MichiganTKD
Master Black Belt
If the WTF/Kukkiwon is developing new Poomsae, it is my sincere wish that they contain two things:
1. The power and body development of the Palgue forms.
2. The more modern techniques of Tae Kwon Do.
Keep in mind, the Palgue forms are a snapshot of what Tae Kwon Do was like in the 50's-60's: still a Japanese influence but asserting its own identity. As a result, the Japanese inluence was still obvious while the Korean technique is becoming more apparent. I really hope that the new forms reflect more modern accepted Tae Kwon Do technique. That doesn't mean they have to include 540-degree jump kicks or alternating roundhouse kicks, but having more jump/back/flying kicks would be nice.
Keep in mind, the new forms should not merely reflect sport TKD. Forms should A. Make your body strong and B. Showcase accepted TKD technique. The new forms will hopefully retain the grace and power of traditional TKD while incorporating the more modern techniques.
Hope this makes sense. Typing under the influence of Guinness can be tricky sometimes
1. The power and body development of the Palgue forms.
2. The more modern techniques of Tae Kwon Do.
Keep in mind, the Palgue forms are a snapshot of what Tae Kwon Do was like in the 50's-60's: still a Japanese influence but asserting its own identity. As a result, the Japanese inluence was still obvious while the Korean technique is becoming more apparent. I really hope that the new forms reflect more modern accepted Tae Kwon Do technique. That doesn't mean they have to include 540-degree jump kicks or alternating roundhouse kicks, but having more jump/back/flying kicks would be nice.
Keep in mind, the new forms should not merely reflect sport TKD. Forms should A. Make your body strong and B. Showcase accepted TKD technique. The new forms will hopefully retain the grace and power of traditional TKD while incorporating the more modern techniques.
Hope this makes sense. Typing under the influence of Guinness can be tricky sometimes
