| “There are more than 3,000 fundamental movements in Taekwon-Do, and General Choi was very proud of this. These movements are basic elements that can be likened to musical notes; when linked, they produce a harmonious result. These fundamental movements use all parts of the body and are performed in harmony with the Theory of Power of Taekwon-Do. The student will practice these movements regularly with the goal of mastering each one of them, defensive and attack movements alike, so that they will be available when needed” |
STANCES
What is a Pattern?
A Pattern is a set of fundamental movements, mainly defence and attack,
set in a logical sequence to deal with one or more imaginary opponents.
Patterns are an indication of a student's progress - a barometer in
evaluating an individuals technique.
A Pattern is a set of fundamental movements, mainly defence and attack,
set in a logical sequence to deal with one or more imaginary opponents.
Patterns are an indication of a student's progress - a barometer in
evaluating an individuals technique.
| Tidbits A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor a man perfected without trials. Chinese Proverb |
A student will find that he will have to return time and time again to the beginning
fundamental movements to perfect his advanced sparring and self-defence
techniques.
Each fundamental movement, in most cases, represents and attack or defence
against a particular target area or definite action of an imaginary opponent or
opponents. It is necessary to learn as many fundamental movements as possible
and fit them into complete proficiency so the student can meet any situation in
actual combat with confidence. The pattern actually places the student in a
hypothetical situation where he must avail himself to defence, counterattack, and
attack motions, against several opponents. Through constant practice of these
patterns, the attack and defence become a conditioned reflex movement. Power
and speed must be developed to such a high degree that only one single blow is
needed to stop an opponent, so the student can shift stance and block or attack
another opponent. Each pattern is different from the other in order to develop
reaction against changing circumstances.
Once the basic patterns are mastered, the student then begins to physically apply
the skill obtained from fundamental patterns and movements to sparring against
actual moving opponents.
fundamental movements to perfect his advanced sparring and self-defence
techniques.
Each fundamental movement, in most cases, represents and attack or defence
against a particular target area or definite action of an imaginary opponent or
opponents. It is necessary to learn as many fundamental movements as possible
and fit them into complete proficiency so the student can meet any situation in
actual combat with confidence. The pattern actually places the student in a
hypothetical situation where he must avail himself to defence, counterattack, and
attack motions, against several opponents. Through constant practice of these
patterns, the attack and defence become a conditioned reflex movement. Power
and speed must be developed to such a high degree that only one single blow is
needed to stop an opponent, so the student can shift stance and block or attack
another opponent. Each pattern is different from the other in order to develop
reaction against changing circumstances.
Once the basic patterns are mastered, the student then begins to physically apply
the skill obtained from fundamental patterns and movements to sparring against
actual moving opponents.
Fundamental Techniques:
Hand & Foot Techniques
Stances
Self-Defense
Techniques against knife, choking, punching, kicking and grabbing.
Step & Foot Sparring
It is a prearranged sparing between two players as they agree on the rules and
the number of steps to be taken, the target to attack and to used which correct
tool (fist or foot). No contact as the purpose of Step or Foot Sparing is to
develop control between two players. Step Sparring consist of 1, 2 or 3-step.
Free Sparring
There are no steps or prearranged movements; it consist of open combat
between two or more players with controlled attacks using all available
methods and techniques to execute.
Free sparring is based on accuracy, speed, timing, distance, and quality of
technique. Balance, blocking and foot work skills, and attitude are also very
important.
Each player is free to move and attack; it encourages the development of
strategies for attack and defence. Since free sparring is practiced as a non-stop
fight that may consist of one, two or three rounds, being in top physical
condition is very important.
Breaking Techniques
Instills focus, accuracy, balance and use the right body weight and momentum.
The goal of breaking allows the student to develop confidence. Breaking
provides the student to understand and master the techniques to allow him or
her to produce maximum power.
Special Techniques
Special techniques are to combine athletic performance with perfect execution
of techniques. These techniques include flying techniques and can be
spectacular. Height and distance of movements are emphasized.
Hand & Foot Techniques
Stances
Self-Defense
Techniques against knife, choking, punching, kicking and grabbing.
Step & Foot Sparring
It is a prearranged sparing between two players as they agree on the rules and
the number of steps to be taken, the target to attack and to used which correct
tool (fist or foot). No contact as the purpose of Step or Foot Sparing is to
develop control between two players. Step Sparring consist of 1, 2 or 3-step.
Free Sparring
There are no steps or prearranged movements; it consist of open combat
between two or more players with controlled attacks using all available
methods and techniques to execute.
Free sparring is based on accuracy, speed, timing, distance, and quality of
technique. Balance, blocking and foot work skills, and attitude are also very
important.
Each player is free to move and attack; it encourages the development of
strategies for attack and defence. Since free sparring is practiced as a non-stop
fight that may consist of one, two or three rounds, being in top physical
condition is very important.
Breaking Techniques
Instills focus, accuracy, balance and use the right body weight and momentum.
The goal of breaking allows the student to develop confidence. Breaking
provides the student to understand and master the techniques to allow him or
her to produce maximum power.
Special Techniques
Special techniques are to combine athletic performance with perfect execution
of techniques. These techniques include flying techniques and can be
spectacular. Height and distance of movements are emphasized.
Sparring consists of six main types: step, semi-free, free , model ,
foot , and pre-arranged free:
Step-Sparring, two students work together to perform a set of prearranged
techniques. Movement are with one-step, two-step or three-step. Primary
emphasis should be on proper form.
Semi-Free Sparring (free one-step), usually involves the same techniques as in
step-sparring, but the attacker and defender are allowed to move around in
free-sparring stances until the moment of attack/defense. The completion of the
attack and the counter should still be in the full basic form.
Free-Sparring, two students fight each other using all permitted techniques in
any combination they choose. In competition, a referee control a free-sparring
match and the referee and corner judges awards points and determine the
winner. In training, many pairs of students may free-spar simultaneously under
the supervision of the instructor and assistants. This form of free-sparring is a
learning experience, so the sparring students judge themselves.
Foot Sparring is used to improve techniques by forcing the students to use their
feet for both attack and defense. By limiting techniques to the feet, students are
able to perfect the use.
Model Sparring This is chiefly used for demonstration purposes but it is also
very useful for students to see how techniques, how they should be used and if
the techniques is actually the correct one for the particular situation. Model
Sparring is performed between two people, the moves will be agreed previously.
The attacker and defender performs the demonstration at normal speed
first then repeats the demonstration in slow motion.
Pre-Arranged Free The players decide what kind of attacks that will be used,
how often and how many steps are
allowed before an attack must be made. All the variables can be adjusted, only
kicks to a
particular target, or a particular attacking tool must be only be used, or attackers
must alternate
between "one attack one defence one attack one defence and so on".
foot , and pre-arranged free:
Step-Sparring, two students work together to perform a set of prearranged
techniques. Movement are with one-step, two-step or three-step. Primary
emphasis should be on proper form.
Semi-Free Sparring (free one-step), usually involves the same techniques as in
step-sparring, but the attacker and defender are allowed to move around in
free-sparring stances until the moment of attack/defense. The completion of the
attack and the counter should still be in the full basic form.
Free-Sparring, two students fight each other using all permitted techniques in
any combination they choose. In competition, a referee control a free-sparring
match and the referee and corner judges awards points and determine the
winner. In training, many pairs of students may free-spar simultaneously under
the supervision of the instructor and assistants. This form of free-sparring is a
learning experience, so the sparring students judge themselves.
Foot Sparring is used to improve techniques by forcing the students to use their
feet for both attack and defense. By limiting techniques to the feet, students are
able to perfect the use.
Model Sparring This is chiefly used for demonstration purposes but it is also
very useful for students to see how techniques, how they should be used and if
the techniques is actually the correct one for the particular situation. Model
Sparring is performed between two people, the moves will be agreed previously.
The attacker and defender performs the demonstration at normal speed
first then repeats the demonstration in slow motion.
Pre-Arranged Free The players decide what kind of attacks that will be used,
how often and how many steps are
allowed before an attack must be made. All the variables can be adjusted, only
kicks to a
particular target, or a particular attacking tool must be only be used, or attackers
must alternate
between "one attack one defence one attack one defence and so on".
Special techniques - breaking fewer boards but using jumping or flying
techniques to attain greater heights, distances, or to clear obstacles
techniques to attain greater heights, distances, or to clear obstacles
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