WT + Kukkiwon
What is the difference between World Taekwondo and Kukkiwon? Which should I join?
WT + KUKKIWON
The Kukkiwon and World Taekwondo (WT) are two important entities in the world of Taekwondo, each with its own roles and responsibilities within the sport
World Taekwondo
WT
International federation governing the sport of taekwondo and is a member of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations
- International governing body for Taekwondo, responsible for organizing and regulating international Taekwondo events, including the Olympic Games
- Enforces rules for Taekwondo competitions, ensuring fair play and standardization across events.
- Getting Taekwondo recognized as an Olympic sport and continues to oversee Taekwondo's presence in the Olympic Games
- Supports the development of Taekwondo worldwide, including providing assistance to member associations and promoting grassroots participation
- Fosters relationships with National Olympic Committees, other international sports federations, and governmental bodies to promote Taekwondo globally.
- Anti-doping efforts in Taekwondo, ensuring that the sport remains clean and fair.
Kukkiwon
KUKKIWON
The Kukkiwon is located in Seoul, South Korea, and serves as the symbolic home of Taekwondo.
- Centre for Taekwondo education and promotion worldwide. . It sets and maintains standards for teaching and practicing Taekwondo.
- Issuing black belt certifications and ranks recognized globally
- Develops and updates the Taekwondo curriculum
- Conducts research to improve Taekwondo techniques, training methods, and equipment
- Promotes Taekwondo globally through seminars, workshops, and competitions, spreading the art and philosophy of Taekwondo
- Symbolic home of Taekwondo.