The Ten Commandments of Poomse

1. When assuming the ready stance, be calm, cautious, and courageous. This is displayed through a show of power with the hand in a fist.

2. Focus all your concentration on the task at hand. Shut out all the other noises and distractions.

3. Maintain objective focus. Look straightforward in executing a block, punch, or kick. You should see and visualize the target area.

4. Execution of every movement must be dynamic. Maximum power should be displayed with every block, kick, and punch.

5. When a yell (kihop) is called for, it must be sharp and loud, reflecting the strong spirit of the performer.

6. In turning, look first then turn. Remember that in forms one defends against multiple imaginary attackers. You must see the attacker before you can defend against them.

7. Seemingly endless repetition of the poomse is the key to mastering and complete understanding. (Over 1,000 times a form)

8. After many years, the student begins to discover the mental and spiritual nature of Taekwondo through the poomse.

9. Return to the ready stance, calmly, Gracefully and with satisfaction.

10. Watching one who mastered a poomse perform, is a breathtaking sight. Always remember a poomse is a performance, one should challenge themselves each time a form is performed.