History
Taekwondo, directly translated from Korean, means the art of the hand and foot.
Throughout the world numerous styles of hand and foot fighting have been developed, each of which reflects the needs of the time and the varying historical and cultural background of the country where it originated. In China, it is called Kung Fu, in France Savate, in Japan, Judo, Karate or Aikido, in Brazil, Jiujitsu, in Korea, Taekwondo.
Taekwondo is a version of unarmed combat designed for the purpose of self-defence. Training in Taekwondo, or in any martial art means disciplining not just the body, but the mind and spirit as well. The ‘martial arts’ are rooted in honor, respect, and the commitment to peace. Although many martial artists are highly skilled fighters, these underlying values make them different from street fighters and bullies. True martial artists are compassionate people who use their skills only to protect themselves and those they love.
The Dove Taekwondo school teaches the World Taekwondo Federation style of self-defense. Our school is a member of the Taekwondo Alliance of Alberta, and our teachings are those taught by our sister clubs in the Alliance. Some of our Instructors are trained by Master Thai Le of Spirit Taekwondo (who also oversees testing at Dove).
We do not judge individuals or their motives for practicing Taekwondo. However, when an attitude problem or a conflicting goal becomes apparent, endangering others and compromising the art, it is with regret that we exercise our right to encourage a person to seek fulfillment in another club. It is against our mandate to train people who have the wrong idea about martial arts. Attitude, manner and general demeanor are important to our club and we seriously consider these characteristics when we invite new members to join. Dove Taekwondo is inclined to be generous when making membership decisions, but we will not consciously dilute the physical or ethical standards of the club in order to accommodate persons who would endanger the members or the spirit of the club. The instructors not only expect, but demand the students' full attention and one hundred percent effort. We want to teach you, if you want to learn. Students that are not cooperating in class will be given a warning and after that they will be asked to sit on the sidelines.
Throughout the world numerous styles of hand and foot fighting have been developed, each of which reflects the needs of the time and the varying historical and cultural background of the country where it originated. In China, it is called Kung Fu, in France Savate, in Japan, Judo, Karate or Aikido, in Brazil, Jiujitsu, in Korea, Taekwondo.
Taekwondo is a version of unarmed combat designed for the purpose of self-defence. Training in Taekwondo, or in any martial art means disciplining not just the body, but the mind and spirit as well. The ‘martial arts’ are rooted in honor, respect, and the commitment to peace. Although many martial artists are highly skilled fighters, these underlying values make them different from street fighters and bullies. True martial artists are compassionate people who use their skills only to protect themselves and those they love.
The Dove Taekwondo school teaches the World Taekwondo Federation style of self-defense. Our school is a member of the Taekwondo Alliance of Alberta, and our teachings are those taught by our sister clubs in the Alliance. Some of our Instructors are trained by Master Thai Le of Spirit Taekwondo (who also oversees testing at Dove).
We do not judge individuals or their motives for practicing Taekwondo. However, when an attitude problem or a conflicting goal becomes apparent, endangering others and compromising the art, it is with regret that we exercise our right to encourage a person to seek fulfillment in another club. It is against our mandate to train people who have the wrong idea about martial arts. Attitude, manner and general demeanor are important to our club and we seriously consider these characteristics when we invite new members to join. Dove Taekwondo is inclined to be generous when making membership decisions, but we will not consciously dilute the physical or ethical standards of the club in order to accommodate persons who would endanger the members or the spirit of the club. The instructors not only expect, but demand the students' full attention and one hundred percent effort. We want to teach you, if you want to learn. Students that are not cooperating in class will be given a warning and after that they will be asked to sit on the sidelines.
