On Saturday, 7 February 2026, Sahyun Robert Boer will lead a 3.5-hour ITF Radix training session in Elburg focused on practical self-defense applications rooted in ITF Taekwon-Do patterns. This workshop offers a unique chance to explore pattern-based combat skills and deepen your understanding of Taekwon-Do’s tactical foundations.

In February 2026, ITF Denmark welcomes practitioners to an extended black belt and national training seminar in Horsens with Master Robert Boer from the Netherlands. With a strong focus on sparring and practical self defence, and sessions for both black belts and color belts, this weekend promises high level training, technical development, and inspiration for all dedicated Taekwon Do students.

In Taekwon-Do gradings, we often assess physical skill, high kicks, fast movement, board breaks, but true mastery goes beyond performance. When we ask thoughtful, open-ended questions at gradings, we transform tests into meaningful learning moments. Reflective dialogue invites students to understand why they train, how the Five Tenets truly shape their character, and where their journey is headed. By encouraging self-awareness and honest reflection, instructors help practitioners become technically stronger, mentally resilient, ethically grounded, and self-directed. Better questions lead to deeper understanding, and deeper understanding builds better Black Belts.

National Taekwon-Do Norway hosts Instructor Course 6. Self Defence on March 14–15, 2026, at Tromsø Taekwon-Do Club. Led by Roy Rolstad, the course focuses on practical Taekwon-Do self defence, tactical decision making, stress management, and realistic pattern-based application, built on ITF Radix principles.

Roy Rolstad reflects on presenting the ITF Radix project at the 4th ITF Elite Stage and Competition in La Nucía Spain. An inspiring start to 2026 focused on patterns application learning and people.

Start 2026 with Purpose! Join Us for the ITF Radix New Year Seminar in Krimpen

Kick off the new year with focused Taekwon-Do training at the Radix Seminar in Krimpen aan den IJssel on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Led by Sahyun Robert Boer, this seminar offers youth, juniors, and seniors the opportunity to deepen their understanding of fundamentals, refine technical structure, and train with intentionality. Hosted by Ta Nimjae Krimpen, the day combines clear progression with practical application rooted in the ITF Radix approach.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen basics, sharpen precision, or build momentum for your year of training, this seminar is the perfect way to begin.

Discover how the life and legacy of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin, honored as Chung-Moo (Lojal & Martial), reflects the core principles of Taekwon-Do. Learn how his discipline, strategic mastery, and unwavering responsibility under pressure offer powerful lessons for ITF Radix practitioners and the upcoming ITF Radix Tour to Korea.

2025 was a year of results, reflection, and responsibility. From international ITF Radix seminars and major competition success to leadership roles within Oslo East Taekwon-Do Club and National Taekwon-Do Norway, this is a personal reflection on a year defined by community, consistency, and long-term vision.

In this article, Roy Rolstad of ITF Radix clarifies how Hosinsul (self-defence) should be structured and assessed during Taekwon-Do gradings. Emphasizing technique, clarity, and safety, the piece explains why controlled, predictable execution is essential, especially when evaluations involve joint examiner panels and candidates from different clubs. Realism in training has its place, but fair assessment depends on shared standards and preparation.

On Saturday, February 14, 2026, the founders of ITF Radix join forces once again on Norwegian soil, this time in the breathtaking surroundings of Åndalsnes. After years of sharing the Radix vision internationally, they return home to lead a seminar that brings together tradition, realism, and the deeper art of Taekwon-Do. Whether you are a colour belt seeking clarity or a senior practitioner refining your craft, this is your chance to explore the roots of pattern, technique and intent, together.

Join us for a day of honest training, community, and a renewed connection to the true spirit of Taekwon-Do.

Taekwon-Do instructors face a real dilemma: should daily training focus on preparing students for real-world violence, or remain a safe and family friendly martial art? Using data on how violence actually occurs, this article argues for a balanced approach. Realistic self-defense belongs in controlled courses, seminars, and adult classes, while everyday Taekwon-Do should prioritise community, confidence, technical quality and long-term development. The art stays authentic, and the dojang stays welcoming.

When ITF Radix visited London/Wokingham, we saw how Taekwon-Do can transform: familiar drills became dynamic self-defence responses, and patterns you know by heart suddenly gained new purpose and clarity. Under Master Robert Boer’s guidance, questions that many practitioners carry for years finally found answers: How do we make Taekwon-Do our superpower in real-world conflict? How can we turn technique into instinct? The evening left everyone with fresh eyes, deeper understanding, and an appetite for more.

This article explores the shared technical dna between Judo, karate and Taekwon-Do by comparing the two hand mechanics that drive all three arts. Tsurite and hikite in Judo match perfectly with jirugi, terigi, makgi and dangison in Taekwon-Do. The result is a clear understanding of how both systems use the same pulling and guiding engine to break posture, control structure and finish techniques with power and precision.

A personal reflection on the meaning of TCB, Taking Care of Business, and how Elvis Presley’s martial arts journey shaped the motto that inspired millions. From training in Germany and under Korean master Kang Rhee, to influencing Western martial arts culture, Elvis lived by a code that still resonates today. For me, TCB is part of my childhood, my family, and my martial arts path.

A recent academic study offers a new perspective on General Choi Hong-Hi, presenting him not only as the founder of ITF-style Taekwon-Do but as a leader who intentionally built peace, ethics, and character development into the art. The authors argue that the Oath, the Tenets, and the structure of training were designed to teach self-control, reduce conflict, and connect people across cultures. Despite the contradictions in Choi’s life, the article concludes that his deeper legacy is a moral project aimed at shaping better individuals and fostering global understanding through Taekwon-Do.

ITF Radix in London – 18 November

Join Master Rober Boer in London for a focused one-day ITF Radix seminar exploring real-world applications of Taekwon-Do.

ITF Radix returns to the ITF Elite Stage 2026, where tradition meets innovation. Roy Rolstad will present “The Art Within the Art,” exploring how pattern, principle, and practice come together in functional movement. Joined by his own Grand Master Per Andresen from Norway and an international lineup led by Grand Master Wim Bos, this event promises inspiration, depth, and the true spirit of Taekwon-Do.

What began as a 30-day challenge from Grandmaster Henrik Hunstad became a lasting ritual. For over two years, Roy Rolstad has started every morning with 30 pushups and 30 deep squats. In this reflection, he shares how such a simple routine can build discipline, clarity, and balance, both in training and in life.

Language and martial arts share deep roots in Korea. Hanja (Chinese characters) preserve the philosophical foundations of Taekwon-Do, while Hangul (the Korean alphabet) makes those ideas accessible to everyone. In ITF Radix, we follow the same principle: return to the root, uncover the hidden applications, and let the art grow into a complete fighting system.