The physical benefits of taekwondo Most people want to use martial arts like taekwondo for fighting and self-defense, but really think about it, how often have you needed to kick somebody in the chin to defend yourself? Most of the people who are going to...
Taekwondo is an ancient martial art that has plenty of rules that might appear to be quite overwhelming to white belt beginners. The following is our quick guide for taekwondo’s basic rules for Kup graders who are just getting started.
Korea has a history that is as long and as exciting as Tae Kwon Do. Originally, started by a legendary soldier king, Dongoon, the kingdom was formed into one nation from many tribes about 23 centuries before Christ. The kingdom was founded at the high...
Accidents, whether serious or not so serious, often result in injuries to our joints, bones, and ligaments. In fact, these are the most vulnerable parts of the body in the case of an accident. Whenever you fall down, regardless of the cause, your joints will...
Our son, Zaydan has been part of the Hong Ik Tarrytown family since he was 5. We have watched his interests grow and change with sports and hobbies over his short life thus far; the exception has been with Taekwondo, for which his interest and ... Read More
THREE-MINUTE MEDITATION METHOD BEFORE TRAINING Standing with feet shoulder-width apart, place your palms together. Grab the floor with your toes (“tiger toes”) and feel the soul of your foot (yong-chung) Pull your tailbone slightly in and ... Read More
The 4th HIMA Tumbling Workshop was held on August 26, 2023. Grandmaster Yoo organized the instruction program for all attendees. He was assisted by Master Shinmin and Master Jorge. Susa/Musa Leadership members to additionally help were Isabella, ... Read More
One Day Camp is an intensive combination of martial arts training along with other indoor and outdoor activities. In addition to Tae Kwon Do, Hapkido and Judo, other skills such as nunchucks, board breaking and sword training will be introduced. ... Read More
Starting with White belt, beginners start their training, open to new ideas and seeking knowledge. Belt Color Children Curriculum Adult Curriculum White Belt 1 Self defense Basic Blocking 4 Basic kicks 5 Aims to Achieve 4 Self defense ... Read More
Colored belts are used to denote student progress in his or her training toward the black belt. Each color of the belt is used to denote the skill set that the student has acquired. Taekwondo curriculum is not fixed, students grades and their performance is...