TKDmel
Blue Belt
I often read posts both here at MT and others that indicate to me a trend, or rift if you will, in the perception of traditional TKD vs. sport TKD.
I was taught and believe in the traditional ways and try each day to live by the tenets of TKD. To lead by example, showing the highest traditions of this martial art. To show honor and respect to those who have come before me and to those who will follow. One of the fundamentals of most martial arts is the yin and yang. Balance and harmony in everything we do. As passionate as I am for the traditional art, I am equally passionate about the sport. The adrenaline rush, the challenging of myself, my courage, and my indominable spirit. Had I not been taught the traditional
ways, I probably would not have had the accomplishments I've had in the sport.
The two "ways" are both part of the same tapestry of Tae Kwon Do. They should not be thought of as exclusive of each other, but inclusive of all the best TKD has to offer. What do you think?
I was taught and believe in the traditional ways and try each day to live by the tenets of TKD. To lead by example, showing the highest traditions of this martial art. To show honor and respect to those who have come before me and to those who will follow. One of the fundamentals of most martial arts is the yin and yang. Balance and harmony in everything we do. As passionate as I am for the traditional art, I am equally passionate about the sport. The adrenaline rush, the challenging of myself, my courage, and my indominable spirit. Had I not been taught the traditional
ways, I probably would not have had the accomplishments I've had in the sport.
The two "ways" are both part of the same tapestry of Tae Kwon Do. They should not be thought of as exclusive of each other, but inclusive of all the best TKD has to offer. What do you think?