
Improvement is a Process
Our CTF philosophy includes the statement that “constant and neverending improvement is the ultimate purpose of Choong Sil Kwan.” After a challenging martial arts training
Courtesy
Integrity
Perseverance
Self-Control
Indomitable Spirit
I shall observe the tenets of Taekwondo.
I shall respect my instructors and seniors.
I shall never misuse Taekwondo.
I will be a champion for freedom and justice.
I will help build a more peaceful world.
Chon-Ji – White, L19
Dan-Gun – Yellow, L21
Do-San – Yellow-Black, R24
Won-Hyo – Green, R28
Yul-Gok – Green-Black, L38
Joong-Gun – Blue, L32
Toi-Gye – Blue-Black, R37
Hwa-Rang – Red, R29
Choong-Moo – Red-Black, L30
Kwang-Gae – Black Recommended, L39
Song Song (Imagination) – R30
Yom Gom (Inspiration) – L40
Hyun Sil (Actualization) – L50
Sil Hyun (Realization) – R60
The purpose of Choong Sil Kwan Taekwondo is to develop an individual’s mental and physical well being through a highly stylized and deliberate method of rigorous martial arts training. The result of this training is the empowering sense of self-worth, and the ability to control one’s physical state and personal destiny.
The student is guided into four stages of philosophical development:
In the initial stage of philosophical development, students must use their imagination to set goals beyond their current limitations and, from this, visualize their achievements in advance. This, in turn, strengthens their belief system to the point that specific goals are possible and obtainable.
With goals firmly in mind, the students must learn to inspire themselves into action, as they develop a sense of self-worth. Without this, one may never strive for success as they may feel that they do not deserve the rewards that accompany achievement.
Actualization is taking the first step and entering into the process of the work and reward system. The development of a strong work ethic is the most important element in this philosophy. Even the most average of people can achieve excellence with a positive work habit.
Realization refers to the attainment of one’s goals. Upon reaching these achievements, new privileges are merited as new goals are recognized. This process perpetuates itself as the previous results offer new challenges and new responsibilities. This positive growth cycle not only improves oneself, but also the immediate world around you. This concept of “constant and never-ending improvement” is the ultimate purpose of Choong Sil Kwan.
WHITE – Purity
YELLOW – Energy from the sun
GREEN – Growth of power
BLUE – Sky and the continued upward attainment
RED – Danger, the technician has power but has not yet learned control
BLACK – A bringing together of all the materials that have been learned thus far
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Our CTF philosophy includes the statement that “constant and neverending improvement is the ultimate purpose of Choong Sil Kwan.” After a challenging martial arts training
Taekwondo Student Oath At Stevens Family Taekwondo, we dedicated to developing strong, accomplished martial artists. We are also invested in creating kind and capable human
WALK READY Hello everyone. Hope all is well in your world and on your journey, whatever that may be. I thought I would take a
What are the benefits of competing? Many students are nervous to try a tournament. We encourage anyone who is interested to compete at least once.
It’s not often that we have a testing for black belts only. We were happy to begin 2022 with a special event for some of
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