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Tang Soo do was the Korean version meaning "the way of Chinese hand" and was the name used by Won Kuk Lee to describe what he taught at the first official Korean Martial Art school in 1944 called the Chung Do Kwan. The name Tang soo Do was later used by one of the Kwans that did not merge to form the art of Taekwondo.
Modern Taekwondo was developed by combining the instructions taught at various Kwan (schools) with a base tactic of kicking that was borrowed from the native Korean Tae kkyeon (aka: "tae kyon" - the "kicking method"). There were also influences from Chinese and Japanese sources in the early Taekwondo instruction, but Taekwondo has evolved to reflect a primarily unique Korean Martial Art.
Taekwondo was created in Korea. It's Korean martial art. Not Japanese.
There were influences from:
1) Subak (ancient Korean hand strikes and grappling)
2) Tae kkyeon ( Korean Kicking method)
3) Hwarangdo ( Social warrior training of youth of Korean nobility)
4) Tang Soo Do ( Chinese hand fighting mixed with native Korean methods)
5) Yudo (Korean version of Japanese Judo learned during Japanese occupation)
6) Hapkido (Korean version of Aikijutsu similar to Aikido with mixture of kicks)
7) Shotokan Karate (taught to a few Kwan founders by Gichen Funakoshi)
8) Taekwondo ( Korean "way of the hand and foot" named on April 11, 1955)
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What is the world's most popular martial art?
tae kwon doA+
What martial art is related to tae kwon do?
Karate.
What is the name of the Tae Kwon Do arena?
The place of practice and instruction is called a dojong.
What is the best garment in choosing a uniform in Tae Kwon Do?
The traditional uniform from the organization is best.
Can Jillian Michaels fight?
Yes she can. She is a black belt in everything from Tae Kwon Doe to Martial Arts. She is also a good boxer and kick boxer. I think Tae Kwon Doe is a form of Martial Arts basically she can beat the hell out of you XD
What martial art is Korean?
Tang soo do Hapkido Tae Kwon Do
Does tae kwon do originate from BUDDHISTS?
Tae kwon do originates from Korea.
What has the author Kee Hwang written?
Kee. Hwang has written: 'Tang soo do (Soo bahk do)' -- subject(s): Hand-to-hand fighting, Oriental, History, Tae kwon do
Which martial art is close to Tae Kwon Do?
Tang Soo Do was another variety of Korean karate. Many stylists have 'changed' to Taekwondo, including Chuck Norris.
Does tae-kwon-do originate in Korea Japan or neither?
tae-kw-on do was originated in Korea
Did Tae Kwon Do originate from Korea?
Yes, Taekwondo originated in Korea.
Why did Master Chong Soo Lee invent Tae Kwon Do?
He didn't invent Taekwondo.
What is Tang So Do karate?
Tang Soo Do is a Korean martial art similar to Tae Kwon Do. "Tang" is the name of the dynasty ruling China at the time, Soo means hand, and Do means art. So it is the hand art of the Tang dynasty. The Korean government merged all of its various martial arts were consolidated into one national art-- this became known as Tae Kwon Do. To escape consolidation, which was viewed as a degradation of ancient traditions, many Korean martial artists relocated, often to America. Therefore Tang Soo Do is very popular in the U.S. Even more popular is the Americanized version, known simply as American Tang Soo Do, which is similar to traditional Tang Soo Do but also contains many influences from Japanese and Chinese arts as well. The forms taught can be traced directly to the forms created and taught in the Okinawan styles of Karate, having been brought to Korea by people that learned them in Japan. One of the most famous practitioners of Tang Soo Do was Grandmaster Hwang Kee. Chuck Norris learned Tang Soo Do while stationed in Korea with the US Air Force. Chuck Norris Karate Schools actually taught the art before moving to Tae Kwon Do. In traditional Tang Soo Do, the highest colored belt is a "midnight blue" belt. This was changed to a black belt in American Tang Soo Do because it was more easily recognized by the public. If you want to practice Tang Soo Do, the American version, at least, is easy to find in most states. If you're not an American resident or want to do the more traditional Korean version, it might be harder to find. But you can always try the yellow pages.
What does karate teach?
Karate teaches self-defense, discipline, confidence, fitness, patience and respect. There are many styles of karate such as tang soo do, tae kwon do, shotokan, Shorin ryu, goju ryu and others.
What are the major karate styles worldwide?
Okinawa Karate * Shorin Ryu * GoJu Ryu * Shito Ryu * Wado Ryu Korean Karate * Tang Soo Do * Tae Kwon Do * Hapkido Japanese Karate * Shotokan
What does tae kwon do literally mean?
The name Tae Kwon Do, means - tae - "to stomp, trample", kwon -"fist" -, and do - "way, discipline"
Did tae kwon do originate in China?
Taekwondo (also Tae Kwon Do, or Taekwon-Do) can trace parts of its lineage to China. The forms or kata done in tae kwon do came from Japan, which learned them from practitioners in Okinawa. The Okinawa martial artist learned many of the techniques from the Chinese.
