Taekwondo Quick Reference Guide

1. Core Foundations

- Taekwondo: "The way of foot and fist" (Tae=foot, Kwon=fist, Do=way)

- Key Commands:

- Charyeot: Attention (stand straight)

- Kyongye: Bow (shows respect)

- Shijak: Begin (start sparring/technique)

- Guman: Stop (halt action)

- Baro: Return (to ready position)

2. Three Main Programs

1. Poomsae (Forms): Choreographed patterns → Teaches discipline & focus

2. Kyorugi (Sparring): Controlled fighting → Builds confidence & adaptability

3. Kyukpa (Breaking): Board/brick breaks → Demonstrates power & precision

3. Five Tenets + Applications

1. Self-Confidence → Throwing strong kicks (*Ap Chagi*) proves you can face challenges

2. Modesty → Bowing (*Kyongye*) before/after matches keeps ego in check

3. Indomitable Spirit → Pushing through tough drills (*Guman* only when absolutely necessary)

4. Perseverance → Repeating stances (*Seogi*) until perfect = life skill practice

5. Etiquette → Following commands (*Charyeot/Baro*) = respecting rules everywhere

4. Key Techniques

- Blocks:

- Arae Makki (Low Block): "Protect your base" (legs/lower body)

- Eolgul Makki (High Block): "Shield your mind" (head/upper body)

- Kicks:

- Dollyo Chagi (Roundhouse): "Adapt and strike" (circular power)

- Yeop Chagi (Side Kick): "Cut through obstacles" (direct force)

5. Essential Stances

- Joonbi Seogi (Ready Stance): "Be alert" (neutral start position)

- Apkubi Seogi (Forward Stance): "Commit to action" (attack posture)

- Dwitkubi Seogi (Back Stance): "Strategic defense" (counter position)

6. Training Flow Example

1. Instructor: "Charyeot!" (Stand at attention)

2. "Kyongye!" (Bow to show respect)

3. "Joonbi Seogi!" (Assume ready stance)

4. "Shijak!" (Begin technique - e.g., practice Dollyo Chagi)

5. "Guman!" (Stop immediately on command)

6. "Baro!" (Return to starting position)