GLOBAL TANGSOODO FEDERATION

Worldwide Federation
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Mission



The mission of the GTF is to represent, promote & work for the development of the practice of Tangsoodo in all countries by:

  • Coordinating and certifying Tangsoodo activities such as competitions and seminars
  • Setting and enforcing high quality standards for technical and teaching
  • Identifying and collaborating with affiliated organizations, such as Continental Federations, National Associations,   and Allied National Associations
  • Providing assistance to local Tangsoodo organizations
  • Certification for Black Belt holders, international instructors and Referees.
Objevtives

  • Promote and develop GTF Tangsoodo as a means of building a better society on a foundation of peace, freedom, and justice
  • Regulate the teaching of GTF Tangsoodo as well as the development of new methods and practices
  • Improve the quality of GTF Tangsoodo
    instruction by applying high standards of ethics, conduct, education, and achievement
  • Establish and maintain the highest standards of professional ethics and conduct for all members of the GTF
  • Coordinate GTF Tangsoodo activities around the world
  • Resolve disagreements and conflicts between members
  • Operate the GTF in countries around the globe without discrimination on any basis; this includes race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and political beliefs.
Tangsoodo Can be a Tool For Social Development

  • To use GTF Tangsoodo as a tool for social development, we must practice Tangsoodo not just for ourselves, but also to improve life in our communities.
  • GTF Tangsoodo can be a powerful tool to help solve social problems such as drug abuse and juvenile delinquency, providing structure, discipline, and self-confidence that carry over into all aspects of life.
  • There is a lot of work to be done in this area, but there is also an enormous potential for improvement.
  • By striving to develop all four facets of GTF Tangsoodo to the maximum, we can realize our full potential as individuals and as an organization.


 Fundamental Values
  • Practitioners of Tangsoodo recognize that they are forever students of our Founder President,  Master ARUN K. JANGRA.  The GTF and its affiliated organizations will strengthen and promote the legacy of Master Jangra.
  • The GTFbelongs to all its members; it must work for its members and with its members to provide the services they need and want. 
  • The GTF and its affiliated organizations are always open to suggestions from members and encourage innovative ideas.
  • The GTF and its affiliated organizations are and must remain free of all political influence. 
  • All qualifications and promotions within the GTF and its affiliated organizations will be attributed according to merit and in conformity with well-established criteria.
  • The respect of hierarchy authority is an important principle in all martial arts. All members of GTF will respect those who are their seniors in the organization, particularly their teacher. On the other hand, the seniors will treat their students and other juniors with respect and fairness.