I agree. I think some of this is instructor based. Some kung fu teachers focus on the practical aspects while others focus on the sports aspect just like taekwo

I agree. I think some of this is instructor based. Some kung fu teachers focus on the practical aspects while others focus on the sports aspect just like taekwondo point fighting. I think you have to go in with an open mind. If you've already made up your mind that you want a "practical" martial art and that taekwondo is only for point fighting then you will not enjoy it. That said I still think a professional Korean Tiger athlete will wipe the floor with most geeks and my money would be on the Korean Tigers.