Patterns are various
fundamental movements, most of which represent either
attack or defence techniques, set to a fixed and logical
sequence. There are a total of twenty-four patterns
in Taekwon-Do, they represent the twenty-four hours
of the day. The name of the pattern, the number of movements,
and the diagrammatic symbol of each pattern symbolises
either heroic figures in Korean history or instances
relating to historical events.
Rules
to be applied when performing patterns: 1. Patterns should begin
and end at exactly the same spot. This will indicate the performers
accuracy.
2. Correct posture and facing must be maintained at all times.
3. Muscles of the body should be either tensed or relaxed at
the proper critical moments in the exercise.
4. The exercise should be performed in a rhythmic movement with
an absence of stiffness.
5. Movement should be accelerated or decelerated according to
instruction from your Instructor.
6. Each pattern should be perfected before moving to the next.
7. Students should know the purpose of each movement.
8. Students should perform each movement with realism.
9. Attack and defence techniques should be equally distributed
among right and left hands and feet.
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