| Quick Links |
| Contact Us |
| Class Schedule |
| Directions |
| Staff |
Taekwondo Student Center
Children's Taekwondo Definitions | Adult Taekwondo Definitions
Childrens Taekwondo Definitions
Philosophy
Choong-Sil Patterns (Self Improvement Patterns)
The purpose of Choong-Sil Kwan Tae Kwon Do is “Constant and Never Ending
Improvement.”
1. Imagination SongSong 30 movements - white and yellow
2. Inspiration Yong Gom 40 movements - green and blue
3. Actualization Hyun Sil 50 movements - red and 1 st degree
4. Realization Sil Hyun 60 movements - 2nd degree and above
Tenets of Tae Kwon Do
Courtesy
Integrity
Perseverance
Self-Control
Indomitable Spirit
Student Oath
I shall observe the tenets of Tae Kwon Do.
I shall respect instructors and seniors.
I shall never misuse Tae Kwon Do.
I will be a champion for freedom and justice.
I will build a more peaceful world
12 Concepts of Power
1) Stance
2) Hip
3) Reaction Force
4) Focus
5) Timing
6) Geometric Design
7) Range of Motion
8) Relative Muscular Strength
9) Breath Control
10) Accuracy
11) Attitude
12) Automatic Reflex
Meaning of Belt Colors
White: Signifies innocence, as that of a beginning student who has no previous
Knowledge of Taekwondo.
Yellow: Signifies the sun as it shines down on the earth from which a plant
sprouts and takes root as the Taekwondo foundation is laid.
Green: Signifies the plant’s growth as the Taekwondo skill begins to develop.
Blue: Signifies the heavens toward which the plant matures into a towering tree
as training in Taekwondo progresses.
Red: Signifies danger, cautioning the student to exercise control and warning
the opponent to stay away.
Black: Opposite of white, therefore signifying the maturity and proficiency in
Taekwondo. It also indicates the wearer’s imperviousness to darkness and fear.
Meanings for Patterns
Chon-Ji (19 movements), Left Foot Returns, Kiap on #17
Chon-Ji means heaven and earth.
Dan-Gun (21 movements), Left Foot Returns, Kiap on # 8 & 17
Dan-Gun was the legendary founder of Korea.
Do-San (24 movements), Kiap on # 6 & 24
Do-San was the penname of Ahn Chang Ho, who believed it was very important to be
sincere with other people.
Won-Hyo (28 movements), Kiap on # 12 & 28
Won-Hyo was one of the most famous Buddhist Monks.
Yul-Gok (38 movements), Left Foot Returns, Kiap on # 21 & 36
Yul-Gok is the penname of Yi I, a famous philosopher of the 16th century.
Joong-Gun (32 movements), Left Foot Returns, Kiap on # 12 & 32
Ahn Joong-Gun was a famous patriot who assassinated Japanese Resident General
Hiro Bumi Ito.
Toi-Gye (37 movements), Right Foot Returns, Kiap on # 21 & 37
Toi-Gye is the penname of the famous neo-confuscianist, philosopher, and
scholar, Yi Hwang.
Hwa-Rang (29 movements), Right Foot Returns, Kiap on # 14 & 25
The Hwa-Rang-do was the name of a group of men and boys who were the
predecessors of modern day Tae Kwon Do.
Choong-Moo (30 movements), Left Foot Returns, Kiap on # 9 & 30
Choong-Moo was the given name of the famous Admiral Yi Soon-Sin. He invented the
ironclad ships which were the predecessors of modern day submarines.
Philosophy
The purpose of Choong-Sil Kwan Tae Kwon Do is to develop an individual’s mental
and physical well being through a highly stylized and deliberate method of
rigorous martial arts training. The result of this training is an empowering
sense of self-worth, and the ability to control one’s physical state and
personal destiny.
The student is guided through four stages of philosophical development:
1. Imagination SongSong 30 white and yellow
2. Inspiration Yong Gom 40 green and Blue
3. Actualization Hyun Sil 50 red and 1 st degree
4. Realization Sil Hyun 60 2nd degree and above
* In the initial stage of philosophical development, students must use their
imagination to set goals beyond their current limitations and, from this,
visualize their achievements in advance. This, in turn, strengthens their belief
system to the point that specific goals are possible and obtainable.
* With goals firmly in mind, the students must learn to inspire themselves into
action, as they develop a sense of self-worth. Without this, one may never
strive for success as they may feel that they do not deserve the rewards that
accompany achievement.
* Actualization is taking the first step and entering into the process of the
work and reward system. The development of a strong work ethic is the most
important element in this philosophy. Even the most average of people can
achieve excellence with a positive work habit.
* Realization refers to the attainment of one’s goals. Upon reaching these
achievements, new privileges are merited as new goals are recognized. This
process perpetuates itself as the previous results offer new challenges and new
responsibilities. This positive growth cycle not only improves oneself, but also
the immediate world around you. This concept of “constant and never ending
improvement” is the ultimate purpose of Choong Sil Kwan.
Tenets of Tae Kwon Do
Courtesy
Integrity
Perseverance
Self-Control
Indomitable Spirit
Student Oath
I shall observe the tenets of Tae Kwon Do.
I shall respect instructors and seniors.
I shall never misuse Taekwondo.
I will be a champion for freedom and justice.
I will build a more peaceful world
Concepts of Power
1) Stance
2) Hip
3) Reaction Force
4) Focus
5) Timing
6) Geometric Design
7) Range of Motion
8) Relative Muscular Strength
9) Breath Control
10) Accuracy
11) Attitude
12) Automatic Reflex
Meaning of Belt Colors
White: Signifies innocence, as that of a beginning student who has no previous
knowledge of Taekwondo.
Yellow: Signifies the sun as it shines down on the earth from which a plant
sprouts and takes root as the Taekwondo foundation is laid.
Green: Signifies the plant’s growth as the Taekwondo skill begins to develop.
Blue: Signifies the heavens toward which the plant matures into a towering tree
as training in Taekwondo progresses.
Red: Signifies danger, cautioning the student to exercise control and warning
the opponent to stay away.
Black: Opposite of white, therefore signifying the maturity and proficiency in
Taekwondo. It also indicates the wearer’s imperviousness to darkness and fear.
Meanings for Patterns
Chon-Ji (19 movements) means literally "the Heaven the Earth". It is, in the
Orient, interpreted as the creation of the world or the beginning of human
history; therefore, it is the initial pattern played by the beginner. This
pattern consists of two similar parts: one to represent Heaven and the other,
the Earth. Left Foot Returns, Kiap on #17
Dan-Gun (21 movements) is named after the holy Dan-Gun, the legendary founder of
Korea in the year 2,333 B.C. Left Foot Returns, Kiap on # 8 & 17
Do-San (24 movements) is the pseudonym of the patriot Ahn Chang-Ho (1876-1938).
The 24 movements represent his entire life which he devoted to furthering the
education of Korea and its independence movement. Right Foot Returns, Kiap on #
6 & 24
Won-Hyo (28 movements) was the noted monk who introduced Buddhism to the Silla
Dynasty in the year 686 A.D. Right Foot Returns, Kiap on # 12 & 28
Yul-Gok (38 movements) is the pseudonym of the great philosopher and scholar Yi
I (1536-1584), nicknamed the "Confucius of Korea." The 38 movements of this
pattern refer to his birthplace on the 38th degree latitude and the diagram (+)
represents "scholar." Left Foot Returns, Kiap on # 21 & 36
Joong-Gun (32 movements) is named after the patriot Ahn Joong-Gun who
assassinated Hiro-Bumi Ito, the first Japanese governor-general of Korea, known
as the man who played the leading part in the Korea-Japan merger. There are 32
movements in this pattern to represent Mr. Ahn's age when he was executed at
Lui-Shang prison (1910). Left Foot Returns, Kiap on # 12 & 32
Toi-Gye (37 movements) is the pen name of the noted scholar Yi Hwang (16th
century), an authority on Neo-Confucianism. The 37 movements refer to his
birthplace on the 37th degree latitude, the diagram represents "scholar." Right
Foot Returns, Kiap on # 21 & 37
Hwa-Rang (29 movements) is named after the Hwa-Rang youth group which originated
in the Silla Dynasty in the early 7th century. The 29 movements refer to the
29th Infantry Division, where Taekwondo developed into maturity. Right Foot
Returns, Kiap on # 14 & 25
Choong-Moo (30 movements) was the name given to the great Admiral Yi Soon-Sin of
the Yi Dynasty. He was reputed to have invented the first armored battleship (Kobukson)
in 1592, which is said to be the precursor of the present day submarine. The
reason this pattern ends with a left hand attack is to symbolize his regrettable
death, having no chance to show his unrestrained potentiality, checked by the
forced reservation of his loyalty to the king. Left Foot Returns, Kiap on # 9 &
30
Website Design - Horton Web Design