Ssireum. The Traditional Korean Wrestling Sport - Rules and Techniques Explained
In this video, we explore the traditional Korean wrestling sport of Ssireum. We dive into the discipline - its rules, and techniques. Watch as we demonstrate the various moves and holds used in Ssireum, and learn about the strategies employed by wrestlers to gain the upper hand. Whether you're a fan of combat sports or just curious about Korean culture, this video is sure to be an informative and entertaining watch.
In this video, we explore the traditional Korean wrestling sport of Ssireum. We dive into the discipline - its rules, and techniques. Watch as we demonstrate the various moves and holds used in Ssireum, and learn about the strategies employed by wrestlers to gain the upper hand. Whether you're a fan of combat sports or just curious about Korean culture, this video is sure to be an informative and entertaining watch.
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00:00Hi friends, welcome to our channel.
00:04In this episode let's talk about Sirium or Korean wrestling.
00:11It's a folk wrestling style and traditional national sport of Korea that began in the 4th century.
00:21In the modern form each contestant wears a belt that wraps around the waist and the tie.
00:30The competition employs a series of techniques which inflicts little harm or injury to the opponent.
00:40Opponents lock onto each other's belt and one achieves victory by bringing any part of the opponent's body above the knee to the ground.
00:55Sirium, a traditional Korean wrestling style, is conducted within a circular ring, approximately 7 meters in diameter, covered with mounted sand.
01:08The match begins with both contestants kneeling on the sand in a grappling position known as baro jabki.
01:19Each wrestler grabs hold of their opponent's sattva, a belt wrapped around the waist and thigh.
01:27As they rise, they maintain their grip on the opponent's sattva.
01:32The victor is determined when one wrestler forces their opponent to touch the ground with any part of their body, at knee level or higher.
01:46It's important to note that pushing the opponent outside of the ring doesn't result in a win, but leads to a restart.
01:56Typically, professional series matches are decided in a best-out-of-three format.
02:04The competition involves three judges, with a chief referee inside the ring and three sub-referees positioned outside the ring, one on the right and others on the left.
02:18Even an unfair judgment is made or the chief referee cannot make a decision, the sub-referees have the authority to request a decision, a reversal or a rematch.
02:35They can also recommend stopping the match in case of an injury.
02:39The referee's decisions are final and cannot be challenged by the athletes.
02:46Today, women also participate in serum wrestling, competing exclusively against each other, while following the same rules.
02:57The only difference is that male wrestlers are topless, whereas female wrestlers wear tops.
03:04Professional serum comprises four weight classes, flyweight 75 kg, lightweight 90 kg, and middleweight 105 kg, and heavyweight under 160 kg.
03:22Named after Korea's four famous peaks.
03:27So it is Tabaek, Gömgeng, Hala, and Begdu.
03:34Traditionally, serum was practiced with the top portion of the trousers rolled down to provide drip.
03:43The use of the Sabaek was introduced with the advent of professional serum in the mid-10th century.
03:55There is a movement to restore the traditional gripping method to preserve the sports cultural and traditional rules.
04:03But this has faced resistance as the use of Sabaek has become ingrained in the modern form.
04:14While the professional serum league has experienced a decline in popularity, with many wrestlers turning to mix martial arts for a living,
04:24Serium has also seen some global expansion as a popular martial arts sport alongside Taekwondo and Hapkido.
04:37It is important to distinguish between Serium and Sumo.
04:43Serium remains primarily a national and traditional sport,
04:48prohibiting physical hits such as slaps and blows, which are allowed in Sumo.
04:56Korean wrestlers tend to be leaner than the Sumo counterparts.
05:03However, success in either sport is not solely determined by size.
05:09They share similarities but also differ in characteristics and values.
05:14The Korean Serium organization, the national governing body of the sport,
05:21characterizes Serium as a peaceful competition focusing on harmony and unity,
05:28reflecting the philosophical outlook of the Korean race.
05:33In this discipline, competitors aim to turn their opening stores
05:38from approximately 45 to 90 degrees when executing throws.
05:46This is typically accomplished by shifting the opponent's weight onto one leg
05:53and then pushing their weight toward the ground.
05:58In North Korea, Serium is a popular physical game played across various regions.
06:03Two opponents strive to push each other to the ground, utilizing a sadba, as well as their torso, hands and legs.
06:14A notable aspect of North Korean Serium is the presentation of a bull as an award to the victor.
06:21Throughout history, Koreans have practiced Serium for physical conditioning during work breaks and especially during significant folk holidays.
06:33On these occasions, crowds of people, young and old, gather around the ring to watch wrestlers employ diverse techniques,
06:44with enthusiastic spectators cheering on their favorites.
06:50The ultimate victor's celebration includes riding a bull.
06:55Serium is recognized as a full-body exercise that promotes physical and mental well-being.
07:02It also encourages mutual respect and cooperation, fostering unity within communities and groups.
07:10In Pyongyang, the capital city, various communities, organizations and institutions are dedicated to the practice, preservation and transmission of Serium.
07:25Koreans typically begin learning Serium from family members and neighbors in childhood.
07:32And educational institutions at all levels also provide instructions.
07:37Same with North Korea, in South Korea, Serium is also a popular form of entertainment and sport.
07:47Serium matches take place on sandy surfaces in local neighborhoods and are open to participate of all ages, from children to seniors.
07:59different regions have developed their own variants of Serium based on their unique backgrounds.
08:07But they all serve the common purpose of enhancing community, solidarity and cooperation.
08:13and cooperation.
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