Taekwondo is a “striking” martial art that originates from Korea. In Korean, Tae means “to strike or break with foot.” Kwon means “to strike or break with fist or hand.” Do means “way,” “method,” or “path.” Thus, taekwondo may be loosely translated as “the way of the hand and the foot.” We believe in balancing the Traditional (builds strength and discipline), Sport (builds reflexes), and Self-Defense (practical and effective) aspects of the art. We believe all three areas are equally important to becoming a well-rounded martial artist.