[K-Correspondent] Taekwondo culture in Hong Kong

Taekwondo is known around the world, but in Hong Kong, the Korean martial art is more than just a sport its educational and cultural aspects are being valued more and more.

How popular is Taekwondo in Hong Kong and how is the Korean martial art expanding its presence there?

Let’s hear more from a special guest who is leading the way in spreading Taekwondo culture in Hong Kong.

We are now connected with Taekwondo master No Rae, CEO of NRG Taekwondo Korea. Welcome Master No!

Q1. First off, how popular is Taekwondo in Hong Kong right now?

Q2. How big of an expansion have you seen in the number of Taekwondo practitioners, formal Taekwondo training halls, referred to as “dojang” and Taekwondo lessons or programs?

Q3. Hong Kong is known for its education fever. So, in terms of the educational, or also social and cultural aspects, how is Taekwondo appealing to the Hong Kong people?

Q4. Your “dojang” teaches Taekwondo for little children, teenagers and adults. Based on your experience in teaching classes for a wide range of age groups, what are the differences you see? (What are the different needs and what are the different responses you get?)

Q5. How is Taekwondo reaching out to the Hong Kong public? I heard there are international competitions, cultural festivals and programs working with public institutions and schools?

Q6. What do you think is needed for Taekwondo to continue to get plenty of love in Hong Kong? Are there any challenges that need to be overcome for the expansion of the martial art?

A) Although Taekwondo has been around in many countries for some time, has the interest increased further due the growing popularity of the Korean wave?

B) Any final words for our global viewers who might want to start learning Taekwondo?

Thank you very much Master No, for connecting with us today and your role in spreading Korea's Taekwondo culture in Hong Kong.

Thank you Walter, we'll see you back tomorrow.