Taekwondo literally means “art of kicking
and punching” . It stresses the use of the feet as a weapon.
Taekwondo kicking techniques are divided into direct and circular
attacks. This style is famous for its flying kicks, a spectacular
assortment of techniques which when executed by an expert, are devastating.
Unlike other styles, Taekwondo advocates a broader array of kicks
with an emphasis on spinning kicks. Many Taekwondo kicks are aimed
at head level, which is relatively rare in other Martial Arts. We
take it to the next level with the integration of techniques and principles
from other Arts including close-quarters fighting, joint manipulation,
throwing / sweeps and grappling. Through this our students have a
broader range of tactics that can be used in a wider range of self
defense situations.
Our Olympic Sparring program is extensive. Olympic Sparring is a full-contact
sport at the "upper rank" levels and a medium-contact sport
at the "lower rank" levels. It stresses all kicking techniques
with the hands / arms being used primarily for blocking and parrying
techniques. Olympic Sparring is a fast-paced continuous type of fighting
that involves many kicking techniques performed in succession at a
continuous rate. It is an official sport in the International Olympic
games. Our Competition Team competes in tournaments specifically geared towards
Olympic Sparring and related events at both a local and national level
through some of the larger sponsoring organizations such as USAT (USA
Taekwondo) and AAU (Amateur Athletic Union).
The Taekwondo Program is "two-fold" - applying an Art that
is primarily kicking-oriented into a viable Self-Defense program AND
the "sport side" of Taekwondo - Olympic Sparring and competition.
We practice all of the forms sanctioned by The World Taekwondo Federation. We teach both the Taegeuk and Palgwe
forms. Besides teaching the movements of the forms, we also elaborate
on the individual movements of the forms and their combat applications.
We
believe competition is very healthy for individuals, especially kids
since this promotes setting goals and positive competition and social
interaction, and that is a major reason for our support of the "sport
side" of Taekwondo.... but our Self Defense program is an integral
part of our curriculum.
Through our Self Defense program , we are
able to promote Taekwondo as a True Martial Art and effective method
of Self Defense. Each side of our program (Self Defense and Sport)
complements the other - the Self Defense program applies kicking theories
to confrontational situations thus giving the student additional tools
for Sparring - and the Olympic Sparring (Sport) program allows the
student to place themselves in spontaneous, "quick thought"
situations where they must defend themselves BUT in a safe training
atmosphere.
Self Defense is taught from Beginner to Black Belt ranks.
Many different defensive techniques are taught against a variety of
situations including punches, kicks, bear hugs, wrist and hair grabs
just to name a few. The program is genuine and covers "real-life"
situations. Using the powerful and devasting kicking techniques of
Taekwondo as the base of this curriculum, we integrate techniques
and principles from other Martial Arts including Hapkido and Kenpo Karate to cover confrontational situations from many different scenarios.
While training in a safe environment, the student will learn how to
properly apply techniques to certain situations that may arise.
Breaking
is an integral part of Taekwondo. Taekwondo is known for it's dynamic
and powerful breaking techniques.....
People
ask "why would you do something like this?"....
The entire concept of breaking wood and concrete (only Black Belts are
permitted to break concrete) builds confidence, strength, focus and
technique. It teaches the proper application of hand, foot, and head
techniques to reduce the chance of injury to yourself when applying
such techniques on attacker in a self-defense situation.
There are many types of breaking techniques including held breaks where
the wood is held (reinforced) by board holders, or in some cases a board-holding
machine. There are speed breaks where the object is freestanding (such
as shown above) and there are reinforced breaks with no holders such
as a head break, or palm heel break with concrete.
Power and precision are required to be successful with breaking techniques
HOWEVER focus and concentration play a key role in successful breaking.
Maryland State Martial Arts / Maryland Taekwondo
Pasadena & Severna Park, Md * (410) 437-5487 *
email@mdmartialarts.com
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