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CATBAGAN, YVONNE CLAIRE

BSME-1

Assignment:

History of Taekwondo

One of the earliest clues of Taekwondo’s existence is a mural painted on the wall of a
tomb that was built in the Korean kingdom of Koguryo, between 37 BC and 66 AD. The drawing
shows two unarmed figures facing each other in a Taekwondo style stance. Additional drawings
in the tomb show figures performing blocks and wearing uniforms similar to those used in
modern day Taekwondo training.

The advancement of Taekwondo and its techniques developed as the country of Korea
developed. There are examples and history of Taekwondo training in virtually all the records of
the different kingdoms that existed within the country throughout the centuries.

The highest form of the ancient art was achieved in the kingdom of Silla. This tiny kingdom
constantly faced attacks and opposition from larger and stronger areas. As a result the ruler of the
kingdom, King Jin Heung, established an elite group of warriors called the “Hwarang” or
“Flower of Youth”.

The Hwarang consisted of the sons of nobles within the kingdom. They were carefully selected
and formally trained in all aspects of military skills including unarmed combat, which at the time
was known as Tae Kyon. It is significant that the Hwarang were taught not only the importance
of developing their bodies, but their minds and spirits as well. In addition to fighting techniques,
the young warriors were instructed in history, poetry, and philosophy. The entire body of study
was known as Hwarang Do. The Hwarang gained skills not only for battle, but for daily life. This
relates directly to modern Taekwondo training, which provides self defense skills as well as
improved character, self-discipline, and confidence that can be applied to any task.

Following the Silla dynasty came the Koryo dynasty (935 AD – 1352 AD) from which Korea
takes its name. Martial arts practice, known as Subak Do, became popular as an organized sport
with detailed rules. The royal family sponsored competitions and demonstrations, and martial
arts became deeply rooted in Korean culture.
Tenets of Taekwondo

1. Courtesy- treat others as you would like to be treated.


2. Integrity- being able to stand up for what is ethically correct.
3. Perseverance- is that drive that helps you keep working even when you want to quit.
4. Self-control- the ability of one to function in the world today without losing patience or
displaying ill-temper or anger towards another.
5. Indomitable Spirit- not giving in when things go against you and/or the application of
will to overcome failure.

Vital Points of Taekwondo

The front of the head

1.
Number Description Result of light impact Result of full-power attack
1 Top of head 2 4
2 Forehead 2 4
3 Temple 3 5
4 Cheekbone 2 4
5 Neck artery 3 5
6 Cervical trachea 3 5
7 Glabella 2 4
8 Intraocular pressure 2 4
9 Eyeball 2/3 4/5
10 Philtrum 1/2 3/4
11 Jaw 2 4
12 Chin 2 4
13 Adam's apple 3 5
The front of the body

Number Description Result of light impact Result of full-power attack


1 Center of the torax 2 4
2 Lower end of sternum 3 5
3 Solar plexus 3 5
4 Center of abdomen 2 4
5 Inner thigh 2 4
6 Center of instep 2 4
7 Brest 1 3
8 Thorax flank 2 4
9 Flank pit of waist 2 4
10 Groin 3 5
11 Upper knee-edge 2 4
12 Shin 1 3
The back of the body

Number Description Result of light impact Result of full-power attack


1 Back of the neck 3 5
2 (several parts of) backbone 3 5
3 Outside of upper arm 1 4
4 Outerwrist 1 3
5 Hipnerve 2 4
6 Achilles heel 2 4
7 Kidneys 2 4
8 Elbow (just below) 1 3
9 Coccyx 2 4/5
10 Pit of thumb and first-finger 2 4
11 Kneepit 1 3

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