Here are links to magazine articles written by Rhee Instructors for your reading pleasure and enlightenment. Each article will help you to understand that Rhee Tae Kwon Do is a lifelong journey and not a simple destination. Enjoy and pass on the word to other students. Any feedback can be sent to info@rheetkdvic.com.au
Magazine Articles
Australian Tae Kwon Do Magazine was published by Rhee Tae Kwon Do during the 1970s with contributions from branches across Australia. This edition was published in Spring 1974.
An interview with World Master Chong Chul Rhee, 8th Dan “The Father of Australian Tae Kwon Do”.
Reprinted from March 1985 issue of Australasian Fighting Arts Magazine.
From December 2020, a look into training online using Zoom and Facebook Live, whilst in lockdown for 7 months due to Covid 19
Interview with Senior Instructor David from Caulfield North and Upwey Dojangs about his martial arts journey with Rhee Tae Kwon Do for almost 50 years. Published in September 2018.
A Pinch without Salt – a look into using a simple pinch for self defence. Particularly useful for children as a non-violent but effective method of escape from bullies.
Make your Patterns your Own (Part 1) – We all learn patterns for various reasons. If one of your major reasons is for self defence then you also need to train your mind on how pattern movements can be used in common self defence scenarios.
Make your Patterns your Own (Part 2) – Instead of just learning applications from others, this article gives you principles to follow in order to create your own applications.
Victorian Senior Instructor Brian Duckworth’s 50 year journey with Rhee Tae Kwon Do
The history of Tae Kwon Do has been very controversial. Was it evolved from an ancient Korean martial art, passed down from generation to generation? Or was it a 20th Century creation by a people throwing off the yoke of oppression to define a modern country. The history of Tae Kwon Do is very much tied to that of the country in which it was born. Here is one point of view.
A short review of the life of World Master Rhee Chong Chul, Father of Australian Tae Kwon Do, and brother of Master Rhee Chong Hyup.
