Rayners Lane 2nd Degree Syllabus

Juche Tul

Eui-Am Tul

Choong-Jang Tul

All previous Black belt patterns

All previous nine colour belt patterns + Saju Jirugi and Saju Makgi

All previous grading requirements (ie. Basics, combinations etc.)

One Step Sparring: Ilbo Matsogi (Hand & Foot Attacks / both double & single alternating attacks)

Foot Sparring: Bal Matsogi

Free Sparring: Jayu Matsogi (Both padded/competition style and unpadded with control)

Traditional Sparring: Chan T'ong Matsogi (with 30 second ground rule. Medium contact levels)

2 vs 1 Sparring: Idale Matsogi

3 vs 1 Sparring - Sam-Tae-Il Matsogi

Self Defence Techniques: Hosin Sool Kyon Bon - from front & rear

Self Defence Techniques: Hosin Sool Kyon Bon - Seated

Self Defence against Knife : Hosin Sool Dae Dando (Stabs & slashes + close range to front & rear)

Self Defence against Stick/Club: Hosin Sool Dae Dae Gonbong

Self Defence against Pistol (Gun) : Hosin Sool Dae Gwon Chong (close range to front & rear)

Free Sparring against Knife: Juyo Matsogi Dae Dando

Demonstration of Throwing and Falling Techniques: Dunjigi Wa Torojigi

Demonstrate 8 pressure point attacks/defences

Demonstrate 10 applications from the patterns learnt to date

Power Tests

a) Jumping Reverse Turning Kick. Both Legs - 1 Boards
b) Reverse Knife Hand - 2 Boards (or red board)
c) Power Break - Any technique 3/4 boards (3 for -75kg / 4 for +75kg)
d) Any hand technique not used at 1st Kup/1st degree Grading - weak hand - 1 board
(Black for adults, cream for under 16`s)
d) Multiple Technical Break Demonstration - Students Choice (Be impressive, this is for 3rd degree)

26.Extra items at the examiners discretion

Note: Some of the previous grading elements; for example 3 step sparring, may or may not be selected and is at the examiners discretion, though all students are advised to ensure they are well versed at everything, from every grade.

Meaning of Juche
"Juche" is a philosophical idea that man is the master of everything
and decides everything. In other words, the idea that man is the
master of the world and his own destiny. It is said that this idea was
rooted in Baekdu Mountain which symbolizes the spirit of the Korean
people. The diagram represents Baekdu mountain.

Juche has 45 Movements
Junbi Jase - Parallel Stance with Twin Side Elbow

Meaning of Eui-Am
Eui-Am is the pseudonym of Son Byong Hi, leader of the Korean independence
movement on March 1, 1919. The 45 movements refer to his age when he
changed the name of Dong Hak (Oriental culture) to Chondo Kyo (Heavenly
way religion) in 1905. The diagram represents his Indomitable Spirit, displayed
while dedicating himself to the prosperity of his nation..

Eui-Am has 45 movements.
Junbi Jase - Moa Junbi Sogi 'D'

Meaning of Choong-Jang
Choong-Jang is the pseudonym given to General Kim Duk Ryang
who lived during the Lee Dynasty, 14th century. This pattern ends
with a left-hand attack to symbolize the tragedy of his death at 27 in
prison before he was able to reach full maturity.

Choong-Jang has 52 movements.
Junbi Jase - Moa Junbi Sogi 'A'

Terminology for Juche Tul:
Consult General Choi's Encylopedia for relevant terminology

Terminology for Eui-Am Tul:
Consult General Choi's Encylopedia for relevant terminology

Terminology for Choong-Jang Tul:
Consult General Choi's Encylopedia for relevant terminology

Throwing & Falling Techniques - Dunjigi Wa Torojigi (includes all break falls, throws and reaping techniques)

All Theory Of Power (see personal folder)

Meaning of the tenets (see personal folder)

History of Taekwon-do (see personal folder)

Vital Spots (see personal folder)

Pattern Diagrams & movements

All previous terminology

Own research

Written Essay on Taekwon-do in General or its components
(i.e. Patterns, Sparring, Breaking, Conditioning, Applications, History etc.)
Note: this section of the exam may be published

Note: Students must have completed the following during their 2nd Degree:

a. Credits: Gained a minimum of 600 credits class time

b. Teaching: 300+ hours developing teaching ability since

c. Demonstrate the ability to lead a class, form a lesson plan & attitude towards instruction, for a whole lesson (feedback will be provided) - this may be required on more than one occasion

d. Competition: Competed as a Black belt in black belt tournament divisions (Patterns, Sparring & destruction). Not applicable to those over 35 years old though a veterans division is recommended at least once.

e. Refereeing: Must be competent in corner judging, Central Refereeing and Mirror judging via experience and/or Refereeing Course.

Notes on eligibility towards taking your 2nd Degree black belt examination
Being a good black belt is more than simply knowing your techniques, being good at sparring or competition etc., as refining & understanding what you know is imperative, the correct attitude towards training, teaching & behaving are very important. Black belt represents a lot, third degree is seen as moving away from lower black belt grades and is the step just before 'Expert' level and as such held in high regard by many. Certainly it is the highest of the novice black belt levels, so following guidelines are in place to ensure you have covered all bases on your route to 3rd degree:

1.The completion all colour belt gradings, and 1st Degree grading.
2.Regular training at 2nd Degree for a minimum of 3 years with a minimum of 600 credits and 300 teaching hours under your belt (both children & adult classes).
3.Completion of the necessary requirements (see above for criteria)
4.Assessment by your instructor
5.Invitation to grade
6.Students may have to attend pre-grading sessions

Following the above criteria being met, students will be invited to grade by their instructor at the next available black belt grading. They should not request it, as not only is this attitude improper but it may cause upset & offence if the request is denied. Simply, you will grade when you are ready!