PHYSICAL EDUCATION 12

LEARNING MODULE IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION 4

MODULE6
UNARMED SELF
DEFENSE
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of this module, you will be able to: Taekwondo
1. discuss the nature of different recreational activities (PEH12FH-IIa-20)

P R EDirections:
–ASSE SSMENT
Read and analyze the following questions carefully.

1. In your own opinion, what is Taekwondo?

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2. What makes Takewondo different to any other types of self-defense?
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Lesson 5
UNARMED SELF-DEFENSE: TAEKWONDO
Taekwondo is one of the most systematic and scientific Korean traditional martial arts, and teaches
more than physical fighting skills. It is a discipline that shows ways of enhancing one’s spirit and life
through training the body and mind. Today, it has become a global sport that has gained an international
reputation, and stands among the official sports included in the Olympic Games.

CONCEPT NOTES

 Let’s take a closer look at the meaning of the word “Tae” “Kwon” “Do“.
 It is composed of three parts in English spelling, though it is one word in Korean. “Tae” means “foot,”
“leg,” or “to step on”; “Kwon” means “fist,” or “fight”; and “Do” means the “way” or “discipline”.
If we put these three parts together, we can see two important concepts behind “Tae Kwon Do”.
 First, Taekwondo is the ‘way’ of using Tae and Kwon ‘fists and feet,’ or all the parts of the body that
are represented by fists and feet. Second, it is a way to control or calm down fights and keep the peace.
This concept comes from the meaning of Tae Kwon ‘to put fists under control’ (or ‘to step on fists’).
Thus Taekwondo means “the right way of using all parts of the body to stop fights and help to build a
better and more peaceful world.

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 ORIGIN OF TAEKWONDO
The origin of Taekwondo in Korea can be traced back to the Koguryo dynasty, founded 37B.C. since
mural paintings foung in the ruins of the royal tombs built by that dynasty show scenes of Taekwondo
practice. Taekwondo was also practiced during the Silla dynasty. Korean culture and martial arts of the
period were strongly influenced and enriched by the Hwarangdo, a military, educational and social
organization and noble youths of the Silla dynasty. The code of honor on which the Hwarang was based
was loyalty to the nation, respect and obedience to one's 'parents, faithfulness to one's friends, courage in
battle and avoidance of unnecessary violence and killing.

In the history of Koryo, Taekwondo which was then termed "Subak" was practiced not only as a skill to
improve health and as a sport activity but it was also encouraged as a martial art of considerably high
value. Subak is believed to have gained its highest popularity during the reign of King Uijong, between
1,147 and 1,170 A.D. This period roughly corresponds to the era that includes part of the Chinese Song
and Ming dynasties, during which the Chinese "Kungfu" became widely popular. What is very important
about Subak in the Yi dynasty is that there was a book published to teach the game as a martial art and that
it became more popular among the general public.

What makes Taekwondo different?

1 Taekwondo is a traditional Korean Martial Arts developed over 5,000 years. Taekwondo is similar in
ways to other martial arts from across Asia, and shares some features with them. But in the course of
evolution it has gained many different styles to set it apart from the martial arts surrounding countries such
as Japan and China.

2 Taekwondo is systematic, educational and has a scientific approach. It is taught through curriculum.
Because of the structure taekwondo has to offer it is now taught as a major in over 20 universities and
colleges worldwide.

3 Taekwondo can be characterized by unity: the unity of body, mind, and life, and the unity of the pose
[“poomsae”] and confrontation, and cracking down. When you study and practice Taekwondo, you should
make your mind peaceful and synchronize your mind with your movements, and extend this harmony to
your life and society. This is how in Taekwondo the principle of physical movements, the principle of
mind training, and the principle of life become one and the same. On the other hand, the right poomsae
lead to the right confrontation, which will eventually produce great destructive power.

4 Taekwondo is one of three martial arts Olympic sports. It was firstly a demonstration event in the 1988
Seoul Olympic Games, and became an official medal event in the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. In 2010
it was also accepted into the Commonwealth Games. Taekwondo successfully put its name on the map of
international sports, particularly of those on the Olympic Program, and has become one of the most widely
practiced sports in the world with 70 million practitioners from 200 member countries.

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 Taekwondo Chart
1. Taekwondo Demonstration –
https://youtu.be/vRKZLQS4IDk

2. Taekwondo Tutorial –
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzmSAOFKgxQ

EXERCISE 5.1

Directions: Read each statement carefully. Write T if the statement is correct and F if it is not.
____1. Taekwondo is a traditional Korean Martial Arts developed over 5,000 years.
____2. It is composed of three parts in English spelling, though it is one word in Korean. “Tae” means
“foot,” “leg,” or “to step on”; “Kwon” means “fist,” or “fight”; and “Do” means the “way” or “discipline”.

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 ____3. Taekwondo is the ‘way’ of using Tae and Kwon head and feet.
____4. Taekwondo which was then termed "Subak" was practiced not only as a skill to improve health and
as a sport activity but it was also encouraged as a martial art of considerably high value.
____5. Taekwondo is systematic, educational and has a scientific approach.

Name of Student: ___________________________________________ Date: ____________

P O SGrade
T – and
A SSection:
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MENT Time: ____________

ESSAY
1. Does Taekwondo use only feet?
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2. What does the colored belth mean?
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REFERENCES
BOOKS
Gialogo, R. & Gialogo, R. (2016). Fit for Life: The K to 12 Physical Education and Health Textbook. The
Phoenix Publishing House Inc. Quezon City.
SITES
http://taekwondoworld.com.au/martial-arts/about-taekwondo/
VIDEO LINKS
1. Taekwondo Demonstration –
https://youtu.be/vRKZLQS4IDk

2. Taekwondo Tutorial –
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzmSAOFKgxQ

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