Tae Kwon Do Study Guide - Kids High Green Belt
Why do we practice the breathing exercise when we do a poomse?
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An effective technique begins with relaxation for speed and ends with tightness
for strength. When a technique is practiced both ways separately — with
relaxation first and later with strength — effectiveness for that technique
ensues.
Why do we practice strength and relaxation techniques?
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We control our breathing to give ourselves mental and physical strength and
endurance.
What are the meanings of the shapes and colors in the Korean
flag?
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Koreans call their flag Tae Guk-Ki. The Korean flag represents peace and
balance.
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The black bars in the corners of the flag represent things that are opposite to
each other.
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The upper left corner represents Heaven, and the opposite diagonal corner
represents earth.
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The upper right corner represents water, and the opposite diagonal corner
represents fire.
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In the middle of these extremities is Eum-Yang — the symbol of balance and
opposites.
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The white background means peace.
What is the meaning of Tae Keuk Sa Jahng, the high green belt
poomse?
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The meaning of Tae Keuk Sa Jahng is “Thunder”. Thunder is one of the most
powerful natural forces — circling, gyration. This poomse should be performed
with this in mind.