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Word From The Grandmaster |
Welcome
. .to
our school of physical fitness that teaches the ancient
and scientific art of Taekwondo. In this age of turmoil,
it is important that one maintain a strength within one's
self (both mental and physical strength) so that one can
cope with obstacles and difficulties in life more successfully.We
sincerely hope that this school will serve you as an important
institution where you can learn various virtues of the
martial arts that include self-discipline, respect, concentration
and competition. the instruction at KTA Schools is constantly
directed toward that attainment of inner peace and tranquility
within one's self, which will help us to develop harmony
and peace with our fellow man.
Grand
Master Chul Koo Yoon
8th Degree Black Belt
Founder & President
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Chul Koo Yoon - Founder of KTA |
 As one of the founding fathers of Taekwondo in Indiana, Grand Master Yoon
brought his 40+ years of experience to Indianapolis more
than 25 years ago. Since then, he has promoted more than
3,000 students to Black Belt status...and the number continues
to grow. An 8th Degree World Taekwondo Federation certified
Black Belt, Grand Master Yoon conducts all promotion tests
for KTA students as well as special classes for Black
Belts and instructors. His goals include continuing the
growth of Taekwondo among the young and young at heart.
As Indiana State Taekwondo President from 1974-94, Grand
Master Yoon promoted and developed Taekwondo in our state
to its current Olympic status. In 1977, he was named "Instructor
of the Year" by the World Taekwondo Federation and in
1990, he was named "Coach of the Year" by the United States
Taekwondo Union for leading several outstanding National
Champions and World medallists.
In 1981, Grand Master Yoon sponsored and hosted the 1st
USTU Junior Olympics here in Indianapolis. Today that
event has grown to be one of the largest in the U.S.!
When Indianapolis hosted the Pan American Games in 1987,
Grand Master Yoon successfully arranged the addition of
Taekwondo as a new sport in the Games. Taekwondo was the
first event in the Games that sold out!
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