International Taekwon-Do Federation RD

ITF Taekwon-Do from the Netherlands

International Taekwon-Do Federation RD, or ITF-RD for short, is committed to everyone who practices or wants to start ITF Taekwon-Do. The Dutch organization follows the original style associated on the official website with its founder, General Choi Hong Hi.

As the official INO in the Netherlands, ITF-RD supports clubs, athletes, instructors, and officials with training sessions, seminars, instructor courses, and guidance toward national and international competitions.

The organization

Profile

A volunteer Dutch organisation

ITF-RD is a foundation with a board and committees for referees, technical matters, training and education, and public relations, among other areas. The official website emphasises that the organisation's work is carried out on a voluntary basis.

The organisation focuses on promoting and practising ITF Taekwon-Do and on strengthening the quality of affiliated clubs. Commitment, experience, cooperation and continuity are central to this.

ITF-RD is based in the Netherlands and maintains contact with clubs, athletes and interested parties through its own website and secretariat.

Over the years

History

Connected to the original ITF lineage

ITF-RD describes itself as affiliated with the ITF organization founded by General Choi Hong Hi, which, according to its own website, is led by his son, Grandmaster Choi Jung Hwa.

The Dutch organization presents its INO status as the national representation of this ITF lineage in the Netherlands. A separate founding year for ITF-RD is not listed on the official pages consulted, so that field has been left blank.

Within the sport

Activities and role

Training, education and competitive sport

ITF-RD organizes nationwide training sessions, seminars and instructor training courses to strengthen the quality of its affiliated clubs. Dan grade examinations and activities related to technique and instruction are also part of the organization's work.

The refereeing committee provides training for officials and keeps them informed about changes to national and international rules. The committee for nationwide training works on the development and selection of athletes for European and World Championships.

Through these activities, ITF-RD supports both the everyday practice of Taekwon-Do and preparation for national and international competitions.

Connection

Membership and participation

Affiliated clubs

The official website lists several affiliated schools and associations, including Taekwon-Do Beuk, Taekwon-Do Academie Gelderland, Soo Bak-Gi, Ma-Ryuk, West-Fries Taekwon-do Centrum, Meng-Ho Taekwon-do, Him Yoo Sool Taekwon-do, Muye Dojang, Taekwon-Do Academie Utrecht and Thijssen Taekwon-do Academie.

These clubs form the local foundation of ITF-RD. Through them, athletes can train, take part in nationwide activities, and work towards exams, seminars and competitions.

Why this matters

Impact and meaning

Quality, tradition and a safe sporting environment

ITF-RD aims to preserve the original style and technical foundation of ITF Taekwon-Do while supporting clubs in their continued development. The organization considers training, cooperation and knowledgeable officials essential conditions for quality.

Safety is an explicit part of this. ITF-RD has a confidential contact person for athletes and others involved who are dealing with a problem, concern or unsafe situation. According to the official website, conversations are treated confidentially.

By supporting athletes of different ages and skill levels, ITF-RD aims to contribute to an engaged and respectful Taekwon-Do community in the Netherlands.

Media and additional information

News, calendar and contact

The official website publishes information from ITF-RD about training sessions, seminars, courses, dan grade examinations, tournaments, clubs, news and the organization. It also includes pages about the board, committees, a safe sporting environment and an online shop.

ITF-RD can be reached via the official website itf-rd.com. The website lists Hennie Thijssen as chair and shows the foundation's board and contact structure.