2nd Gup

RED STRIPE to RED BELT
Video: 
See video
Pattern: 

TOI GYE TUL

Toi-Gye was the pen name of the noted scholar and philosopher Yi Hwang (16th Century), an authority on neo-Confucianism. The 37 movements refer to his birthplace on 37 degrees latitude, the diagram represents 'scholar'.

Self-Defense: 

Refer to "The Official USTC Color Belt Testing Requirements" video or your Instructor for details.

Step Sparring: 

Refer to "The Official USTC Color Belt Testing Requirements" video or your Instructor for details.

Kicking Combinations: 

Downward Kick, Mid-Air 180º Reverse Hooking Kick

Free Sparring: 

Against 1 Partner

Breaking: 

Twisting Kick (Low, Middle or High Section)

Questions: 

You will be required to answer the following:

  1. What is the purpose of class?
    “To understand yourself through the training of mind and body”.
    Through training in the martial arts, students improve physical fitness, balance and coordination; develop speed and reflexes; learn self-defense techniques; and are placed through rigorous mental training. This level of aptitude must be kept constant by consistent training. Through classes, the martial artist MAINTAINS his/her level of physical fitness and mental fortitude.


  2. What is the meaning of TOI-GYE?
    TOI-GYE is the pen name of the noted scholar Yi Hwang (16th century), an authority on neo-Confucianism. The 37 movements of the pattern refer to his birthplace on the 37∞ latitude, the diagram represents “scholar”.

  3. How many movements are in TOI-GYE?
    37 movements
Testing Requirements: 

ALL CANDIDATES MUST HAVE A USTC MEMBERSHIP PRIOR TO TESTING!

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