Taekwondo Quick Reference Guide

Taekwondo

The way of foot and fist (Tae=foot, Kwon=fist, Do=way).

Charyeot

Attention command; instructs practitioners to stand straight.

Kyongye

Bow command that shows respect.

Shijak

Begin command; signals to start sparring or technique.

Guman

Stop command; instructs practitioners to halt action.

Baro

Return command; signals to revert to ready position.

Poomsae

Choreographed patterns that teach discipline and focus.

Kyorugi

Controlled fighting that builds confidence and adaptability.

Kyukpa

Breaking technique, such as board or brick breaking, that demonstrates power and precision.

Self-Confidence

The tenet proven by executing strong kicks (Ap Chagi) to face challenges.

Modesty

The tenet represented by bowing (Kyongye) to keep ego in check.

Indomitable Spirit

The tenet exemplified by enduring tough drills, with Guman used only when absolutely necessary.

Perseverance

The tenet of repeating stances (Seogi) until perfected, a practice for life skills.

Etiquette

The tenet of following commands (Charyeot/Baro) to respect rules everywhere.

Arae Makki

Low Block technique to protect the base (legs/lower body).

Eolgul Makki

High Block technique to shield the mind (head/upper body).

Dollyo Chagi

Roundhouse kick that emphasizes adaptation and striking with circular power.

Yeop Chagi

Side Kick technique focused on cutting through obstacles with direct force.

Joonbi Seogi

Ready Stance; a neutral starting position indicating alertness.

Apkubi Seogi

Forward Stance; an attack posture signaling commitment to action.

Dwitkubi Seogi

Back Stance; a strategic defense position for countering.