Taekwondo is a Korean martial art which can trace its origins and evolution back to the first and second centuries. Today, Taekwondo is practiced in about 120 countries worldwide as a martial art, self defence system and competitive sport. Taekwondo also offers self-development, physical fitness, physical and technical skills development, and social development in participation with others.Taekwondo training is an educational and personally broadening experience. Students learn about themselves, their abilities and how to push their physical and mental boundaries. Through classes, seminars and competitions, students meet and form lifelong friendships with people of different origins, ages and backgrounds. Friendships are an important part of the learning experience in today's changing and multi-cultural world. Moreover, the friendships allow them to train together with a mutual effort to learn and relate to one another, through a common medium, Taekwondo.more...See more text