Презентация на тему Karate. Taekwondo

meaning “open hand” . This martial art developed in

the Ryukyu Islands in what is now Okinawa, Japan.

thousands of years. Because weapons were banned in Okinawa,

they developed karate as a way to defend themselves without using weapons.

knee strikes, elbow strikes and open hand techniques such

as knife-hands, spear-hands, and palm-heel strikes.

pair of loose-fitting pants and a jacket tied tightly

with a belt.

of skill called “dan”. There are white, blue, yellow,

green, brown and black belts.

martial arts are taught or practised.

strengthen yourself physically, mentally and spiritually.

latest film about karate is “The Karate Kid” with

Jackie Chan.

with foot"; kwon means "to strike or break with

fist"; and do means "way", "method", or "path". Thus, taekwondo may be loosely translated as "the way of the hand and the foot."

2000 years. This martial art discipline is believed to

have been founded in Korea by Hwarang warriors who defended from the invading armies of Japan.

people of both genders and of many ages. Physically,

taekwondo develops strength, speed, balance, flexibility, and stamina. There is a special protective gear at sparring match.

techniques, which distinguishes it from martial arts such as

karate or southern styles of kung fu. The rationale is that the leg is the longest and strongest weapon a martial artist has, and kicks thus have the greatest potential to execute powerful strikes without successful retaliation.

traditionally performed in bare feet, though there are specialist

training shoes that can sometimes be worn.

often white but sometimes black (or other colors), with

a belt tied around the waist. The colour of belt indicates their level of skill.