TKD Terminology
What does Taekwondo literally translate to?
Tae (foot), Kwon (fist), Do (way) -> The Way of the Foot and Fist
How many Taegeuk poomsaes are there for colour belts?
8 (Taegeuk Il-Pal Jang)
What does Taegeuk represent in Korean philosophy?
Balance of yin and yang
Which tenet means doing what is right even when no one is watching?
Integrity
What are the two main scoring components in poomsae?
Accuracy and Presentation
What is the Korean term for a ready stance?
Joonbi
Which Taegeuk pattern includes a crescent kick?
Taegeuk Chil Jang
What does Il Jang mean?
First pattern
Which tenet is tested when you are tired but continue training?
Perseverance
What is the maximum total score in WT poomsae competition?
10.0
What does Paro mean?
Return back to attention / Back to ready position
Which Taegeuk poomsae introduces side kicks?
Taegeuk Sa Jang
What does Keumgang symbolise?
Diamond — Strength and hardness
Which tenet emphasises respect toward instructors and seniors?
Courtesy
What type of error results in a -0.3 deduction?
Major mistakes (Wrong technique, loss of rhythm, pause)
What does Charyeot command students to do?
Attention stance
Name the first three black belt poomsaes in order.
Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek
What does Koryo represent?
The spirit and name of ancient Korea
Which tenet helps prevent misuse of Taekwondo skills?
Self control
What type of error results in a -0.1 deduction?
Minor mistakes (Stance, hand position, balance)
What is Kihap used for?
To focus energy, breathing, power, and spirit
What shape do Taegeuk poomsae floor patterns follow?
What does Taebaek refer to?
A sacred mountain and the origin of the Korean people
How many official Taekwondo tenets are there?
5
In poomsae competition, what happens if you perform the wrong pattern?
Automatic loss (score of 0)