Taeguek Il Jang

9th KUP (yellow tag)

 South, Father

Symbolizes Heaven
This form represents the source of creation by presenting the most basic techniques. It, therefore, is the foundation from which the other forms build.

 The first Taeguk is the beginning of all Poomses. The associated trigram represents Yang (heaven, light), therefore, this Poomse should be performed with the greatness of Heaven.

Significance: White is the colour of purity. It is the winter snow under which the seed, representing the student, is hidden.

 

Taeguek Ee Jang

8th KUP (yellow belt)

(South East, Youngest daughter)

 Symbolizes Joyfulness
This form represents a frame of mind which is serene and gentle, yet, firm within, the state from which true virtue smiles. This form consists of movements that are made softly yet firmly with control.

In the depths of the lake are treasures and mysteries. The movements of this Taeguk should be performed knowing that man has limitations, but that we can overcome these limitations. This should lead to a feeling of joy, knowing that we can control our future.

Significance: Yellow represents the warmth of the winter's sun as it melts the snow and allows the seed to germinate. This is the birth of conscious and purposeful action

 

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Taeguek Sam Jang

7th KUP (green tag)

(East, Second daughter)

Symbolizes Fire
This form represents fire and sun, and their characteristics of warmth, enthusiasm, and hope. Like fire, this form is filled with changing bursts of power connected with a continuous flow of motion.

Fire contains a lot of energy. Fire helped man to survive, but on the other hand had some catastrophical results. This form should be performed rhythmically, with some outbursts of energy.

 

 

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Taeguek Sa Jang

6th KUP (green belt)

(North East, Eldest son)

Symbolizes Thunder
Thunder, combined with lightning, evokes fear and trembling but reminds us that danger, like a thunderstorm, passes as suddenly as it comes, leaving blue sky, sunshine, and rain freshened air in its wake. It teaches to act calmly and bravely in the face of loud and terrifying dangers, real or imagined, knowing that they, too, shall pass.

 Thunder comes from the sky and is absorbed by the earth. Thunder is one of the most powerful natural forces, circling, gyrating. This Taeguk should be performed with this in mind.

Significance: Green is the colour of the sprout and represents the spring when growth and activity abound.

 

 

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Taeguek Oh Jang

5thKUP (blue tag)

(South West, Eldest daughter)

Symbolizes Wind
Although there are horrible and destructive winds, such as the typhoon, hurricane, and tornado, the wind's true nature is gentle but penetrating. The wind teaches humility and good-natured actions. Like a gentle breeze, this form is simple. Yet like a storm, it is strong and powerful.

 Wind is a gently force, but can sometimes be furious, destroying everything in it's path. Poomse Taeguk Oh Jang should be performed like the wind: gently, but knowing the ability of mass destruction with a single movement.

 

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Taeguek Yuk Jang

4th KUP (blue belt)

(West, Second son)

 Symbolizes Water
Water always flows downward and, in time, can wear away the hardest granite. We learn that we can overcome every difficulty if we go forward with self-confidence and persistence. Like water, this form is gentle yet destructive. It teaches that man, when faced with a challenge, can overcome it by persistence and unwavering belief.

Water can move a mountain. The movements of this Poomse should be performed like water. Sometimes standing still like water in a lake, sometimes thriving as a river.

Significance: Blue is the colour of youth, ambition, and rapid growth. The seedling is now reaching for the blue sky. .

 

 

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Taeguek Chil Jang

3rd KUP (red tag)

(North West, Youngest son)

Symbolizes Mountain
A mountain is stable and cannot be moved. This form teaches us to move only when it is necessary to move - and then move rapidly - and stop suddenly and solidly, standing like a rock. It teaches commitment to notion and to immobility, for one must not waver.

Mountains will always look majestic, no matter the size. This Poomse should be performed with the feeling that all movements are this majestic and deserved to be praised.

 

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Taeguek Pal Jang

2nd KUP (red belt)

(North, Mother)

Symbolizes Earth
The earth is receptive, gentle and nurturing. It signifies the infinite concentration of UM energy. (UM is a passive, receptive force) The Earth hugs and grows everything. It nurtures in silence and in strength. It teaches us the importance of the life force within ourselves and to respect life in all forms.

 The associated trigram of this Poomse is Yin: the end of the beginning, the evil part of all that is good. Even in this darkness, there is still some light. Performing this Taeguk one should be aware that this is the last Taeguk to be learned, it also is the end of a circle, and therefore it is also the first, the second etc..

Significance: Red represents the heat of the summer sun. It also signals danger, as it is the last step toward achieving a black belt.

 

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Koryo

first black belt pattern

 

 

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