Taeguk IL Jang
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The first Taegeuk poomsae is composed to accommodate 8th gup, and is characterized by two kicking actions, one in the 14th, and one in the 16th steps. It includes the ready stance, the elemental walking movement, and both the forward and extended forward stances.
Being the first poomsae, its actions are associated with the first concept of the Book of Changes, which is called keon. Keon is the creative force, which inhabits all physical forms. Keon is powerful and aggressive, and it is represented by heaven and light.
As an 8th gup student, you are urged to consider this concept as you do this first poomsae, and to allow it to influence the styling of your movements. The effect of these thoughts on your performance may be extremely subtle, but to the eyes of an expert, it is quite noticeable, and indeed, traditionally corrects.
"Heaven provides rain and the sun provides light and together they make things grow. It is the basis of all things."
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