First new Poomsae Himchari Poomsae - A new Taekwondo Poomsae applied in competition in 2018 for age under 18
In September 2016, the Kukkiwon and the Asian Taekwondo Union made a significant announcement - the development of ten new poomsae to be utilized in taekwondo competitions. These forms were specifically designed to add a new level of challenge for competitors, potentially limiting the number of participants but also seeking to attract a larger audience to the sport.
Among the ten new forms, there is one that stands out as particularly challenging - Himchari, meaning "Powerful Challenge". This form was created for tournament competitors under the age of 18, aiming to test their limits and showcase their strength in the face of a difficult challenge. The intricate lines and movements of Himchari symbolize growth and resilience, resembling a sprout stretching towards the sky.
The introduction of these new poomsae raised concerns among the taekwondo community, especially regarding the potential implementation of the forms in promotion tests. The fear was that with the increased difficulty, only a select few would be able to advance to the coveted black belt status, potentially deterring aspiring practitioners from continuing their journey in the sport.
Each poomsae in the series is tailored for specific age groups, with names like Yamang, Saebyeol, and Nareusya reflecting different themes and challenges. The ultimate goal of incorporating these new forms into competitions is to elevate the level of performance and make it easier for judges to differentiate between top-ranking competitors during the final rounds.
While the new poomsae present a daunting challenge for athletes, they also offer an exciting opportunity to showcase skill and determination in a competitive setting. The introduction of forms like Himchari and Bigak, the "Flying Kick", add a dynamic element to tournaments and push competitors to hone their techniques and push their limits.
Overall, the development of these new poomsae represents a bold step towards innovation in the world of taekwondo. While they may present a formidable challenge for competitors, they also promise to captivate audiences with their complexity and showcase the skill and dedication of taekwondo practitioners at the highest level.
why make a poomsae that no old master will be able to do. why are all the front kicks and round kicks used with only the instep? If you wanted to unify tae kwon do this is not a form that other kwans would want to adopt.
ReplyDeleteIt's getting more ridiculous now with all these moves.. Karate Kata still nice to see with the solid stances and punches.. This new poomsae is more like K-Pop...
ReplyDeleteEven the new generation of kyorugi is like tap dancing.. Those days a solid kick only earns a point in a tournament.. now a days, in a single round you can score up to 20 to 30 points
Wow the back ground music so chic and the beat match. I‘d love to have music in exam.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely hated this poomsae....
ReplyDeleteU get lost during the performance...
So who is going to teach this to the students such that there is fairness in the competition between international competitors? I cannot find any technical description for each step, and to learn from a video in this day and age is not acceptable.
ReplyDeletewhere is the art?
ReplyDeleteNope, will not teach it to students. This is ridiculous. Stop changing things. I might switch to karate soon. Starting to jat taekwondo and it's never ending changes.
ReplyDeleteAMEN. I won't teach it either.
DeleteThis is STUPID. Why can't they just leave things alone. TKD is hundreds of years of tradition, not all this new CRAP.
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