Olympics: Overview

Tae Kwon Do has evolved over time to become a popular martial art, self defence system, and competitive sport.  In its competitive sport mode, the Tae Kwon Doist learns how to employ his or her knowledge and skills in a controlled full contact sparring match of three, two minute rounds against an opponent.

Protective equipment is worn over designated body target areas (a chest protector covers the front and sides of the trunk, and a helmet protects the head.   Groin guard, forearm guards, shin guards, gloves and a mouthpiece are also worn), and the range of allowable techniques is restricted to provide for a demanding, challenging and yet safe competition.

Because of its full contact nature and the risk of injury, sport competition at provincial or state, national and international levels is normally restricted to Black Belt holders who, at that high performance level of proficiency, have the skill necessary to both deliver the required techniques as well as block and evade them.

Non-contact or light contact competition is usually held locally or regionally to provide a safe learning experience in competition techniques and strategies for the coloured belt Tae Kwon Doist.

In both cases, a Head of Court presides over the ring as chief official.  4 Corner Judges score the match and a Centre Referee controls the match and assures compliance with the rules, assessing penalties where required.

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