Tenets of Taekwondo
Courtesy
Courtesy is the embodiment of the Golden Rule. To be courteous is to treat others as you wish to be treated - to be thoughtful and considerate of others. Taekwondo practitioners (both students and instructors) should be polite and show consideration for others.
Integrity
To have integrity is to know the difference between right and wrong. To have integrity means you are honest, good, and interact with others in a manner that earns respect and trust.
Perseverance
To persevere is to never give up until you achieve your goals. Challenges allow us to improve ourselves and should, therefore, not be avoided.
Self-control
To have self-control is to have control of your mind and body. A Taekwondo student should practice controlling both his/her actions and reactions
Indomitable Spirit
To have an indomitable spirit is to stand up for what you believe in and to have courage in the face of adversity. A Taekwondo student should never be dominated by, or have his spirit broken by another.
