ETA

About ETA

The Ethiopian Taekwondo Association (ETA) is the governing body for Taekwondo in Ethiopia. It was established in 1990 and is recognized by the International Taekwondo Federation (ITF) and the Ethiopian National Olympic Committee. The ETA is responsible for promoting and developing Taekwondo in Ethiopia, organizing competitions and events, and selecting and training athletes to represent Ethiopia in international competitions.

The ETA has a national team that competes in various international competitions, including the African Taekwondo Championships and the World Taekwondo Championships. The association also organizes national championships and training camps for athletes of all ages and skill levels.


In addition to promoting Taekwondo as a sport, the ETA also emphasizes the martial art’s values of discipline, respect, and self-control. The association works to promote these values among its members and in the wider community through various outreach programs and initiatives.


Overall, the Ethiopian Taekwondo Association plays an important role in promoting and developing Taekwondo in Ethiopia and helping build a strong and vibrant martial arts community.

About ITF HQ Korea

ITF HQ Korea is the headquarters of the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) located in Seoul, South Korea. The ITF is a global organization that promotes the practice and development of Taekwon-Do, a Korean martial art that emphasizes self-defense, discipline, and physical fitness. The ITF HQ Korea serves as the administrative center for the organization, overseeing the development of Taekwon-Do programs, organizing international competitions, and providing training and certification for instructors and practitioners.

The ITF HQ Korea is led by the Grand Master, who is responsible for overseeing the organization’s activities and promoting the values of Taekwon-Do around the world. The headquarters also houses a museum dedicated to the history and philosophy of Taekwon-Do, as well as a training center where practitioners can learn and refine their skills. The ITF HQ Korea plays a vital role in promoting the practice of Taekwon-Do and advancing the organization’s mission of fostering physical and mental well-being through martial arts training.

Sabom Abera Milkesa

President

A Few Words About

Our President

"Sabom Abera Milkesa is a talented international taekwondo instructor who has been training in the art for several years. He has played a remarkable role in introducing the art throughout the country and has won several medals in tournaments held in different countries while representing his country. He is an experienced and talented instructor who has a lot of knowledge and skill to offer his students. It's inspiring to see individuals like him who are passionate about their craft and have dedicated themselves to mastering it. He is still achieving success in his taekwondo journey and in inspiring others to pursue their passions."

Story of our President in Gallery

with

Choi Jung-hwa

The ultimate aim of Taekwondo lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants." - Choi Hong Hi

during

competition

dec 2013
"The Best fighter is not a Boxer, Karate or Judo man. The best fighter is someone who can adapt on any style. He kicks too good for a Boxer, Throws too good for a Karate man, and punches too good for a Judo man." - Bruce Lee
nov 2011

training

in korea

nov 2011
"The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in combat." - Richard Marcinko
"The ultimate goal of Taekwondo is to develop oneself to the fullest extent possible, physically, mentally, and spiritually." - Unknown
aug 2022
Taekwondo is more than an art!
giving to the society what we have been give is my discipline.

Harari

contributing to make our enviroment safe

aug 2022
mar 2022
"Martial arts is not about fighting; it's about building character." - Bo Bennett

addis ababa

during annual seminar

mar 2022
jul 2021
"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today." - Franklin D. Roosevelt

at muday charity association

mar 2022

addis ababa

seminar with mr. evans

oct 2022

Zimbabwe

feb 2022
Keep working, keep Focusing , keep the discipline and the consistency until you reach your limit!
may 2023

Netherlands

A great time with gM Sanders & master Baker
#Dan Test

may 2023
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs
may 2023
"The true meaning of martial arts is to seek and understand the meaning of life itself." - Mas Oyama
aug 2022

Addis Ababa

i am sabom abera milkesa
president of ethiopia taekwondo association