TaeKwonDo Park To Be Built In Korea

On September 4th 2009 the ground breaking ceremony was held to start the 185 million dollar construction of the TaeKwonDo Park in Muju Korea. The park is aimed to be completed and fully operational in 2013.

The TaeKwonDo Park however will be much more than a regular park dedicated to TaeKwonDo, it will be the home of the World TaeKwonDo Academy. The WTF regulation states that, "the World Taekwondo Academy in Korea to function as an international academic center of the WTF for studies, education and research of taekwondo."

For more information check out the TaeKwonDo Park's website.






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Taekwondo Will Be a 2012 & 2016 Olympic Sport

It is safe to say the Taekwondo community has been feeling the heat as to whether Taekwondo will continue to be an Olympic Sport. Since Taekwondo is not really considered a "mainstream" sport (by people outside the TKD community), and recent incidents of unsportsman like conduct in the 2008 Olympic Games, it seemed like Taekwondo may be on its way out of the Olympics.

WTF President Chungwon Choue announced today that Taekwondo is safe for the next 7 years. The International Olympic Commitee stated that the 26 "core" Olympic Sports (which includes Taekwondo), will be in the 2012 Olympic Games, and 2016 Olympic Games, with the possible inclusion of Golf and Rugby. This list will be finalized and approved this October, however President Choue assures us that Taekwondo "is officially on the Olympic Programme for both London 2012 AND the 2016 Games."

President Choue's Announcement

IOC Announcement

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World Poomsae Championships Outlined by WTF

WTF President Chungwon Choue released today the outline of this years World Poomsae Championships. This years event will be held in Cairo, Egypt from October 31st through December 2nd.

The outline posted includes information about the event including the schedule, rules, application, and more.

To view President Choue's letter, and tournament packet, click here.

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Olympic Values Through Taekwondo

World Taekwondo Federation President, Chungwon Choue recently gave a lecture at the first ever World Taekwondo Youth camp in Korea. Choue's lecture was focused on Olympic values of respectful competition and fairplay. Both of these values essential for the continuation of Taekwondo as an Olympic sport.

Choue stated that, "No matter whether you win or lose, you should be able to embrace your opponent." This is one of the things that sets Taekwondo appart. After winning or losing any match, by point gap, sudden death, knockout, or any other way, you get to shake your opponents hand, and respect them (for the most part).

For a more detailed look at Choue's lecture visit the WTF Website.

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WTF World Rankings (Aug 1, 2009)

The World Taekwondo Federation announced today the WTF World Rankings as of August 1st, 2009). The US has a total of 45 athletes listed in WTF World Rankings, with 5 placing in the top ten in their respective weight classes. USA athletes that were listed in the latest WTF World Rankings include:

Men's Under 54kg

• Johnny Nguyen (11th)
• Luis Reyes (22nd)

Women's Under 46kg

• Anees Hasnain (29th)
• Caitlin Vandrisse (29th)

Men's Under 58 kg

• Gus Villa (10th)
• James Howe (28th)
• Jeffery Grahovec JR (40th)

Women's Under 49kg

• Charlotte Craig (5th)

Men's Under 63kg

• Joel Han (23rd)
• Stepfon Westbrook (23rd)
• Jermaine James (38th)
• Andrew Oh (38th)

Women Under 53kg

• Brassie Anderson (14th)
• Mara Perscheid (30th)
• Aziza Chambers (31st)
• Breanna Bordon (40th)
• Nedra Medina (40th)

Men's Under 68kg

• Terrence Jennings (9th)
• Steven Lin (16th)
• Brian Gallagher (44th)

Women's Under 57kg

• Diana Lopez (4th)
• Kasey Mallard (20th)

Men's Under 74kg

• Mark Lopez (1st)
• Trevor Neville (10th)
• Nir Moriah (38th)

Men's Under 80kg

• Steven Lopez (6th)
• Jason Neville (11th)
• Rauleign Lamont III (49th)

Women's Under 67kg

• Carly Rem (33rd)
• Bonny Su (36th)
• Amanda Romeu (53rd)
• Laura Spero(53rd)

Men's Under 87kg

• Joshua Larue (32nd)

Women's Under 73kg

• Dalia Aviva (20th)
• Brandi Powers (21st)
• Jessica Pryor (29th)
• Courtney Stark (29th)
• Laurissa Taniellu (29th)

Men's Over 87kg

• Christian Suh (30th)
• Chance Cole (40th)
• Bub Fish (40th)
• T.J. Leising (40th)

Women's Over 73kg

• Lauren Cahoon (11th)
• Maia Eubanks (12th)
• Amanda Nissen (36th)

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