“If You Want to Go Fast, Go Alone. If You Want to Go Far, Go Together.” – African Proverb This African proverb resonates deeply with the philosophy at United States Taekwondo. While individual achievements can be attained quickly on one’s own, lasting success in martial arts, like in life, is a journey best undertaken with […]
“No Matter How Brilliant Your Mind or Strategy, If You’re Playing a Solo Game, You’ll Always Lose Out to a Team.” – Reid Hoffman Reid Hoffman’s insight into the importance of teamwork over individual play is particularly relevant in the context of martial arts. At United States Taekwondo, we emphasize that while individual talents are […]
“Alone We Can Do So Little; Together We Can Do So Much.” – Helen Keller Helen Keller’s words echo through the halls of United States Taekwondo in Austin, Texas, as a reminder of the immense power of teamwork in martial arts. While martial arts may appear as an individual sport to an outsider, those who […]
The Universal Language of Courtesy in Martial Arts “No One Has Ever Been Offended by Someone with Good Manners and Courteous Behavior.” – Vikrant Parsai Vikrant Parsai’s observation about the universal acceptance of good manners and courteous behavior underscores a timeless truth within the martial arts community at United States Taekwondo. Courtesy is the […]
Gratitude: The Highest Form of Courtesy in Martial Arts “Gratitude is the Most Exquisite Form of Courtesy.” – Jacques Maritain Philosopher Jacques Maritain’s portrayal of gratitude as the pinnacle of courtesy resonates deeply with the values upheld at United States Taekwondo. In our practice, gratitude is more than just a feeling; it’s an […]
Courtesy: The Heartbeat of a Beautiful World “I Cannot Imagine a Truly Beautiful World Without Courtesy Being Integral to Its Culture.” – Hrishikesh Agnihotri Hrishikesh Agnihotri’s vision of a beautiful world seamlessly aligns with the ethos of martial arts as practiced at United States Taekwondo. Courtesy is not just a practice but the very […]
The Value of Courtesy in Martial Arts “Courtesy Costs Nothing, But Buys Everything.” – Hazrat Ali Ibn Abu-Talib A.S In the dojang, courtesy isn’t just a value; it’s a currency. It shapes the way we interact, learn, and grow within the martial arts community. Hazrat Ali Ibn Abu-Talib A.S, a figure renowned for his wisdom […]
The Ethical Warrior: Standing Firm in the Face of Adversity Quote: “Ethical is ‘I’ll Wait and Do What’s Right Even in the Hardest Times and Even If I Have to Give Up Gains to Do It.’” – John J. Mack In the realm of martial arts, the true measure of a warrior is not just […]
The Wild Beast Within: The Necessity of Ethics in Martial Arts Quote: “A Man Without Ethics is a Wild Beast Loosed Upon This World.” – Albert Camus The practice of martial arts is a powerful tool, imbuing practitioners with strength, agility, and resilience. However, without the grounding force of ethics, this power can become untamed, […]
The Ethical Path to Excellence: Hard Work and Integrity in Martial Arts Quote: “Work Hard; Be Ethical.” – Erika Christensen The pursuit of excellence in martial arts is a journey marked by dedication, perseverance, and, importantly, a steadfast commitment to ethical conduct. At United States Taekwondo in Austin, Texas, we champion the belief that hard […]