Jegichagi Variations - Introduction
Jegichagi has various techniques and variations. Basic "instep kick" uses top of foot; "inside kick" uses inner foot; "side kick" uses foot side. "Alternating kick" uses both feet; advanced techniques include "knee kick" and "head bounce." Individual games aim for maximum kicks; group games take turns. Competition styles include racing to set numbers or continuous kicking until drop. Skilled players can kick hundreds or thousands consecutively. Competitions and Guinness record attempts exist. Great for warming up in winter, playable in small spaces, very popular.
Basic Information
- Origin: 한국
- Players: 1명 이상
- Equipment: 제기
How to Play & Features
Jegichagi has various techniques and variations. Basic "instep kick" uses top of foot; "inside kick" uses inner foot; "side kick" uses foot side. "Alternating kick" uses both feet; advanced techniques include "knee kick" and "head bounce." Individual games aim for maximum kicks; group games take turns. Competition styles include racing to set numbers or continuous kicking until drop. Skilled players can kick hundreds or thousands consecutively. Competitions and Guinness record attempts exist. Great for warming up in winter, playable in small spaces, very popular.
Cultural Value
This game is a representative Korean folk game. Transmitted through generations, it well shows Korean sentiment and community culture. Currently available for hands-on experience at folk villages, museums, and cultural centers in Seoul, it's a popular Korean culture experience program for foreign tourists as well. Enjoyed together from children to adults, it becomes an opportunity for intergenerational communication.