Jissen Taekwondo 실전 태권도

Every Taekwondo technique begins with understanding the body. 🥋

This chart introduces many of the essential Korean terms used in traditional Taekwondo. Learning these terms isn’t just about memorization—it’s about developing precision, discipline, and a deeper understanding of every movement.

Some key vocabulary includes:

* Ko – Nose
* Mok – Neck
* Tok – Chin
* Son – Hand
* Sonnal – Knife-hand
* Sonkut – Fingertips
* Jumeok – Fist
* Palmok – Forearm
* Palkup – Elbow
* Myong-chi – Solar Plexus
* Habookbo – Lower Abdomen
* Murup – Knee
* Dari – Leg
* Bal – Foot
* Apchuk – Ball of the Foot
* Baldung – Instep
* Balbadak – Sole of the Foot
* Balnal – Knife-edge of the Foot
* Balkut – Toes

The body is also divided into three primary target zones:

* Olgul – High Section (Head & Face)
* Momtong – Middle Section (Torso)
* Arae – Low Section (Below the Waist)

At Jissen Dōjō Martial Arts & Self Defense, Kyo Sa Nim Luis Acosta teaches students to understand not only how to execute techniques, but why they work. Every punch, block, strike, and kick is taught with proper body mechanics, Korean terminology, practical self-defense applications, and respect for traditional Taekwondo values.

Whether you’re a beginner learning your first stance or an advanced student refining powerful kicks and combinations, building a strong foundation in terminology and technique creates more confident, knowledgeable martial artists.

Train with purpose. Learn with precision. Live with confidence.

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What’s the biggest mistake people make when throwing a kick? 🥋

Taekwondo legend Grandmaster Hee Il Cho breaks down the most common errors in the ax kick, crescent kick, roundhouse kick, and side kick—and explains how to fix them for more speed, power, and effectiveness.

Read more: https://www.blackbeltmag.com/post/kick-fix-taekwondo-legend-hee-il-cho-corrects-the-most-common-kicking-problems

“Taekwondo is not just a fighting art, it is a way of life”.