Ferryhill Leisure Centre
Taekwondo
Ferryhill Leisure Centre
Lambton Road
FERRYHILL
Co. Durham
DL17 8BQ
Telephone: 01388 720415
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See Website www.chungdo.org
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Chungdokwan is one of the largest Taekwondo organisations in Great Britain with over 60 separate clubs, a full time Dojang and 1600 registered students. The President of the U.K. Chungdokwan is Master David Jordinson 7th Dan. The chief instructor is Master Steve Robinson 5th Dan.
Chungdokwan is dedicated to the development and furtherance of Taekwondo as a martial art both nationally and internationally with the ideal that Taekwondo is for everyone regardless of age, gender or race.
Master David has spent over half his life teaching Taekwondo the traditional way as was passed on to him by his instructor. Master David teaches every aspect of Taekwondo but believes that his most important teachings are the spirit of the martial art that are embodied in the tenets of Taekwondo and the teachings of the ancients. These five fundamental tenets of living. should serve as a guide to all serious students of the art, both inside and outside of class:
Tenets of TKD
The philosophy of Taekwondo is based upon constant striving for excellence. The goal is to become an honourable person with perfect character and physical condition. To realise the ultimate benefits of Taekwondo, one must practice it daily and commit to it for a lifetime. Though none of these goals is absolutely attainable, the key is in one's endeavours.
Courtesy - Ye ui 예의
Students must show respect to their instructors, to higher ranking students and to all others. Students must be polite and encourage a sense of justice. Students must constantly look within themselves and not be quick to judge others.
Integrity - Yom 염치
One must be able to define right and wrong and have the conscience, if wrong, to feel remorse. Within the do-jang, one must honestly attempt to do whatever the instructor asks. If you are asked to do 20 press-ups, do not do only 10 because the instructor is not watching you. Outside the do-jang, students must not misrepresent themselves or rationalize their behaviour.
Perseverance - In nae 인내
Nothing of any true good comes easy. Perseverance and patience are required to excel at anything. Perseverance means sticking to it. If you fail the first time, or even the hundredth time, try again, confident that you will succeed as long as your purpose is worthy.
Self Control - Jah Jeh 자제
This tenet is extremely important inside and outside the do-jang, either conducting oneself in free sparring or in one's personal affairs. Good self-control in free sparring enables you to execute stunning techniques without injuring your partners. Good self-control in daily life allows you to work comfortably and confidently with others.
Indomitable Spirit - Baekjool 백절불굴
Never be afraid to be yourself and trust your judgment. Indomitable spirit is what enables you to keep your ideals and your identity in the face of overwhelming pressures. It is the strength to reject the things that "everyone else is doing" if you believe them to be wrong.
The martial arts skills learned in Taekwondo are to be used to prevent conflict and violence. Never should a Taekwondo student initiate physical conflict, and the techniques of Taekwondo should be used only as a last resort in self defence or in the defence of another person.
Essentially, Taekwondo students are expected to be model citizens and work for the betterment of their community.
Any individual or group who wish to follow the teachings and the way of Taekwondo practised by Master David should email the Chungdokwan UK Headquarters, telephone (+44) 01325 316590 or visit the website www.chungdo.org.
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