Authentic TaeKwon-Do Australia

Throwback Thursday 👊

A look back at when ITF stood strong as one powerful organisation under the late founder — memories from the Downunder International Instructor Course that will always stay close to heart.

📸 Group moments with General Choi alongside Australian Taekwon-Do pioneer GM Steve Cheah📸 President Choi Jung Hwa delivering a reverse turning kick with GM Moore📸 Time spent with Grandmaster Sereff (USA) and GM Moore📸 ITF seniors pushing limits during International Instructor Course training📸 Grand Master Lee (Sydney, 9th Dan Kukkiwon), a close friend of General Choi, with Grandmaster McCullum and GM Moore📸 A special moment — President Choi Jung Hwa receiving an Australian boomerang and wearing GM Moore’s dobok after his luggage didn’t arrive📸 General Choi Hong Hi receiving an Aboriginal painting from local artists 📷 GM receiving the prestigious 9 star outstanding Instructor award.
📸 Final photo — Authentic Taekwon-Do Australia members with General Choi Hong Hi, during the peak years as the largest ITF school in Australia

Authentic TaeKwon-Do with title and name 👊

It’s my pleasure, and my duty, to speak out against the decision to change the name of the 24th pattern from Tong-Il to Chang-Hon.

This act goes directly against the vision and legacy of General Choi Hong Hi, the Founder of Taekwon-Do. The 24 patterns were each created to represent the 24 hours in a day — symbolizing one’s entire life devoted to Taekwon-Do and the hope of leaving a lasting contribution to humanity. Every pattern name carries deep meaning, chosen personally by General Choi to reflect Korean history, culture, and philosophy.

The 24th pattern, Tong-Il, stands for the peaceful reunification of Korea the culmination of General Choi’s life’s work and message of unity. To erase or rename it is to disregard that profound symbolism and dishonor the Founder’s intentions. Even Mrs. Choi Hong Hi herself has opposed this change, standing firmly for the preservation of her husband’s authentic art.

As practitioners and guardians of true Taekwon-Do, we must uphold the integrity of the Ch’ang-Hon system exactly as General Choi created it. The purity of Taekwon-Do must never be compromised.

Taekwon
Jamie Moore

Congratulations to KJN Rob Rabbett on successfully holding his Black Belt Examinations for his dojang back in September.👊
A great achievement and contribution to the spirit of Taekwon-Do.

TaeKwon
GMJM

Congratulations!

Master Gerhard Hejda recently conducted the Black Belt Grading for his Do-Jang.
A huge congratulations to everyone who successfully passed this important milestone! Your hard work, discipline, and perseverance truly paid off.
TaeKwon,
GMJM

Authentic Taekwon-Do Australia / Main Do-Jang acts as the root of the Taekwon-Do tree. It provides structure, legitimacy, and guidance. The branch dojang’s run by instructors are like branches that extend outward, spreading the art but still drawing nourishment from the root.

👊 What the Main Do-Jang Provides

Lineage & Legitimacy – Being part of a recognized school connects instructors and students to the history of Taekwon-Do and their pioneers.

Technical Standardisation – Ensures that everyone follows the same GRADING syllabus.

Gradings & Certifications – Oversees belt promotions so they are meaningful and recognised.

Mentorship – Master Instructor provide guidance for teaching, running a club, and handling challenges.

Events & Opportunities – Offers Seminars, Camps , tournaments and access to ITF Pioneers.

Community – Creates a wider Taekwon-Do family beyond just one branch.

👊 How Branch Clubs Support the Main Do-Jang.

Branch clubs support by living out Taekwon-Do values as set out by General Choi Hong Hi in the Tenets of Taekwon-Do

👊 Courtesy (Ye Ui) – Show respect and loyalty to the Main Do-Jang and Master

👊 Integrity (Yom Chi) – Represent the art and the club honestly and fairly in all dealings.

👊 Perseverance (In Nae) – Stay committed to training and upholding standards.

👊 Self-Control (Guk Gi) – Maintain discipline within your club, showing professionalism.

👊 Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgool) – Support the main Do-Jang in challenges and show pride in the shared identity.

Practical Examples of Support

Attend and help at seminars, tournaments, and gradings.

Promote the main Do-Jang events to your students.

Follow the technical and ethical standards of the Main Do-Jang

Encourage students to respect the wider family, not just their local instructor.

Contribute with time, effort, or funds when the main Do-Jang organisers big events.

So in Taekwon-Do, the relationship is symbiotic: the main Do-Jang gives structure and legitimacy, while the branch clubs reinforce and spread Taekwon-Do values, ensuring unity and growth.

TaeKwon
Jamie Moore

In Taekwon-Do, loyalty is deeply emphasized as one of the core moral values, tied to its philosophy and the Tenets of Taekwon-Do (Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, Indomitable Spirit). While not always listed as a separate tenet, loyalty is considered essential in Korean martial culture.

● Loyalty to Your Country

In ITF Taekwon-Do (especially as founded by General Choi Hong Hi), loyalty to one’s country and its values is highly stressed.

Practitioners are taught to develop strength not just for themselves, but to contribute to society and defend justice.

This comes from a Confucian influence in Korean culture, where patriotism and duty to one’s nation are key virtues.

● Loyalty to Your Master and Dojang

A student is expected to respect and follow their Master, trusting their knowledge and guidance.

Loyalty here doesn’t mean blind obedience — it’s about showing gratitude, staying committed, and representing your dojang with honor.

Many schools emphasize that leaving or switching schools should be done with respect and acknowledgment of your teacher’s role in your journey.

● Loyalty to Family and Community

Taekwon-Do philosophy ties martial training to family harmony and respect for elders.

Loyalty means taking care of your family, being trustworthy, and applying martial values to strengthen relationships.

Loyalty to the Art of Taekwon-Do

Practitioners are encouraged to stay true to the art’s principles: self-discipline, humility, respect, and perseverance.

It means training sincerely, not misusing your skills, and upholding Taekwon-Do’s reputation in society.

A true martial artist doesn’t seek conflict but uses loyalty to protect peace, justice, and harmony.

TaeKwon
Jamie Moore

Why Join Our Club?

Training under a grandmaster who has personally studied with the founder offers you an unparalleled experience—one that preserves the true essence and spirit of the art. Here’s what sets us apart:

● Authentic and Direct Transmission

Learn techniques and philosophies handed down directly from the founder, ensuring you receive the purest and most accurate teachings.

● Deep-rooted Philosophy and Tradition

Our grandmaster embodies the founder’s vision, mindset, and principles, providing you with a comprehensive understanding beyond just physical skills.

● Maintaining High Standards

Experience consistent, high-quality instruction that preserves the integrity of the art as intended by its founder.

● Unique Insights and Stories

Gain access to exclusive knowledge and tradition passed down through direct mentorship, enriching your learning journey.

● Strong Community and Legacy

Join a supportive community connected by a shared heritage and commitment to carrying the founder’s legacy forward.

● Personalized Mentorship

Benefit from refined teaching methods designed to guide you effectively on your path to mastery.

● Respected Credentials

Earn ranks and certifications recognized and respected within the broader martial arts community, reflecting your authentic lineage.

Join us to train with confidence, knowing you are part of an authentic tradition led by someone who walked the path before you.

TaeKwon
Jamie Moore

Founding Members of Authentic Taekwon-Do Australia.

30 years 1991-2021 , wearing the orginal Authentic Taekwon-Do Patch 👊