Universal Tae Kwon Do Federation
Our Motto: To unify mind and body, and individual with community.
Our
Mission: To spread the teaching of Tae Kwon Do as a civilian martial art using
the principles and methods developed by Grandmaster Han Cha Kyo, in order
to develop character, spirit and health so that individuals can realize their
potential in their ever-expanding community.
Tenets of Tae Kwon Do:
· Courtesy Ye Ui
· Integrity Yom Chi
· Perseverance In Nae
· Self-Control Guk Gi
· Indomitable Spirit Baekjool Boolgol
· Community Service Sawe Bongsa
· Love Sarang
MEMBER NEWS
Master Irvin has moved to Portland, Oregon. We wish him and his family the best
of all things. Chicagoland's loss is Portland's gain!
The Universal Tae Kwon Do Federation (UTF) was founded by
Grandmaster Han Cha Kyo in 1981. Our
Co-Presidents, appointed by Grandmaster Han, are Master James Langlas (VII Dan) and Master Paul Irvin (VII Dan).
Today they
continue his pioneering work.