The program was attended by leaders from the Department of Physical Education and Sports , the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports, the Hanoi Taekwondo Federation, experts, national team coaches, and more than 1,000 parents and students who have accompanied the center throughout its journey.
In his opening remarks, Master Nguyen Dinh Toan – Founder of Taekwondo Kids Vietnam and former World Taekwondo Champion – could not hide his emotion as he reflected on the past 10 years. “A decade has been a journey filled with pride. From the early days when Taekwondo Kids was just a small class, to today, this journey has never been simply about teaching martial arts. It is a journey of dedication, of childhood, and of growth, ” Master Nguyen Dinh Toan shared.
He emphasized two keywords: "Steadfastness" and "Reaching Far." "Steadfastness" refers to the mission of cultivating virtue and talent, patiently refining each movement so that the children are not only skilled in martial arts but also strong-willed. And "Reaching Far" reflects the aspiration to bring the Vietnamese martial spirit to the wider world, towards the Southeast Asian region.
The anniversary celebration is not only an opportunity to reminisce but also a moment to honor the tireless efforts. Over the past 10 years, Taekwondo Kids Vietnam has expanded its system to 7 locations in Hanoi , Ho Chi Minh City, and Quang Ninh, attracting more than 1,000 regular students.
At the ceremony, Mr. Vu Xuan Thanh, Chief of the Office of the Department of Physical Education and Sports - Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, presented certificates of honor to the outstanding collective and individuals of the Center. This is a valuable recognition from the state management agency for the contributions of Taekwondo Kids in physical education and the development of the movement.
In addition, the Center was honored to receive certificates of merit from the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports and the Hanoi Taekwondo Federation. Mr. Nguyen Manh Hung - President of the Hanoi Taekwondo Federation - personally presented the awards and delivered a congratulatory speech, affirming the leading position of Kids Taekwondo among grassroots clubs in the capital city.
In particular, many high-achieving martial arts students were honored and rewarded on this occasion. 2025 is considered a year of "bumper harvest" of medals for Taekwondo Kids teachers and students. Outstanding students such as Vo Viet Anh (Southeast Asian Gold Medal in Sparring, Asian Bronze Medal), Nguyen Pham Thanh Nguyen (Southeast Asian Gold Medal in Creative Poomsae), along with a host of other young talents such as Le Chu Hai Phong, Nguyen Minh Duy Anh, Hoang Tran Khanh Ha... have won many national and international medals for young age groups. These medals are not just pure sporting achievements, but the sweet result of the educational philosophy of "sowing the seeds of discipline - nurturing character" that Master Nguyen Dinh Toan and his team of coaches have diligently cultivated.
Within the framework of the program, Taekwondo Kids Vietnam announced strategic advancements in international cooperation. With the aspiration to provide a comprehensive training environment, the Center has promoted signing agreements and exchanges with Jaeil Sports Center (South Korea) and WhiteCourt Martial Arts Center (Canada). The achievement of 29 medals (including 21 gold medals) at the Tirak International Taekwondo Tournament (Thailand) by the Taekwondo Kids team is clear evidence of the students' ability to integrate and their international competitive spirit.
Beyond its professional aspects, Taekwondo Kids Vietnam also focuses on spreading humanitarian values. The charitable project "Taekwondo Kids & Friends," launched to celebrate its 10th anniversary and support disadvantaged children in Northern Vietnam, has received a positive response, teaching martial arts students lessons about sharing and community responsibility.
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