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Okay - this HARD. VERY HARD. Which of these logos below is the REAL ITFNZ
Logo? Look carefully! When you think you know which one it is DOUBLE
CLICK IT to see if you are right. See if you can get it
right on your first attempt.
Did you know...
The ITFNZ logo was designed by Mr David Sauvage, a 3rd dan black belt
from Auckland. The design was chosen from entries in a National Competition
held in late 1989. It incorporates the kiwi, the unofficial emblem of
New Zealand, and the lettering in the centre of the logo is written in
Korean 'Han-Gul'.
The logo reflects the oriental idea of opposite forces (yin/yang) making
up a whole. Two opposites balancing together is central to oriental philosophy,
indicating that while things continually change in infinity, there will
always be balance and harmony. This idea can be found in the Korean flag.
The colours of black, red and blue were chosen because not only are
they present in both the Korean and New Zealand flags but also the three
most senior belt colours in Taekwon-Do are represented.