Breaking is the destruction of wood, tiles and bricks using many parts of the body. There are different kinds of breaking, displaying accuracy, speed and power.

Breaking is a very dynamic and exciting component of Taekwondo. As well as this breaking is symbolic of success for one must aim beyond the object in order to break it, much like one must focus on the goal and beyond in order to conquer their obstacles.

Taekwondo is unique in that breaking is often required in order to pass a grading and obtain the next ran