FAQ: Shincheonji Church of Jesus Taekwondo Team's World Stage Achievements

What achievements did the Shincheonji Church of Jesus taekwondo team recently accomplish?

The team won four gold medals, seven silver medals, and 14 bronze medals at the 2025 Park Chung-hee Cup International Open Taekwondo Competition in South Korea, and also achieved outstanding results at the 2025 Kim Un-yong Cup International Open Taekwondo Competition in Busan.

Where and when did the Park Chung-hee Cup International Open Taekwondo Competition take place?

The competition was held at the Sangju Indoor Gymnasium in South Korea from July 18-21, 2025.

How many athletes participated in the Park Chung-hee Cup International Open Taekwondo Competition?

Approximately 4,200 athletes from 18 countries participated in the competition.

What did the gold medal winner Lee Jun-wi say about their preparation for the competition?

Lee Jun-wi mentioned that despite not having enough training time, the team focused as much as possible within the given time, which led to good results.

What are the future plans of the Shincheonji taekwondo team according to Coach Kim Deok-hoon?

Coach Kim Deok-hoon plans to systematically prepare a training system and strategy to participate with more people and improved skills in future competitions.

How has the Shincheonji taekwondo team performed in previous competitions?

The team has established itself as a national team with both skill and stable team management, winning medals at the 2024 Mungyeong World Taekwondo Festival and other domestic and international competitions.

What broader activities does Shincheonji Church engage in beyond taekwondo?

Shincheonji Church promotes talent development in various fields such as sports, culture, and the arts, and plans to continue promoting healthy living through sports.