Tae kwon-do (also known as Tae Kwon-Do) is the art of self defense that originated in Korea. It is recognized as one of the oldest forms of martial...Tae kwon-do (also known as Tae Kwon-Do) is the art of self defense that originated in Korea. It is recognized as one of the oldest forms of martial arts in the world, reaching back over 2,000 years. The name was selected for its appropriate description of the art: Tae (foot), Kwon (hand), Do (art). Show more