5TH KUP THEORY-

BLUE TAG BELT 

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All of the previous Theory plus:

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Meaning of Blue Belt. 

Blue belt signifies the Heaven towards which the plant matures into a towering tree as training in Tae Kwon-Do progresses. 

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Meaning of Pattern Yul Gok 38 Movements. 

Yul Gok is the pseudonym of the great 16th century philosopher and scholar Yi I(pronounced Yee Eye) 1536 – 1584,nicknamed the Confucius of Korea. The 38 movements represent his birth place on the 38th degree line of latitude.  

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What is Korean for three step Semi Free sparring? 

Ban Jayoo Matsoki.     (Intermediate level) 

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What is Korean for two step sparring? 

Ibo Matsoki.                  (1 to 4).  

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What is the difference between 3 step and 2 step sparring?  

2 step sparring requires a more complex combination of techniques in defence and attack, Therefore greater emphasis on focus, distance and timing is required.

 

Korean Terminology. 

X Stance                                          Kyocha Sogi. 

Back Fist High Side Strike               Dung Joomuk Nopunde Yop Taerigi. 

X Fist Pressing Block                        Kyocha Joomuk Noolo Makgi. 

Palm Upward Block                          Sonbadak Ollyo Makgi. 

Elbow Front Strike                            Palkup Ap Taerigi. 

Twin Upset Punch                             Sang Dwijibo Jirugi. 

Knee Kick                                            Moorup Chagi. 

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