School Patches and Logos
South Korean Flag
The red and blue circle is "Tae Keuk". It is an ancient symbol of the creation of the universe. The upper red section is Yang, the hard side and the lower section is UM, the soft side. The theory of Yang and UM is that in nature there are equal and opposing forces to keep things in balance and harmony. There are four sets of lines on the corners of the flag, in the upper left corner there are three lines which stand for Heaven. On the lower right side there are six smaller lines that stand for earth. On the lower left side there are two long lines with two smaller lines in between and they stand for fire. On the upper right there are four small lines with one long line in between and that stands for water.
School Logo
The Palm Tree signifies Perseverance and Flexibility that is needed in life. The Split Circle is the oriental symbol of equal but opposing forces in the universe (good and bad, love and hate, strong and week). The Olive Branches represent a desire to live in peace and harmony with all forces of nature. The Twin Dragons are the strong inner forces that protect each of us.
United Martial Arts Federation Symbol
The United Martial Arts Federation (UMAF) was created in late 1986 by Grand Master Young H. Kwon and his brother Grand Master Young K. Kwon. It's logo reflects a foundational philosophy. The logo is embellished by the six colors which represent the original belt system of the federation; white, orange, green, blue, red and black.
Um/Yang: The circle in the center represents the essential unity of all being. The blue section "UM" and the red section "YANG" represent the ancient symbol of the creation of the universe, constant movement within the sphere of infinity in which there is also balance and harmony. The oriental symbol represents the universal concept of opposing but complimentary forces (fire and water, day and night, hot and cold, etc).
Black Belt throwing side kick: The Black Belt represents maturity, respect and honor. The side kick signifies mastery of techniques unique to Martial Arts.
Green Laurel Leafs: The twelve leaves symbolize the victory and full year cycle of growth.
Globe: Viewing the entire world to spread the Martial Arts all over the world.
Outer Orange Ring: A full circle of unity and brotherhood.