Tae Kwon Do Phenom Rayna Vallandingham Proudly Embraces “Kicking Like a Girl”
Meet Rayna Vallandingham, a bona fide legend in the world of martial arts. With an impressive record of 13 world championships under her black belt, this 20-year-old dynamo has shattered stereotypes and conquered obstacles throughout her journey. Despite encountering her fair share of sexism in the male-dominated realm of Tae Kwon Do, Vallandingham has chosen…
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The Evolution of Taekwondo: From Martial Art to Olympic Sport
Taekwondo, a martial art characterized by its powerful kicks, fast strikes, and disciplined training, has come a long way in its journey from ancient combat techniques to being recognized as an Olympic sport. In this article, we will explore the evolution of Taekwondo and its transformation into a global sporting phenomenon. Originating in Korea over…
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Mental Training in Taekwondo: Strengthening the Warrior Spirit
While physical prowess is a crucial aspect of Taekwondo, the mental aspect is equally vital. Mental training is a cornerstone of this martial art, as it cultivates focus, resilience, and a strong warrior spirit. In this article, we will explore the importance of mental training in Taekwondo and provide practical techniques to strengthen your mental…
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Honoring Edward Brightstar
In the April 2023 issue, we ran a 2-page article about this extraordinary young man. Edward Brightstar received a plaque for doing something not seen in over sixty years of Grandmaster Jung teaching Taekwondo. He selflessly postponed testing for orange belt so that his younger brother, Jackson Brightstar, could catch up to him so that…
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How to Boost Student Enrollment in Your Taekwondo Dojang School
Success of a martial arts school depends on the number of students enrolled for training. A well-equipped facility and highly skilled Taekwondo instructors are important, but it’s the students’ interest that really matters. Keeping the student enrollment numbers high is a challenge faced by many schools, but there are effective ways to tackle it. Here…
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NOC provides funding for Bosnia and Herzegovina Taekwondo Federation
The Bosnia and Herzegovina Taekwondo Federation (BiHTF) has received financial support from the Olympic Committee of Bosnia and Herzegovina (OKBiH) as part of its efforts to improve funding for sports across the country. BiHTF President Samir Šarić praised the work of volunteers and the sporting community in the development of taekwondo in Bosnia and Herzegovina,…
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8 gold medals Won by Hazara Athletes
The girls of #Hazaristan won 8 gold medals, 4 silver medals, and 9 bronze medals in the national Taekwondo competition held in the beautiful city of Bandgou, Australia. @SR_Afghanistan#StopHazaraGenocide pic.twitter.com/6PWjByMeyG — 🌲Ram🌲 (@Ram_1995q) December 5, 2022
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Kukkiwon, Newly Elected Leader, 50 Year Anniversary Celebration
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Olympic Taekwondo Competitor Alexandros Nikolaidis dies at 42
Original Article Here: “Greece’s two-time Olympic silver medallist and flagbearer at London 2012 had been battling with a rare form of cancer in the last two years. wo-time Olympic taekwondo silver medallist Alexandros Nikolaidis has died at the age of 42. Nikolaidis passed away on Thursday (13 October) following a two-year battle with a rare form of cancer named…
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