

Function Over Form: A Principle Based Approach to Taekwon-do For Personal Defence
Learning traditional martial arts is conventionally a technique heavy process. The advancement in rank and experience often owes more to...


Getting back to basics!
The best techniques are the simple ones executed right. Bruce Lee I find inspiration in and amongst many of the writings and...


The only REAL blocks are cognitive! Part 1
Part 1 Introduction and Rationale Taekwon-do is a rich and varied martial art. As we know it's predominantly striking based and so it's...


A Purpose in the Pattern
When introducing Taekwon-do to the world, Grandmaster General Choi Hong Hi detailed that the art comprised five key areas of practice...


A beginner's mind
The mentality with which we approach any situation is the most fundamental of all principles. Deep consideration must be given to the...