TAEKWON-DO pHILOSOPHY

In addition to the teaching of physical techniques, Taekwon-Do embraces numerous philosophical and moral guidance principles, some of which are listed below

The Philosophy

The philosophy behind Taekwon-Do is based on traditional Asian spiritual beliefs such as Confuscianism. The Encyclopedia of Taekwon-Do sets out these guidelines for students in Taekwon-Do to practice.

Be willing to go where the going may be tough and do the things that are worth doing even though they are difficult.
Be gentle to the weak and tough to the strong.
Be content with what you have in money and position but never in skills.
Always finish what you begin, be it large or small.
Be a willing teacher to anyone regardless of religion, race or ideology.
Never yield to repression or threat in the pursuit of a noble cause.
Teach attitude and skill with action rather than words.
Always be yourself even though your circumstances may change.
Be the eternal teacher who teaches with the body when young, with words when old, and by moral precept even after death

Student Oath

I shall observe the tenets of Taekwon-Do
I shall respect the instructor and seniors
I shall never misuse Taekwon-Do
I shall be a champion of freedom and justice
I shall build a more peaceful world

Tenets of Taekwon-Do

Courtesy
Integrity
Perseverance
Self-control
Indomitable Spirit