Rhee Tae Kwon-Do

About

Welcome to Rhee Taekwon-do, first for Fun, Fitness and Self Defence.
Rhee Taekwon-do is a traditional martial art taught in a fun, safe, family-friendly environment. We make use of school gyms and stadiums all over South Australia so check us out!

Story

We have Do Jangs in Burnside, Glenelg, Modbury, Norwood, Rostrevor & Torrensville so to get maps, directions and class times, go to our website at www.rheetkd.info/locations


THE STORY OF RHEE TAEKWONDO

Approximately 1300 years ago, during the Silla Dynasty in Korea an ancient form of unarmed combat – known these days as Tae-Kyon evolved. The ancient Art of Tae-Kyon is now widely dispersed throughout the world and known as various forms of Taekwon-do.

The definition of Rhee Taekwon-do involves dynamic techniques of unarmed combat for self-defensive purposes, combining the skilled application of powerful punches, flying kicks, blocks, dodges and interceptions the Rhee Taekwon-do practitioner uses well trained hands, arms and feet to effect the rapid destruction of any attacker.

Master Rhee is the official Founder of Rhee Taekwon-do in Australia; the Master Instructor and Chief Instructor for Australia and New Zealand, President of the Rhee Taekwon-do instructors Federation of Australia and New Zealand.

Many ask what does Rhee Taekwon-do

Tae = foot; Kwon = fist;
Do = art (or ‘the way of’)
Why Should You Become a Member?

Learn Rhee Taekwon-do in a safe way and have fun!
No training contracts or direct debits
Unlimited monthly training for a monthly training fee
Numerous DoJangs at high quality safe venues
Worldwide recognition of Rhee Taekwon-do rank
Train anywhere in Australia and NZ (over 900 Rhee Taekwon-do branches)
Who can Learn Rhee Taekwon-do?

Anyone can learn and enjoy Rhee Taekwon-do. Male or Female, Large or Small, Strong or Weak, Child, Teenager or Adult …. All can be taught the dynamic self defence techniques of Rhee Taekwon-do. Rhee Taekwon-do SaBum (teacher) instruction is suitable for anyone aged 5 to 65 years. You don’t even need any prior knowledge of martial arts.

Fitness

The movements in Rhee Taekwon-do are scientifically designed with a specific purpose in mind. Many movements involve beneficial stretching of the arms, legs and torso and regular practice of the Art will increase your level of aerobic (heart and lung) fitness.

Benefits

One of the greatest advantages of Rhee Taekwon-do as a martial art is that it is not only a superior Art of self-defence, but it will also enhance every aspect of your mental and physical well-being.

Traditional and Non-Competitive

Unlike some martial arts, Rhee Taekwon-do is a traditional and non-competitive art. The emphasis is on building your individual physical and mental confidences through the study of the art. Rhee Taekwon-do is regarded as one of the most comprehensive, dynamic and effective arts of self defence in this day and age. You will not only learn more about your whole self but also feel the real confidence of being able to defend yourself and your family.

Controlled Technique

Rhee Taekwon-do teaches controlled technique. It is regarded as one of the most dynamic and effective Arts of self-defence and so during training, all techniques delivered by all parts of the body are properly executed and well controlled. This means that there is no injury as a result of uncontrolled blows during training, but you will learn how to deliver full-powered blows in defense of yourself and your family.

SaBum – Korean word for ‘Martial Arts Teacher / Instructor’

Rhee Taekwon-do SaBum are highly qualified professionals officially appointed by the organisation, and by World Master Chong Chul Rhee. The SaBum are dedicated, skilled martial artists, specially selected with great consideration and are carefully trained to bring out the best in their students.


They are fully recognised by the Australian and New Zealand Rhee Taekwon-do Instructors Federation, and also the Australian Rhee Taekwon-do Federation. These highly qualified SaBum invest a great deal of time and patience to ensure the members achieve a good standard that they can be proud of.

Rhee Taekwon-do SaBums’ vast experience and great knowledge of the art certainly benefit the members’ progress in training. Besides the excellent technical skills and talents of the SaBum, they also possess high moral and professional standards so that the members can fully understand the true essence of the art and its philosophy.

Rhee Taekwon-do SaBum (teachers) and Yudanja (black belt teachers assistants) demonstrate great care, understanding, consideration and fortitude to gradually guide the students’ development in pursuit of the art. Over the years they have established an outstanding record and today’s excellent standards of the members speak for themselves.

Rhee Taekwon-do Sunraysia Region SaBum have working with children accreditation and police clearances.

Mission

In everything we do, we assist people in reaching their full potential. We believe in thinking differently. We challenge people to improve themselves by gradually but firmly establishing respect, courtesy, integrity, self control and an indomitable spirit into their lives. We just also happen to teach effective self defence.
- Chong Kwan Jang (Regional Master Instructor) Aaron Abell