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At the grading you will be asked up to ______ Theory questions.
At the grading you will be asked up to ______ Theory questions.
5
The number of moves in Joong Gun is ______.
The number of moves in Joong Gun is ______.
32
For children ages 11 and under, ensure you learn the pattern ______.
For children ages 11 and under, ensure you learn the pattern ______.
meaning
The technique known as Twin Vertical Fist Punch is called ______ in Korean.
The technique known as Twin Vertical Fist Punch is called ______ in Korean.
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Before you grade, you need to confidently perform the ______ below.
Before you grade, you need to confidently perform the ______ below.
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Children aged 12 and over will be expected to learn all the ______ words.
Children aged 12 and over will be expected to learn all the ______ words.
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Joong Gun is named after the patriot Ahn Joong ______.
Joong Gun is named after the patriot Ahn Joong ______.
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The technique known as ______ involves a rising block.
The technique known as ______ involves a rising block.
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Children will be asked which words they have ______.
Children will be asked which words they have ______.
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The ______ Turning Kick is also known as Bandae Dollyeo Chagi.
The ______ Turning Kick is also known as Bandae Dollyeo Chagi.
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Study Notes
Joong Gun Meaning and Significance
- Joong Gun is named after Ahn Joong Gun, who assassinated Hiro Bumi Ito, the first Japanese governor-general of Korea.
- The pattern consists of 32 movements, representing Ahn Joong Gun’s age at the time of his assassination in 1910.
Blue Belt Syllabus Overview
- The grading includes theory questions, patterns, line work, and defense techniques.
- Students must be proficient in movements from previous grades before progressing.
- For ages 11 and under, students should learn the pattern meaning and at least three words from the theory list.
- For ages 12 and over, learning all theory words is expected.
Pattern and Techniques
- Required patterns:
- Joong Gun
- Instructor’s choice pattern
- Previous choice pattern (not Joong Gun)
- Students must perform three patterns during grading.
Required Defense Moves
- Upward Palm Block (Dwijibun Sang Sonbadak Makgi)
- Reverse Knifehand Strike (Bandae Sonkal Taerigi)
- X Fist Rising Block (Kyocha Joomok)
- Pressing Block (Noolyo Makgi)
- U-Shaped Block (Ditgutja Makgi)
- Upper Elbow Strike (Wi Palkup Taerigi)
Required Kicks
- Reverse Turning Kick (Bandae Dollyeo Chagi)
- Consecutive Kick (Yonsok Chagi)
- Hook Kick (Golcho Chagi)
Stances
- Rear Foot Stance (Dwit Bal Sogi)
- Low Stance (Nachuo Sogi)
Sparring and Fitness
- Free sparring (Jayu Matsoki) with three different partners required; safety equipment must be worn.
- Three-step sparring (Sambo Matsoki) with numbers ranging from 1–4.
Meaning of Blue Belt
- A Blue Belt symbolizes the sky and heavens, reflecting growth and progression in Taekwondo training.
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Description
This quiz covers the Blue Belt syllabus, including the meaning and significance of the Joong Gun pattern named after Ahn Joong Gun. It includes grading criteria, required patterns, and defense techniques necessary for students to advance. Familiarity with theory words and patterns is essential.
