Form Meaning

Question 1

What is the meaning of Toi Gye

Answer 1

Toi Gye – Toi Gye is the pen name of Yi Hwang, said by many to be Korea’s foremost Confusion scholar. Toi Gye stressed the need for realism in his teachings. There are 37 movements in this form representing the 37 degrees of latitude of his birthplace Onhye. (Right foot returns).

Question 2

What is the meaning of Dan gun?

Answer 2

This form was named after Do San, the mythical founder of what is now Korea, in the year 2333 bc. Dan guns father was said to have come from heaven, transforming himself into a man. His mother was from the bear totem tribe. This form has 21 moves. The left foot returns.

Question 3

What is the meaning of Do San?

Answer 3

Do San.
Do San is the pen name of the educator and patriot Ahn Chang ho. He strongly disliked those who cheated others , and in his personal dealings he refused to slander anyone. Mr Ahn’s philosophy was based on practice with diligence. This form has 24 movements. Right foot returns.