World Taekwondo Foundation

Taekwondo, as a sport and art, gives so much to those who accept its physical and psychological challenges and submit to the rigors required to achieve expertise.  While some will become highly proficient in defending themselves, and others will go on to represent their country in the Olympic Games, all students of Taekwondo improve themselves physically and mentally, while learning the lessons of courage, humility, discipline, self-esteem, and ethical conduct.  There is no group for whom these lessons are more important than our children.  Taekwondo training offers them the opportunity to build these important character traits, that will help them succeed in life, both on and off the mat. 
 
But many young people in the New York metropolitan area lack the resources to avail themselves of the professional training that will get them started on this journey.  Accordingly, the World Taekwondo Foundation is taking the initiative to bring an “After School Taekwondo” program to underprivileged children.  The Foundation is looking to begin right here at home, in New York City and Newark, New Jersey, and is seeking your help in making this a reality. 
 
To make this happen, the Foundation needs to establish a facility where interested Taekwondo practitioners can learn the most advanced teaching techniques and skills.  Quality instruction requires quality instructors, and this training program will give the candidates the tools that they need to succeed with their young students.  After completion of their training, they will travel to schools in these cities, and bring hope and opportunity to underprivileged children who embrace the challenge of studying Taekwondo.
 
Obviously, there are many expenses associated with launching this type of enterprise.  We will need a properly configured physical space, as well as all of the human and material resources required to run any operation.  It is the Foundation’s hope that this facility will become a beacon of hope and growth for the communities that so often have none.     
 
Please help the Foundation realize its goal to bring the numerous benefits of Taekwondo to those who will benefit so greatly!  Your donation is an investment in the future of our community and its most precious resource…our children.  And please remember that donations of space, services, and equipment are often as valuable as monetary ones!

www.worldtfdn.org