Taekwondo Bedford

Due to its rather more physical attributes, Taekwondo is possibly more suited to the younger person in Bedford and is particularly suitable for children because it's fantastic for developing respect for others and self-discipline. More elderly people could find it a bit too strenuous unless they're particularly fit and active. Even so, those who take up Taekwondo in Bedford from a young age will discover they can easily carry it on into older adulthood. The less agile of you could consider something softer like Tai Chi.

Taekwondo is one of the more recently introduced of the martial arts, with its beginnings in Korea in 1945. A group of Korean martial artists in Seoul established some new schools which they called "kwans", combining a number of martial arts practices. Taekwondo, which was ultimately called, largely consists of kicking manoeuvres, particularly head-height kicks, fast kicking styles and turning/jumping kicks.

Taekwondo has become very popular in Bedford and all around the world, with over 60 million practitioners worldwide. Joining a local Taekwondo club or class in Bedford is a good way to get involved with this activity which is now an Olympic sport. There is no reason why you cannot become a master of this exciting martial art, even if you do not aspire to Olympic competition.

In these times of increasing violence, it is hardly surprising that folks in places like Bedford are taking up self-defence training like Taekwondo to enable them to feel safer in their local environment. The self-defence element is one of the key benefits of Taekwondo but at the same time it also promotes self-restraint and a respect for those around us, which are qualities that are largely missing in 21st century living.

There is a pretty decent likelihood that your eagerly learned Taekwondo skills will never see the light of day in your day to day life, but it will most certainly give you a secure feeling knowing that they are there should you ever be in need of them.

Your First Taekwondo Class

If Taekwondo is not a sport that you have ever had a go at before, you will likely be wondering what you should be expecting from your very first class if you make up your mind to join. Different Taekwondo schools in Bedford have varying ideas about this but roughly; you will take part in a 15-20 minute warm-up, you'll do a bit of technical training, you'll learn some forms, you'll practice sparring methods and last but not least you'll do a warm-down to help your body get back into a relaxed state once more.

British Taekwondo is the official governing body of the sport within the United Kingdom, and membership of this organisation is compulsory if you want to sign up with any Taekwondo club in Bedford or nearby. You can get lots of details of beginning a new club, news, events, safe practices, members and clubs, equality and safeguarding, first aid, coaching courses, referees and coaching, and more, by visiting British Taekwondo's website.

Taekwondo Kicks

Taekwondo is probably most recognized for its acrobatic kicking manoeuvres, here are just a few of the standard kicks you will learn as a novice: Hook or Whip Kick, Axe Kick, Side Kick, Roundhouse Kick, Back Kick, Push Kick, Front Kick, Crescent Kick. Blocks: Taekwondo "blocks", that are used to fend off the different attacking moves, are known as Makgi. Using the hands and different parts of the arm, they're held in various positions. Each and every block can be merged with a punch or kick to establish a counter-attacking movement, and each one is appropriate for a particular attack. The most used blocks include: Knife Hand Block, Single Forearm Block, Double Knife Hand Block, Low Block, Rising Block, Double Forearm Block, Palm Block, Nine Block and Upper Block.

Beginners Taekwondo Bedford

As with any sport or activity we have to begin someplace, and Taekwondo is no different. Even the finest Bedford Taekwondo masters were complete newbies at one point. So, what can you expect as a total novice at Taekwondo? Beginner classes should give their enrollees sufficient instruction to teach them the basics and allow them to gain confidence as they progress. An ideal beginners class ought to be enjoyable as well as instructional, when individuals are enjoying themselves they're a lot more invested and are going to learn faster.