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Won-Hyo

Won-Hyowas born in the town of Za-in-myon in Kyongsang Province in 617 AD. Legend has it that Won-Hyo’s mother, while pregnant with him, was passing by a sala tree when she suddenly felt birth pangs, and, without having time to … Continue reading

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Do-San

The form was named after the pen name of An Chang-ho, a Korean independence activist, and co-writer of the Korean national anthem.  The 24 moves of the pattern represent the 24 hours in a day, which in turn is a … Continue reading

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Dan Gun

Dan Gun is an interesting form in Tae Kwon Do.  It was developed by Choi Hong Hi, Nam Tae Hi and Han Cha Kyo for the O Do Kwan schools.  The form is named after the legendary founder of the Gojoseon Dynasty … Continue reading

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Chon-Ji

Chon-Ji is one of the fundamental patterns of Tae Kwon Do, although it is often not taught any more.  It was developed by Choi Hong Hi, Nam Tae Hi and Han Cha Kyo for the O Do Kwan schools.  The … Continue reading

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