Tae kwon do 

Tae - To strike with the foot
Kwon - To destroy with the fist
Do - The art / way of...

The Korean art of kicking and punching - which would kick your arse.

Tae kwon do by Tom August 2, 2003

tae kwon do 

An umbrella term for Korean martial arts styles united in the 1950s. Some schools trace a heritage through one of the more narrowly defined "kwans" that existed before the unification. Drawing from a mixture of influences, it is best known for its explosive kicks and strikes. Most similar to karate, but tends to be less linear and more motive. A good school will do sparring (rule based, but hardens the body), breaking (accuracy), and self-defense exercises.

Unfortunately, in recent times, Tae Kwon Do's loose definition and the willingness of many to use it as mere training for Olympic-style Sparring has resulted in many poorly run schools.

As with any martial art, there are advantages and disadvantages; no single style is complete. And remember it the skill lies in the school and the artist, not the style.

No, I can't go to the prom after-party; I have a four-hour long check-up in Tae Kwon Do tomorrow.

tae kwon do by Calabrino L December 3, 2007

tae kwon do 

A great martial art for all ages, has alot of ideas from several other types of martial arts. It's also an official Olympic sport. It's main focus is on kicks, and there aren't many different types of punches or punch combos that you learn. And whoever said that it's the weakest martial art ever, I would like to meet you so I can prove you wrong.

People who have no idea what they are talking about should shut up.

tae kwon do by 434 September 13, 2005

Tae kwon do 

Tae- to kick or destroy with the foot
Kwon- to punch with the fist
Do- art or way of the

In 1945 when Korea was liberated many seperate marital arts schools formed. General Choi Hong Hi (considered the father of Tae Kwon Do) started his own teaching a combination of Taekyon and Karate (Thus explaining TKD's similiarity to Karate). Many other schools taught this style but called it various names until 1955 when Choi Hong Hi submitted the name Tae Kwon Do. Tae Kwon Do encompasses many different styles of martial arts and is the most popular Korean martial art and even their national sport.

BTW, I'm a 3rd degree black belt and a Tae Kwon Do instructor, so while my knowledge of the history may be a little off, I know enough to say that anyone who says Tae Kwon Do is worthless is obviously a retarded douche bag. Also, I'm 17 and make $6.50 and hour, so I'm clearly not teaching TKD to "leech all your money away"

Tae Kwon Do pwns j00

Tae kwon do by TKD December 28, 2005

Tae kwon do 

The art of kicking major arse with you hands and feet a.k.a TKD

Check my awesome TKD moves!

w00t I have 1337 f4k3 TKD skills!

Tae kwon do by Jowe June 27, 2005

Tae kwon do 

tak kwon do:: the quickest way to get your sorry wossie ass beaten to a fine pulp by a small 7 year old child

tkdstudent:: im gunna go all all Tae kwon do on your ass

7yearoldchild:: holy crap you seid a bad word your ass is mine
dickweed!? *beats kid in to a fine pulp*

Tae kwon do by bob b bobby September 2, 2006

Tae Kwon Do 

A style of martial arts that is complete and utter nonsense.
In Tae Kwon Do, its all about the touranments, the money, scoring a point...ect.. Tae Kwon Do is for the person that wants to say, "I'm a black belt". But in Taw Kwon Do, that is completely worthless. I've seen adds that say "Become a black belt in 3 months!!! Geranteed". In Tae Kwon Do, yes, but not in the real martial arts. TKD is simply a money making business. TKD is a joke. Period.

TKD Man: OHYA!!! Well, I'm a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. I can beat you up.

Karate Man: Ppppffftt... Idiot. ***Walks Away***

Tae Kwon Do by John Raven.exe May 17, 2006