We’re excited to announce that we now have a class at Willoughby Public School!

Where:    School Hall

When:    Friday, 3.15-4.15pm

Cost:     $120 per term

For all enquiries, please contact Paul Clapham on 0417 066 576

The Wyllie Taekwondo Academy teaches at many schools in Sydney and has over 1000 students who benefit weekly from the program.  This program employs a belt system to acknowledge effort and perseverance.  This in itself gives the student a great feeling of accomplishment which contributes positively to a healthy self-esteem.  As the student progresses up the belt ranks opportunities to become a peer support leader will be presented.

In short your child will be:

• Disciplined
• Well mannered
• Respectful to teachers, parents, other students and themselves
• Able to manage bullies without fighting
• Involved in a peer support program
• Self confident
• Physically fit
• Free to be him/herself

Watch your child develop a “Yes, I can!” attitude which will have a positive flow on effect with school grades, social interaction, sport and general wellbeing.

The class coordinator is Greg Wyllie (B.Ed, Dip Teach, 8th dan black belt, NCAS Level 2 accredited coach).  Greg is a qualified school teacher having taught for 17 years with the NSW DET.  He was also employed as the Sports Coordinator of Corpus Christi School, St Ives and Holy Family School, Lindfield for 2 years.

Classes are conducted at 59 Penshurst St, Willoughby above Willoughby Post Office.  Entry is via the stairs in the carpark behind the Post Office.

Your child can come either once or twice a week, with after school classes offered:

• Monday       4.00 - 5.00pm
• Tuesday       4.00 - 5.00pm
• Wednesday 4.00 – 5.00pm

For further inquires about classes, please call Greg Wyllie on 0414 373 473 or email

Preschool children respond positively to the Little Wyllie Warriors program because it involves integrated foundational movements along with Taekwondo moves, team work activities and games that encourage an eagerness to learn.

From a very early age, your preschooler will acquire the very important habit of channeling energy into positive, physical and intellectual pursuits while, at the same time, developing greater self control, focus, social awareness/interaction, coordination and fitness.  The important life skills emphasized in these classes will give your child a definite edge in their preparation for school life and beyond.

The class coordinator is Greg Wyllie (B.Ed, Dip Teach, 8th dan black belt, NCAS Level 2 accredited coach).  Greg is a qualified school teacher having taught for 17 years with the NSW DET.  He was also employed as the Sports Coordinator of Corpus Christi School, St Ives and Holy Family School, Lindfield for 2 years.

When & Where

59 Penshurst St, Willoughby (corner of Oakville Road & Penshurst St) above Willoughby Post Office.

Entry is via the stairs in the carpark behind the Post Office.

Your child can come once or twice per week, with classes offered Tuesday and Friday mornings at 9.30am.

For further inquires about classes please contact us, or call Greg on 0414 373 473.

A new class has been added to the Saturday HQ timetable!

Venue – Wyllie HQ
Class time – 12.00 to 1.00pm

Class emphasis – to cater for white belt – green tip range
Other belts are still welcome to attend
White belts – Green tip belts can still attend the 1.30 – 2.30pm Sat class
It is most important that family and friends still train together

Why not get your friends who haven’t tried Wyllie Taekwondo before to come along! Remember the first class is free!

Taekwondo began it’s life in the middle of the 20th century in Korea. The art was developed from traditional Korean martial arts taekkyon and subak however it was also influenced by Karate.

Since it’s creation, patterns have been an important part of the Taekwondo syllabus. In the World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) patterns are usually referred to as Poomse. in International Taekwondo Federation (ITF) they are sometimes called tul, other times they are simply called forms, they all refer to the same thing : a pre-determined set of moves against an imaginary enemy.

1. Taekwondo Poomsae Taegeuk Il Jang (WTF)

The general meaning of this form and associated trigram is Yang, which represents Heaven and Light. Also, this trigram has a relationship to South and Father. The first Taegeuk form is the beginning of all Poomsaes, the “birth” of the martial artist into Taekwondo. This Poomsae should be performed with the greatness of Heaven.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWgkCpgeH8k

2. Taekwondo Poomsae Taegeuk I Jang (WTF)

This poomsae represents the Lake. Also, related to the symbol is South East and the relationship of the youngest daughter. The movements of this Taegeuk/Palgwe are aimed to be performed believing that man has limitations, but that we can overcome these limitations. The Lake and its water symbolize the flowing and calm nature of the martial artist. This form is to reflect those attributes.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FEydS1uoHE

3. Taekwondo Poomsae Taegeuk Sam Jang (WTF)

This poomsae represents Fire. Related to this symbol is also East and the relationship of the Second Daughter. Fire contains a lot of energy. The symbol behind the fire is similar to the symbolism of the water in that both can aid and both can destroy. This form is intended to be performed rhythmically, with some outbursts of energy to reflect fire’s rhythmic and energetic dualism.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMhY2Ioeof8

4. Taekwondo Poomsae Taegeuk Sa Jang (WTF)

This poomsae represents Thunder. Also, the trigram is strongly connected to northeast and the relationship of the Eldest son. Thunder comes from the sky and is absorbed by the earth, thus, according to the beliefs of the I Ching, thunder is one of the most powerful natural forces. This poomse is associated with power and the connection between the heavens and earth. This poomse is intended to be performed with power resembling the Thunder for which it is named.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrSmpIcRPNc

5. Taekwondo Poomsae Taegeuk Oh Jang (WTF)

This poomse represents Wind. Thepoomsae is also related to southwest and the relationship with an eldest daughter. The I Ching promotes that wind is a gentle force, but can sometimes be furious, destroying everything in its path. As such, it is intended that this poomsae is performed like the wind: gently, but knowing the ability of mass destruction with a single movement. The performer and audience should be aware of the duality of the form.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wRWyDguE1w

6. Taekwondo Poomsae Taegeuk Yook Jang (WTF)

This poomse represents Water. Also, there is a relation to West and the relationship with a Second son. The movements of this Poomsae are intended to be performed like water; flowing, powerful and cleansing. Sometimes standing still like water in a lake, sometimes thriving as a river, sometimes powerful like a waterfall. The water is to symbolize calm and cleansing, while also possessing the attribute of being violent and destructive.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3RTIGj4q-w

7. Taekwondo Poomsae Taegeuk Chil Jang (WTF)

This poomsae represents a Mountain. Also, it represents the northwest and youngest son. The symbolism behind the mountain is the indomitable and majestic nature that all mountains possess. This Poomsae is intended to be performed with the feeling that all movements are this majestic due to their unconquerable nature.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jasv4JFEsZ8

8. Taekwondo Poomsae Taegeuk Pal Jang (WTF)

This poomsae represents the Earth. Also, there is a representation of North and Mother. The associated trigram of this Poomsae is Yin. Yin, here, represents the end of the beginning, the evil part of all that is good. This being the last of the Poomsae Taegeuk, it represents the end of the circle and the cyclic nature of the Earth.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OVy2qReaEc

9. Taekwondo Poomsae Koryo (WTF)

Koryo, or Goryeo, is the name of an old Korean Dynasty. The people from the Goryeo defeated the Mongolian aggressors. It is intended that their spirit is reflected in the movements of the Poomsae Koryo. Each movement of this Poomsae represents the strength and energy needed to control the Mongols.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhHXK5ivTm8

10. Taekwondo Poomsae Kuemgang (WTF)

Keumgang means “diamond,” symbolizing hardness. Keumgang is also the name of the most beautiful mountain in Korea, as well as the Kuemgang warrior, named by Buddha. Thus, the themes of hardness, beauty, and pondering permeate this Poomsae.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Oele1YwLmY

11. Taekwondo Poomsae Taebaek (WTF)

The legendary Dangun founded a nation in Taebaek, near Korea’s biggest mountain Baekdoo. Baekdoo is a known symbol for Korea. The definition of the word taebaek is literally “lightness”. Every movement in this Poomsae is intended to be not only be exact and fast, but with determination and hardness resembling the mountain Baekdoo, the origin of the nation of Korea.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCWKDegcSg4

12. Taekwondo Poomsae Pyongwon (WTF)

The definition of Pyongwon is “stretch, vast plain.” The name carries with it a connotation of being large and majestic.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5SaaNAONVo

13. Taekwondo Poomsae Sipjin (WTF)

Sipjin stands for ten symbols of longevity, which are Sun, Moon, Mountain, Water, Stone, Pine tree, Herb of eternal youth, Turtle, Deer, and Crane. This Poomsae represents the endless development and growth by the basic idea of the ten symbols of longevity and the decimal system.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlR-GmnZr0c

14. Taekwondo Poomsae Jitae (WTF)

This poomsae is derived from the meaning of the earth. All things evolve from and return to the earth, the earth is the beginning and the end of life, as reelected through the Yin and Yang.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5lLg2GxgLY

15. Taekwondo Poomsae Cheonkwon (WTF)

Cheonkwon literally means ‘sky’. In the poomsae, the sky symbolizes the ruler of the universe. According to belief, it is mysterious, infinite and profound. The motions of Cheonkwon are full of piety, vitality and reverence.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MEp3Bi36YwQ

16. Taekwondo Poomsae Hansoo (WTF)

This poomsae is derived from the fluidity of water which easily adapts within nature. The symbol of the water repeats itself many times throughout all Poomsae, Hyungs and in martial arts in general.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVcPPur8q4A

17. Taekwondo Poomsae Ilyo (WTF)

The state of spiritual cultivation in Buddhism is called ‘Ilyo’ which means ‘oneness’. In Ilyo, body and mind, spirit and substance, “I” and “you” are unified. The ultimate ideal of the martial art and poomsae can be found in this state. It is a discipline in which every movement is concentrated on leaving all materialistics thoughts, obsessions and external influences behind.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcQHs5vpNF0