ITFSA International Taekwon-Do Federation South Africa

The International Taekwon-Do Federation South Africa is the National Governing Body for ITF Taekwon-Do in South Africa. Mst. Ri Yong Son).

The International Taekwon-Do Federation South Africa, was created after 22 March 2013 when the previous ITF NGB in South Africa terminated its membership of the ITF Vienna, Austria (under the leadership of Prof. The aim of the ITFSA is to improve technical standards and the growth of Original ITF Taekwon-Do in South Africa. It aims to do so by creating a democratic, accountable and transparent org

anisation where every Instructor who owns a registered Dojang will have voting rights on both provincial and national levels. The International Taekwon-Do Federation South Africa is a Non Profit Company duly registered in terms of the Companies Act, 2008, registration number NPC 2013/178596/08

HISTORY OF TAEKWON-DO

On April 11th, 1955, Taekwon-Do was the name officially adopted for the martial art developed by General Choi Hong Hi which used elements of the ancient Korean martial art of Taek Kyon and of Shotokan karate, a martial art General Choi had learned while studying in Japan. The philosophical values and the goals of Taekwon-Do are firmly rooted in the traditional moral culture of the Orient. The movements of Taekwon-Do are based on principles of physics, especially Newton's Law. Using the theory "every force has an equal and opposite force", General Choi explains how to generate maximum force by increasing speed and mass during the execution of a movement. Wanting to share the results of his philosophical reflections and his technical experiments, General Choi planned and wrote a unique reference work, the Encyclopedia of Taekwon-Do. In its fifteen volumes, he explained in detail the rules and practices of this art. Always striving for excellence, General Choi presented Taekwon-Do as in a state of continuous evolution, open to changes that would improve its effectiveness. Since the beginning, Taekwon-Do has never stopped evolving, driven by the strong will and a lot of hard work by its Founder and the many dedicated practitioners that follow his path. MEANING OF TAEKWON-DO

Translated literally "Tae" means jumping or flying, to kick or smash with the foot. "Kwon" denotes the fist - chiefly to punch or destroy with the hand or fist. "Do" means an art or way - the right way built and paved by the saints and sages in the past. Taken collectively, "Taekwon-Do" indicates the mental training and the techniques of unarmed combat for self-defense as well as health, involving the skilled application of punches, kicks, blocks and dodges with bare hands and feet to the rapid destruction of moving opponent or opponents. TENETS OF TAEKWON-DO

COURTESY (Ye Ui)
INTEGRITY (Yom Chi)
PERSEVERANCE (In Nae)
SELF CONTROL (Guk Gi)
INDOMITABLE SPIRIT (Baekjool Boolgool)

06/09/2026

🥋 HISTORY IN THE MAKING! 🥋
Huge congratulations and a massive welcome to Chad Lloyd and Jade Nicholl — our first-ever IITA (International Inclusive Taekwon-Do Association) Black Belt Academy members! 🏆✨
This is a landmark moment for ITFSA and inclusive martial arts. Both Chad and Jade have demonstrated relentless dedication, perseverance, and true Taekwon-Do spirit to reach this milestone. We couldn’t be prouder to watch you break barriers and pave the way for future generations!
Drop a ❤️ in the comments below to help us celebrate Chad and Jade on this groundbreaking achievement! 👇

05/09/2026

Elevate your practice, hone your technique, and train with the best! 🥋✨
Join us in Johannesburg this October for an extraordinary weekend of high-level ITF Taekwon-Do training featuring the International Technical Seminar (ITS), International Instructor Course (IIC), and National Instructor Course (NIC), led by Master Jaren Phillips (VII Degree).
Whether you’re looking to refine your technical precision or advance your instructor certification, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.
🗓 Dates: 9th – 11th October 2026
📍 Location: Johannesburg
📩 Contact for Info & Registration: Sabum Michelle Rahl
📧 [email protected]
📞 +27 83 602 6092
Refer to the official information pack for full course details and schedule.

01/09/2026

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30/08/2026

Celebrating Excellence:
Tong Il Dojang’s Newest Black Belts!
Dojang in has officially added two new names to its roster of international black belts under the International Taekwon-Do Federation South Africa ( ). Following years of rigorous physical conditioning, precise technical mastery, and unwavering dedication, Bsbn-Nim Joanna and Bsbn-Nim Khanya have successfully passed their Dan grading under the expert guidance of Sabumnim André Basson.
Achieving an black belt is a significant milestone that reflects not just technical proficiency in patterns, sparring, and breaking, but a deep commitment to the core tenets of Taekwon-Do: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit.
* Dojang: Tong Il Dojang, Pretoria
* Instructor: Sabumnim André Basson
* Affiliation: ITFSA (International Taekwon-Do Federation South Africa)
* New Black Belts: Bsbn-Nim Joanna & Bsbn-Nim Khanya
We are incredibly proud of your hard work, resilience, and leadership on and off the mat. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement—wear your belts with pride as you begin this exciting new chapter of your martial arts journey!

Send your good vibes and wishes below 👇 in the comments!

15/08/2026

Libre Taekwon-Do A martial art school focused on traditional ITF Taekwon-Do and self-defense training in Gqeberha (PE)

09/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! 💜✨
Today, we celebrate the visionaries, leaders, trailblazers, and change-makers who break barriers and shape the future every single day. To all the incredible women in our community and beyond: your strength, talent, and resilience inspire us continuously.
Let’s keep supporting, elevating, and championing each other, today and every day. 🥂💪
Tag an inspiring woman in the comments below to give her a shoutout today! 👇

08/08/2026

👑 STRIKING ROCKS & EARNING BELTS! 🥋✨
What an extraordinary day for Do Martial Arts Centre and the entire ITFSA family! On a day as meaningful as Women’s Day, we had the incredible honor of witnessing two exceptional martial artists earn their Black Belts: Bsbnim Asbury Bailey and Bsbnim Bodene Scott! 🖤🔥
Standing before a massive panel of senior examiners—Master Jaren Phillips, Sabum-nim Chester Orpen, Sabum-nim Matthew Esof, Bosabum-nim Mark Palmer Owen, Bsbnim Romy Phillips, and Bsbnim Jarred Ford—they brought relentless spirit, technical precision, and absolute power to the floor. Passing under such high standards is a true testament to their dedication, endurance, and heart.
To our newly promoted Black Belts: you embody strength, leadership, and the true spirit of Taekwon-Do. We could not be prouder of this achievement. Wear your belts with pride! 🥋💪
Drop a 👑 in the comments to congratulate Bsbnim Asbury and Bsbnim Bodene on this monumental milestone!
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08/08/2026

🥋 NEW LEVELS UNLOCKED! 🔥
Huge congratulations to all the dedicated martial artists from Libre Dojang and Baekdu Dojang who stepped onto the mats for today’s grading! 👊💥
Hours of sharp technique, relentless discipline, and unwavering focus were put to the test—and every student delivered with passion and pride. Graduating to your next belt isn’t just a milestone in color; it’s proof of your growth, commitment, and indomitable spirit.
A massive thank you to our instructors, examiners, parents, and supporters who keep the energy high and the community strong. The journey continues! 🥋🇿🇦
Drop a 🥋 in the comments to celebrate today’s newly promoted students!
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