Taegeuk 5 Jang

Taegeuk 5 Jang represents “Son”, in Palgwe. “Son” symbolizes wind, which is gentle but can abruptly transform into a typhoon. In the human body, it corresponds with the pelvis and hip joint. Meaning, the muscles around the pelvis and hip joint must be relaxed to assume a stable and powerful posture while practicing Poomsae. This part of the body is the base that supports the spine and helps in taking stable and flexible postures. It is also the source of the rotational force and powerful kicks. Taegeuk 5 Jang involves the practice of techniques with different postures to exert power diversely, like an unpredictable typhoon