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Promotion from one geup to the next can proceed rapidly in some schools, since schools often allow geup promotions every two, three, or four months. Students of geup rank learn the most basic techniques first, and then move on to more advanced techniques as they approach first dan. Many of the older and more traditional schools often take longer to allow students to test for higher ranks than newer, more contemporary schools, as they may not have the required testing intervals. View Taekwondo belt levels »

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Taegeuk 7 태극 7장
(Taegeuk Chil-jahng)

 

Poomse is the foundation for the teaching of Taekwondo. A poomse, or form, is a detailed pattern of defense-and-attack motions and techniques used in traditional martial arts. Poomse is useful in developing proper kinetics, mental and physical fortitude.

Taegeuk 태극 (in World Taekwondo (WT)) refers to a set of poomse used to create a foundation for the teaching of taekwondo. A poomse or form is a detailed pattern of defense-and-attack motions and techniques used in traditional martial arts. Poomse is often romanized as poomsae or pumsae. The word taeguek (the Korean pronunciation of Taiji/T'ai Chi) refers to the important principle in east Asian Taoist thought of the union of yin and yang.

Each taegeuk form symbolizes a specific state thought to be indicative of the belt the student currently holds, and is represented in World Taekwondo (WT) by trigrams similar to those found in the four corners of the South Korean flag. Various schools sometimes insert one of a variety of other forms before the first taegeuk (taegeuk il-jang) such as "Basic #1 Pattern". In order to receive a black belt the student must perform all taegeuk forms consecutively.

 

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World Taekwondo (WT) Taegeuk 7 태극 7장 Poomse
Taegeuk 7 태극 7장 (Taegeuk Chil-jahng)

Taegeuk 7 태극 7장 (Taegeuk Chil-jahng)

Korean: 태극 7장 (Taegeuk Chil-jahng)

Meaning: Mountain

Movements: approx 31

Difficulty Level:  Advanced

Grade Level: 3rd Geup

Ranking: Red Stripe Belt Red Stripe Belt

Style: World Taekwondo (WT) World Taekwondo (WT)

 



The trigram associated with this poomse represents a Mountain. Also, it represents the northwest and youngest son. The symbolism behind the mountain is the indomitable and majestic nature that all mountains possess. This poomse is intended to be performed with the feeling that all movements are this majestic due to their unconquerable nature.

This is the pattern one will learn when at 'Red Stripe Belt' level. All students studying in World Taekwondo (WT) Kukkiwon style must learn these forms, or taegeuk 태극, to advance to a higher belt level. There are eight taegeuk forms, each one similar to the previous one, but each time with more complicated techniques to display the students' mastery of the techniques learned during lessons, as well as the ability to interconnect these techniques. Note: Some schools use other belt colors. Belt levels vary from school to school.

Training Methods

How well one improves with training depends on several factors, such as the frequency it is engaged in, and the type of feedback that is available for improvement. If a student does not train often enough, reinforcement fades, and he or she is likely to forget what was learned for the poomse.

When learning the poomse, it is helpful to use mirrors to observe your techniques and fix your mistakes immediately. Initially, a student may need focused feedback from a certified Master Instructor ( 사범님 sabeomnim ); however, as they progress, they must develop the ability to self-assess the poomse.

Difficulty of Poomse

Taekwondo students of geup ranking learn the most basic techniques first, and then move on to more advanced and difficult techniques as they approach 1st Dan Black Belt. The more difficult the techniques, the more practice may be needed for the purpose of improving or mastering it, as in the phrase 'practice makes perfect'. Every poomse must display the requisite speed, balance, power and firmness to be realistically used as an attack or defense move.

70% Difficulty
Up to 85% Difficulty

* Please see a certified Master Instructor ( 사범님 sabeomnim ) for training. Proper guidance and instructions are needed to ensure safe training.

Taekwondo Preschool Did you know?
Did you know?

Korean language is often used in taekwondo practice. During promotion tests, practitioners are usually asked what certain Korean words used in class mean. Korean numerals may be used as prompts or commands. Often, students count in Korean during their class such as when stretching, warmups, kicking drills, and more. For more information View Korean Numerals »

1 ( 하나 hana ) 2 ( 둘 dul ) 3 ( 셋 set ) 4 ( 넷 net ) 5 ( 다섯 da-seot ) 6 ( 여섯 yeo-seot ) 7 ( 일곱 il-gop ) 8 ( 여덟 yuh-deol ) 9 ( 아홉 ah-hop ) 10 ( 열 yeol )

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Taegeuk 7 태극 7장 (Taegeuk Chil-jahng)

Techniques Included in this Poomse

Both basic and advanced taekwondo techniques can be contained within a single pattern and the higher the level of the practitioner, the greater the difficulty of the techniques and the complexity of the pattern. Remember a poomse is a detailed pattern of defense-and-attack motions and techniques used in traditional martial arts. View more information Poomse »

Taekwondo Middle Block Taekwondo Palm Hand Trunk Block Taekwondo Hand Blade Side Block ( 손날 옆막기 sonnal-yeop-makgi ) Taekwondo Low Double Knife Hand Palm Heel Assisted Block ( 바탕손 거들어 몸통막기 batangson-kodureo-momtong-makgi ) Taekwondo Trunk Push Middle Block Taekwondo Scissor Block Low Cross Block ( 아래 엇걸어막기 arae-otgoreo-makgi ) Taekwondo Side Punch ( 옆지르기 yeop-jireugi ) Taekwondo Turn Over Punch ( 젖혀지르기 jeocheo-jireugi ) Elbow Target Strike ( 팔굽 표적치기 palgup-pyojeok-chigi ) Taekwondo Back Knuckle Forward Strike ( 등주먹 앞치기 deung-jumeok-ap-chigi ) Outward Back Fist Strike ( 등주먹 바깥치기 deung-jumeok-bakkat-chigi ) Taekwondo Attention Stance (charyeot) Taekwondo Ready Stance (junbi) Taekwondo Cover Fist Ready Stance ( 보주먹준비 bojumeok junbi ) Taekwondo Front Stance Taekwondo Back Stance Taekwondo Horse Stance Taekwondo Cat Stance Taekwondo Rear Cross Stance Taekwondo L Shape Stance Taekwondo Right Side Stance (oreun sogi) Taekwondo Front Kick Taekwondo Target Kick Strike ( 표적차기 pyojeok-chagi ) Knee Upward Strike ( 무릎 올려치기 mureup-ollyeo-chigi ) Bowing ( 경례 gyeong-nye )
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Taegeuk 7 태극 7장 (Taegeuk Chil-jahng)

Key Points in this Poomse

  • Accuracy. Taegeuk 태극 patterns should begin and end in the same place.
  • Posture. Practitioners must have their body weight correctly distributed during each different stance ( 서기 sogi ) and during footwork ( 딛기 ditgi ). Each technique must be correctly aligned.
  • Realism. Taekwondo patterns are the learning ground for real combat. As such, every technique must display the requisite speed, power and firmness to be realistically used as an attack or defense move.
  • Spirit. A competitor's 'presence' on the mat must be as credible as his/her technique. Self belief, confidence in abilities, and intention to perform to a personal best are tangible virtues considered indispensable in taekwondo practitioners.
  • Decorum. Proper manners must be displayed when interacting with the judges directly before and after the pattern. Respect must also be extended to rival competitors, clubs and other officials.
  • Form. General qualities that judges look for in any taekwondo practitioner include proper breathing technique and body control. The diaphragm must be engaged in deep breathing, shallow breathing concentrated in the upper abdomen results in raised shoulders and stressed muscles. The muscles of the body should be lightly relaxed in order to perform the pattern with fluidity, speed and grace. Muscles should only be tensed at the moment of imaginary impact in order to commute maximum power to any individual taekwondo technique.

Promotion Tests Requirement

Students often undergo periodic testing and grading by their own Master Instructor ( 사범님 sabeomnim ) in order to advance to a higher level of recognized achievement such as a different belt color. They need to demonstrate their proficiency in the various aspects of the art such as the execution of patterns ( 품새 poomse ), which combine various techniques in specific sequences.

Taegeuk 7 태극 7장 (Taegeuk Chil-jahng) is a requirement for the below belt levels (Varies between schools). Promotion from one belt level to the next can proceed rapidly in some schools, since schools often allow geup promotions every two, three, or four months. Students of geup rank learn the most basic techniques first, and then move on to more advanced techniques as they approach first dan black belt. View Promotion Tests »

Use in Demonstrations

To promote taekwondo for its emphasis on high kicking and fast hand techniques, taekwondo schools perform at tournaments, community events, shopping malls, parks, and tv shows. Demonstrations vary from school to school, but may include such elements as the execution of poomse ( 품새 poomse ), which combine various techniques in specific sequences; the breaking of boards to demonstrate the ability to use techniques with both power and control; sparring ( 겨루기 gyeorugi ) and self-defense ( 호신술 hosinsool ) to demonstrate the practical application and control of techniques; physical fitness usually with push-ups and sit-ups. For more information on Demonstrations »

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Taekwondo Quiz Questions
Quiz

Question. What is the korean terminology for Attention Stance?

Attention is a stance ( 서기 sogi ) where your body is in an upright standing position with the legs side by side, heels touching, distribute 50/50 weight ratio on the left and right legs, and toes facing straight forward. Your hands should be parallel with your body, to the side as your hands tap the legs.



Question. What year was Taekwondo an official Olympic Demonstration Sport in Seoul, Korea?

Taekwondo made its first appearance at the Summer Olympic Games as a demonstration sport at the Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea. The opening ceremony featured a mass demonstration of taekwondo with hundreds of adults and children performing moves in unison. Taekwondo was again a demonstration sport at the Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain. There were no demonstration sports at the Summer Olympics in Atlanta, USA.



Question. What is the korean terminology for Low Block?

The Low Block is one of the most basic Taekwondo blocks ( 막기 makgi ) and one of the first things a beginner will learn. The lead forearm is bent and raised to shoulder height, snapping the arm straight down with the palm ( 손바닥 sonbadak ) facing the ground, which blocks any incoming low kicks ( 차기 chagi ) or low strikes.



Question. What is the korean terminology for Walking Stance?

The Walking Stance is a beginner stance ( 서기 sogi ) that is used to approach or retreat in combat and poomse. Feet should be maintained approximately 3 foot-length from origin. To maintain a solid base, the front foot is facing straight forward and the back foot is 30 degrees to aid balance.

 

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Taegeuk 태극 Poomse

Taegeuk 태극 (in World Taekwondo (WT) World Taekwondo (WT) ) refers to a set of poomse 품새 used to create a foundation for the teaching of taekwondo. A poomse or form (represented by 形 or 型) is a detailed pattern of defense-and-attack motions and techniques used in traditional martial arts. The word taeguek refers to the important principle in east Asian Taoist thought of the union of yin and yang. Each taegeuk form symbolizes a specific state thought to be indicative of the belt the student currently holds, and is represented in World Taekwondo (WT) by trigrams similar to those found in the four corners of the South Korean flag. View more information about Taegeuk 태극 Poomse ».


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General qualities that judges look for in any taekwondo practitioner include proper breathing technique and body control. The diaphragm must be engaged in deep breathing, shallow breathing concentrated in the upper abdomen results in raised shoulders and stressed muscles. The muscles of the body should be lightly relaxed in order to perform the pattern with fluidity, speed and grace. Muscles should only be tensed at the moment of imaginary impact in order to commute maximum power to any individual taekwondo technique. For more information View Key Points »

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