical Seminar for Color Belts and Black Belts, was received by a Black Belt retinue chaired by Master Enrique Deacon — VIII Dan ITF — NGB Peru. Also,… Читать далее Technical Seminar for Color Belts and Black Belts in Peru by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong
26th — 27th of October 2019 the annual International Taekwon‑do ITF championship — European Challenge Tournament “Baltic Amber Cup 2019” was held at Riga National Sports Hall. The Baltic Amber Cup is being organized in the Capital of Latvian Republic in Riga for the tenth time and has become a common tradition for those who support a healthy… Читать далее European Challenge Tournament BAC 2019 successfully hold in Riga
We are glad to inform you that the 31st DELHI STATE ITF Taekwon‑do CHAMPIONSHIP was held successfully at Thyagraj Indoor Stadium, New Delhi from 28th November to 01st December 2019. The event was organized by “TAEKWON‑DO FEDERATION OF DELHI” under the Chairmanship of Grand Master Dr. Rajendran Balan, President of TFD & TAI of Master… Читать далее 31st DELHI STATE ITF Taekwon‑do CHAMPIONSHIP in India
International Instructor Course and International Technical Seminar with Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong in Vienna, Austria. From 22nd to 24th November, 2019, in Vienna, Austria, Austrian National Taekwon‑do Federation with president Sabum Nim Dalibor Medic, hosted International Instructor Course and International Technical Seminar conducted by Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong. There were more than… Читать далее IIC and ITS in Vienna, Austria
On October 11-12-13, 2019 took place the IIC MONTREAL 2019 in Montreal in Canada. This seminar was presented by GM Dr. Linda Low from Australia. Throughout the IIC, GM Low, bursting with energy, was able to capture the interest of all participants by transmitting to them her great passion for TKD. The seminar started with… Читать далее IIC MONTREAL 2019
An ITF International Instructor Course, conducted by Grandmaster Francis Barrett, was held in Dublin, Ireland from the 19th to 20th of October. This seminar was attended by practitionersfrom RITA schools from around the country and some guests from the UK, which is always good to see. The grades attending ranged from black tag to 8th… Читать далее IIC Dublin Ireland 19th & 20th October 2019
Today we commemorate the 101st birthday of the Legendary Founder of Gen. Choi Hong Hi, who was born on November 9th, 1918. On the occasion of this special day, we come to cherish those unforgettable days spent with Gen. Choi Hong Hi including running seminars and it is without a doubt that his words still… Читать далее WE CHERISH THOSE HAPPY DAYS SHARED WITH GEN. CHOI HONG HI, THE LEGENDARY FOUNDER OF THE TAEKWON‑DO
On October 25, 2019, the National Meeting of Masters of the Federation of Argentine Associations of Taekwon‑Do — FAAT- NGB ITF Original-Official was held in the city of Termas de Río Hondo-Santiago del Estero. The Halls of the Museum of the International Hot Spring Museum of Rio Hondo hosted such an important event. At the… Читать далее National Meeting of Masters of the Federation of Argentine Associations of Taekwon‑Do
The 8th IMGC Games will be held in Italy from 30 October to 3rd November, 2019. The International Martial Art Games Committee is a non-governmental and non-profit international martial art organization contributing to Martial Art Sports, on educational, scientific and technical levels through the international and regional martial art events. The International Martial Art Games… Читать далее Torch light ceremony of 8th International Martial Art Games in DPR Korea
Plovdiv City of Bulgaria, European Cultural Capital for 2019 hosted the 21st ITF Taekwon‑Do World Championship putting another new milestone for the promotion of original Taekwon‑Do all over the world. The City, proud of long history of its tradition reserved unparallel generosity and jealous hospitality to all the participants who came in this lovely land from different parts of the… Читать далее 2019 Plovdiv, another New Milestone
From 11th to 13th Oct.2019 ITF International Instructor Course & International Technical Seminar was held in a big success in Didcot, England by Grand Master Gary Miller . 65 ITF Masters and black belt holders from sevral countries attended at this seminar and course. Internatiuonal Instructor teaching and training according to the Plan of IIC… Читать далее ITF International Instructor Course & International Technical Seminar in Didcot, England
The international Technical Seminar was held between 23th-24th Aug.2019 during the ITF 21st Taekwon‑Do Championships held from 23th to 30th Aug.2019 in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, conducted by Prof.Grand Master Hwang Ho Yong, ITF Senior-Vice President and ITF Technical and Educational Committee Chairman. There had attended a total number of 80 of Umpires, black belt holders, including… Читать далее ITS in Plovdiv, Bulgaria,23-24Aug2019
Since 2018 the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation ITF produces, in cooperation with nationwide TV channel Sport5, a quarterly TV documentary called TAEKWON‑DO MAGAZINE. This magazine is dedicated to all those interested in Taekwon‑Do, the modern Korean art of self-defense, and each 15-minute episode contains 3 new interesting reports from the Czech Taekwon‑Do ITF. The magazine is… Читать далее CZECH TAEKWON‑DO MAGAZINE NO. 3 (2019)
For some time now, the International Taekwon‑Do Federation (ITF) and World Taekwondo (WT) have come closer together. The two governing bodies of Taekwondo signed a Protocol of Accord and held several joint demonstrations, most notably at the opening ceremony of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea and this year at the Olympic Museum… Читать далее An interview with Professor Ri Yong Son, President of the International Taekwon‑Do Federation
… Dear Grand Masters and Masters, Dear ITF Leadership, Dear NGB's and participants, It is a great pleasure once again to welcome the Taekwon–Do ITF elite in the city of Plovdiv.I am looking forward to meeting you all at the biggest ITF event and I hope that you and your members will enjoy a pleasant… Читать далее World Taekwon‑Do ITF Championship 2019
Dear ITF Friends and esteemed Colleagues, We are elated with joy that we can share we have moved ahead and began, as of this week, to build Bsb Fenias Cláudio's prosthetic leg. While we are still $4,000 away from reaching our needed budget target, the International Taekwon‑Do Federation of South Africa (ITFSA) has stepped in… Читать далее The Fenias Claudio Project
Since 2018 the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation ITF produces, in cooperation with nationwide TV channel Sport5, a quarterly TV documentary called TAEKWON‑DO MAGAZINE. This magazine is dedicated to all those interested in Taekwon‑Do, the modern Korean art of self-defense, and each 15-minute episode contains 3 new interesting reports from the Czech Taekwon‑Do ITF. The magazine is presented… Читать далее CZECH TAEKWON‑DO MAGAZINE No. 2 (2019)
The historical 14th PanAm Taekwon ‑ Do Games have concluded with the grand success in the history of original ITF in the USA. Which was held in Ocala, Florida USA June 21 to June 23, 2019 The 14th PanAm Taekwon ‑ Do Games were organized by the United States Official Taekwon‑Do Organization under the chairmanship… Читать далее 14th PanAm Taekwon Do Games USA
Since 2018 the Czech Taekwon‑Do Federation ITF produces, in cooperation with nationwide TV channel Sport5, a quarterly TV documentary called TAEKWON‑DO MAGAZINE. This magazine is dedicated to all those interested in Taekwon‑Do, the modern Korean art of self-defense, and each 15-minute episode contains 3 new interesting reports from the Czech Taekwon‑Do ITF. The magazine is presented… Читать далее CZECH TAEKWON‑DO MAGAZINE No. 1 (2019)
April 11th, 2019 is the 64th anniversary day of the naming of “Taekwon‑Do” by Gen. Choi Hong Hi. Celebrating this day, we are all in missing for Gen. Choi Hong Hi, our father and teacher, and our hearts are in a full determination to implement and complete his last words and remain loyal to his… Читать далее HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO TAEKWON‑DO!
April 6th, 2019 was a historic and significant day for the International Taekwon‑Do Federation and World Taekwondo. As planned, the WT Delegation headed by Dr. Chungwon Choue, President of World Taekwondo paid a visit to the ITF Headquarters in Vienna, Austria and held friendly talks with Prof. Ri Yong Son, the ITF President. WT delegation… Читать далее WT Delegation visits the ITF Headquarters
Over 120 Taekwon‑Do athletes from four provinces Kabul, Herat, Badakhshan and Balkh took part at the 16th National Taekwon‑Do ITF Championship of Afghanistan held on 17th-18th of Jan 2019. Due to unstable and risky situation in the country, AANTA representatives from other provinces of Afghanistan could not participate. The competition was held at Dashta Barchi… Читать далее 16th National ITF Taekwon‑Do Championship of Afghanistan
Distinguished ITF EB members, Dear NGB Representatives and Grand Masters and Masters, Dear ITF Members, Taekwon‑Do artists and practitioners, As the glorious year of 2018 comes to a close, we now welcome the New Year 2019 with great hopes. Availing this opportunity, I would like to send my sincerest New Year greetings to the Vice-Presidents… Читать далее 2019 New Year Message from ITF President
An Agreement between ITF & WT was adopted on the 2nd November 2018 in Pyongyang, DPR of Korea following the bilateral consultations with regards to the integration between two Federations. Prof. Ri Yong Son, President of International Taekwon‑Do Federation and Dr. Chungwon CHOUE, President of World Taekwon‑do ratified the given Agreement. The signing ceremony was… Читать далее Agreement between ITF and WT
On 25th May — 4th June 2018, the National Sports Tournament for its second edition took place in Phnom Penh, Cambodia concluded by Taekwon‑Do Demonstration performed by 600 Taekwon‑Do practitioners of ITF Cambodia to start with its President in person Mr. Keo Remy, President of Human Rights Committee of Cambodian Congress. The event was honored… Читать далее Taekwon‑Do Demonstration in Cambodia
A welcome Ceremony for Cambodian winners at the 9th Asian Taekwon‑Do Championship in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia was held on 22nd May at the building of the Cabinet of Cambodia. The ceremony was honored by the presence of Cambodian Government Prime Minister H.E. Mr. Hun Sen accompanied by Deputy Prime Ministers, Minister of Sports along with VIPs… Читать далее Welcome ceremony for Cambodian winners
Official PTC report Having finished the special Congress of the PTC. And International Seminar in the cities of San Miguel de Tucuman and Buenos Aires- Argentina, which had the illustrious visits of the President of the ITF Prof. Master Ri Yong Son and the Chairman Technical Committee of ITF GM Hwang Ho Yong. I am… Читать далее International Seminar and Special Congress of the PTC in Argentina
Distinguished ITF EB members, Grand Masters and Masters, NGB Representatives, Dear Members, We are now seeing out the old year 2017 in which we recorded a meaningful chapter in the history of the ITF and seeing in the hopeful and significant NEW YEAR 2018. The year 2017 was impressive to all Taekwon‑Doists across the planet… Читать далее 2018 New Year Message from ITF President
Dear President. Availing myself to this opportunity, I would like to express my thanks for the invitation of ITF Officials and ITF Demonstration Team to 2017 WTF World Taekwon‑Do Championships in Muju that you extended following our meeting on the 3rd May 2017 in Lausanne in the framework of the execution of the Protocol of… Читать далее Letter from ITF President to WTF President
The talks between the ITF President Prof. RI Yong Son and the WTF President Dr. CHOUE Chungwon have taken place in the friendly atmosphere in Lausanne, Switzerland on 3 May 2017. On the basis of the common understandings that both sides are recognized as the International bodies to govern the worldwide activities relating to the… Читать далее Talks held between ITF and WTF
CONGRATULATIONS On my behalf as the President of ITF, I hereby would like to congratulate all ITF family members in celebration on the specific occasion of this historical day, 22nd March, when ITF had been founded by late Gen. Choi Hong Hi exactly 51 years ago. May I take this opportunity to express our hearty… Читать далее Happy Birthday to You!
Dear Members, A Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year 2017! We are just in the moment to say GOOD-BYE to the year 2016. May I take this opportunity to extend my heartfelt THANKS and GRATITUDES to all the members including the Grand Masters and Masters for your tremendous contributions and dedications to further evolution and… Читать далее 2017 New Year Message from ITF President
This annual event was held on 28 & 29 May 2016 in the City of Melaka and attracted over 650 participants from 70 primary and secondary school in the country. The overall school champion was taken by the Wen Hua Primary School from Melaka. It was supported and endorsed by the Ministry Of Education Malaysia,… Читать далее Malaysia National School Taekwon‑Do Championships
On Saturday 20th Feb 2016, Pakistan National Taekwon‑Do Association ITF hosted the 2nd International Taekwon‑Do Championships which was held in the Sindh Sports Board Complex Hall, Nazimabad #2 Karachi, Pakistan. The All Afghanistan National Taekwon‑Do Association ITF and Moldavia ITF was invited to this memorable championship.
An International and National Technical Seminar and International Instructor Course, were contacted in Paphos Cyprus, from the 29th to 31st of January 2016. The contactor was Senior Grand Master Professor Hwang Ho Yong, ITF’s Senior Vice President and Chairman of the ITF Technical & Education Committee. SGM Hwang arrived to Cyprus on Thursday the 28th… Читать далее IIC & ITS in Cyprus
