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Welcome to the US National Taekwondo Association!
The first and only organization to establish an American link to the traditional Taekwondo associations in Korea. We are America's premier traditional Taekwondo organization, offering both National and International certification to our members in the martial art of Taekwondo.
Our Mission
The Mission of the USNTA is to provide a fraternal organization for the promotion and preservation of Taekwondo as a martial art. The USNTA will strive to service all needs of the traditional Taekwondo stylist, from the highest level master, to the beginner student.
A Personal Message from the President
Welcome to the USNTA family of schools. We are excited that you have decided to pursue training in Taekwondo as a traditional Korean martial art and wish you the best of success.
The USNTA was formed in 1999 because of the necessity for an association that not only emphasized Taekwondo technique, but philosophy as well. Our goal for the members of this association is that they will not only grow in martial art technique, but also in their personal and spiritual lives. We are seeking to develop the complete body, mind and spirit philosophy for the greater benefit of every member.
Traditional Taekwondo is not a sport. There is competition held in Sport Sparring and Forms, but the USNTA encourages Self Defense Training for all of its members. The USNTA teaches Taekwondo as a classical Korean Martial Art as the founding fathers of Taekwondo intended it to be with a purpose to develop every aspect of the individual for a healthy mind and body. This helps students become confident, healthy and have a fulfilling life. This organizational website is intended to inform the public of where to find those special schools qualified to guide you on the path to mastery of Taekwondo learning the “Do” or Way of our incredible art. Set your goals high and understand that Taekwondo can be a life long practice with many benefits. We encourage you to support your school and instructor fully and introduce your friends and family to this healthy lifestyle. If you are willing to make the commitment to life long training you will reap the greatest of rewards. You will find that Taekwondo is not only an incredible fitness and personal protection system but also a dynamic personal philosophy. Welcome to the USNTA Family.
Best Wishes,
Richard Hackworth, President/Grand Master
To begin enjoying the many benefits of traditional Taekwondo training we invite you to join a USNTA school near you, click here.