Asia SOCIETY | Asia Society x NGV: Mindfulness in Taekwondo
VIEW EVENT DETAILSAn introduction to Taekwondo and mindfulness with Master Robert Pace, 7th Dan
Learn Taekwondo, practice mindfulness in movement.
It’s the new year in the lunar calendar, so get up and out of your chair! Get moving as you learn about the origins and ethos of this Korean tradition that has become a world-wide sporting phenomenon.
A workout for the body and the mind, Taekwondo is as much about self-discipline and intentional movement, as it is about self-defence. Recognised for its breathing method, Taekwondo focuses heavily on breath control and mindfulness in executing sharp and controlled movements.
Set in front of the contemplative work of Korean artist Lee Ufan on display in NGV Triennial, and surrounded by the accompanying architectural installation by world-renowned architect Kengo Kuma and local artist Geoff Nees, Taekwondo Master Robert Pace demonstrates a selection of Taekwondo skills, walking audiences through the basics of the Korean martial art and sharing some of the mindfulness elements intrinsic to the sport.
Learn a new way to be present, improve your coordination and your overall body awareness in the year of the Ox, and be introduced to poomsae, or ‘patterns’ – a set of repetitive movements requiring intense focus, arranged in a meaningful order designed to get you in the ‘zone’.
Date: Saturday 13 February 2021
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. AEDT
This event is open to the public and will run as webcast only. Registration is essential. For further enquiries contact: [email protected]
Image: Robert performs in front of Kengo Kuma & Associates, Tokyo and Paris (architecture studio); Kengo Kuma (designer); Geoff Nees (artist) Botanical pavilion 2020 on display as part of NGV Triennial 2020 at NGV International, 19 December 2020 – 18 April 2021 © Kengo Kuma and Geoff Nees