benefits of taekwondo

The benefits of Taekwondo are massive, especially for children. Through Taekwondo, children learn valuable life skills. The boost in confidence, increased fitness level and new cooperation skills help children navigate the academic and social aspects of school and have an all-around good influence on them as they mature to adults.

​Unlike some sports where speed, size, ability and strength matter, Taekwondo is an excellent activity that parent and child can train together in the same class regardless of age and size. Children are often inspired by their parents and find more enjoyment doing the same activity as their parents. Both parent and child can practice at home, learn and develop skills together and deepens bond between them.

Learn to set and achieve Goals

Taekwondo teaches children to set goals and achieve them through the belt system. With proper goal setting, children can decide what they want to achieve in life and work towards them.

Instill sense of Respect

With great emphasis on respect and courtesy, Taekwondo instill sense of respect in children. Children learn to respect the art, instructors, senior students and fellow students. In time, they learn to respect themselves.

Promote Perseverance

One of the tenets of Taekwondo, children learn that when learning a new technique, it may be difficult at first but they must persevere through the time and practise to master it ​and this promotes mental toughness over time.

Improve Reaction Time

Taekwondo training helps to improve reaction time. Coupled with self defence training, students learn to react quickly to potential dangers.

Learn Leadership Skills

By teaching others, a Black Belt is also analysing his own abilities and improving, as well as developing leadership skills. This is part of the circle of Taekwondo. This keeps the art of Taekwondo alive for many generations and is the principle on which Taekwondo has sustained itself for thousands of years.

Improve Flexibility

Taekwondo improves flexibility with ongoing stretching exercises that are part of the training

Improve Concentration

Learning Taekwondo moves requires concentration and focus. Taekwondo teaches breathing and meditation techniques to assist in learning focus. The improved in focus helps concentration in other areas of learning as well.

Improve Fitness

Taekwondo helps students to get healthy and stay healthy. Encouraging children to be active from a young age sets good habits early on and helps them develop the skills they need to stay active throughout their lives.

Boost Self-Confidence

As children dedicate themselves to a goad in learning a new technique or earning a belt, with each achievement comes pride and a great boost to self- confidence. Children develop into calm, self-assuring young people with high self-esteem, and are less likely to get involved in destructive behaviours or be bullied.

Improve Coordination

Good coordination is important in improving performance and reaction time, as well as build confidence. Through repetition and practice, students learn how to move their bodies, refine techniques and improve coordination.

Learn Self-Defence

Learning self defence in Taekwondo helps students to be more aware of potential dangers, improve reaction time, improve confidence and self control to avoid confrontation.

Make New Friends

Taekwondo training is a group activity and a great place to meet new people and make new friends. For young children, it is an excellent opportunity for them to improve on important social skills.