Recommended Posts. ~U-Know Yunho ~The8 ~Baekhyun; He has a black belt in Hapkido. All Rights Reserved. Bomi has a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo and she has shown her skills in the art on different TV shows as well, including "My Little Television.". What GFRIENDs lead dancer Yerin lacks in training, she makes up for in sheer force of will! Somi has a third degree black belt in Taekwondo! Listen live and on-demand on the free SBS Audio app! Dongwan stated that when Hyesung gets drunk, he does Tae Kwon Do kicks. Started 23 minutes ago. Kung Fu training involves using the power of concentration and discipline in order to do what normal "minds" can't do. 10. #2. Former I.O.I-member-turned-soloist Jeon Somi has also earned her stripes at the dojang(the Korean word for a taekwondo training hall)and shes got the skills to prove it. On top of that Leo has some impressive Taekwondo, boxing, and swimming skills. Judo concentrates on subduing an enemy by pinning him, take down or sharp strikes. While they weren't met with immediate success, it was their album Rising Sun that launched them into stardom. Experience: Beijing Dance Academy I get it, dance is usually considered a form of art and not a sport. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . It was reported that he discontinued doing Taekwondo because he didn't want to cut his hair short like most athletes do. It looks like fans cant get enough of Eunji acting as a playful high school girl! She's really cool! This idol has a 3rd Dan ranking in Taekwondo, which he has trained in since middle school and even competed in competitions. Is Shannon is counted? Thought I'd see if I still had a little Tae Kwon Do in me haha gotta keep training! T-aras Jiyeon has some training in Taekwondo. I dont think she ever said how far she went up to, and the only time she ever showed anything was when variety shows used to make her break boards. Are there any other athlete-turned-idols we should hear about? ~Choi Siwon ~Tao: He is well known for his incredible Wushu and Kung Fu skills. The other aspect is forms. She said her original dream was to work in martial arts though, so I assume she got far enough to be able to visualize herself working in it. One of the female Kpop idols who would be athletes is APINK Chorong. It's like a dance that emphasizes "correct posture and poses" when when executing different moves. Aside From U Kiss's Eli, Exo's Tao And Ex-Super Junior's Hankyung. allkpop is a registered trademark of 6Theory Media, LLC. Although she's showcased them on several occasions, she has admitted . She says it best herself: when shes on the mat, shes not Apinks Bomi shes Taekwondo Girl Bomi! Wait I thought ktigers are a Taekwondo based dance group? Martial Arts Disciplines: Tae Kwon Do, Kendo, Rank: Tae Kwon Do 3rd Degree, Kendo 2nd Degree. Kim Nam-Joon He. TWICE Dahyun Has People Gasping Over Her Looks At New York Fashion Week: 'Wrecked, yes or yes. Taekwondo is SEVENTEENs Hoshis number-one hobby. Jungkook and Jimin are the only members of BTS who have had high training in a martial arts. He has stopped competing since he debuted but continues to practice. Shes proved her capabilities at more than one Idol Star Athletics Championships event, including the 2019ssireum (traditional Korean wrestling) event during which she defeatedfromis_9s Song Ha Young with this rather impressive takedown. I shrug and tell them Im too busy, declining to mention the fact that I am actually in multiple parasocial relationships with my favorite celebrities. As such, Kung Fu is not just about fighting techniques. K-Pop idols are known to be talented in many ways, from singing to rapping and dancing and often a combination of some kind. Originally debuting as a quintet, the group was one of the earliest acts of the second generation. Tiger JK holds 5th dan (rank) in Taekwondo. Hes the epitome of tall, strong, and handsome, and youd definitely want him on your side in a fight! Jungkook (BTS) He was actually inspired by the character Zoro from the anime One Piece. The main principle of Judo is the use of "softness" to beat "hardness". They wear gears and armors to protect their body from getting hit. In addition to some pretty crazy martial arts capabilities, GOT7s Jackson was also a junior champion fencer before he decided to become an idol. 66K views 1 year ago #kpopfacts #bebosstv #bebossbright Beside a bunch of talents like dancing, singing and modeling, Kpop idols just keep surprising us with the ability of doing Martial. 2007 - 2023 6Theory Media, LLC. BAE173 Hangyul (who is also known as a former X1 member) is another K-pop idol who is a third-degree black belt holder in Taekwondo. The Kendo way, however, is not just about fighting using swords. However, she didnt attend class the day the yellow belts were given out! The female idol has showcased her skills in the martial art several times on various TV shows. Making her debut to the acting scene with a cameo in the hit drama, Descendants of the Sun, Joy then went on to take on lead roles in The Liar and His Lover, as well as Tempted: The Great Seducer. Reveluvs praised Joy for her rapid improvement in acting throughout Tempted, which ranked highly in most viewed dramas of the year. Having excelled in his athletic career, he decided to pursue his second love of music and dance. 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His early life This show also featured a few idols (it was a show I watched when I did Taekwondo lol), though I can't be 100% sure if the idols there are actually good at Taekwondo, sorry about that. He has not stopped. From his participation in Seven First Kisses, its obvious that Taecyeon is the dream man for many K-drama fans! For a while he was the youngest person in South Korea to hold a fourth degree black belt in taekwondo, and it seems that he hasnt lost any of his prowess since becoming an idol superstar. Starting with a mini web-drama starring his co-members, To Be Continued, Cha Eunwoo went on to act in dramas like Gangnam Beauty and Rookie HIstorian Goo Hae-ryung. Fans are especially excited about his appearance in the viral webtoon drama adaptation, True Beauty!. Seungeun from BVNDIT is a black belt in taekwondo, Anyone know of any vids of them doing martial arts? Yunho started studying Hapkido at 5. Beside a bunch of talents like dancing, singing and modeling, Kpop idols just keep surprising us with the ability of doing Martial Arts: Taekwondo, Hapkido, Kungfu, Wushu, you name it. Another K-pop idol with some crazy martial arts skills, Yoon Bomi is also a third-degree black belt in taekwondo. TVXQ are dubbed the "Kings of K-pop" for good reason. K-pop idols' talents are not only limited to singing, dancing, rapping, composing, and producing songs. Can't seem to find a clip of it though. Idol Trainee's Status After Joining 'Girls Planet 999'. On April 24, 2002, Rain debuted on the KM TV Music Tank program performing the song Nappun Namja (translated "Bad Guy" or "Evil Man" in English). The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers to this website may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Hoya (INFINITE) This idol has a 3rd Dan ranking in Taekwondo, which he has trained in since middle school and even competed in competitions. Some idols, though, are also totally bada** and know martial arts! So Do You Guys Know Any Korean Idols, That Can Do Martial Arts? Its the fan-girl life for me and I wouldnt have it any other way. But thats not the only thing he brings to a fight: hes also highly trained in kumdo, which is a Korean derivative of the Japanese martial art form kendo. Started June 23, 2020, By Youd definitely want them on your team when things start to get scary! Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Sometimes known simply as "Chinese Martial Arts," Kung Fu is born out of the long history of China. He has also participated in a lot of charity works teaching kids Tae Kwon Do and other fundraising activities using his Tae Kwon Do skills. To wrap up our list, we have Leo from VIXX. BTSs Jimin trained in several martial arts for over eight yearsincluding kendo and taekwondo, which he achieved a black belt in. Somi Your browser does not support video. Next time you need some backup, Felix is the one to call! Her talent in swimming is something she developed before become an idol and has kept on improving. You wouldnt want to be on the wrong end of that sword! August 04, 2021, 11:45 hs Jungkook has been training in martial arts since he was a kid. While he know longer works as a K-Pop idol, this list wouldnt be complete without this Chinese artist. By Kendo is the study of the sword. Former CEO of Stellar's agency responds in more detail to the "misinformation claims" made by former member Gayoung, Fans can't wait for Jessi's appearance on 'Knowing Bros' after seeing her witty talking skills in the teaser. The ones I can think of are APink' Chorong, CNBlue' Jonghyun, Madtown' Jota to name a few. He participated in regional Tae Kwon Do competitions. QUEEN YOONA was chosen the Best idol actress and also BEST ACTRESS according to EXPERTS! Given that she has a third-degree black belt in the art, its no surprise that shes so good. Formerly a JYP trainee, Sungjae debuted with BTOB in 2012 and gained great popularity for his visuals and beautiful voice. does infinite's L know some sort of martial art? H&Ds Lee Hangyul, who was also in X1, is another taekwondo star. In fact, he won a gold medal in the national championships. Martial Arts Discipline: Tae Kwon Do Rank: 4th Dan Background Siwon, for a time, was the youngest 4th dan blackbelter in Korea. Stray Kids Felix Fashion: Idol's Charming Styles To Try On For Boys Night Out! Experience: Martial Arts High School in Shenzhen There is not much information about Cheng Xiao as Cosmic Girls only debuted this year. Here are 10 idols with competitive experience. Others started avoiding him but it motivated him even more. The multi-talented golden maknae has a black belt in Taekwondo! Watch movies, TV shows, Sports and Documentaries, Beats For Broken Hearts (No Vocal Chop Edit) by hectic zeniths, Tu Isaq Mera by Neha Kakkar, Earl Edgar & Meet Bros, Answers to most commonly asked questions can be found via the SBS Help Centre. 2023 The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers on this website. Yeah I've checked out her videos. 10. Junsu (TVXQ) has learned Taekwondo before as well. In his demonstrations, he has shown that he favors the stick as his weapon but is also an expert in. Chansung didn't leave that much of a mark in Cool Kiz On The Block but that doesn't mean he has nothing to show. Group (2018-present): Stray Kids Introduction Lee Min Ho (), popularly known as Lee Know, is a South Korean singer and dancer under JYP Entertainment. #1. Known as the nations little sister, IU has consistently received love from the greater public. 1. In a group of this size, showcasing individual skills becomes challenging, as most three-to-four-minute songs are divided among 13 members. Shed definitely have your back in a fight. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Martial arts skills Jungkook wearing his Taekwondo outfit It is about learning how to behave with utmost respect towards self and society and follow the royal legacy ancient Japanese fighters. He has participated in a variety of films, including ordinary dramas like Hundred Days My Prince, comedy-thrillers like Room No.7, tear-jerker movies like My Annoying Brother, and musicals like Swing Kids, showing that hes determined not to be typecast or limited to one type of role. Even in a pair of jeans, she executes some flawless moves! However, he truly achieved a breakthrough in recognition after landing a leading role in Who Are You: School 2015. His following starring role in the hit drama, Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, further solidified his new reputation as an idol-actor. Choi Siwon (Super Junior) is quite skilled in tae kwon do and was once the youngest in South Korea to hold the fourth rank in the black belt. 8. Although it originally started as a "short strike" martial arts having most of its offensive moves directed at pressure points, locks and throws, it has evolved to become a real fusion of the most effective techniques and and styles. On an episode of Pops in Seoul, Stray Kidss Felix revealed he won multiple medals in taekwondo as a child and reached third-degree black belt level. EXO 's D.O. IU (Lee Ji-Eun) ( Kakao M) Lee Ji-Eun, professionally known as IU is the most popular South Korean singer and songwriter. I know some idols like Somi, Solji and an Apink member who are trained in martial arts In the video, he's the kid on the left side of the screen. Theyre obviously super fit and in great condition, what with all the pressure put on them to look perfect, perform intense dance moves, and survive grueling schedules. Pfft, everyone took mine. 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