This is probably the moment to start a new thread, but anyway ...

onb, I haven't got time right now to give you any descriptions of "hidden" (alternative) applications, but if you look at some of my other posts you'll find at least three or four applications of whole pattern sequences described in some detail.

sjon

it's great to see this type of thinking in TKD

i trained in the Chang Hon forms up to 4th dan and have always looked at alternative applications for movements. mainly because some of the movements seemed to be not make much sense. things like W-shaped block and U-shaped block!

the low-block one posted above is fine and as mentioned can be used to create a follow up alternative to any move that comes next in a context of the pattern your are looking at.

i have joined Prof.Rick Clarks Ao Denkou Kai who is an 7th dan in Chung Do Kwan TKD and 8th dan in Ryu Kyu Kempo (among others).

look at other styles of MA's and you will see things that remind you of movements in your own style, and you will find that you will get some nice applications while still staying true to your style!!