School Black to 1st Dan

Terminology: Study all of your terminology.

Sparring: With full equipment and 2 on 1 sparring.

Grabbing Techniques: All previous techniques.

7 Qualities of Martial Arts verses Life

1. Speed - Alertness

2. Endurance - Perseverance

3. Timing - Punctual

4. Power - Knowledge

5. Balance - Stability

6. Flexibility - Adaptability

7. Posture - Honesty

Definition of TaeGuk:

The Taeguk comprises two Chinese characters: Tae meaning joyfulness and Guk meaning eternity. Taeguk is the philosophical idea from which our views on life and the universe are derived. It has no form, no beginning and no ending. Nevertheless, everything is embodied in it and has for its origin, Taeguk.

Paper due one week before test date: 200-500 words in length, Topic:

How has Tae Kwon Do helped me mentally and physically?

Write an account of your journey to becoming a First Degree Black Belt.

Discuss the secrets to the success formula in Martial Arts and in life.

Discuss the philosophy of Tae Kwon Do.

Breaking Technique:

1. Four Station holder choice (Break in 10 seconds)

2. Power Breaking (Two boards) Jump Kick

3. Speed Break (Spinning Heel Kick)

4. Concrete (Using Palm Heel)