Abstract
As Taekwondo is one of the world's most culturally diverse martial art sports, overseas Korean Taekwondo leaders have increased opportunities for dealing in environments with multiple cultural differences while working with local Koreans and Korean overseas. The purpose of this study was to provide: (i) conceptual understanding of networks; (ii) the present state of relevant Taekwondo organizations; (iii) perceived constraining factors of establishing international cooperative network processes and structure as well the methods of their improvement through in-depth interview with overseas Korean Taekwondo leaders. It concludes by proposing a conceptual framework, drawing on elements of effective organizational network structures including a primary core group and four secondary participation groups, as an essential foundation for future Taekwondo network of overseas Korean leaders in a global environment. KCI Citation Count: 6