Taekwondo Tilehurst

It's got to be said that Taekwondo can be very demanding physically, which could discourage the less agile and more elderly folks in Tilehurst from getting involved. To be honest, the most common people participating in Taekwondo classes are kids and the younger generation, but obviously older individuals who're in great physical condition can easily be involved and get benefits from this sport.

The name Taekwondo has only been used since the 1950's, although the discipline started life in Korea in 1945. Some new schools called "kwans", combining various martial arts techniques were established in Seoul by a group of Korean martial arts fanatics. The emphasis of Taekwondo, as it eventually became known, is on kicking manoeuvres, especially spinning/jumping kicks, rapid kicking techniques and head-height kicks.Today Tilehurst Taekwondo classes follow this tradition.

Popular across the world Taekwondo now has over sixty million students. Now an Olympic sport, Taekwondo is accessible to everybody, and joining a local Tilehurst Taekwondo club or class is the best way to get yourself involved. Whilst you might not aspire to Olympic competition, there isn't any reason why you can't be a master of this exhilarating martial art and have an amazing time along the way.

A key element of Taekwondo is self-defence, and undoubtedly this is one of the primary reasons that people in Tilehurst sign up to classes and get involved in the sport. There's been a disconcerting increase in violent conduct in recent times and this is especially rife in city and town centres throughout Berkshire and the nation as a whole. The good thing about Taekwondo though, is that it also encourages self-discipline and respect for other people, not such common qualities in Tilehurst nowadays.

There's a very good chance that your newly learned Taekwondo skills will never need to be proved in your everyday life, but it will most certainly give you a secure feeling knowing that they are there should you ever need them.

Your First Class

If you haven't attempted Taekwondo before you may be a bit concerned as to what you should expect on your first lesson. There may be variations to the following, subject to which Tilehurst Taekwondo school you go to, but you can pretty much expect; A warm up of fifteen to twenty minutes to increase your heart rate and reduce any stiffness in the muscles, a little technical training comprising some hand attacks, stances, blocks and kicks, learning the basic patterns or forms, a few ideas on sparring including good timing, movement and targeting attacks, and finally a warm down to relax and stretch muscles.

Taekwondo also of course has got its own official governing body, and in the British Isles it is British Taekwondo. Anybody wishing to sign up with a Taekwondo club in Tilehurst must become a member of this organisation. By exploring British Taekwondo's official website you'll be able to read facts about coaching courses, events, safe practices, starting a new club, clubs and members, first aid, coaches and referees, news, safeguarding and equality, and many more Taekwondo related facts.

Taekwondo - The Benefits

You will probably be fascinated to find out about precisely what kind of benefits may be gained by attending Tilehurst Taekwondo lessons and participating 100% in its activities. You may expect that you will: Build up your confidence by pushing you to succeed and to take control of your life, Learn self-defence tactics by training you to recognise situations in which self-defence could be needed, and empowering you to manipulate such situations to your advantage, Toughen up your body and mind by way of improved mental discipline and physical co-ordination, Supercharge flexibility, stamina and agility through extreme cardiovascular effort, Improve self-esteem by maximizing your physical and mental health, Lower anxiety and stress with controlled breathing, Better self-discipline by methodically training your mind and body in the techniques and doctrines of Taekwondo.

Taekwondo Beginners Classes

Even the very best exponents of Taekwondo in Tilehurst set out as rookies, so there is no disgrace in being a complete beginner at this sport, or in fact any other activity. The aim of a Taekwondo beginners class is to provide a few basics, boost self-confidence and develop a firm base moving forward. Most important of all is that it must be enjoyable, trainees having a good time will learn quicker and be more engaged.

Conclusion

We cannot all be like Jade Jones or Lutalo Muhammad, and I guess that we wouldn't all want to be. Taekwondo isn't just about Olympic titles and National Championships. Most of us are content to meet different people, make new friends and improve our fitness, and that's exactly how it ought to be. Yet, as with most things in life, what you get from it will depend upon what you invest in it. Good luck! 👊