What Are Patterns?

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About what are patterns?

Patterns are not unique to the martial arts. They are similar to a choreographed dance routine. They allow a person to practice his or her special skills alone. In the martial arts, they are simply a way for a warrior to practice fighting without having an opponent.

Articles that pertain to Taekwondo patterns and patterns in general

Title
What Are Patterns?
History of Patterns
Pattern Development
Why Study Patterns?
Pattern Usefulness
Interpretations of Patterns
About Pattern Sets
Stages of Patterns
Pattern performance trends
Mental or Physical
Perform Pattern in Honor of its Namesake
Hierarchy of Pattern Performance
Foot Stomp
Perfect Pattern
Competitor Tips
Speed Changes
Performance Considerations
Punctuate Your Performance
Performance Methods
Other Performance Tips
Judging Patterns
Enclosed Fist
Pattern Sources