Taekwondo

Taekwondo /ˌtaɪˌkwɒnˈdoʊ/ is a martial art originating in Korea. It combines combat and self-defense techniques with sport and exercise. In 1989, taekwondo was the world’s most popular martial art. Gyeorugi, a type of sparring, has been an Olympic event since 2000. There are two main branches of taekwondo development, although they are not mutually exclusive.