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Gibon (기본)

Gibon (기본)

  • "Gi" (기) means basic or fundamental.
  • "Bon" (본) means root or foundation.

So, Gibon (기본) translates to “basic techniques” or “fundamentals, In practice, Gibon Yonsup (기본 연습) or Gibon Dongjak (기본 동작) are more specific terms:

  • Gibon Yonsup = Basic practice
  • Gibon Dongjak = Basic movements or techniques

Gibon or as Master Wallace calls it “Line Work”

Line Work is the foundation of everything we do in Tang Soo Do. It’s where we sharpen our basics, train our reactions, and develop the kind of discipline that carries through every level of our practice.

At its core, Line Work is a focused method of practicing techniques in a structured, repetitive format , moving up and down the DoJang in straight lines, with full attention on form, power, balance, and precision. It’s not just about doing the moves. It’s about doing them right, every time.

Why Line Work Matters

Line Work isn’t flashy. It’s not meant to impress. It’s meant to build. This is where we hardwire the fundamentals , stances, strikes, blocks, and kicks , into muscle memory. This is where timing and technique meet repetition and refinement. Without strong Line Work, advanced techniques fall apart.

It trains discipline. It reinforces structure. It creates the sharp edge of your martial skill.

When We Train Line Work

We do Line Work at every level of training , beginner to black belt. It's how we warm up, how we reset, and how we reconnect with the basics. Whether you're just starting out or refining high level combinations, Line Work is your grounding point.
We use it at the start of class to get focused. We return to it when techniques need tuning. We use it as a tool for correction, growth, and mastery.

How Line Work Works

Line Work includes a mix of single and combination techniques, executed with control and purpose. This includes:

  • Hand techniques: punches, strikes, blocks , delivered alone or in sequences.
  • Kicking techniques: front kicks, roundhouse kicks, side kicks, and more , both single and in flowing combos.

Every move is tied to proper stances, hip engagement, chambering, and retraction. It’s about clean mechanics, proper breathing, and sharp execution.

Tactics and Fundamentals

Good Line Work isn’t just physical. It’s tactical. Every repetition teaches you:

  • Distance: understanding how far your technique reaches.
  • Timing: knowing when to strike and how fast to recover.
  • Focus: sharpening mental presence through structured motion.
  • Control: balancing speed, power, and technique without breaking form.
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It’s not about rushing. It’s about precision under pressure. Through Line Work, we condition not just the body, but the mindset of a martial artist.
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      • B'Kara Dojang 용기 >
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      • Mtarfa Club 명류 / 名流
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        • Front Kick
        • Jump Front Kick
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        • Jump Turning Kick
        • Jump Around Turning Kick
        • Turning Side Kick
        • Back Kick
        • Axe Kick
        • Twisting Kick
        • Side Kick
        • Crescent Kick Inside to out
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        • Hook Kick
        • Spinning Hook Kick
        • 360 Degree Spinning Hook Kick
        • Jump Spinning Hook Kick
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      • Blocks >
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        • High Block
        • Knife Hand
        • Outside to Inside Block
        • Double Arm Block
      • Stances
      • Conditioning >
        • Moo Shim- conditioning of the mind
      • Kyuk Pa - Breaking
    • Gradings >
      • CDB to 1st Dan
      • Red 1 stripe belt to CDB
      • Red belt to Red 1 stripe
      • Purple belt to Red
      • Brown belt to Purple
      • Blue belt to Brown
      • Green belt to Blue
      • Orange Belt to Green
      • Yellow belt to Orange
      • White belt to Yellow
    • Titles in Korean
    • Terminology >
      • Do Jang & Do Bok
      • History of Tang Soo Do
      • History >
        • Bowing
        • Moo Do Jaseh
        • Muye Dobo Tongji
        • Kum Kang Ryuk Sa
        • Song of The Sip Sam Seh
        • Korea 한국 >
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