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Archives: Martial Arts Types

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Taekwondo

Taekwondo is a Martial Art based around self-defence, and its literal translation is “the way of kicking and punching” or “the way of the foot and fist”. Its origins are in South Korea, where it was known as one of the world’s oldest forms of Martial Arts

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Karate

Karate is a Martial Art form that is thought to date back thousands of years. Originating on the island of Okinawa where ancient Chinese Kung Fu heavily influenced its style. Gichin Funakoshi first introduced a Martial Art form known as ‘Te’ meaning ‘hand’ to Japan in 1922. After modifications and a name change Karate as we know it was born.

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