Student Guide
School Regulations
- If you arrive to class after it has begun, enter the Do Jang and wait until the Instructor places you in the class. Do not leave class without the Instructor’s permission.
- Always wear a clean uniform to class and NO JEWELRY (you may cut yourself or someone else.)
- When sparring, full sparring gear must be worn at all times. When sparring, use maximum control with no contact.
- Whenever you approach your Instructor to address him/her, first bow and then speak politely.
Senior belts should set a good example by showing respect and helping lower belt students. Lower belt students should always show respect for their senior ranking students. - Do not demonstrate or teach Taekwondo outside the Do Jang without the express permission of your instructor. Never degrade Taekwondo or the reputation of the school, Instructor and fellow students.
- You must have permission from your Instructor to participate in any tournament or other martial arts activity. All awards will be displayed at the school.
School Rules
- Students must bow to the flag, Sah-Bum-Nim, and Black Belt Instructors when coming in and out of school.
- Students must use the words “Sir” or “Ma’am” when speaking to instructors.
- Students must respect and obey instructors.
- Conversation is not permitted during class.
- Students must attend classes regularly for their own good.
- Students must help keep the Do-Jang clean.
Class Procedure
- Bow as you enter and leave the school building, and when entering and leaving the Do Jang (classroom). Bowing is an important part of training that shows that you respect the school, yourself and others. Bowing shows that you are healthy and strong, yet have discipline.
- Please pick up your Membership card and give it to the instructor behind the front desk before entering the class. This way we have a record of how many classes you attend.
- When addressing a Master or Instructor please show proper respect by saying, “Yes sir, no Sir, yes ma’am, and no ma’am”.
- All students must know and follow the school rules.
- All students are invited to attend as many classes as possible. Please check the schedule to see which classes are appropriate for you.
Home Rules for Taekwondo Students
- Children must show respect to their parents and family members at all times.
- Children shall greet their parents when they enter the house and tell them goodbye when they leave.
- Children will be truthful at all times.
- Children shall maintain a good relationship with their brothers and sisters.
- Children must help with household chores.
- Children shall keep their own room neat and clean.
- Children must keep their body, hair and teeth clean at all times. (Every day)
- Children shall not interrupt adult conversations.
- Children shall study their schoolwork at school and at home.
The Spirit of the Tae Kwon Do Practitioner
- Loyalty to our country.
- Obedience to our Parents.
- Respect our Elders.
- Be Faithful to our Friends.
- Be Courteous in all Situations.
- Consider all alternatives before killing any living thing.
- Never give up: persevere to finish what you start.
Tenets of Tae Kwon Do
- Courtesy – Consider others before yourself
- Integrity – Show truth in your actions and words
- Self Control – Think before you act and speak
- Perseverance – Always keep trying. Never give up and finish what you start
- Indomitable Spirit – Face your fears confidently.
Membership Oath
We As Members:
- Train our spirits and bodies according to the strict code.
- Are united in mutual friendship.
- Will comply with regulations and obey instructors.
Basic School Language
Below you will find all the basic Korean words used in taekwondo and their meaning:
Master Sah-bum-nim
Instructor Kyo-bum-nim
School Do-jang
Uniform Do-buk
Attention Cha-Ryot
Bow Kyung Niet
Sparring Kuy-ru-gi
Ready Position Jhoon-bee
Begin Shi-Jak
Stop Ko-Mahn
Form Poom-sae
At Ease Shi-er
About Face Diro-Dora
Breaking Kyuk-pa
School Counting
One Ha-na
Two Dul
Three Set
Four Net
Five Da-sut
Six Yo-sut
Seven Il-Gop
Eight Yo-Dul
Nine Ah-hop
Ten Yul