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Kick: Jump Front Kick

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Q: What do you learn at this school?

1. Tae Kwon Do, Sir!

Q: What is Tae Kwon Do?

1. The Korean martial art, Sir!

Q: What is Tae Kwon Do?

1. Tae - meaning foot or kick, Sir!
2. Kwon - meaning hand for punch or block, Sir!
3. Do - meaning the way of life or philosophy, Sir!

Q: What is the name of your school?

1. Rolling Hills Tae Kwon Do, Sir!

Q: What is the telephone number of your school?

1. 310-377-5425 (KICK), Sir!

Q: What is the name of your Grand Master?

1. Grand Master Byung Yang, Sir!

Q: How do you say, "How are You?" and "Thank you" in Korean?

1. How are you?, is Ahn young ha sae yo. Sir!
   Thank you, is Kahm sa hahm nee dah. Sir!

Q: What is Home Rule number one? (Children)

1. Children shall greet their parents with "Hi, Mom!, Hi, Dad!" when they enter the house and tell their parents "Goodbye" when they leave, Sir!

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Basic #1

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Kick: Sliding Side Kick

Q: What do you call the “instructor” or 1-3 Dan Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do?

1. Kyo Sa Nim, Sir!

Q: What do you call a 4th Dan Black Belt Master in Tae Kwon Do?

1. Sa Bum Nim, Sir!

Q: What does Sa Bum Nim mean?

1. A fathering master (a model for others), Sir!

Q: Why do you yell in Tae Kwon Do?

1. To develop spiritual strength with concentration, power and confidence, Sir!

Q: How do you yell?

1. The yell comes from “Tan-Jun” which is the lower part of the stomach. The yell must be with spirit, Sir!

Q: What is the Bow?

1. The bow is a Korean form of greeting, Sir!

Q: Why do you bow?

1. To show respect, Sir!

Q: What is Home Rule number two? (Children)

1. Children will always be respectful of their parents, teachers, and elders, Sir!

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Basic #3

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Kick: 1 Step Turning Side Kick

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Q: When do we bow?

1. We bow to the flags when entering the dojang, when leaving the dojang, when class starts and when class ends. Also we bow to the Grand Master, Master Instructor, to a higher level belt and other students. The bow is used anytime and anywhere respect is shown, not only in the dojang but everywhere, Sir!

Q: Do you know why you take a test

1. We test to further our knowledge of Tae Kwon Do through test preparation and the test experience, to gain confidence by performing under pressure, and to let a qualified judge determine the increase of my knowledge, Sir!

Q: What is Home Rule number three? (Children)

1. Children will be kind to their brothers and sisters, Sir!

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Taegeuk #1

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Kick: Jump Turning Side Kick

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Q: Can you explain the meaning of white belt?

1. The white belt signifies purity and no knowledge of Tae Kwon do, Sir!

Q: From what countries did Tae Kwon Do, Karate and Kung Fu come from?

• Tae Kwon Do is from Korea
• Karate is from Japan
• Kung Fu is from China, Sir!

Q: Why do you use control in free sparring?

1. To demonstrate mental discipline, physical control of ourselves and to build self-confidence, this indicates a strong mind, Sir!

Q: What part of the foot do you use in these kicks?

• Front Kick: Ball of your foot or instep
• Roundhouse Kick: Ball of your foot or instep
• Side Kick: Heal
• Back Kick: Heal
• Back Spinning Kick: Heal or bottom of foot
• Hammer Kick: Heal or bottom of foot, Sir!

Q: What is Home Rule number four? (Children)

1. Children will keep the household neat and clean, Sir!

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Taegeuk #2

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Kick: Flying Side Kick

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Q: What is a Poor Student?

1. The Poor Student is lazy and simply expects results without sweat, Sir!

Q: What is a Good Student?

1. The Good Student has the desire to learn and to achieve goals, Sir!

Q: What is an Excellent Student?

1. The Excellent Student not only learns techniques but gains knowledge of expressive ability, accepts hard work and sweat; realizing results come from come from practice, Sir!

Q: What is the Best Student?

1. The Best Student never gives up trying to learn what he or she needs to learn until it becomes second nature, both in technique and attitude, Sir!

Q: What is Home Rule number five? (Children)

1. Children will keep their hair, body and teeth clean daily, Sir!

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Taegeuk #3

Requirements

Kick: Jump Turn Roundhouse Kick

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Q: Who is your best friend? Why?

1. A book and pencil, Sir! If we want to be strong and good we must have a good education, Sir!

Q: How much do you love yourself?

1. More than anything in the world, Sir!

Q: What does Tae Kwon Do mean to you?

1. It is a way of life and a way of self-improvement, Sir!

Q: What do you think is the most important thing in Tae Kwon Do?

1. Spirit, Sir! It is because the spirit is what motivates the body and mind, Sir!

Q: What is Home Rule number six? (Children)

1. Children will not interrupt adult conversations, Sir!

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Taegeuk #4

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Q: What is the student creed of Tae Kwon Do?

1. To build true confidence through knowledge of the mind, honesty in the heart and strength in the body.
2. To keep friendship with one another and to build a strong and happy community.
3. Never fight to achieve selfish ends, but to develop might for right, Sir!

Q: What are the Ten Commandments of Tae Kwon Do?

1. Be loyal to our country
2. Be obedient to your parents
3. Be faithful to your spouse
4. Be on good terms with your brother and sister
5. Be loyal to your friends
6. Be respectful to your elders
7. Trust your elders
8. Say no to drugs
9. Stand up for what is right
10. Always finish what you start, Sir!

Q: What are the two ways to count to ten in Korean?

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Kick: Spin Hook Kick

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Q: Can you explain what makes power?

1. Power is made by weight and speed together with relaxation, concentration, and confidence, Sir!

Q: Why do we practice breathing control?

1. To develop spiritual strength (GI) and endurance, Sir!

Q: Why are there different color belts?

1. The increase in knowledge and ability is symbolized by the darkness of the colors in the belts as one advances, Sir!

Q: What is Home Rules number seven? (Children)

1. Children shall fix the recipe for straight A’s daily, Sir!

Recipe for Straight A's

• When you come home from school,
  open your book to review what you studied.
• Do your homework.
• Preview what you will study tomorrow.

Additional Adult Requirements

Taegeuk #5

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Kick: X Kick

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Q: What is the most powerful thing in the world?

1. An idea, Sir! Ideas can change whole world, but an idea, knowledge, and strength are just potential power and must be put into action, Sir!

Q: Do you have any problems in your life?

1. Yes, Sir! Everyone has problems but the most important question is how we deal with problems. Don’t escape and blame other people, but face my problems and solve them, Sir!

Q: What is the most powerful tool for success in your life?

1. Setting goals and working towards them, Sir!

Additional Adult Requirements

Taegeuk #6

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Kick: X Kick

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Q: Where are the three attack points when you punch or kick?

1. High section – In Joong (Philtrum)
2. Middle section – Myung Chee (Solar Plexus)
3. Lower section – Dan Jun or Nang sim (Abdomen or Groin), Sir!

Q: What are the three basic points to remember in Tae Kwon Do?

1. The three basic points are:
1. Eye focus
2. Good Balance
3. Loud, Strong, Kihap, Sir!

Q: What are the five tenets of Tae Kwon Do?

1. The five tenets of Tae Kwon Do are:
1. Courtesy
2. Integrity
3. Perseverance
4. Self-control
5. Indomitability, Sir!

Q: What are the Home Rules for children 1-7?

1. See “Family Home Rules” handout.

Additional Adult Requirements

Taegeuk #7

Requirements

Kick: X Kick

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Q: What are the five points to remember when doing forms?

1. Both hands twist together – one hand twists out while, at the same time, the other hand twists in.
2. Both hands pull together – the two hands pull together at the same time.
3. Straight line – your hand should move in a straight line towards your target.
4. Waist power – each block or punch should be delivered using waist power.
5. Use accurate distance an angle with explosive impact power, Sir!

Q: Why is it necessary to practice basics and forms?

1. Forms and basics build a necessary solid foundation for achieving coordination, agility and skill. Performing these techniques also builds confidence and concentration, Sir!

Q: What is the advanced student code of honor?

1. Respect each other
2. Be honest
3. Be patient
4. Help each other
5. Always stand by the weak
6. Be loyal to yourself and your family
7. Obey and be loyal to your master
8. Be loyal to your Dojang, Sir!

Additional Adult Requirements

Taegeuk #8

Requirements

Kick: X Kick

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Q. What are the requisites of Tae Kwon Do?

1. Contact with natural surroundings.
2. Contact with diverse physical condition.
3. Performing suitable exercise.
4. Eating suitable nourishment.
5. Getting proper amount of rest. sir!

Q. How to be a winner?

1. Set your goal, believe in yourself
   and think positively, sir!

Q. What is the Black Belt?

1. Symbol of excellence in the Martial Art.
2. Tremendous sense of accomplishment,
   greater self-worth.
3. Total character development and improvement of inner self, sir!

Q. What is a Martial Arts attitude?

1. I shall practice in the spirit of Tae Kwon Do with courtesy for fellow student, loyalty for my instructor, and respect for my junior and seniors, sir!
2. I shall live with perseverance in the spirit of Tae Kwon Do, having honor for others, integrity within myself, and self-control in my actions, sir!

Q. What is the Tae Kwon Do Chung Shin (tenet of Tae Kwon Do)?

1. Courtesy (Yae le)
2. Integrity (Yom Chi)
3. Self-control (In Nae)
4. Perseverance (Geuk)
5. Indomitable Spirit (Balk Chul Bool Gool)

Additional Adult Requirements

Taegeuk #9