Ibo Matsoki Two Step Sparring follows on from Three Step Sparring and is designed to allow the student to progress and learn more advanced techniques. Two Step Sparring uses the same distance and timing as with three step sparring, but with a variety of attacks. 1 & 2 applicable to 6th Kup 1-4 applicable to 5th Kup 1-5 applicable to 4th Kup and above Attacker always starts in Right L […]

Ilbo Matsoki 4th Kup + This is the most important type of pre-arranged sparring, and one of the most important aspects of TaekwonDo training. Both attacker and defender start in parallel ready stance. Attacker moves forwards into Walking stance, obverse punch. Kihap before each attack. The defender kihaps to indicate they are ready (both sides).  Always kihap on the counter attack. Blocks and counter attacks are performed effectively and with […]

Ban Jayoo Matsoki 7th Kup + This form of sparring is designed as a step forward from basic three step sparring. It involves three consecutive attacks (hand or feet) and three blocks or evasions, plus a counter attack. Three step semi-free sparring should not be hurried, the secret is reaction force and quick, intelligent movements. Attacking students start in right L stance guarding block Defending students start in parallel ready […]

Sambo MatsokiThree step sparring is designed for the beginner to learn distance, focus and movement using basic techniques. Correct technique and movement are much more important than speed and power (certainly at a junior level). This is the first time junior students will have faced a ‘real’ opponent, so controlling the power/speed of attacks and blocks in accordance with their experience is important.3 step sparring is quite formal – all […]