Taekkyeon is a traditional Korean martial art form, and it has been practiced for centuries. This form emphasizes on using footwork, kicks and arm strikes based on fluid and rhythmic movements. There are various synonyms for the word Taekkyeon, such as 'Korean Foot Fighting,' 'Korean Dance Fighting,' 'Korean Traditional Martial Art,' and 'Korean Dance Martial Art.' Additionally, Taekkyeon is abbreviated as TKD or simply Taekwondo. The word Taekwondo is a combination of three Korean words: Tae, meaning foot; Kwon, meaning fist; and Do, meaning way or discipline, which reflects the philosophy and principles of this unique Korean martial art form.