"Welcome to the U.S. American Open Tournament Series – an innovation in taekwondo events in the United States for 2026. The U.S. American Open Series is a high quality, professionally produced series of events, at the U.S. National Level that are open to all athletes who reside in the United States. 

The American Open Series will serve as a qualifying event for the 2026 U.S. National Taekwondo Championships, to be held in Charlotte, North Carolina."

USA Taekwondo American Open East

USA Taekwondo is the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport of taekwondo in the United States of America as recognized by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC). USATKD provides developmental opportunities for Taekwondo athletes throughout the United States to cultivate their knowledge of the sport while striving for world- class status.
Taekwondo is a defensive martial art that combines philosophy, mental discipline, physical exercise, and physical ability. It promotes a wide range of principles including the following:

Good physical condition
Self-Defense or the ability to defend oneself Self-Confidence
Respect
Good health regardless of gender, physique, or age

The origins of taekwondo, which go back two thousand years, lie in Korea. During its history, this sport has been known by various names, like Taekyon or Subak. Its official name nowadays, taekwondo, was announced in 1955; a year later, the first championships were held. The Korean Taekwondo Federation was founded in 1965, and the World Taekwondo Federation was founded in 1973. During the same year, the first World Championship took place. Taekwondo became an official Olympic Sport at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia.



USA Taekwondo American Open East

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