'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
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
Grand Master Choi Jung Hwa
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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
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
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