Taekwondo Castlereagh

Taekwondo is quite physically demanding, which means it may be considered more suitable for the younger rather than the older generation in Castlereagh. Its teachings of self-discipline and respect for others make it particularly good for children. Older adults may find it somewhat too taxing unless they are particularly fit and active. Carrying their Taekwondo experience through into older adulthood should not however be a problem for those who start when they are younger. If you are less agile you could always try something a bit softer such as Tai Chi or Yoga.

Based largely around high-kicking manoeuvres like turning/jumping kicks, head kicks and rapid kicking strategies, Taekwondo was developed from the techniques of different martial arts, by a number of Seoul martial arts experts in new schools called "Kwans" during the nineteen forties and fifties. These "Kwans" were given the names Mooduk Kwan, Chungdo Kwan, Jido Kwan, Songmu Kwan and Changmu Kwan.

Ever since the Sydney Olympic Games in the year 2000, Taekwondo has been an Olympic sport. This has made it even more popular worldwide with some 60 million people routinely taking part in classes. And it's by signing up to a Taekwondo class or club that you are able to commence your journey of learning this fascinating martial art.

For the men, women and children of Castlereagh who would like to learn a martial art, a major priority is the element of self-defence. Because this is a central principle of Taekwondo, it is easy to appreciate the appeal of this unique sport. With the extra bonus of developing self-restraint and having a degree of respect for those around you, getting involved in a local Castlereagh Taekwondo class seems to be an easy decision.

Your newly learned Taekwondo skills will most likely never have to be put to the test outside the monitored atmosphere of an organized Taekwondo class, however being aware that you've got them will instill you with self-confidence.

What to Expect From Your First Class

If you have never done Taekwondo previously, you might be a bit anxious as to what can be expected on your very first class. This will be different from school to school but will normally involve some or all of the following. A fifteen to twenty minute warm up to loosen up muscles and increase your heart rate, a bit of technical training involving learning some hand attacks, stances, blocking techniques and kicks, learning a few forms (or Poomse), an introduction to sparring which will include attack timing, timing and movement, and finally a warm down to relax and stretch weary muscles.

British Taekwondo is the official governing body of the sport within Great Britain, and membership of this organization is compulsory should you wish to join any Taekwondo class in Castlereagh or nearby. You will be able to get plenty of information on health and safety, events, coaches and competition referees, coaching courses, starting a new club, equality and safeguarding, news, first aid, clubs and members, and more, by visiting British Taekwondo's official website.

Castlereagh Taekwondo for Beginners

With any activity or sport we've got to start somewhere, and Taekwondo is no different. Even the the best of the Castlereagh Taekwondo exponents were total newbies at one time. So, what should you expect as a total novice at Taekwondo? A beginners class should give its pupils sufficient coaching to give them the basic principles and allow them to develop self-confidence as they move forward. The perfect beginners class ought to be enjoyable as well as instructional, when students are having fun they're far more invested and will learn quicker.

Safety Equipment

Matches governed by British Taekwondo policies demand that specific pieces of protective gear be used, these include: forearm guards, hand guards, a blue or red trunk protector (hogu), a mouth protector, a blue/red head guard, a groin guard and shin guards. This is necessary owing to the powerful kicking actions being employed.

In Conclusion

We cannot all be like Jade Jones or Lutalo Muhammad, and I guess that we wouldn't all want to be. Taekwondo is not purely about National Championships and Olympic medals. Most of us are happy to improve our levels of fitness, meet different people and make new friends, and that's how it should be. Yet, as with many matters in life, what you get from it will hinge on what you put into it. Enjoy!