Neomgigi (Take down)

Neomgigi (take down) includes a set of techniques of breaking the opponent’s center of gravity by using arms and legs. The direction the arm acts and the direction the leg acts are opposite to each other. To take down the opponent, the trainee’s center of gravity must be stronger than that of the opponent; therefore, a trainee should possess a strong lower body and trained core muscles. A Taekwondo trainee should execute Take Down swiftly without preliminary motions, while ensuring that the motions are not excessively large. The trainee should use the body's elasticity (waist and ground reaction force) and execute Ditgi (stepping) simultaneously. When tripping or grasping, the trainee should maintain their center of gravity and keep their body close to the opponent. The trainee should quickly prepare for the next movement. The types of Neomgigi (take down) include Georeoneomgigi (tripping up), Ogeum georeoneomgigi (popliteal fossa tripping up), Deureoneomgigi (throwing down) and Eopeoneomgigi (shoulder throw).