Why Choose Ek-Lips TKD

Welcome to Norhtampton!!We endeavour to develop students and create the best of the best within this art of self defence. We liaise and support parents to balance students in and outside of Taekwon-Do as a positive extension in their lives our instructors are very passionate and dedicated teachers and practitioners and the Ek-Lips training programs are structured to produce quality students. We’ve created a respectable family and comfortable training ground for students to build confidence and learn at their own pace.About Taeknon-DoTaekwon-Do is a Korean martial art founded by Grand Master General Choi Hong Hi (1918-2002). It is a modern form of self defence which was developed from other martial arts and scientific principles allowing techniques to have maximum power and effectiveness. Taekwon-Do is now taught in many countries across the world and is famous for its dynamic kicking techniques which often leads to the misconception of it being a kicking martial art. However, Taekwon-Do is also made up of blocks, punches and strikes with the hands. Taekwon-Do has a wide range of techniques to cater for many different situations including defending against single and multiple opponents, on foot and seated as well as against weapons such as knives and sticks.

Taekwon-Do is made up of five main elements: patterns, sparring, special technique, power and self defence.

Patterns

Patterns are a series of fundamental movements performed against one or more imaginary opponents.

Taekwon-Do has 24 patterns, each to represent an hour in the day. Patterns are the building blocks of the martial art that teach stances, and attacking and blocking techniques. They teach you to develop technique, build strength and improve concentration.

Sparring

Sparring is the application of Taekwon-Do techniques in a supervised and controlled environment. It is conducted between two students of varying grades using protective equipment to minimise injury.

Adult sparring is semi-contact with the aim of scoring points rather than causing damage. Sparring is a good way to develop speed, stamina and reflexes.

Special Techniques

Special Techniques is the use of certain jumping kicks to kick a board suspended high above the ground. These techniques build up strength and flexibility.

Power

Power involves the destruction of anything from reusable plastic boards, wooden boards or roof tiles. It demonstrates the power of Taekwon-Do techniques without involving an opponent.

Self Defence

Self defence is the application of Taekwon-Do techniques in real-world situations. It focuses on teaching the student releases and holds in order for them to counter-attack and move away from the situation safely. Taekwon-Do also teaches students to avoid confrontation where possible.