by midwesttkd | September 24, 2021 | Blog | 0 Comments

On the first day of pretty much any coach education programme for any sport a question will be asked about the ‘role of the coach’. It’s pretty important! You should probably know what you’re getting yourself into before you unleash your unbridled enthusiasm on the next generation of Taekwon-Do...

by richieforde | August 19, 2021 | Blog | 0 Comments

Advanced Side Kick Tips ⬇️⬇️ ✅ Hand Placement - Top Side Kickers carry their front hand above the kick to 1️⃣ Get to hands afterwards 2️⃣ Have an extra line of defence if a counter comes. Think of your front hand as the puppet string to your front leg when it lifts - they must work together! ✅...

by richieforde | August 10, 2021 | Blog | 0 Comments

Not all shots are for scoring points ‼️ Here are some other reasons ⬇️⬇️✅ Sometimes a technique is blocked or doesn't score but it may stop an oncoming opponent gaining momentum and driving you back! ✅ Certain techniques thrown well like in this picture may not land but can make your opponent...

by richieforde | August 4, 2021 | Blog | 0 Comments

Want to get on top with your Side Kick ✅ Here are 3 tips ⬇️⬇️ ⭐ Don't lean when carrying to contact, you'll see in this picture the Red 🔴 Competitor has taller posture which helps being on top 💪 ⭐ Be first! Whoever is quickest on the draw is more likely to get their leg on top in a front leg...

by richieforde | July 14, 2021 | Blog | 0 Comments

To take to the battlefield with confidence you must possess the belief you can succeed. This belief must be truly authentic and cannot be fabricated. However, any belief which holds truth to the person holding it, whether true or false, is extremely powerful!...