Dragon's Spirit Taekwon-Do

16/06/2026

DRAGON’S SPIRIT DOJANG GUIDE 👊👊👊

15/06/2026

Honouring General Choi Hong Hi | 15 June

Today we pause to honour and remember General Choi Hong Hi, the Founder of Taekwon-Do, on the anniversary of his passing.

General Choi’s vision gave the world more than a martial art. He gave us a pathway of discipline, courage, perseverance, respect, and self-improvement. Through Taekwon-Do, generations of students have learned not only how to defend themselves, but how to stand taller in life, serve others, and build stronger character.

His legacy continues every time a student bows onto the mats, every time a pattern is practised with purpose, every time a black belt leads with humility, and every time the Tenets of Taekwon-Do are lived beyond the dojang.

At Dragon’s Spirit Taekwon-Do, we are proud to continue walking the path he created.

Remembering General Choi Hong Hi
9 November 1918 – 15 June 2002

14/06/2026

📢 Important Clarification for Participants of the ITF World Cup 2026

Following questions received from competitors and coaches, the ITF would like to clarify the role of the Medical Fitness Certificate and the Medical Background Sheet for the World Cup in Benidorm.

✅ Medical Fitness Certificate

Athletes are strongly encouraged to undergo a sports fitness examination with their physician and obtain a Medical Fitness Certificate prior to competing.

Every athlete or legal guardian confirms with their signature on the "Declaration of Consent and Data Protection" that they have a medical fitness certificate. And for the ITF World Cup 2026, this certificate may be presented during registration, but it is not a mandatory requirement for participation and athletes will not be excluded from competition if they do not present one.

✅ Medical Background Sheet

Athletes are strongly encouraged to complete and carry their Medical Background Sheet at all times during the event.

This document contains important medical information, such as allergies, medications or pre-existing conditions, and can assist event medical personnel in providing prompt and appropriate treatment should medical attention be required.

Both measures form part of the ITF's ongoing commitment to athlete welfare and safe competition.

We thank all athletes, coaches and associations for their support in helping us create a safer sporting environment for everyone.

05/06/2026

VETS CAMP 2026!

1pm on Sunday, registrations for the 14th annual ITKD Vets Camp open. This is a great weekend away and open to all ranks as long as you meet the strict "being old" requirement of 35yo+. Entries fill up quick, sometimes within a day so if you're interested, get registered. Make sure you also pay the very reasonable fee otherwise the place is not secured. We've had members miss out before after registering and not promptly paying.

Vets camp is all about TKD - but it is also a chance to hang out with like minded fellow practitioners. Add in the opportunity to have fun, in a safe and social atmosphere, to renew existing friendships, and make fresh ones is another added bonus.

05/06/2026

05/06/2026

Inspiration from the Dragon’s Den – 5th June 2026

"It may seem difficult at first, but everything is difficult at first."
— Miyamoto Musashi

In Taekwon-Do, every beginning asks something of us. The first stance feels awkward. The first pattern feels confusing. The first grading feels intimidating. The first time we step forward, the mind questions whether we are ready.

But this is the nature of all worthwhile things.

Nothing begins perfect. Nothing begins easy. Skill does not appear fully formed. Confidence does not arrive before effort. Strength is not built by avoiding difficulty, but by meeting it again and again until what once felt impossible becomes part of who we are.

Musashi reminds us that difficulty at the beginning is not failure. It is simply the beginning.

Anyone can look at a black belt and see confidence, power, and control. But every black belt once struggled with basic movements. Every strong student once forgot steps. Every instructor once stood where the beginner stands now.

The difference is not that it was easy for them. The difference is that they continued.

Difficulty at first looks like:

- Not understanding a movement straight away.
- Feeling clumsy when learning something new.
- Repeating a technique many times before it improves.
- Feeling nervous before stepping onto the floor.
- Choosing to return, even when the last session was hard.

Taekwon-Do teaches us that the difficult first step is still a step forward. It teaches us patience with ourselves, respect for the process, and trust that effort repeated over time becomes progress.

What feels difficult today may become natural tomorrow.

Just begin.



Master Raukura

처음에는 어려워 보일 수 있다. 그러나 모든 것은 처음에는 어렵다.
It may seem difficult at first, but everything is difficult at first.

31/05/2026

***Reminder***
No training tomorrow due to the public holiday - relax and enjoy the break!

18/05/2026

Inspiration from the Dragon’s Den – 18th May 2026

In Taekwon-Do, humility is not thinking less of yourself. It is understanding that your strength, knowledge, rank, and ability are never reasons to stand above others. Humility keeps us grounded. It reminds us that every black belt was once a beginner, every instructor is still a student, and every achievement carries a responsibility to lift others.

Anyone can celebrate success. Anyone can seek recognition. But the true Taekwondoin learns to remain gracious, teachable, and respectful no matter how far they have come.

Humility looks like:

- Accepting correction without ego.
- Training hard without needing praise.
- Respecting juniors and seniors alike.
- Letting actions speak louder than rank.
- Remembering that there is always more to learn.

Humility is the quiet strength that protects character from pride. It lives in the Taekwondoin who can achieve greatly without arrogance, lead confidently without self-importance, and stand tall while keeping their feet firmly on the ground.

No boasting. No ego. No need to be above others.



Master Raukura
겸손은 인격의 뿌리이다
Humility is the root of character.

18/05/2026

TIME IS TICKING! LET'S GO DRAGON'S!!

Our dragon has been guarding the honey long enough… and frankly, he is starting to take his role a little too seriously!

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On the payment screen, add a note 'dragons spirit' so your order gets recorded against the club.

Taekwon! Master Raukura 👊👊👊