Choi-Young
Choi-Yong is named after General Choi Yong, premier and commander in chief of the armed forces during the 14th century Koryo Dynasty. Choi Yong was greatly respected for his loyalty, patriotism, and humility. He was executed by his subordinate commanders headed by general Yi Sung-Gae, who later became the first King of the Yi Dynasty.

Sam-Il
Sam-Il denotes the historical date of the independence movement of Korea which began throughout the country on March 1, 1919. The 33 movements in the pattern stand for the 33 patriots who planned the movement.

Yoo-Sin
Yoo-Sin is named after General Kim Yoo Sin, commanding general during the Silla Dynasty. The 68 movements refer to the last two figures of 668 AD, the year Korea was united.

Your 3rd Dan Grading

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At The Grading

Identify Yourself
Line work set by the grading examiners
3 Step or 2 step Sparring
1 Step Sparring
Free Sparring
1st Dan Pattern — Students Choice
Colour Belt Pattern — Set by the Grading Examiner
1st Dan Pattern — Set by the Grading Examiner
2nd Dan Pattern — Set by the Grading Examiner
Pattern — Choi-Young
Pattern — Sam-Il
Pattern — Yoo-Sin
Destruction — Any Hand Technique (right and left), Any Foot Technique (right and left), Any Jumping Technique (High Section) or Any Jumping Technique (Middle Section)
Answer Questions