'Let us not forget the legacy, nor the indelible impression that he has left in the lives of all who
are dedicated to the essence of the beloved art of his invention. I know my father would
command us all if we continued with the same vigor and zest which personified his life, the
promotion of Taekwon-Do worldwide'
Choi Jung Hwa
As much as our president emphasizes the correct interpretation of 'Taekwon', in its technique,
application, theory and reason. Choi Jung Hwa also places an equal if not greater emphasis on
the 'Do'. Therefore, the Moral and cultural aspects of Taekwon-Do are addressed consistently by
Choi Jung Hwa, so that all demonstrate and understand the ethical qualities required to hold any
position within Taekwon-Do, particularly those of seniority and authority.
'I hope that people delve more diligently into the moral culture and morality because that is what
Taekwon-Do stands for'
Choi Jung Hwa
'We only want to pursue our martial arts goal and will continue to contribute for the benefit of
society, not for a handful of athletes, or for the glory of one country'
Choi Jung Hwa
are dedicated to the essence of the beloved art of his invention. I know my father would
command us all if we continued with the same vigor and zest which personified his life, the
promotion of Taekwon-Do worldwide'
Choi Jung Hwa
As much as our president emphasizes the correct interpretation of 'Taekwon', in its technique,
application, theory and reason. Choi Jung Hwa also places an equal if not greater emphasis on
the 'Do'. Therefore, the Moral and cultural aspects of Taekwon-Do are addressed consistently by
Choi Jung Hwa, so that all demonstrate and understand the ethical qualities required to hold any
position within Taekwon-Do, particularly those of seniority and authority.
'I hope that people delve more diligently into the moral culture and morality because that is what
Taekwon-Do stands for'
Choi Jung Hwa
'We only want to pursue our martial arts goal and will continue to contribute for the benefit of
society, not for a handful of athletes, or for the glory of one country'
Choi Jung Hwa
Grand Master Choi Jung Hwa
During the 50th anniversary banquet of Taekwon-do on April 10th 2005 in Atlantic City, Master
Choi Jung Hwa was officially promoted to the title of Grandmaster. Master Robert Wheatley,
president of the ITF promotions committee, announced that the committee had promoted Master
Choi Jung Hwa to 9th degree.
The announcement was made with absolute support of the board members, Masters, and
organization members.
In an emotional speech, the surprised and humble ITF president, accepted the honors of this
very high degree. Grandmaster Choi added that it is not the degree that makes the Master, but
the quality that one has on the inside.
Grandmaster Choi Jung Hwa, General Choi's son, was born on Cheju Island, and received his
first training at 5 years of age from General Choi himself. From 7 years old, Grandmaster Choi
Jung Hwa was trained by the top military Taekwondo masters, for example the legendary Han
Cha Kyo and also by Master Kong Yon Il. Grandmaster Choi was promoted to 8th degree black
belt by General Choi on May 11, 1996 in the ITF.
" Myself, I know I am blessed. I have been given Taekwon-Do as a tool to guide me through life. As a
young man, my father made me practice Tul after Tul, giving me advise as I performed each of them.
No detail was left unchecked, no knowledge was considered too irrelevant to pass on. When he
sensed a lack of enthusiasm, he said the things that old men say to young men that young men
simply think of as silly things that are said by past generations. “Perform Tul and you will never be
alone” or “training will provide you with all the guidance you need”. For love of my father, I focused
my mind and carried out the exercises. As I matured my mind was forced to develop a sense of focus
that would allow me to digest all the information being passed onto me. Now my father is gone, yet
when I perform Chon-ji and my mind arrives at that place of serenity, I can hear his voice, not as a
memory but as an audible sound. I can hear the sounds of my childhood home, the unique echo of
our Dojang with each breath or footstep. When I perform Tul, I feel my brothers and sisters world-
wide moving in unison, I am not alone. When I perform Tul, I hear my father voice guiding me as if he
were standing next to me. I hear his words of advise given at the most appropriate times as if he
knows my troubles and is responding to them. I am blessed as are all practitioners who can put their
hands on their heart and say they train in earnest and with pure intentions. This year of luck and
fortune should help us arrive at the notion that those who are blessed with good conscience will be
blessed with all the luck they need."
Choi, Jung Hwa
Choi Jung Hwa was officially promoted to the title of Grandmaster. Master Robert Wheatley,
president of the ITF promotions committee, announced that the committee had promoted Master
Choi Jung Hwa to 9th degree.
The announcement was made with absolute support of the board members, Masters, and
organization members.
In an emotional speech, the surprised and humble ITF president, accepted the honors of this
very high degree. Grandmaster Choi added that it is not the degree that makes the Master, but
the quality that one has on the inside.
Grandmaster Choi Jung Hwa, General Choi's son, was born on Cheju Island, and received his
first training at 5 years of age from General Choi himself. From 7 years old, Grandmaster Choi
Jung Hwa was trained by the top military Taekwondo masters, for example the legendary Han
Cha Kyo and also by Master Kong Yon Il. Grandmaster Choi was promoted to 8th degree black
belt by General Choi on May 11, 1996 in the ITF.
" Myself, I know I am blessed. I have been given Taekwon-Do as a tool to guide me through life. As a
young man, my father made me practice Tul after Tul, giving me advise as I performed each of them.
No detail was left unchecked, no knowledge was considered too irrelevant to pass on. When he
sensed a lack of enthusiasm, he said the things that old men say to young men that young men
simply think of as silly things that are said by past generations. “Perform Tul and you will never be
alone” or “training will provide you with all the guidance you need”. For love of my father, I focused
my mind and carried out the exercises. As I matured my mind was forced to develop a sense of focus
that would allow me to digest all the information being passed onto me. Now my father is gone, yet
when I perform Chon-ji and my mind arrives at that place of serenity, I can hear his voice, not as a
memory but as an audible sound. I can hear the sounds of my childhood home, the unique echo of
our Dojang with each breath or footstep. When I perform Tul, I feel my brothers and sisters world-
wide moving in unison, I am not alone. When I perform Tul, I hear my father voice guiding me as if he
were standing next to me. I hear his words of advise given at the most appropriate times as if he
knows my troubles and is responding to them. I am blessed as are all practitioners who can put their
hands on their heart and say they train in earnest and with pure intentions. This year of luck and
fortune should help us arrive at the notion that those who are blessed with good conscience will be
blessed with all the luck they need."
Choi, Jung Hwa
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