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2009 All CA TKD Champs: Keith, Diego, and Tiffany

2009 All CA TKD Champs: Keith, Diego, and Tiffany

Please extend a big congratulations to our own 2009 All California Taekwondo Champions–Diego, Keith, and Tiffany.  Last Saturday, 14 Nov 2009, they participated in the Taekwondo tournament called the 2009 All California Taekwondo Championships held in Vallejo, California.

Diego competed in forms, board breaking, and sparring; Keith competed in forms and sparring; and Tiffany competed in forms and creative forms.  Each one of them has been practicing for weeks, and their efforts paid off.

Diego placed 1st in sparring, 2nd in breaking, and 3rd in forms; Keith placed 1st in forms, and 2nd in sparring; and Tiffany place 1st in forms, and 2nd in creative forms.

Each of them had some tough competition in the areas where they placed 2nd or 3rd, and where they placed first, they performed like true champions.

When you get a chance, please stop by to congratulate them.

Check out some of the photos below.  We’ll update the photos once we get more.  For now we have these; sorry about the focus, but we wanted to at least show you our competitors in the tournament venue.

Keith scoring with a back kick

Keith scoring with a back kick

Tifanny waiting for creative forms scores.

Tiffanny waiting for creative forms scores.

Diego about to score with round kick

Diego about to score with round kick

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These links will take you to our commonly used terms: 

General Terms

 

 English  Korean
Master Juancho Forlanda  Kwang Jang Nim
Master Jamie Forlanda  Sa Bum Nim
Instructor Mercedes Forlanda  Bwoo Sa Bum Nim
Instructor Jana Forlanda  Bwoo Sa Bum Nim
4th Dan and higher  Sa Bum Nim
3rd Dan instructor  Bwoo Sa Bum Nim
2nd Dan instructor  Kyo Bum Nim
1st Dan instructor  Cho Kyo Nim
Head of Organization  Kwang Jang Nim
Higher belt  Sun Bae Nim
 Lower belt  Who Bae Nim
 Attention  Char Yot
 Begin or Start  Shi Jak
 Stop  Gu Mann
 Yell  Ki Hap
 Turn around  Dee Ro Do Ra
 Studio or school  Do Jang
 Uniform  Do Bok
 Stand up  Ill On Suh
 Hello (How are you?)  Ahn Yung Ha Sae yo
 Goodbye (you are leaving)  Ahn Yung He GA Sae Yo
 Goodbye (you are staying)  Ahn Yung He GET Sae Yo
 Thank you  Kahm Sa Ham Ni Da
 Salute the flag  Kuk Ki Eh Kyong Nae
 Bow to master  Sa Bum Nim Kay Kyong Nae
 Friend  Chin Goo
 Red  Hong
 Blue  Chung
 Form  Poom Sae
 Sparring  Gyoroogi
 Grade (color belt)  Gup
 Degree (black belt)  Dan
 Flag  Kuk Ki
 Belt  Dhee
 Return  Ba Ro
 Sit down  Ahn Ja
 Breaking  Kyok Pa

 

Directions

 

 English Korean 
 Front  Ahp
 Back  Dwi
 Side  Yop
 High  Eulgool
 Middle  Momtong
 Low  Arae
 Turning Backward  Dwi Ro Dollyo
 Left  Wen
 Right  Oreun
 Outward  Bakkat
 Inward  An
 Downward  Naeryo
 Upward  Ollyo
 Sideways (turning)  Dollyo

 

Counting

 

 English  Korean    English  Korean
 One  hana    1st  IL
 Two  dul    2nd  YI
 Three  set    3rd  SAM
 Four  net    4th  SA
 Five  dasot    5th  OH
 Six  yosot    6th  YUK
 Seven  elgub    7th  CHIL
 Eight  yodol    8th  PAL
 Nine  ahob    9th  KOO
 Ten  yol    10th  SIP

 

Kicks

 

 English  Korean
 front kick  ahp chagi
 roundhouse kick  dollyo chagi
 side kick  yop chagi
 crescent kick  bandal chagi
 ax kick  nareyo or chiko chagi
 back kick  dwi chagi
 hook kick  huryo chagi
 push kick  mireo chagi
 stretch kick  ahp ollyo chagi
 outward swing kick  bakkat chagi
 inward swing kick  an chagi
 target kick  pyojeok chagi
 twist kick  bitureo chagi
 spinning wheel kick  dwi dolryo chagi

 

Stances

 

 English  Korean
 closed feet stance  moa seogi
 ready motion  joonbe seogi
 parallel stance  naranhi seogi
 front stance  ahp koobi
 walking stance  ahp seogi
 back stance  dwi koobi
 horse riding stance  joo chom seogi
 front cross stance  ahp kkoa seogi
 back cross stance  dwi kkoa seogi
 crane stance  hakdari seogi
 left-hand stance  wen seogi
 right-hand stance  oreun seogi
 riger stance  beom seogi

 

Blocks

 

 English  Korean
 down or low block  arae makki
 high block  eulgool makki
 inward block  an makki
 knife hand block  sonnal makki
 middle block  momtong makki
 X block  otgoreo makki
 outward block  bakkat makki
 palm heel block  palm heel block
 scissors block  kawi makki
 twisst block  bituro makki
 wide open block  santeul makki
 spreading block  hechyo makki

 

Punches

 

 English  Korean
 reverse punch  bandae jireuki
 straight punch  bahro jireuki
 middle punch  momtong jireuki
 round punch  dolryo jireuki
 side punch  yop jireuki
 hook punch  dollyo jireuki
 downward punch  naeryo jireuki
 vertical fist punch  got jan jireuki
 upper cut punch  chi jireuki

 

Strikes

 

 English  Korean
 inward knifehand strike  sonnal an chigi
 outward knifehand strike  sonnal bakkat chigi
 downward hammer fist strike  me chu mok naeryo chigi
 palm heel strike  batangson chigi
 back fist strike  palkup chigi
 ridge hand strike  sohn nal doong
 bear hand strike  gom sohn

 

Meaning of the term Tae Kwon Do

 

 English  Korean
 TAE  a system of  foot techniques
 KWON  a system of fist techniques
 DO  behavioral intuition obtained through mental and physical experiences of the system of fist and foot techniques

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The origin of Tae Kwon Do dates as far back as the existence of man himself on earth.  With the passage of time, it had been streamlined and gradually formalized, then developed into a positive and perfect level due to the necessity for social life as simple human life became more complex and diversified.
Although Tae Kwon Do had survived through the long and adverse periods of Korean history as a component part of traditional culture, only a few murals in the underground chambers of Tumuli depicting Tae Kwon Do were found.

There are evidence of Tae Kwon Do in the murals of the Kakjeochong, Mooyongchong and Samsilchong Tombs of the Kogooryo era.  The tumuli of this era located at the former capital of the kingdom, present murals that are undeniable evidence of the existence of Tae Kwon Do in that period.  The murals show the original features of Tae Kwon Do.

Twenty years after the Kogooryo era, the Silla Dynasty was founded.  The warriors of Silva enjoyed various sports including archery, hunting, and Tae Kwon Do.

Other historic documents prove that there were also martial arts called by different names in the territories of Silla, Kogooryo, and Baekjae.

The entire nation of Baekjae enjoyed the sports of horse riding, archery, and Tae Kwon Do.  In fact, the whole populace were warriors well trained in martial arts.

The Baekjae nation was eventually conquered by Koryo where Tae Kwon Do was widely propagated as a national sport.

As far as Tae Kwon Do is concerned, Korea is the master country.  Historically, authentic records of Tae Kwon Do illustrate a large part of the Korean nation.  Handed through the Kogooryo, Silla, Baekjae, and Koryo, it was deeply rooted in the Joseon Dynasty era and scientifically systematized.

After the decline of the Joseon Dynasty, the Japanese invaded Korea and the Tae Kwon Do devotees often the the struggle against the invaders.

Today, modern Tae Kwon Do stresses on the scientific mobilization of human force and its application; the most important factors of which are stability, support, balance, elasticity, agility, and flexibility as well as mental and nervous concentration.

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  1. Children shall greet their parents with “Hi, Mom! and “Hi, Dad!” when they enter the home and tell their parents “Goodbye!” when they leave.
  2. Children will always be respectful of their parents, teachers, and elders.
  3. Children will be kind to their brothers and sisters.
  4. Children will keep the household neat and clean.
  5. Children will keep their hair, body, and teeth clean  daily.
  6. Children will not interrupt adult conversations.
  7. Children shall fix The Recipe for Straight ‘A’s Daily!
    • When you come home from school, open the refrigerator and have a glass of milk or juice. 
      Open your book to review what you studied today.
    • Do your homework.
    • Preview what you will study tomorrow.

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I realize what the spirit of Tae Kwon Do represents, and I will obey the instruction of the teachers placed above me.

I will demonstrate the spirit of Tae Kwon Do within my daily life and will have a strong sense of justice.

I will, to the best of my ability, try to develop my mind and body and will keep faith in my fellow students.

I will obey my parents, volunteer dedicated service to my country, and will strive to be a productive member of society.

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These are specific rules you should follow to help you become a better martial artist and person.

  1. Loyalty to your country
  2. Respect your parents and elders
  3. Faithfulness to your spouse
  4. Respect your brothers and sisters
  5. Loyalty to your friends
  6. Loyalty to your Do-jang
  7. Respect and trust your Instructor
  8. Behave correctly, in all means
  9. Stand for what is right
  10. Always finish what you start

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Use these tenets to help provide you with a general guideline of how you ought to conduct your life as a martial artist.

  1. Courtesy
  2. Integrity
  3. Perseverance
  4. Self Control
  5. Indomitable Spirit
  6. victory

Courtesy (Yae Yi)

Be polite and nice to others; example:  say “please” or “thank you” as appropriate.

Integrity (Sung Sil)

Having strong ethical values; example:  you return a wallet that was dropped by a stranger.

Perseverance (In Nae)

On the road to success, you will find challenges and experience failures; to persevere you must try and try, never letting setbacks keep you down; example:  you are learning to ride a bike and you keep falling down, but you keep trying and eventually learn to ride without falling.

Self Control (Ja Jae)

Ability to control one’s mind and body; example:  anger can sometimes result in unintended actions; therefore, never act when angry.

Indomitable Spirit (Bool Gul Ye Jung Sin)

Never let overwhelming odds keep deter you; continue to face the challenge with inner strength; example:  the soldiers who landed on the beach of Normandy in WWII had this because knowing that their chance of surviving the landing was low under heavy enemy fire, they eventually took control of that beach.

Another aspect of this is in risk taking.  Take risks and set goals; no one has ever achieved some level of success without taking risks.

Victory (Sung Ri)

Think positively; by thinking positively you can solve problems or win over situations placed before you; example:  Your boss gives you a project that must be done in one week, but you know you don’t have enough resources to complete the project in one week.  A person that doesn’t use “victory” as a guide for their general behavior will probably tell their boss that it can’t be done.  On the other hand a victory-minded person will say “yes, it can be done under the following conditions…”

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The Tae Kwon Do Do-Jang is a place to learn and practice the fundamentals of Tae Kwon Do.  While in the Do-Jang, the students must follow the basic rules.  The rules are enforced to maximize the effectiveness of the training environment, and to place emphasis on the development of the students’ mind and body.

The rules are as follows:

  1. Salute and say “Tae Kwon” when entering and leaving the Do-Jang.
  2. Bow and say “Ahn Yung Ha Sae Yo (Hello and How are you?).”  First to the Master, Instructor, Assistant in order of rank and then bow and say “Ahn Yung Ha Sae Yo” to the rest of the students and parents.  Students should put down everything when bowing or saluting.
  3. When the Master or Instructor enter the Do-Jang, stop (suspend) actions and bow to the Master and Instructors at the beginning and end of training.   Those seated should stand.
  4. When entering and leaving the Do-Jang, use words of respect when speaking to the Master and Instructors without distinction of age.
  5. Students shall bow when entering and leaving the training area.
  6. At the beginning of training, stand in line, kneel or the floor, placing the hands on the knees and remain silent for one minute in meditation, salute the National flags, read the tenets of Tae Kwon Do and Students’ Creed, and bow to the Master and Instructors.
  7. After training, kneel on the floor, placing the hands on the knees and remain silent for one minute in meditation, read the Ten Commandments, salute the National flags, bow to the Master, Instructors and other students.
  8. Students who are waiting for the next class to begin should follow the actions of the students in the class in progress and salute the flag, and bow to the Master and Instructors as well as the other students.
  9. The student’s DoBok (uniform) should be well taken cared of and in serviceable condition.  This uniform should be folded nicely or placed inside a bag.
  10. It is compulsory for all students to wear the approved uniform when training.
  11. If the uniform becomes out of place during the training session, turn away from the flags, other students and instructors, then adjust the uniform and resume training.
  12. After the training session, change uniform; fold uniform in approved manner and tie with belt.
  13. After training, make sure that any equipment used is returned to its proper place and that the training areas and Do-Jang is left in neat order.
  14. Students shall use the restroom before they come to class or before starting class (restroom breaks during class disrupts training and slows down class)
    • Anyone using the restroom must shall show respect to the next person by keeping it clean and dry.
    • Little Dragons shall ask the assistance of their parent/guardian when using the restroom.
    • Students using the restroom shall perform his/her share of cleaning it immediate after his/her class.
  15. Personal hygiene is your responsibility.  Clean uniform, trimmed nails, etc.
  16. Loud conversation, laughing, giggling and chewing gum have no place in Tae Kwon Do training.
  17. All students should strive to keep the spirit of Tae Kwon Do, observe the Rules of the Do-Jang and oby the Master and Instructors, as well as Assistants in that order.
  18. Students shall arrive no more than 10 minutes before their assigned class; students shall also leave the training facility no later than 10 minutes after dismissal from their assigned class.

Disciplinary action will be taken if students do not observe the rules as set down by the Do-Jang and penalties will vary, such as demotion of rank, Dan, Poom, Gup, or suspension or removal from the Do-Jang.

It is expected that all students will be dedicated, disciplined and actively involved in the promotion of  Tae Kwon Do and preserve the order of the Do-Jang.