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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


What is Taekwondo?

Taekwondo is a Martial Art which originated in South Korea. The name defines its meaning - "Tae", meaning foot; "kwon", meaning fist; and "do", meaning way or discipline. It can therefore be summarily translated to English as the 'Foot-fist-discipline'.

Its popularity has soared over the last few decades with emphasis on the Sporting aspect of the Art. Today, Taekwondo is practised by over 60 million people in over 208 countries worldwide and is recognised as a formal Sport at the Olympic Games.

Why do Taekwondo?

The benefits for the Taekwondoin, whilst several and varied, include development of the following:
  • Self-defense;
  • Good health and well-being;
  • Self-confidence;
  • Personal growth and Leadership skills;
  • Concentration skills;
  • Self-esteem;
  • Stress reduction;
  • Friendships;
  • Flexibility, strength and stamina.

What is the minimum starting age?

Participants are usually allowed to start from the age of five (5) years old.

Am I too old to join?

Taekwondo is for everyone! If you are unsure, you should first have clearance from your medical doctor and then contact the Association. Then have a chat with one of our Instructors and get started!

How do I join and get involved?

Opportunities exist not only for athletes, but Administrators, Officials, parent-helper members, community volunteers, etc and you can contribute one any of multiple committees. Once you choose a Club it's easy! Fill out a registration form and submit it through the Club Head.

If you are still unsure contact us and get involved.

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  • Home
    • About Us > >
      • Governing Bodies
      • Executive Council
      • History
      • NOC
      • Member Clubs
      • Committees
    • Contact Us
  • Members' Zone
    • Bulletins
    • Briefcase
    • Event Registration
    • Studio
    • TAB Kicker
  • Do Taekwondo
    • About Taekwondo >
    • Joining Information > >
      • Member Clubs
      • Instructors
    • FAQs
  • Events & News
    • Event Registration Desk
    • Archive >
      • 2021 Archive
      • 2020 Archive
      • 2019 Archive
      • 2018 Archive
      • 2017 Archive
    • Results >
      • 2020 Results
      • 2019 Results
      • 2018 Results
      • 2017 Results
  • Gallery
    • Photo Albums >
      • 2020 Photos >
        • 2020 PASO-PATU Training Camp
        • 2020 "Get Ya Feet Wet" Competition
      • 2019 Photos >
        • Demo at NOC's BiiG Closing Ceremony
        • 2019 Robust Taekwondo Academy's 1st Grading
        • 2019 NSC Summer Camp
        • 2019 Pan American Games
        • 2019 National Championships
        • 2019 World Taekwondo Championships
        • 2019 WT General Assembly
        • 2019 Poomsae Seminar
        • IDSDP 2019
        • 2019 Pan Am Qualifiers
        • 3rd Annual "Get Ya Feet Wet" 2019
      • 2018 Photos >
        • BiiG Taekwondo Kyorugi Competition
        • BiiG Taekwondo Poomsae Competition
        • PASO-PATU 2018 High Performance Training Camp
        • Grading of 2018 NSC Campers
        • NSC Summer Camp Closing Ceremony Demo
        • 2018 National Championships
        • Taekwondo 2018 Summer Camp
        • Taekwondo Head Quarters
        • Pre-Nationals Tournament
        • Barbados National Dan Grading 2018
        • Technical Training Seminar with Grand Master "Chaco"
        • Visit by Grand Master Sir Jose "Chaco" Cornelio to Barbados
        • 29th WT General Assembly - Hammammet Tunisia
        • 2018 "Get Ya Feet Wet" Tournament
        • Burnett Taekwondo Academy Invitational
        • National Strategic Planning Session #2
        • National Instructors' Training
      • 2017 Photos >
        • 2017 TAB Sponsored Walk
        • 2017 National Referee Certification Course
        • 2017 WT President's Cup (Pan Am)
        • 2017 National Championships
        • 23rd World Taekwondo Championships Muju, Korea
        • 2017 Seminar #3
        • Get Ya Feet Wet 2017
        • 2017 Seminar #2
        • 2017 Seminar #1
      • 2016 Photos >
        • Emergence of Warriors Taekwondo Club
      • 2015 Photos >
        • 2015 All Juniors Tournament
    • Video Gallery >
      • 2014 Videos
      • 2013 Videos
    • Damien Taylor - Sunset 2017