Taekwondo is a well known, high impact Korean martial art. It involves many components of fitness and various energy systems. Sparring, one of many activities Taekwondo involves, is an Olympic event. when training in Taekwondo you should expect to see blocks, kicks, punches, and open-handed strikes and may also include various take-downs or sweeps, throws, and joint locks. one who is interested in developing strength, speed, balance, flexibility, and stamina should definitely consider taking up Taekwondo. The video below will show Olympic sparring at the top level.