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What is Mouhébong Taekwondo?
Mouhébong Taekwondo is like the seven colors of the rainbow. It represents:
- An ideal of purity,
- Harmony with nature,
- Beauty (aesthetics)
- Creativity,
- Defense techniques,
- Therapeutic techniques,
- Improvement of the human being.
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What are the origins of this art?
The modern origins go back to 1979, the date when the use of Taekwondo for the practice of Mouhébong was decided.
The ancient origins of Mouhébong Taekwondo are related to martial arts from the time of the Lee dynasty (1790) which were published in a book dealing with the practice of martial arts both with and without arms. At that time, traditional coaching was based on strengthening the body and mind, and a champion named Lee Tok Mou created the Leejeulbong (Korean nunchaku).
This early origin suggests that this art is a part of Korean cultural heritage.
How is its knowledge passed on?
In fact, its knowledge is passede from master to pupil, maintaining the original spirit of the martial art. The work of each is oriented towards research.
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| A Demonstration of Mouhébong Taekwondo |
Are there special techniques?
The technical specifications of Mouhébong were developed by researchers, who made sure its sequences were simple, so as to make its practice rewarding.
What is the philosophy of this art?
It is based on respect for man, woman, grandfather, grandmother and child. The goal is to lead a healthy life.
What are the foundations of Mouhébong Taekwondo?
Mouhébong Taekwondo is based on creativity, technical defense and care of the body. This creative element gives young people a breath of fresh air, encouraging them to develop the art in order to rise to an ideal of purity.
The training aims to improve and sustain health, flexibility of the body as well as the accuracy of the techniques.
The increase in concentration that results is useful for every moment of one’s life.
Research by Master Shin Young-Hok, 9th Dan in Taekwondo, founder of Mouhébong.
Article by Master Byeon Kyeong-Suk, 7th Dan in WTF Taekwondo, who has been a practitioner of Mouhébong Taekwondo since 1985, in collaboration with Master Guy Friess, 7th Dan in WTF Taekwondo.
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