Tenets
Ho-Am TaeKwonDo artists live their lives according
to the following ten tenets:
Honor - is nobility of mind and maintenance of one’s personal
dignity in the face of adversity. Honor is the gift you give yourself.
Courtesy – is thoughtfulness and consideration
of others,
humility, civility, and politeness.
Integrity – is the uncompromising adherence to a code of
moral values and principles. It requires soundness of
ethical strength.
Perseverance - is the steadfast pursuit
of one’s goals. It is
the quality of never giving up in the face of challenge.
Self-Control – is the restraint of one’s
emotions and reactions.
Control comes from within rather than from outside forces.
Courage –
is the spirit which enables one to face danger with self-
possession, confidence, and resolution. Courage
consists of a reserve of
moral strength on which one may draw in time of emergency. A
courageous
person will not tolerate injustice.
Community – is the responsibility to contribute to
society regardless of one’s position in life.
Civic accountability requires us to do our share and to be part of the solution
of society’s problems.
Remember: Every right implies a responsibility; every opportunity an obligation;
every possession a duty.
Strength – is the quality of having much physical power,
force, or energy in order to practice our art and be ready for life’s challenges.
It is the capacity for exertion or endurance. Strength is at the core of our Tiger-Rock-like
power to resist attack.
Humility – is the quality of being respectful, unpretentious,
and modest, not thinking that one is better or more important than others. A true
martial artist knows that to show humility is to show one’s inner core good character.
Humility frees oneself from pride and arrogance.
Knowledge – is the wellspring of facts, truths, and information
from which one operates. Historically, the true martial artist continuously collects
knowledge throughout life to better oneself and to assist others.
The essence of Ho-Am TaeKwonDo is the fabric of our style resulting in its unique
flavor.
Elements of Ho-Am TaeKwonDo
Essence
The essence of Ho-Am TaeKwonDo is the fabric of our style resulting in its unique
flavor.
Philosophy
The philosophy of Ho-Am TaeKwonDo is based upon the universal principle of LAW OF
HARVEST and our tenets.
Mission
The mission of Ho-Am TaeKwonDo strives to inspire a sense of responsibility and
commitment to our community, challenging students to do what is right and ethical.
Journey
The journey of the Ho-Am TaeKwonDo Artist follows a progressive path, beginning
with physical technique and leading to development of the artist mind.