PATTERNS and SET SPARRING Flashcards
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 students progress, a barometer in evaluating an individuals technique.
How many Tae Kwon-Do patterns are there?
24
Why are there 24 patterns?
The founder, Major General Choi Hong Hi, compared the life of man with a day in the life of the earth and believed that some people should strive to bequeath a good spiritual legacy to forthcoming generations and in doing so gain immortality. Therefore, if we can leave something behind for the welfare of mankind, maybe it will be the most important thing to happen in our lives.
Why do we perform patterns?
We practice patterns to improve our Tae Kwon-Do techniques, to develop Sparring techniques, to improve flexibility of movement, master body shifting develop muscles, balance and breath control. They also enable us to acquire techniques which cannot be obtained from other forms of training.
Why do we learn the meaning of patterns?
The patterns are named after famous people in Korean history. By learning the meaning of each pattern we can draw inspiration from actions and deeds.
Name all the patterns you know and the number of moves in each.
Chon-ji - 19
Dan Gun - 21
Do San - 24
Won Hyo - 28
Yul Gok - 38
Joong Gun - 32
Toi Gye - 37
Hwa Rang - 29
Choose Moo - 30
Name the six forms of sparring we do
3 step - sambo matsoki
2 step - ibo matsoki
1 step - ilbo matsoki
3 step semi free - ban jayoo matsoki
Free sparring - jayoo matsoki
One for one sparring
Why do we do one for one sparring?
To make the students reflexes faster, as the attack cannot be seen coming. To build up the students stamina.
The techniques shod be crisp and well executed.
Why do we do 3 step Sparring?
3 stop sparring teaches the student many things - forearm conditioning, correct stances, correct facing, focus, correct blocks, counter attacks and timing.
Why do we do 3 step semi free?
It is designed as a strp forward from basic 3 stop sparring, send involves 3 consecutive attacks (hand or feet) and 3 blocks or evasion plus a counter attack.
3 step semi free sparring is performed at a slightly faster pace than 3 step Sparring.
