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14 Cards in this Set
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Dan gun |
21 movement pattern. It is named after the holy Dan gun, the legendary founder of Korea in 2333BC |
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Yellow belt |
Signifies the earth from with the plant sprouts and takes root as the taekwondo foundation is laid |
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Front kick |
The correct tool for the front kick is the ball of the foot. This is achieved by locking the ankle forward and pulling the toes back |
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Side kick |
The correct tool for the side kick is the under outer edge of the heal. This is achieved by locking the ankle back and in. |
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Patterns |
Each pattern has a meaning. These represent an important person or event in Korean history and are there to inspire the student |
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Chon ji |
19 movement pattern.it literally means heaven and earth. In the orient this is interpreted as the creation of the work or the beginning of human history. It has 2 similar parts, one to represent heaven and the other the earth. |
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Stances |
These give us a stable platform to practice the basics. They also help to stretch and strengthen the various muscle groups in the legs. |
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Pre-arranged sparring |
Pre-arranged sparring is practised to develop the distance, timing, technique and focus in preparation for advanced one step, from blue belt and above. |
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White belt |
Signifies the innocence as that of a beginner student who has no knowledge of the art. |
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Walking stance |
The dimensions are one shoulder width apart and one to one and a half shoulder widths in length. The weight ratio is 50 50 |
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Fore fist punch |
The correct punching tool for the fire punch is made up of the largest 2 knuckles of the fore and middle finger |
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Patterns |
A pattern is a fight against one or more imaginary opponents. Using the basic techniques through the full range of movement. The movements should be performed with speed and power where appropriate. |
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Basics |
When we practice the basics we are practising the techniques in their art form through the full range of movement. This helps to understand the mechanics of each technique and develop all the necessary muscles and coordination to make the realist application effective. |
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Tennents |
Courtesy Integrity Perseverance Self control Indomitable spirit |
