email:
mat.itf.taekwondo@gmail.com
ITF Recognition Plaque
The plaque is in the shape of a turtle, symbolising longevity. The centre is the logo of the ITF, and there are ten tabs around the outside. These are, in clockwise order from the top:
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Taekwon-Do in Korean, and plaque number
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Flying Knife-Hand Strike, performed by Park Jong Soo
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'Recognition'
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Flying Twisting Kick performed by Rhee Ki Ha
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Flying Punching Kick, performed by Rhee Chong Hyup
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General Choi's signature
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Flying Front Kick, performed by Han Cha Kyo
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X-Stance Back Fist Strike, performed by Choi Chang Keun
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Initials of the International Taekwon-Do Federation
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Flying Two-Direction Kick; performer apparently unknown
International Taekwondo
Federation
International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) is an international taekwondo organization founded on March 22, 1966, by General Choi Hong Hi (Korean: 최홍희) in Seoul, South Korea.[1] The ITF was founded to promote and encourage the growth of the Korean martial art of Taekwon-Do.[2][3][4]
The ITF's main functions include coordinating and approving tournaments and seminars, setting standards for teaching (patterns, sparring, destruction), collaborating with affiliated member organizations, and providing services members in regard to rank and certifications.
Tkd Power
TKD Power™ is a member of The International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF). The ITF is the legally recognised world governing body for genuine Taekwon-Do, known as the 'Chang Hun' sytem, after its founder, General Choi Hong Hi (1918-2002).