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KENYA INTERNATIONAL ITF TAEKWON-DO ASSOCIATION·SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2017
Background The Kenya International Taekwon-Do Association was established in 2008 under the Kenya Societies Act with the overall goal of developing and promoting the instruction of “international style” taekwon-do across Kiambu County. Other goals pursued by the association include
1. Mentorship for all international taekwon-do members who wish to improve and standardize their martial art technique
2. Campaign and advocate against drug abuse and idleness among the youth by encouraging participation in physical fitness activities and sports
3. Grow and enhance the Kenya International Taekwon-Do Association to a level where it can effectively represent Kiambu County, Kenya and the African continent at internationally acclaimed competitions Currently there are 300 taekwon-do clubs across nine Kenyan counties.
David Kenge is both the founder and president of The Kenya International Taekwon-Do Association and Federation. Indeed,Richard Kenge David is the driving force behind Kenya’s International Taekwon-Do Association and Federation. old and living in Isiolo County.David Kenge’s interest in this martial art form stemmed from his father’s exposure to taekwon-do while serving in the armed forces. In 2001 David Kenge convinced the then Isiolo District Commissioner, John Chege, to allow him and a few of his friends to conduct a Taekwon-do demonstration during Madaraka Day Celebrations. Since then David Kenge has:
(1) gained four black belt degrees;
(2) completed all the training needed to become an internationally recognized Taekwon-do instructor;
(3) established the Limuru International Physical and Fitness Centre where he trains 300 young people in Taekwon-do;
(4) won Best Coach in Africa award in 2015;
(5) won a bronze medal for four consecutive years from participating in the German Open WTF Competitions and (6) embarked on gaining his international certification as a special needs Taekwon-do instructor.
David Kenge’s current titles include Vice President of the International Taekwon-Do Union in Africa, and Founder and President of the Kenya International Taekwon-Do Association and Federation. It is Kenge’s personal mission to develop and mentor Kenya’s first Olympic level taekwon-do team and lead them to the 2020 Summer Games in Japan. To achieve this audacious goal, Kenya’s current taekwon-do champions need more exposure and practice at international level competitions. When asked about their chances of success on a global stage, David Kenge said: “We are confident, if given the opportunity to attend the 2017 Championship event, we will return home with at least one gold and several silver medals. The exposure and experience will go a long way in preparing our youth for the 2020 Summer Olympic Games which we also plan to attend.” History and Benefits of Taekwon-do Taekwon-do, as we know it today, was developed by Major General Choi Hong Hi who trained in both the Korean traditional martial art form known as Taek Kyon and Karate a Japanese martial art form. It was not until the 1940's, during the Japanese occupation of Korea that Major General Choi Hong Hi decided Korea needed a unique martial art form for it's own army—thus the introduction and formalization of Taekwon-Do as an official Korean martial art form. General Choi compiled a total of 24 Taekwon-do patterns that make it totally different from other martial arts and established the following tenets that all players must abide by: • Courtesy (Ye Ui) • Integrity (Yom Chi) • Perseverance (In Nae) • Self-Control (Guk Gi) • Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgul) It is these core tenets, the precision in movement and the system of ranking that help build confidence, enhance self-esteem, strengthen body and mind, and develop discipline in the youth involved in this sport. Taekwon-do students often admit to feeling healthier and more confident. Mastering self-defense techniques often filters through to all phases of a young person’s home, school and social life. Furthermore, as students progress in the Martial Arts they admit to gaining greater respect for themselves and others and noticing an improvement in their coordination, balance, flexibility and concentration levels.
Best regards,
Richard K David
KENYA INTERNATIONAL ITF TAEKWON-DO ASSOCIATION·SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2017
Background The Kenya International Taekwon-Do Association was established in 2008 under the Kenya Societies Act with the overall goal of developing and promoting the instruction of “international style” taekwon-do across Kiambu County. Other goals pursued by the association include
1. Mentorship for all international taekwon-do members who wish to improve and standardize their martial art technique
2. Campaign and advocate against drug abuse and idleness among the youth by encouraging participation in physical fitness activities and sports
3. Grow and enhance the Kenya International Taekwon-Do Association to a level where it can effectively represent Kiambu County, Kenya and the African continent at internationally acclaimed competitions Currently there are 300 taekwon-do clubs across nine Kenyan counties.
David Kenge is both the founder and president of The Kenya International Taekwon-Do Association and Federation. Indeed,Richard Kenge David is the driving force behind Kenya’s International Taekwon-Do Association and Federation. old and living in Isiolo County.David Kenge’s interest in this martial art form stemmed from his father’s exposure to taekwon-do while serving in the armed forces. In 2001 David Kenge convinced the then Isiolo District Commissioner, John Chege, to allow him and a few of his friends to conduct a Taekwon-do demonstration during Madaraka Day Celebrations. Since then David Kenge has:
(1) gained four black belt degrees;
(2) completed all the training needed to become an internationally recognized Taekwon-do instructor;
(3) established the Limuru International Physical and Fitness Centre where he trains 300 young people in Taekwon-do;
(4) won Best Coach in Africa award in 2015;
(5) won a bronze medal for four consecutive years from participating in the German Open WTF Competitions and (6) embarked on gaining his international certification as a special needs Taekwon-do instructor.
David Kenge’s current titles include Vice President of the International Taekwon-Do Union in Africa, and Founder and President of the Kenya International Taekwon-Do Association and Federation. It is Kenge’s personal mission to develop and mentor Kenya’s first Olympic level taekwon-do team and lead them to the 2020 Summer Games in Japan. To achieve this audacious goal, Kenya’s current taekwon-do champions need more exposure and practice at international level competitions. When asked about their chances of success on a global stage, David Kenge said: “We are confident, if given the opportunity to attend the 2017 Championship event, we will return home with at least one gold and several silver medals. The exposure and experience will go a long way in preparing our youth for the 2020 Summer Olympic Games which we also plan to attend.” History and Benefits of Taekwon-do Taekwon-do, as we know it today, was developed by Major General Choi Hong Hi who trained in both the Korean traditional martial art form known as Taek Kyon and Karate a Japanese martial art form. It was not until the 1940's, during the Japanese occupation of Korea that Major General Choi Hong Hi decided Korea needed a unique martial art form for it's own army—thus the introduction and formalization of Taekwon-Do as an official Korean martial art form. General Choi compiled a total of 24 Taekwon-do patterns that make it totally different from other martial arts and established the following tenets that all players must abide by: • Courtesy (Ye Ui) • Integrity (Yom Chi) • Perseverance (In Nae) • Self-Control (Guk Gi) • Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgul) It is these core tenets, the precision in movement and the system of ranking that help build confidence, enhance self-esteem, strengthen body and mind, and develop discipline in the youth involved in this sport. Taekwon-do students often admit to feeling healthier and more confident. Mastering self-defense techniques often filters through to all phases of a young person’s home, school and social life. Furthermore, as students progress in the Martial Arts they admit to gaining greater respect for themselves and others and noticing an improvement in their coordination, balance, flexibility and concentration levels.
Best regards,
Richard K David
