Interesting topic. I remember this being discussed when I did TKD back in the 80s and early 90s; much as the discussions about Karate being included in the Olympics is today. The general feeling back then ( in my circles anyway) was that although mass media exposure to the art would be welcomed, it would likely eventually be modified to suit the TV audience. The Olympic TKD is nothing like what I used to do and many other former TKD fighters I speak to feel the same. From that perspective it does nothing to progress the art - unless kicking foam filled bin liners is your thing. Electronic touch scoring (a la fencing) has changed the way the fighters perform beyond the curriculum of TKD. A bit like Karate in the competitive days of Enoeda, Sherry,Brennan, Higgins et all, TKD used to be a messy affair pre foam protection. Those wanting Karate in the Olympics should beware what they wish for.
Posted on: Mon, 30 Jun 2014 21:55:02 +0000
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