By developing an upright mind and a strong body, we will acquire the self-confidence to stand on the side of justice at all times. Major General Choi Hong Hi (Founder of Taekwon-Do)

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What is Taekwon-Do all about

At this stage of your colour belt you should be proficient at all of the previous patterns and techniques learned. Here are a few pointers: Ensure your foot shape is correct on all of your kicks. Look at the dimensions of your stances in the entire colour belt pattern set; they should all be correct without having to think about it. Know each pattern by number as the examiner may call out 3 sets of numbers and expect you to perform them without hesitation. An old trick is to be asked to do all of the odd numbered patterns or patterns in “number of moves” order etc so be prepared. Ensure you are fit in the cardiovascular sense. You may be asked to undertake a physical exercise before doing patterns during the Black Belt grading. If you are not fit, fatigue will show in your legs, your stances will be poor and the examiner will spot it!

Participation

Grading Pattern - Choong-Moo

Choong Moo was the name given to the great Admiral Yi Sun Sin of the Yi dynasty. He was reputed to have invented the first armoured battleship (kobukson), believed to be the precursor to the present day submarine, in 1592 AD. The reason this pattern ends in a left attack is to symbolise his regrettable death having no chance to show his unrestrained potential, checked by the forced reservation of his loyalty to the King.
The pattern can be viewed here Choong-Moo

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BE PREPARED FOR ANYTHING IN YOUR DAN GRADING!

Line Work

Basics, as before
Line kicks, combinations and balance techniques

Physical

Any warm up deemed suitable, pressups, star jumps etc
Any previous set sparring routines may be asked for
1 Step Sparring (Ilbo Matsoki) advanced level
Free sparring (Jayoo Matsoki) + 2v1
Pre-arranged sparring
Self Defence (Advanced) to include breaks and releases
Power (breaking or pad work if junior level)

Theory

Pattern meaning
Belt colour meaning

Please Note: Students should be competent with all techniques, exercises, and patterns from previous levels as well as their current grade.

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