Poomsae is a defined pattern of defence-and-attack forms used to teach Taekwondo. It allows practitioners to practise Taekwondo moves as though they are fighting one or more imaginary opponents.

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Other than helping to improve correct Taekwondo techniques, Poomsae helps to improve concentration, physical fitness, beathing techniques, coordination, mindfulness, and perseverance. It is very difficult to think of anything else while performing Poomsae as it requires strong focus. It also reinforces muscle memory, allowing the practitioner to perform moves quickly with little thought.

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There are 8 coloured belt patters called "Taegeuks" (Taegeuk means the Universe where all things come from) and 8 Black Belt patterns in Kukkiwon Taekwondo.

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Each pattern is below. Click on the links to see each one. As always, if there are any questions, ask Grandmaster Jeff.

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Basic Pattern - the first pattern to be learned. For White Belts.

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Taegeuks

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1. Il Jang - Heaven and Light

2. I Jang - The Lake

3. Sam Jang - Fire

4. Sa Jang - Thunder

5. O Jang - Wind

6. Yuk Jang - Water

7. Chil Jang - Mountain

8. Pal Jang - Earth

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Black Belt Patterns

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1. Koryo - "learned man", symbolizing a wise person

2. Taebaek - "diamond", symbolizing hardness, unbreakable

3. Pyongwon - "open plain", symbolizing peacefulness

4. Sipjin - "eternal 10", symbolizing health and longevity

5. Jitae - mankind as the connection between heaven and earth

6. Chonkwon - "sky", symbolizing piety

7. Hansu - "water", symbolizing adaptability

8. Ilyeo - oneness of the mind and body

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