CHIN MU KWAN TAEKWON-DO

     

 

Chin Mu Kwan Tae Kwon-Do Federation

 

TOURNAMENT FORM COMPETITION

Three Critical Elements

by David D. Harvey - 4^th Dan CTF

 

1.  Appearance

·        always wear a complete white traditional uniform, in accordance with the CTF standard

·        your uniform should be cleaned and pressed

·        belt should be tied properly - ends must be even

 

2.  Attitude

·        show your discipline while waiting for your turn - sit quietly

·        always show respect - bow to the panel of judges

·        respond to the judges with confidence - speak loudly and clearly; respond with “YES SIR” (or ma’am) when called to perform

·        present yourself properly:

 

“Judges, my name is                       .   My style is Tae Kwon Do.”

“My form is                          .    May I have your permission to begin please?”

 

·        be intense!  kiup LOUDLY during your performance!

 

3.  Performance

·        perform the highest form (appropriate for your rank) that you know thoroughly; do not present a form that you are unsure of, or have not practiced sufficiently

·        space yourself appropriately in the ring; allow enough floor space to complete your form uninterrupted

·        during your performance – use correct posture, keep your back straight, and your body aligned with your kicks; do not lean forward or to the side

·        exaggerate your techniques - LOW and DEEP stances, BIG arm movements

·        kick as high as you can without losing your balance

·        kicks should be locked out straight for a split second

·        avoid stiff movements; graceful and powerful is the key

·        if you make a mistake - don’t stop!  Don’t acknowledge your mistake!

·        breathe as you execute your techniques

·        eye contact - keep your eyes focused on an imaginary opponent

·        use timing - engross your audience in your performance

·        you must “create an atmosphere” that captures the judge’s attention

·        a good form practitioner will become so totally involved during his or her performance that they will not notice any distractions        

 

Remember - In order to perform like a champion,

you must practice like a champion!