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🥋 Exciting News! 🥋 The ITF South African Taekwon-D 🥋 Exciting News! 🥋 The ITF South African Taekwon-Do Open Championship 2024 is just around the corner! 🏆 Mark your calendars for July 20-21, 2024, at the Alberton Wrestling Hall in Johannesburg, South Africa. If you want to showcase your skills and compete at this prestigious event, make sure to contact your instructor to register! 🥇

To secure your spot, email your entries to Sabum-nim Michelle Rahl, the Tournament Director, at mrahl@itfsa.co.za or call +27 83 602 6092 before July 1st. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an exhilarating competition and witness top-notch Taekwon-Do talent in action! 🌟 #ITFSouthAfricanOpen #TaekwonDoChampionship #Johannesburg #SouthAfrica #MartialArtsCompetition #RegisterNow 🇿🇦🥋
Spoilt with gifts and beautiful memories, of Japan Spoilt with gifts and beautiful memories, of Japan 🇯🇵 and our beautiful Taekwon-Do family, Thank you for the fun time, Sahyun-nim @chonghyonpak and Master @pakchongu We can’t wait to meet again! 

#taekwondo #taekwondofamily #japan #southafrica #martialarts #toda #masterjaren #itftaekwondo
We are thrilled to announce that Sahyun-nim Jaren We are thrilled to announce that Sahyun-nim Jaren Phillips, the Senior Vice President of Taekwon-Do Federation of Africa (TFA) and President of the International Taekwon-Do Federation South Africa (ITFSA), has been instrumental in establishing a new National Governing Body (NGB) for ITF Taekwon-Do in Madagascar. This is a significant development in the growth and development of Taekwon-Do in the region, and we couldn’t be prouder of Sahyun-nim Phillips for his dedication and leadership in making this happen.

The establishment of the new NGB in Madagascar not only signifies a new chapter for Taekwon-Do in the country but also strengthens the relationship and brotherhood between Madagascar and South Africa. Sahyun-nim Phillips has been a driving force in promoting Taekwon-Do and fostering unity and cooperation among practitioners in the region, and this new partnership is a testament to his commitment to the art and its values.

We are excited to see the continued growth of Taekwon-Do in Madagascar under the guidance of TFA @tfa.hq , Sahyun-nim Phillips and the new NGB, and we look forward to witnessing the positive impact that this will have on the Taekwon-Do community in the region. Congratulations to Sahyun-nim Phillips and all involved in this significant achievement – may this new chapter bring prosperity and success to Taekwon-Do in Madagascar and beyond.

#madagascar #taekwondo #itftaekwondo #world #martialarts #instagram #good
🌟 Special moments captured as Master Jaren Phillip 🌟 Special moments captured as Master Jaren Phillips and his wife Romy visit Master Pak Chong Hyun’s Dojang in Toda, Koen, Japan. Building everlasting bonds between South Africa and Japan through Taekwondo. 🥋🇿🇦🇯🇵 #ITFSA #TaekwondoFamily #InternationalFriendship #MasterPhillips #DojangVisit #SouthAfricaJapanConnection 🌏✨
“In order to understand the art of war, one must “In order to understand the art of war, 
one must first understand the art of peace.”

General Choi Hong Hi
#tkd #itftaekwondo #do #martialarts #generalchoihonghi
TFA Senior Vice President and ITFSA President, Mas TFA Senior Vice President and ITFSA President, Master Jaren Phillips, recently visited the beautiful country of Japan with his wife, Bosabum-nim Romy. During their trip, they had the privilege of visiting the ITF Taekwon-Do Headquarters and meeting with Grandmaster Hwang Jin, the founding father of Taekwon-Do in Japan. It was an incredible honor to have lunch and engage in meaningful conversations with such esteemed figures in the Taekwon-Do community. The meeting was filled with memorable discussions and plans for future collaborations. Meeting a legendary Grandmaster like Grandmaster Hwang Jin was truly an unforgettable experience, strengthening the bond between the Taekwon-Do families of Japan and South Africa! 🇯🇵🥋 #Japan #TaekwondoLegends
Training at Bulpae Taekwon-Do Academy in Johannesb Training at Bulpae Taekwon-Do Academy in Johannesburg is an absolute blast with Sbmnim Michelle Rahl leading the way! 🥋💪 From learning new techniques to building lifelong friendships, every session is full of energy and fun. #BulpaeTaekwondo #JohannesburgMartialArts #FunTraining #SbmnimMichelleRahl #TaekwonDoFamily #itftaekwondo #martialarts
Big congrats to all the students who graded at Bul Big congrats to all the students who graded at Bulpae Taekwon-Do Academy! 🎉 Huge thanks to Sbmnim Michelle Rahl and Bosabum-nim Clayton Campbell for their unwavering support and guidance. #TaekwonDo #itftaekwondo #MartialArtsJourney #BulpaeTaekwondo #HardWorkPaysOff #southafrica #johannesburg
“The aim of Taekwon-Do is to create a more just so “The aim of Taekwon-Do is to create a more just society free from exploitation, oppression, and discrimination.”

General Choi Hong Hi

#tkd #taekwondo #generalchoihonghi #martialarts #itfsa @original_itf_taekwon_do
🥋✨ What a magical evening at the Hwarang Hwang Doj 🥋✨ What a magical evening at the Hwarang Hwang Dojang in Japan, where TFA Sr Vice President and ITFSA President Master Jaren Phillips and Bosabum-nim Romy all the way from South Africa had the pleasure of meeting Master Hwang Suil and his dedicated students! 🇯🇵💪 The energy in the Dojang was electrifying as we trained together, shared our passion for martial arts, and created memories that will last a lifetime. 💫 From the warm hospitality to the incredible kindness shown to us, we are truly grateful to Master Hwang Suil and his team for making us feel so welcome. 🌟 The bond forged that night is one that will last forever, and we already miss the camaraderie we shared. 🇿🇦🥋 Can’t wait for the day when we can all reunite, continue our training, and create even more unforgettable moments together. Until then, thank you Hwarang Hwang for an incredible experience - we carry your warmth and spirit with us always. 🌟💖 #ITFSouthAfrica #JarenPhillips #BosabumRomy #HwarangHwang #MasterHwangSuil #MartialArts #Training #Memories #Grateful #Hospitality #Kindness #Japan #SouthAfrica #ReuniteSoon #ForeverBond #UntilNextTime #DojangLife 🥋🇯🇵
Today marks the 69th anniversary of Taekwon-Do, ou Today marks the 69th anniversary of Taekwon-Do, our beloved Martial Arts, founded by the incredible General Choi Hong Hi. Let’s take a moment to honor his legacy and the impact he has had on martial arts around the world. Thank you for your dedication and passion, General Choi Hong Hi! #Taekwondo #ChoiHongHi #MartialArts #AnniversaryCelebration 🥋
Tong Il Taekwon-Do in Pretoria’s grading this week Tong Il Taekwon-Do in Pretoria’s grading this weekend conducted by Chief instructor Sabum-nim André Basson! All the students and parents say a big Thank you! “It is always great to see all the progress the learners are doing. Thank you so much for all of the time and effort you are putting into their success!” Here’s to a colorful journey to black belt and congratulations to the success of each and every student! #tkd #itftkd #taekwondo #grading #martialarts #pretoria #exams #colorbelt #tongil
#courtesy #in #taekwondo #generalchoihonghi #marti #courtesy #in #taekwondo #generalchoihonghi #martialarts #quotes
Congratulations to our new black belts Bsb-nim Zac Congratulations to our new black belts Bsb-nim Zack and Bsb-nim Macdonald! The ITFSA wishes you an amazing journey in TKD! Thank you to Sabum-nim André Basson, Chief instructor at Tong il Dojang in Pretoria, South Africa 🇿🇦 #tkd #itftaekwondo #grading #blackbelt
#taekwondo is for everyone! #nevergiveup @pyeongon #taekwondo is for everyone! #nevergiveup @pyeongon_tkd_centre
Black belts came together at the ITFSA National BB Black belts came together at the ITFSA National BBA weekend, practitioners from all over the country and 8 African countries joined online to train with Master Jaren Phillips and Sabum-nim Mischa Pereira. 

Thank you Maia Rahl for the footage 💕 #ubuntu #tkd #itftaekwondo #bba
#itfsa #tkd #martialarts #taekwondo #southafrica #itfsa #tkd #martialarts #taekwondo #southafrica
The ITFSA National BBA conducted by Master Jaren P The ITFSA National BBA conducted by Master Jaren Phillips and Sabum-nim Mischa Pereira! Thank you to all who travelled from far, such as the surprise visit from ITFSA BBA Director Sabum-nim Marc Chong Seng, and the 8 countries that participated online and for all Dojangs to participate and for taking the opportunity to align and train together! #ubuntu #itfsa #itftaekwondo #tkditf #southafrica  and special thanks to Maia Rahl for the amazing footage! 🙏🙌
🥋 Calling all Black Belts in Africa! 🌍 ITFSA Natio 🥋 Calling all Black Belts in Africa! 🌍 ITFSA National BBA Day is just around the corner on 3 and 4 February 2024! Master Jaren Phillips and Sabum-nim Mischa Pereira will be leading the charge as we unite for a weekend of training and connection. Whether you’re joining us in person at Bulpae Taekwon-Do Academy on Saturday or at Go5th Gym in Johannesburg on Sunday, or tuning in via zoom, we can’t wait to come together to elevate our skills and strengthen our community. Mark your calendars and get ready to level up! #ITFSA #NationalBBADay #MartialArtsCommunity #BlackBeltUnity 🥋
Big congratulations to Bosabum-nim’s Liam Badenhor Big congratulations to Bosabum-nim’s Liam Badenhorst and Clayton Stone on achieving their 1st Degree! We’re so proud of you and can’t wait to see what this new chapter holds. #TaeKwonDo #1stDegree #MartialArtsJourney #AchievementUnlocked #itfsa 
@pyeongon_tkd_centre #Taekwon-Do
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