Tae Kwon Do - Overview

Originating from the Korean martial arts of Karate, Tae Kwon Do is the strongest, and most effective form of martial art. Tae Kwon Do is now practised all across the world, including the United Kingdom

History of The T.A.G.B

Tae Kwon Do was introduced into the United kingdom during 1967, but owing to subsequent political differences arising in Korea, several competing groups came into existence. A number of these were and are dominated by foreign nationals with financial and political interests in what they were doing. A group of the most senior Tae Kwon Do instructors eventually became disillusioned with the situation and in 1983 they joined forces to form the Tae Kwon Do Association Of Great Britain (T.A.G.B). The T.A.G.B contains some of the worlds top Tae Kwon Do performers, with several World, European and British champions.

Since its inauguration, the T.A.G.B has grown to become the largest, and most successful Tae Kwon Do practising organisation in Britain, with more than 12,000 members training in over 300 schools nationwide.

The T.A.G.B is not just concerned with its own development. That is why it has played a leading role in the reunification of the British Tae Kwon Do Council, (B.T.C).In 1988, the T.A.G.B helped the British Tae Kwon Do Council to be recognised by the Sports Council.

The T.A.G.B also helped fund found Tae Kwon Do International, the object of which was to bring together Tae Kwon Do practitioners throughout the world. Tae Kwon Do International is non-political and doesn't attempt to dictate to member countries how they must run their affairs. Since its foundation in 1993, Tae Kwon Do International has grown to become the biggest World Tae Kwon Do bodies. Its World Championships are the largest and best organised, and they draw its participation from every content.

Tae Kwon Do Oath

Every Tae Kwon Do practitioner must follow this:

"As a student of Tae Kwon Do, I do solemnly pledge to abide by the rules and regulations of the Tae Kwon Do association, to strive always to be modest, courteous and respectful to all members, in particular my seniors, to put the art only into use for self defence or in defence of the weak and never to abuse my knowledge of the art."

Basic Rules Of The DoJang ( Training Room)

These are just a few of the basic rules to do with the practise of Tae Kwon Do.

• No smoking inside the DoJang
• No gum chewing
• No jewellery may be worn during classes
• No shoes to be worn in the DoJang at any time
• Students should never leave class for a break, water or an early dismissal without permission
• Never loose your temper in the DoJang, especially when sparring
• Never lean on walls or lay spread out on the floor unless while exercising
• Students must keep finger and toe nails clipped short and clean
• Keep your uniform clean at all times
• No horse-play, whistling or loud talking in the DoJang
• No talking during class except to ask or answer a question
• Before asking a question, raise your right hand to attract the instructor's attention
• While in the DoJang, always address the instructor as "Sir"/"Mr" or "Ma'am" using the instructor's surname
• Students should behave in a disciplined manner while training
• Bow to the flag before entering or leaving the DoJang
• Respect all members of senior grade
• While fixing your dobok or belt do not face the instructor
• Any student who is late for class must get the instructor's permission and bow to the instructor before joining the class

The Official T.A.G.B site

For more information about Tae Kwon Do, Tae kwon Do International, Tae Kwon Do association Of Great Britain, or anything to do with Tae Kwon Do, go to the official T.A.G.B website.