Patterns
In Tae Kwon Do many patterns are used to emphasize the needs to have strong foundations before you use any techniques. Basic moves are used in the beginning stages, and more advanced things are added as the student becomes more capable to use the basic and advanced techniques. Patterns are graded based on the following; a)power b)speed c)knowledge d)balance e)co-ordination and f)overall impressivness.
Basic moves include: punches, blocks and kicks.