General Information

“Taekwondo” translates to “the way of kicking and punching” and teaches those who practice to better their balance and coordination. Taekwondo was developed in Korea over 20 centuries ago and is now practiced worldwide. Taekwondo is one of the very few martial arts that can be practiced life-long, and is also the only martial art that is considered to be an Olympic sport. It is both physically and mentally engaging and helps not only to improve fitness but also self-confidence and teaches respect. Mind, body, and spirit are all incorporated into the study of taekwondo and help those who practice it to balance themselves physically, emotionally, and mentally. At Cunningham Taekwondo, both Olympic and Traditional defensive styles of taekwondo will be offered.

An individual’s inner power (Nerkin Ouj) is the positive energy every member brings to the DoJang. Through the classes and lessons, Nerkin Ouj is drawn out of each student to help produce a positive atmosphere that encourages all members to grow and helps develop a positive and supportive environment for all members of all ages and physical abilities. Although taekwondo is a self-defense technique, it is stressed that taekwondo only be used in unavoidable, violent confrontations and that finding a non-violent solution to solve any problem should be a person’s first reaction. Students who return on a regular basis will start to become more in tune with their environment and the people around them, and will begin to develop a stronger sense of self-worth and self-control in only a few short weeks of beginning to practice.