Introduction
Gae-Baek Tul is named after General Gae-Baek, a famous military commander during the Baekje Dynasty. The diagram of the pattern represents his severe and strict military discipline.
This pattern is performed by 1st Dan Black Belt students and contains 44 movements. Gae-Baek Tul is known for its dynamic combinations, jumping techniques, fast motion, connecting motion, and advanced coordination requirements.
Pattern Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Pattern Name | Gae-Baek Tul |
| Rank | 1st Dan Black Belt |
| Movements | 44 |
| Diagram | I |
| Meaning | Represents the strict military discipline of General Gae-Baek |
Stances and Leg Techniques
- Sitting Stance with Body Raised Slightly
- Walking Stance
- X-Stance
- Bending Ready Stance Type A
- Sitting Stance
- Parallel Ready Stance
- L-Stance
- Walking Stance
- Low Twisting Kick (Foot)
- Mid Side Front Turning Kick (Foot Sword)
- Mid Piercing Kick (Foot)
- Low Side Front Snap Kick (Foot)
- Mid Side Piercing Kick (Foot)
Arm Techniques
- Mid 9-Shape Block (Forearm)
- Low/Mid Scooping Upward Block (Palm)
- High Outward Block (Twin Arc-Hand)
- High Strike (Backfist)
- Mid Upset Punch (Middle-Knuckle Fist)
- High W-Shape Block (Twin Outer Forearm)
- Mid Checking Block (X-Knife-Hand)
- Mid Strike (Elbow)
- High Strike (Reverse Knife-Hand)
- Low Guarding Block (Reverse Knife-Hand)
- Low W-Shape Block (Knife-Hand)
- Low Block (Knife-Hand)
- High Vertical Punch (Twin Forefist)
- Mid Upset Punch (Forefist)
- Mid Punch (Forefist)
- High Rising Block (Forearm)
- High Block (Twin Forearm)
- Mid Guarding Block (Forearm)
- Low Block (Forearm)
- Mid Guarding Block (Knife-Hand)
- Mid Punch (Forefist)
Arm Placements and Motion Types
Arm Placements
- Backhand under opposite elbow
- Palm to opposite shoulder
- Side fist in front of opposite shoulder
- Hands stay in previous position
- Backfist under opposite elbow
- Hands pulled in opposite direction of kick
Motion Types
- Connecting Motion
- Continuous Motion
- Fast Motion
Body Movements
- Jumping
- Turning Right 90+45 Degrees
- Turning Left 45 Degrees
- Turning Left 90+45 Degrees
- Turning Left 45 Degrees
- Jumping Forward
- Spot Turn Method 1 Left 180 Degrees
- Slipping Pulling Backward
- Turning Left 180 Degrees
- Turning Left 270 Degrees
- Stepping Backward
- Turning Right 90 Degrees
- Turning Right 180 Degrees
- Turning Left 90 Degrees
- Stepping Forward
Performance Notes
Gae-Baek Tul requires powerful performance combined with strict technical control. The pattern includes several advanced motions such as connecting motion, fast motion, jumping techniques, and multiple turning methods that challenge the student's coordination and timing.
Special attention should be given to body control during jumping movements, the accuracy of the side piercing kicks, and the synchronization between hand and foot techniques. Students should also maintain strong posture and reaction force throughout all transitions.
The spirit of Gae-Baek Tul should reflect discipline, decisiveness, and confidence. Every movement should appear controlled and purposeful, demonstrating the maturity expected from a black belt practitioner.
Movement Sequence
| Move | Body Movement | Direction | Stance / Leg Technique | Technique |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Ready Position | 12:00 D | Parallel Ready Stance | Ready Position |
| 1 | Stepping Backward | Rear | L-Stance | Mid Checking Block |
| 2 | Stepping Forward | Forward | Walking Stance with Low Twisting Kick | Mid Punch |
| 3 | Fast Motion | Forward | Walking Stance | High Block and High Outward Block |
| 4 | Stepping Backward | Rear | Walking Stance | Low Block and High Outward Block |
| 5 | Continuous Motion | Forward | Walking Stance | High Outward Block and High Outward Block |
| 6 | Stepping Backward | Rear | Bending Ready Stance Type A | Preparation for Kick |
| 7 | Turning Right 90+45 Degrees | 4:30 AC | Sitting Stance with Body Raised Slightly | Low/Mid Scooping Upward Block and Mid Punch |
| 8 | Connecting Motion | Forward | Sitting Stance | High Strike and Backfist Under Opposite Elbow |
| 9 | Stepping Backward | Rear | L-Stance | Mid Guarding Block |
| 10 | Turning Left 45 Degrees | 6:00 C | L-Stance | Low Side Front Snap Kick and High Thrust |
| 11 | Stepping Forward | Forward | Walking Stance | High Thrust and Mid Side Piercing Kick |
| 12 | Turning Left 180 Degrees | 12:00 D | L-Stance | Mid Guarding Block |
| 13 | Turning Left 180 Degrees | 6:00 C | L-Stance | Mid Guarding Block |
| 14 | Turning Left 180 Degrees | 12:00 D | L-Stance | Mid Guarding Block |
| 15 | Turning Right 90 Degrees | 3:00 A | Sitting Stance | Mid 9-Shape Block and Low Block |
| 16 | Turning Left 270 Degrees | 6:00 C | Walking Stance | Low Block |
| 17 | Stepping Forward | Forward | Walking Stance | Mid Side Front Turning Kick and Jumping Forward Flying Side Piercing Kick |
| 18 | Fast Motion Jumping Forward | Forward | Walking Stance | High Punch and High Vertical Punch |
| 19 | High Outward Block | Forward | Walking Stance | Twin Arc-Hand High Outward Block |
| 20 | Mid Upset Punch | Forward | Walking Stance | Mid Upset Punch |
| 21 | Mid Strike | Forward | Heel Raised Position | Mid Strike Elbow |
| 22 | Spot Turn Method 1 Left 180 Degrees | 12:00 D | Walking Stance | High Block |
| 23 | Jumping Forward | Forward | X-Stance | Low/Mid Scooping Upward Block |
| 24 | Connecting Motion | Forward | Sitting Stance | Mid Punch and High Strike |
| 25 | Turning Left 90+45 Degrees | 6:00 C | Walking Stance | Backhand Under Opposite Elbow |
| 26 | Jumping | Forward | Mid Side Front Turning Kick | Jumping Kick Combination |
| 27 | Stepping Forward | 12:00 D | Walking Stance | High Vertical Punch |
| 28 | Turning Left 180 Degrees | Rear | L-Stance | Mid Upset Punch and Side Fist |
| 29 | Slipping Pulling Backward | Rear | L-Stance | Mid 9-Shape Block |
| 30 | Stepping Forward | 9:00 B | Sitting Stance | Low Guarding Block |
| 31 | Turning Left 90 Degrees | 6:00 C | Walking Stance | Low Guarding Block |
| 32 | Turning Right 180 Degrees | 12:00 D | Sitting Stance | High W-Shape Block |
| 33 | Turning Right 90 Degrees | 3:00 A | Sitting Stance | High W-Shape Block |
| 34 | Turning Right 180 Degrees | 9:00 B | Sitting Stance | High Rising Block and Mid Rising Block |
| 35 | Turning Left 90 Degrees | 6:00 C | Walking Stance | Mid Punch |
| 36 | Stepping Forward | Forward | Walking Stance | Mid Punch |
| 37 | Spot Turn Method 3 Left 180 Degrees | 12:00 D | Walking Stance | Mid Punch |
| 38 | Stepping Forward | Forward | Parallel Ready Stance | Return to Ready Position |
Key Learning Objectives
- Develop advanced turning and jumping coordination
- Improve control during fast motion and connecting motion
- Demonstrate strong kicking accuracy and balance
- Understand advanced black belt rhythm and timing
- Perform techniques with discipline, confidence, and precision
Important Reminder
Gae-Baek Tul requires black belt students to demonstrate technical maturity, strong balance, accurate coordination, and excellent understanding of timing. Every movement should show strict discipline and decisive execution.