Songahm Forms
ATA History & Leadership
Taewkondo Terminology (Korean Words)
Sparring & Tournament Rules
Legacy Leadership / Life Skills
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How many moves are in Songahm 1?

18

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Who founded ATA?

Eternal Grand Master H.U. Lee

100

What does “Cha Ryut” mean?

Attention

100

How many points are needed to win a sparring match?

5 points (first to 5) Or the most points at the end of 2 minutes.

100

What does “Legacy” mean?

What you leave behind for others to follow

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What direction do you face for the first move in Songahm 2?

East

200

What year was the ATA established?

1969

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What does “Kyung Yet” mean?

Bow

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How many Judges are there?

3

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Name one leadership life skill we practice in Legacy.

Belief, Honesty, Respect, Communication, Discipline, and Self-Esteem

300

Name the Green Belt Form

Songahm 5

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Name the current Presiding Grand Master?

Presiding Grand Master G.K. Lee

300

Translate “Jahng Bong.”

Long Staff

300

What color gear must ATA students wear?

Black

300

What is the difference between the Leadership program and the Legacy program?

Leadership builds life skills and leadership abilities, while Legacy focuses on becoming an instructor and leaving an impact for others.

400

Which form introduces Back stance?

Songahm 2

400

What is the name of ATA’s headquarters?

ATA International Headquarters (Little Rock, Arkansas)

400

What does “Sparring” translate to in Korean?

Jae Yu Dae Ryun (Free Sparring)

400

What happens if you step out of the ring during sparring?

Warning, penalty, or reset (judge’s discretion)

400

Who can join the Legacy Program?

Leadership students who want to take their training further and become role models and instructors.

500

What is the meaning of Choong Jung? 

All things turn out perfect and beautiful

500

What is the H.U. Lee Memorial Foundation?

A scholarship program supporting education in honor of Eternal Grand Master H.U. Lee

500

What does “Songahm” mean?

Pine Tree and Rock

500

In tournaments, how long is a sparring round?

2 Minutes

500

What does being a Legacy student mean in the ATA?

Carrying on the ATA’s traditions, passing knowledge to others, and preparing to guide future students.