Taeguk 1 - II Jang
Heaven (beginner mind)
The first Taeguk is the beginning of all Poomses. The associated trigram represents Yang (heaven, light), therefore, this Poornse should be performed with the greatness of Heaven.
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| Taeguk 2 - Ee Jang
Still Lake (Strong inside, gentle outside)
In the depths of the lake are treasures and mysteries. The movements of this Taeguk should be performed knowing that man has limitations but that we can overcome these limitations. This should lead to a feeling of joy knowing that we can control our future. |
| Taeguk 3 - Sam Jang
Fire (Energy)
Fire contains a lot of energy; fire helped man to survive, but on the other hand can have some catastrophic results. This form should be performed rhythmically, with some outbursts of energy. |
| Taeguk 4 - Sa Jang
Thunder (Action)
Thunder comes from the sky and is absorbed by the earth. Thunder is one of the most powerful natural forces. This Taeguk poomse should be performed with this power in mind. |
| Taeguk 5 - Oh Jang
Wind (Unseen force)
Wind is a gentle force, but can sometimes be furious, destroying everything in it's path. Poomse Taeguk Oh Jang should be performed like the wind - gently, but with knowledge of the strong force in each movement. |
| Taeguk 6 - Yook Jang
Water (Flowing Motion)
Water can move a mountain. The movements of this Poomse should be performed like water - sometimes standing still like water in a lake, sometimes thriving as a river |
| Taeguk 7 - Chil Jang
Mountain (Never giving up)
Mountains will always look majestic, no matter the size. This Poomse should be performed with the feeling that all movements are majestic, strong and proud. |
| Taeguk 8 - Pal Jang
Earth (circle of life)
The associated trigram of this Poomse is Yin - the end of the beginning, the evil part of all that is good. Even in this darkness, there is still some light. Performing this Taeguk one should be aware that this is the last Taeguk to be learned. It is also the end of a circle, and therefore it is also the first, the second etc... |
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