Prelim-Individual Sports

TAEKWONDO

 History
- Tae Kwon-do as it is today was developed and founded by Grand
master general Choi Hong Hi 9th degree black belt (9 November
1918 — 15 June 2002). As a martial art it is unique to any other in
that it utilizes fundamental principles of physics in the development
of technique and power. Grandmaster Choi set out to use his
knowledge of "Tae Kyon" an ancient Korean form of foot fighting to
develop Tae Kwon Do as a uniquely Korean art superior in both
spirit and technique to Japanese karate. This art which was modern
Tae Kwon Do was founded on the 11th April 1955.

 Definition of Taekwondo
- "Tae" means "foot" or "to strike with the feet". "Kwon" means
"hand", or "to strike with the hand". "Do" means discipline, art, or
way. Hence Taekwondo (foot-hand-way) means literally "the art of  Taekwondo Belts Meaning
the feet and the hands" or "the art of kicking and punching". In Taekwondo the color of each belt represents the rank held by the
individual. However, the colors are also described in a metaphorical
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
sense to give the student a better understanding of their
 Court (Dojang) development and maturity
-hall to train martial arts within
 Uniform (Dobok) the art.
 Kicking pads

 Protective
gear
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1. White. Signifies innocence as that of the beginner student 12. Never use Taekwondo outside the Dojang, unless in self-
who has no previous knowledge of Taekwon-do. defense or in defense of someone weaker- and then only use
2. Yellow Signifies the earth from which a plant sprouts and the least force necessary.
takes root as the Taekwon-do foundation is being laid. 13. REMEMBER the first rule of self-defense is to avoid conflict
3. Green Signifies the plants growth as Taekwon-do skills whenever possible.
begin to develop Taekwondo Dojang or even the main gym is too strict in terms of
4. Blue Signifies the heaven towards which the plant matures rules and regulations. DISCIPLINE is being imposed throughout the
into a towering tree as training in Taekwon-do progresses. duration of training and practice. If the student defies the rules and
regulations he/she will receive punishment and mostly 10-20 push
5. Red Signifies danger cautioning the student to exercise
ups.
control, and also warning the opponent to stay away
TENETS OF TAEKWONDO
6. RU Black The opposite of white. Therefore signifying
maturity and proficiency in Taekwondo. Also signifying the
1. Courtesy (Ye Ui): To be thoughtful and considerate of
wearers imperviousness to darkness and fear.
others. Taekwondo students should be polite, humble and
respect others.
LES FOR TAEKWONDO DOJANG (Rules inside the training hall)
2. Integrity (Yom Chi): To be honest and self-criticized, if
1. Bow upon entering and leaving the Dojang and also before
wrong, to feel guilt. Taekwondo students should live by a
receiving instructions from the master.
code of moral values and principles.
2. Always obey and respect your masters and high-ranked
3. Perseverance (In Nae): To be patient
students by bowing down within Dojang
4. Self-Control (Guk Gi): To have control of your body and
3. Arrive class on time.
mind. Taekwondo students should practice controlling
4. Address your masters, and instructors by their last name. (Ex.
their emotions and behavior.
Master Kho)
5. Indomitable Spirit (Baekjul Boolgool): To have courage
5. Keep your dobok clean and presentable. You cannot enter the
and confidence. Taekwondo students should never be
Dojang without proper uniform or belt.
dominated by, or have his spirit broken by others. They
6. Students with long hair should tie their hair up.
will keep improving to face the difficulties but not evading
7. Line up according to your ranking from right to left and front
no matter how many time were failed.
to the back.
8. Students should not enter nor leave the class without THE BASICS
obtaining permission from the master or instructor.
9. To prevent injuries, jewelry are not to be worn during training. COUNTING COMMANDS
10. Food, alcohol, tobacco, chewing gum, loud conversation, One Han-na Chariot Attention
Two Dool Kyong ye Bow
negative behavior, and foul language are STRICTLY
Three Set Chunbi Ready Stance
PROHIBITED.
Four Net Si-jak Start
11. Never forget that you learn Taekwondo for defensive purposes
Five Daseot Goman Stop
and not to offend or bully anyone
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Six Yeoseot Baro Return

Seven Ilgop Anjusipsio Sit down
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Eight Yeodeol Haessun Dismissed
Nine Ahop
Ten Yeol