https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/ 2026-04-04T03:52:34+00:00 https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/ https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/_media/wiki/dokuwiki.svg text/html 2026-03-09T21:24:58+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page04?rev=1773091498&do=diff TABLE OF CONTENTS (MOKCHA) * PREFACE (MORIMAL) * TAEKWON-DO AND IMITATORS * CHARTER OF TAEKWON-DO (TAEKWON-DO HUN JANG) * TENETS OF TAEKWON-DO (TAEKWON-DO JUNGSHIN) * EXPLANATION OF TENETS * SONG OF TAEKWON-DO (TAEKWON-DO NORAE) * DEFINITION OF TAEKWON-DO * ANCIENT MAP OF KOREA * THE ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT OF MARTIAL ARTS * HISTORY OF TAEKWON-DO (TAEKWON-DO YOKSA) * MORAL CULTURE (JUNGSHIN SOOYANG) * TAEKWON-DO AND PHYSICAL FITNESS * TAEKWON-DO AND MENTAL EFFECT * A… text/html 2024-06-08T02:47:35+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page05?rev=1717814855&do=diff GEN. CHOI HONG HI Founding Father of Taekwon-Do President International Taekwon-Do Federation text/html 2024-06-08T02:49:53+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page06?rev=1717814993&do=diff Taekwon-Do in Korean Character text/html 2024-06-28T02:32:08+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page07?rev=1719541928&do=diff PREFACE (Morimal) Words are inadequate to describe my feeling of jubilation on the day that Taekwon-Do was born, but at the same time I was assailed by doubts and apprehensions. How many people would actually come to recognize and understand Taekwon-Do during my life-time? It seems as though this happened only yesterday, and yet many years have passed and today Taekwon-Do is not only an official activity of CISM (Council of International Sport Military) but it is under consideration for inclusi… text/html 2024-06-08T02:51:57+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page10?rev=1717815117&do=diff TAEKWON-DO AND IMITATORS Today, the enormous popularity of Taekwon-Do has created imitators, and whilst at times imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, in the case of Taekwon-Do this is definitely not true. To imitate without full knowledge of the original is dangerous. It is somewhat akin to allowing a child to play with a toy gun, then giving him a real gun and expecting the child to understand the difference without giving him the knowledge of the function and effect of a real gun. text/html 2024-05-25T21:50:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page12?rev=1716673810&do=diff CHARTER OF TAEKWON-DO (Taekwon-Do Hun Jang) PREAMBLE Since Taekwon-Do is an art of self-defence which aims at a noble moral rearmament, high degree of intellectual achievement, graceful techniques, and beauty of physical form, it can be considered as a part of one’s daily life, just as are breathing and thinking. text/html 2024-06-08T02:54:06+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page14?rev=1717815246&do=diff THE TENETS OF TAEKWON-DO (Taekwon-Do Jungshin) TAEKWON-DO AIMS TO ACHIEVE * Courtesy (Ye Ui) * Integrity (Yom Chi) * Perseverance (In Nae) * Self-Control (Guk Gi) * Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgool) text/html 2024-06-08T02:56:46+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page15?rev=1717815406&do=diff EXPLANATION OF TENETS Needless to say, the success or failure of Taekwon-Do training depends largely on how one observes and implements the tenets of Taekwon-Do which should serve as a guide for all serious students of the art. COURTESY (Ye Ui) It can be said that courtesy is an unwritten regulation prescribed by the ancient teacher of philosophy as a means to enlighten human being while maintaining a harmonious society. It can further be as an ultimate criterion required of a mortal. text/html 2024-06-08T03:03:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page18?rev=1717815825&do=diff SONG of TAEKWON-DO Music by Kim Yoon Yung Words by Choi Hong Hi No Pun in gyuk jo un gi sul ham gae gil lo so O ran se wol si du rot da da shi got pi o ya kan sa ram pyo nae so so sa um mal li myo ye ui yom chi in nae guk gi baek jol bul gul ui text/html 2024-05-26T02:45:23+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page20?rev=1716691523&do=diff text/html 2024-06-08T03:17:27+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page21?rev=1717816647&do=diff DEFINITION OF TAEKWON-DO TAEKWON-DO............ A way of life. What exactly is the meaning of Taekwon-Do? To put it simply Taekwon-Do is a version of unarmed combat designed for the purpose of self-defence. It is more than just that, however. It is the scientific use of the body in the method of self-defence; a body that has gained the ultimate use of its facilities through intensive physical and mental training. text/html 2024-06-08T03:37:59+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page24?rev=1717817879&do=diff Original Map Condensed Encyclopedia Map text/html 2024-06-08T03:42:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page25?rev=1717818165&do=diff Mural Painting at Duk Hung Tomb The mural painting at Duk Hung Tomb (409 A.D.) shows general Jin, the premier of Yoo-Ju province, Koguryo, receiving the 13 governors. Yoo-Ju province consisted of 13 counties including Dae-Goon which was situated in the extreme west of that province. text/html 2024-06-09T02:29:11+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page26?rev=1717900151&do=diff THE ORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT OF MARTIAL ARTS Farming, fishing, hunting, medical science, trading and written language are said to have been taught during the reigns of the three mythical emperors Bok Hi, Sin Nong and Hwang Je in China about 3,500 B.C. text/html 2024-06-09T08:57:39+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page38?rev=1717923459&do=diff HISTORY OF TAEKWON-DO (Taekwon-Do Yoksa) Although the origins of the martial arts are shrouded in mystery, we consider it an undeniable fact that from time immemorial there have been physical actions involving the use of the hands and feet for purpose of self-protection. text/html 2024-06-28T23:10:37+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page45?rev=1719616237&do=diff MORAL CULTURE (Jungshin Sooyang) The broad connotations and various possible interpretations of the moral culture are often very difficult for the western mind to grasp because this is an aspect of Oriental Philosophy which pervades the lives of Oriental people. In a word, it is the endeavor and process of becoming an exemplary person such as Confucius (552-479 B.C. text/html 2024-06-28T23:57:06+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page69?rev=1719619026&do=diff TAEKWON-DO AND PHYSICAL FITNESS The study of Taekwon-Do offers several unique advantages to the physical fitness of the student. No doubt one of life's most treasured assets is good health. Therefore, one of the great cardinal sins of mankind is his abuse of this asset. Incidentally, he who does not abuse or hurt his own body, including the hair, is defined as obedient to his parents; so described in Oriental philosophy. text/html 2024-07-12T17:57:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page73?rev=1720807030&do=diff TAEKWON-DO AND MENTAL EFFECT Taekwon-Do is an art that implies a way of thinking and life, and particularly in instilling moral civilization and generating the power for justice. Taekwon-Do is also known as one of the best means of developing and enhancing the emotional, perceptual and psychological characteristics that enable the younger generation, regardless of age, social status or sex, to effectively learn and participate in the social and play demands of his peers. text/html 2024-07-12T18:16:35+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page76?rev=1720808195&do=diff ADVANTAGES OF TAEKWON-DO 1. POPULARITY Young and old, male and female, and in some cases even handicapped persons are able to practice Taekwon-Do. Physical strength, weight and body build are of no consequences. A 60 year old, 85 pound, one armed woman can derive as much personal satisfaction, along with marked improvement in her mental and physical state of health, as an 18 year old Olympic decathlon champion. text/html 2024-07-13T01:45:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page80?rev=1720835144&do=diff TRAINING SECRET OF TAEKWON-DO An old proverb says that even heaven cannot make a diligent worker, poor. However, in Taekwon-Do diligence or intensive training alone does not produce quality techniques. On the contrary, instructions from a false or unqualified instructor would be worse than not being taught at all because unscientific movements not only reduce the power but require a tremendous amount of time to correct text/html 2024-07-12T19:21:34+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page81?rev=1720812094&do=diff STUDENT/INSTRUCTOR RELATIONSHIP (Sajeji Do) Even today in modern Korea, hidden Confucian values often appear through the veneer of twentieth century sophistication. The son that remained implicitly obedient throughout his life became an object of worshipful veneration when the parent died. This obedience and loyalty never wavered. text/html 2024-07-13T01:41:04+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page87?rev=1720834864&do=diff IDEAL INSTRUCTOR Soldiers are as strong as the general who leads them, and, in a like manner, students can only excel under an excellent instructor. We cannot expect a bamboo to grow in a field of reeds, nor can we expect to find an outstanding pupil under an unqualified teacher. text/html 2024-07-13T02:06:06+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page88?rev=1720836366&do=diff THE PHILOSOPHY OF TAEKWON-DO (Taekwon-Do Chul hak) In recent years, there has been an upsurge in violence and a loss of morality in all levels of society, especially among the young. There are, of course a number of reasons for this. Many psychologists today feel that this problem stems from frustration. Analysts, on the other hand, point out that these misguided people are indeed a disillusioned segment of society searching for values and relevance in what they consider deceitful, materialis… text/html 2024-07-13T05:47:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page91?rev=1720849625&do=diff SYSTEM OF RANK (Dan Gup Jedo) In Taekwon-Do, character development, fortitude, tenacity, and technique are graded as well as individual capacity. The promotional scale is divided into nineteen ranks—10 grades (Gups) and nine degrees (Dans.) The former begins 10th grade (Gup) the lowest and ends at first grade. Degrees begin with the first degree (Dan) and end with the ultimate, ninth degree. text/html 2024-07-13T23:14:46+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page93?rev=1720912486&do=diff CRITERIA FOR GRADE AND DEGREE This criteria is based on the total number of hours and days required for the student to obtain first degree black belt, and years for the further black belt degrees. There are actually three programs a beginner may follow: text/html 2026-03-04T19:09:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page96?rev=1772651384&do=diff TEST (Simsa) There are two categories; grade and degree. Grade testing is conducted at an appropriate gym to which the student belongs. Degree testing up to third is conducted by a promotion board composed of more than three and less than seven members of the association or federation of their parent country. text/html 2024-08-26T03:41:15+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page110?rev=1724643675&do=diff TRAINING SCHEDULE (Sooryon Gehoek Pyo) In any undertaking, good planning reduces the risks and increases the probability of success. Well planned programs properly carried out can be likened to catching fish with a net while poorly planned programs can be compared to catching fish with one's bare hands, an obviously inefficient and wasteful exercise. text/html 2026-03-04T19:10:16+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page123?rev=1772651416&do=diff CLASSIFICATION OF INSTRUCTOR (Sabum Jongyu) The instructors are, in a broad sense, classified into domestic and international. The former are selected from among 4th Dan and above, qualified by their parent domestic association and the latter from among the domestic instructors, appointed upon completion of the qualification tests by the International Taekwon-Do Federation. text/html 2026-03-04T19:11:43+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page124?rev=1772651503&do=diff CLASSIFICATION OF UMPIRE (Simpan Jongyu) Umpires are divided into class A and B, the former for international matches and the latter for national matches. Qualification of an International Umpire: The International Taekwon-Do Federation appoints as an international umpire those who are 4th degree and above and have passed the umpire's course conducted by the International Taekwon-Do Federation. text/html 2026-03-04T04:43:03+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page125?rev=1772599383&do=diff text/html 2026-03-04T05:02:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page126?rev=1772600567&do=diff [ ] The First World Taekwon-Do Championship in Montreal, Canada, 1974. [ ] The First Intercontinental Championship held in Quebec, Canada, November 1982. text/html 2026-03-04T05:11:07+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page127?rev=1772601067&do=diff text/html 2026-03-04T19:32:54+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page128?rev=1772652774&do=diff COMPETITION (Kyong Gi) A Taekwon-Do match is more than merely a contest of skill and power. It is also an aesthetic display of a martial art, not unlike fencing, with an honorable tradition. There is certainly beauty in aggressive yet controlled sparring, in well-executed patterns, or in the awesome spectacle of flying kicks and breaking techniques. Though the contest itself and the competitive spirit of all participants is important, students should also enjoy the match and take advantage of … text/html 2026-03-05T21:45:39+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page130?rev=1772747139&do=diff RULES FOR COMPETITION (Kyong Gi Kyu Jong) SECTION I. GENERALBack Heel Article 1. These rules are to be applied to every individual and / or national group taking part in any Taekwon-Do competition sponsored by the International Taekwon-Do Federation. text/html 2026-03-08T20:50:41+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page142?rev=1773003041&do=diff DEMONSTRATION (sibum) The purpose of the demonstration is to introduce the dynamic power, skill and graceful movements possessed by the demonstrators. It also assures spectators that anyone, regardless of age or sex, can learn and develop such techniques. text/html 2026-03-05T22:34:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page144?rev=1772750087&do=diff text/html 2026-03-09T19:43:50+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page154?rev=1773085430&do=diff PATTERNS (Tul) The ancient law in the Orient was similar to the law of Hamurabi, “an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth,” and was rigorously enforced even if death was caused accidentally. In this type of environment, and since the present system of free sparring had not yet been developed, it was impossible for a student of the martial arts to practise or test his individual skill of attack and defense against actual moving opponents. text/html 2026-03-09T21:21:21+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page161?rev=1773091281&do=diff SPARRING (Matsogi) Sparring is the physical application of attack and defence techniques gained from pattern and fundamental exercise against an actual moving opponent or opponents under various situations. It is, therefore, not only indispensable to promote the fighting spirit and courage, to train the eyes, to read the opponents tactic as well as maneuvers, to forge, toughen or develop the attacking and blocking tools, to test his own skills and ability, to learn other movements hardly to b… text/html 2026-03-10T19:40:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page162?rev=1773171610&do=diff SELF-DEFENSE TECHNIQUES (Hosin Sool) These techniques are not only the most interesting in Taekwon-Do but also the most advanced. They are, in every sense, for practical self-defense. Most of these techniques except for breaking motions are the logical application of various motions acquired from patterns, sparring, and fundamental movements to be used against a sudden attack by an armed or unarmed opponent. text/html 2026-03-10T02:42:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page163?rev=1773110525&do=diff text/html 2026-03-15T23:05:49+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page164?rev=1773615949&do=diff MODEL SPARRING (Mobum Matsogi) The primary purpose of this sparring is to show the spectator the agility and skill of the demonstrator and the physical application of every single movement. This is normally accomplished with repetition of the same movement in a slow motion. text/html 2026-03-10T20:29:50+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page183?rev=1773174590&do=diff APPLICATION OF PATTERN In demonstration the same pattern is usually repeated against moving opponents to make the spectators aware of its purpose and meaning. For example pattern EUI-AM. The demonstrator is starting from A ready stance on line AB facing D text/html 2026-03-15T23:03:49+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page194?rev=1773615829&do=diff text/html 2026-03-16T02:02:54+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://itflegacy.haydnc.info/volume01/page195?rev=1773626574&do=diff PRE-ARRANGED FREE SPARRING (Yaksok Jayu Matsogi) This is simulated free sparring, That is, the participants follow a prepared scenario that enables them to skillfully exhibit a wide variety of techniques without fear or injury. Prearranged free sparring is visually impressive and useful for introducing the Taekwon-Do style of fighting to an audience. At the same time it will certainly supply students with a fine method and guide line for real Taekwon-Do free sparring