Children’s Black Belt Program Handbook Name:__________________
Table of Contents WHO ARE THE WHITE TIGERS OUR SCHOOL RULES 7 HOME RULES 3 GOALS OF CLASS MASTER’S MOTTO 5 TENETS OF TKD 10 COMMANDMENT OF TKD STUDENT CREED ADVANCED STUDENT CODE OF HONOR DOJANG VERBAL DRILLS TAE KWON DO TERMS WTMA STRIPING SYSTEM WTMA REQUIREMENTS WHITE BELT YELLOW BELT ORANGE BELT GREEN BELT BLUE BELT HIGH BLUE BELT PURPLE BELT HIGH PURPLE BELT BROWN BELT HIGH BROWN BELT RED BELT BO BLACK BELT TESTING REQUIREMENTS MARTIAL ARTS PHILOSOPHY FOR PARENTS CARING FOR YOU DOBOK TYING YOUR BELT DELTA TEAM PROGRAM SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT PATCHES
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WHO ARE THE WHITE TIGERS White Tiger Martial Arts was founded on the concept of Excellence through Discipline.
White Tigers, being a rare
breed of tigers, are known to be one of the strongest and fiercest fighters in the animal kingdom.
Along with their
strength come wisdom, courage, respect, honor, control, and perseverance. We adopt these characteristics to guide us to the true meaning of Martial Arts, which provides us with the necessary foundation for becoming a true Black Belt. Only through hard work and dedication, can we achieve our goal of Black Belt. As Black belts, we strive to better oneself, others, and the world around us. As White Tigers, we will face our fears, overcome our obstacles, and achieve our goals with a positive attitude and unwavering commitment.
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Our School Rules #1. Students must be quiet, respectful, and well behaved in class. #2. Always execute a bow of respect when you enter the school and the dojang (training area).
#3. Always greet Master Reggie, instructors and higher belts with a bow of respect addressing them as “Sir “ or “Ma’am”.
#4. Students must be on time to class (Arriving five to ten minutes early is Students must place their attendance cards in the attendance box before class in order to get credit for class.
suggested).
#5. Students will demonstrate a strict regard for law and order, respect for parents, respect for friends and coworkers, and demonstrate good citizenship.
#6. Safety gear is mandatory for all students during sparring. #7. Students must demonstrate good control during sparring. Illegal targets will be the knees, groin, spine, back of head, neck or throat, eyes, and any other area considered to be a soft spot or pressure point of the body.
#8. Do not wear jewelry or chew gum during class. #9. Always remove your shoes before entering the dojang. #10. Students attending school should demonstrate their Tae Kwon
Do training by maintaining an A/B average if they desire to be included in further belt promotions, since school training coincides with Martial Arts training in its goal to make students better human beings that are prepared to succeed in life.
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Seven Home Rules for Children #1. Children shall greet their parents with “Hi, Mom! Hi, Dad” when they enter the house and tell their parents “Good-bye!” when they leave. #2. Children will always be respectful of their parents, teachers, and elders. #3. Children will be kind to their family members. #4. Children will keep their household neat and clean. #5. Children will keep their hair, ears, body, and teeth clean daily. #6. Children will not interrupt adult conversations. #7. Children shall fix the “Recipe for Straight As” daily.
RECIPE FOR STRAIGHT A’s When you come home from school, open the refrigerator and have a piece of fruit and a glass of milk or juice. Open your books to review what you learned today. Do all of your homework. Preview what you will study tomorrow.
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Three Goals of Class I will pay attention, Sir. I will follow directions, Sir. I will try my best, Sir.
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Master’s Motto Keep: Honesty in your heart Knowledge in your mind And Strength in your body Sir!
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Five Tenets of Tae Kwon Do Courtesy Means to be kind
Integrity Means to be truthful
Perseverance Means to never quit
Self Control Means to think before you act
Indomitable Spirit Means having a winning attitude
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Ten Commandments of Tae Kwon Do 1. Be loyal to your country. 2. Be a good son or daughter to your parents. 3. Be faithful to your spouse. 4. Be on good terms with your brothers and sisters. 5. Be loyal to your friends. 6. Be respectful to your elders. 7. Respect and trust your teachers. 8. Use good judgment before killing any living thing. 9. Never retreat in battle. 10. Always finish what you start.
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Student Creed
We, the students of this school, abide within the absolute spirit of the martial arts through stringent training of mind and body. We, the students of this school, stand solidly united in a common bond of disciplined fellowship. We, the students of this school, highly respect the rules of this school and obey the instructor’s commands, that we may bring only honor upon our school and no dishonor upon ourselves.
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Advanced Student’s Code of Honor Respect each other. Be honest. Be patient with others. Help each other. Always stand by the weak. Be loyal to yourself and your family. Obey and be loyal to your instructor. Be loyal to your dojang.
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Dojang Verbal Drills Drill #1 I will follow the three goals: I will Pay Attention I will follow directions I will Try My Best Sir! Drill #2 We are White Tigers! My Goal is Black Belt Excellence! Hard Work and Dedication Will Get Me there, Sir! Drill #3 I will have and always show: Courtesy Integrity Perseverance Self Control Indomitable Spirit Sir!
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Tae Kwon Do Terms Basics - Kibon Charyut: Joonbee: Shiuh: Kallyo: Kaesok: Ki Hap: Poomse: Kwan:
Attention Ready At Ease Pause/Break Continue Yell Form Tae Kwon Do School
Kyung Ye: Baro: Shi Jak: Koman: Dobok: Dojang: Kyuk Pa: Hoshinsool:
Bow Return to Ready Position Begin End Tae Kwon Do Uniform Training Hall Board Breaking Self Defense
Titles Kwanjangnim: Kyosahnim: Yudanja: Poom:
Grand Master Instructor Black Belt Black Belt Rank under 16
Sahbumnim: Chogyo: Kup: Dan:
Master Asst. Instructor Color Rank Belt Black Belt over 16
Classroom Commands Sahbumnim Ke Kyung Yet: Bow to Master Kun Jul: Deep Bow of Respect Dwi Ro Dorah: Turn Around
Kooki Eh Kyung Yet: Salute the Flags Jung Yul: Line Up Dobok Jun: Fix Uniform
Korean Greetings Kamsa Hamnae Da: Thank You Ahnnyung Haseo: Hello Sugo Haseo: Keep Working Hard
Chun Munayo: You’re Welcome Ahnnyung Hee Kye Seo: Good Bye Hap Chee: Until Next Time
Counting Hanna –1 Dul – 2 Set – 3 Net – 4 Dasot – 5 Yasot – 6 Elgub – 7 Yodol – 8 Ahob – 9 Yol – 10
Listing Yol hanna - 11 Yol dul - 12 Su mool - 20 Sa roon - 30 Ma hoon - 40 Shi hoon - 50 Ye soon - 60 Ilheun - 70 Yu doon - 80 Aheun - 90
El – 1st E - 2nd Sam – 3rd Sa – 4th Oh – 5th Yuk – 6th Chil – 7th Pul – 8th Koo – 9th Sib – 10th
Bak - 100
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WTMA Striping System White Stripe Kicks Yellow Stripe Attendance Green Stripe Forms Blue Stripe Mental Requirements Red Stripe Sparring Techniques Black Stripe Self Defense
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White Tiger Martial Arts
Rank Requirements Ages 6 – 17 Belt Level
Main Focus
White*
Concentration
Yellow**
Technique
Orange***
Intensity
Green
Performance
Blue****
Concentration
High Blue
Technique
Purple
Intensity
High Purple
Performance
Brown
Concentration
High Brown
Technique
Red
Intensity
Bo Black
Performance
* ** *** ****
Students must have an official WTMA uniform Students must have WTMA boxing gloves Students must have a full set of WTMA sparring gear Students must have WTMA paddles and focus mitts for home practice
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White Belt Note: All students must have complete uniform with patches
Overview: Procedural training; basics geared more towards concentration; solid intro of respect, courtesy and success. Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form
High Block Low Block Out – In Block In – Out Block
H – M – L Punches Palm Strike Ridge Hand Strike Jab Cross Combo
Front Kick Round House Kick Side Kick Back Kick Hook Kick House
Horse Stance Long Stance Walking Stance Back Stance Tiger Stance Cross Stance Crane Stance
Basics: (White Stripe) 1 - Attention 2 - Bow 3 – Ready Stance 4 – At Ease 5 - Fighting Stance Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 16 Classes – 10 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Basic 1 Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Courage – Have the courage to try new things that are good for you. The Three Rules of Concentration Focus my eyes Focus my mind Focus my body Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Switch-Step-Slide Open vs. Closed Stance Checking Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Self Defense Stance Setting Verbal Boundaries Circling Footwork
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Yellow Belt Note: Students must have boxing gloves
Overview: Continued procedural training but focused on technique and proper execution. Development of patience, goal setting, and perseverance. Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 7
High Block Low Block Out – In Block In – Out Block
H – M – L Punches Palm Strike Ridge Hand Strike Jab Cross Combo
Front Kick Round House Kick Side Kick Back Kick Hook Kick House
Horse Stance Long Stance Walking Stance Back Stance Tiger Stance Cross Stance Crane Stance
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Basic 2 Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Self Esteem – To feel good about yourself. The Black Belt Success System Know what you want Have a Plan Get a Coach Take consistent action Review your plan Renew your goals Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) In motion Switch-Step-Slide with Roundhouse Kick Attacking Skills Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Bully Defense and Tactics Escaping from 3 types of wrist grabs ABC’s of self Defense – Awareness, Boundaries, Conflict Resolution
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Orange Belt Note: All students must have a full set of sparring gear by this rank
Overview: Learning to add power and enthusiasm in movements and techniques. Developing self-esteem and confidence as well as a solid foundation. Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 7
High Block Low Block Out – In Block In – Out Block
H – M – L Punches Palm Strike Ridge Hand Strike Jab Cross Combo
Front Kick Round House Kick Side Kick Back Kick Hook Kick House
Horse Stance Long Stance Walking Stance Back Stance Tiger Stance Cross Stance Crane Stance
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Tae Geuk IL Jang Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Concentration – To focus on what your doing. The Five Tenets of Tae Kwon Do Courtesy – to be kind Integrity – to be truthful Perseverance – to never quit Self Control – to think before you act Indomitable Spirit – to have a winning attitude Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Switch-Step-Slide with Round House Kick Counter attacking skills with Switch-Step-Slide Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Escapes from 3 collar grabs Follow up techniques
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Green Belt Overview: Performance is the main objective. Combining concentration, technique, and intensity into one showing the skills to move up to the next level. Striving for excellence is the goal here and carrying it into the next two levels. Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 7
High Block Low Block Out – In Block In – Out Block
H – M – L Punches Palm Strike Ridge Hand Strike Jab Cross Combo
Front Kick Round House Kick Side Kick Back Kick Hook Kick House
Horse Stance Long Stance Walking Stance Back Stance Tiger Stance Cross Stance Crane Stance
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Tae Geuk E Jang Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Respect – To be kind to others especially our parents. The Seven Rule to Good Sportsmanship Know it’s only a game, it’s not real Never turn your back to your opponent Don’t get angry, communicate Talk positively to yourself Know and observe the rules Smile before and afterwards Give a sincere thank you after the game Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Attacking and Counter skills L step and Angle step 1 for 1 sparring Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Escapes from single hand front choke and double hand front choke Follow up techniques
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Blue Belt Note: Students require training paddles for use in class as well as home practice
Overview: Intermediate level focusing back on concentration. Instilling the martial arts way through hard practice, by taking the beginning basics and building upon those techniques. Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 14
Single Knifehand Block Double Knifehand Block Outer Forearm Block Double FistBlock High Knifehand Block Palm Block
Knifehand Strike Spearhand Strike Swallow Shape Strike Hammer Strike Back Fist Strike Elbow Strike Jab Cross Elbow
Sliding Front Kick Sliding Round House Sliding Side Kick Sliding Back Kick Spinning Hook Kick
Juchoom Sogi Ahp Kubi Ahp Sogi Dwi Kubi Bum Sogi Koa Sogi Hakdari Sogi
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Tae Geuk Sahm Jang Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Confidence – To believe in yourself. Ending Ceremony in Korean Charyut Dwi roh Do rah Dobok Jun Dwi roh Do rah Charyut Kookee eh Kyung nye Charyut Sah bum nim keh Kyung nye Kun Jul Kam sah ham nee da, Sah bum nim
Attention Turn around Fix your Uniform Turn around Attention Bow to the flags Attention Bow to the Master Traditional Bow “Thank you, Sir!”
Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Side stepping Retreating Round House 2 for 2 sparring Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Defense front head lock, rear head lock, ground head lock Follow up Techniques
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High Blue Belt Overview: Developing better techniques and skills while acquiring flexibility, agility, and speed. Moral character development will be stressed upon. Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 14
Single Knifehand Block Double Knifehand Block Outer Forearm Block Double FistBlock High Knifehand Block Palm Block
Knifehand Strike Spearhand Strike Swallow Shape Strike Hammer Strike Back Fist Strike Elbow Strike Jab Cross Elbow
Sliding Front Kick Sliding Round House Sliding Side Kick Sliding Back Kick Spinning Hook Kick
Juchoom Sogi Ahp Kubi Ahp Sogi Dwi Kubi Bum Sogi Koa Sogi Hakdari Sogi
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Tae Geuk Sah Jang Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Self Control – To think before you act. The 7 Home Rules Say Hello when you enter the house and Good-Bye when you leave Respect your Parents, Teachers, and Elders Be kind to your family members Keep your house neat and clean Keep your hair, body, teeth, and ears clean daily Never interrupt when adults are talking unless it’s an emergency Fix the recipe for straight A’s daily Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Double Round House Fast kick double 3 for 3 sparring Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Escape from the mounted position Attacks from the mounted position
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Purple Belt Overview: Perseverance is the lesson here. Never giving up and finishing what you start is the message. Students at this level must work harder, keeping focused on their goals.
Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 14
Single Knifehand Block Double Knifehand Block Outer Forearm Block Double FistBlock High Knifehand Block Palm Block
Knifehand Strike Spearhand Strike Swallow Shape Strike Hammer Strike Back Fist Strike Elbow Strike Jab Cross Elbow
Sliding Front Kick Sliding Round House Sliding Side Kick Sliding Back Kick Spinning Hook Kick
Juchoom Sogi Ahp Kubi Ahp Sogi Dwi Kubi Bum Sogi Koa Sogi Hakdari Sogi
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Tae Geuk Oh Jang Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Courtesy – To be kind and polite to others. The 3 dojang drills See page 12 Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Jamming Clinching Free Sparring for 1 ½ minutes. Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Defense and take downs from the straight punch and Haymaker Counters with Cross Hook Cross Counters with Hook Cross Hook
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High Purple Belt Overview: Integrity is promoted in which the student will be required to achieve their goal of Black Belt by confirming that goal to themselves and other before moving up to the Advanced Level. Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 14
Single Knifehand Block Double Knifehand Block Outer Forearm Block Double FistBlock High Knifehand Block Palm Block
Knifehand Strike Spearhand Strike Swallow Shape Strike Hammer Strike Back Fist Strike Elbow Strike Jab Cross Elbow
Sliding Front Kick Sliding Round House Sliding Side Kick Sliding Back Kick Spinning Hook Kick
Juchoom Sogi Ahp Kubi Ahp Sogi Dwi Kubi Bum Sogi Koa Sogi Hakdari Sogi
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Tae Geuk Yook Jang Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Integrity – To be truthful and to keep your word. What do you do in case of a fire. What if you find someone injured? Fire – Yell fire, fire! Get out of the house if you can Get to a phone and call 911 Give them your name, address, and the emergency Injury - Say, are you OK?! Shake a little to see if they respond Call 911 Give them your name, address, and the emergency Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Free Sparring – 2 rounds of 1 minute with 30 second rest period Back angle slide and step Using the turning back kick defensively Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Defense and takedowns from Front Kicks and Round Kicks Counters with striking Counters with kicking
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Brown Belt Overview: Motivation is the key to success. Students will learn how to motivate themselves and others through leadership. Basics: (White Stripe) – All basics are to be done in the advanced way
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 14
Spreading Block Scissor Block Part Mountain Block X Block
Double Fist Boxing 4 Hit Combo
Jumping Front Kick 360 Round House Flying Side Kick Jump Turn Back Kick Jump Spin Hook Kick
Juchoom Sogi Ahp Kubi Ahp Sogi Dwi Kubi Bum Sogi Koa Sogi Hakdari Sogi
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Tae Geuk Chil Jang Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Honor – To be truthful to yourself and others and to always do the right thing. The 10 commandments of Tae Kwon Do 1. Be loyal to your country 2. Be a good son and daughter to your parents 3. Be faithful to your spouse 4. Be on good terms with your brothers and sisters 5. Be loyal to your friends 6. Be respectful to your elders 7. Respect and trust your teachers 8. Never kill unjustly 9. Never retreat in battle 10. Always finish what you start Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Free Sparring – 2 rounds of 1 ½ minutes with 30 second rest period Setups and traps Using the 360 Round House Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Defense from front Bear Hug and rear Bear Hug, over arm and under arm
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High Brown Belt Overview: Self discipline is stressed. Students are required to practice on their own and follow a regimented training schedule. They begin to lay the plans for the achievement of their goals. Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 14
Spreading Block Scissor Block Part Mountain Block X Block
Double Fist Boxing 4 Hit Combo
Jumping Front Kick 360 Round House Flying Side Kick Jump Turn Back Kick Jump Spin Hook Kick
Juchoom Sogi Ahp Kubi Ahp Sogi Dwi Kubi Bum Sogi Koa Sogi Hakdari Sogi
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Tae Geuk Pahl Jang Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Motivation – To be fired up in whatever you are doing. The Master’s Motto 1. Keep Honesty in your heart 2. Knowledge in you mind 3. Strength in your body Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Free Sparring –3 rounds of 1 minutes with 30 second rest period Ring management and tactics Self Defense: (Black Stripe) Defense takedowns – Barriers and sprawls Taking the back Pulling Guard
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Red Belt Overview: This level will require more intensity. Leadership will be developed through helping fellow students prepare for testing. Delta Team can be applied for at this time. Basics: (White Stripe)
Blocks
Strikes
Kicks
Stances Form 14
Spreading Block Scissor Block Part Mountain Block X Block
Double Fist Boxing 4 Hit Combo
Crescent Kicks Spinning Crescent Kicks Front and Back Sweeps Axe Kicks Flying Turn Back Kick Fly Side Back Kick
Juchoom Sogi Ahp Kubi Ahp Sogi Dwi Kubi Bum Sogi Koa Sogi Hakdari Sogi
Attendance: (Yellow Stripe) Minimum of 22 Classes – 12 weeks of training Form: (Green Stripe) Tae Geuk Oh Jang to Tae Geuk Pahl Jang Mental Training: (Blue Stripe) Perseverance – To never give up or quit. The Advance Student Code of Honor 1. Respect each other 2. Be honest 3. Be patient with others 4. Help each other 5. Always stand by the weak 6. Be loyal to yourself and your family 7. Obey and be loyal to your Instructor 8. Be loyal to you dojang Sparring Techniques: (Red Stripe) Free Sparring – 3 rounds of 1 ½ minutes with 30 second rest period Self Defense: (Black Stripe) All self defense techniques
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Bo Black Belt
“Junior Black Belt Training” Overview: Preparation for the black belt test requiring focus, technique, and intensity. Over all performance will be evaluated and scored.
1st Stripe Basics – All blocks, strikes, kicks, stances, and forms
2nd Stripe Sparring – Must be able to perform good sparring techniques, footwork, ring management, and speed
3rd Stripe Breaking – Technique breaks, Speed breaks, Multiple breaks, and Power break.
4th Stripe Self Defense – Self defense must be performed in real time speed with proper intensity depending on the scenario
All Bo-Black belts are required to remain at this rank for at least 1 year. After the 4th stripe all Bo-Black belts will be able to test for Jr. Black Belt upon the instructor’s approval. Each test is cumulative and the candidates must be able to pass all sections at each test.
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Promotion Requirements 1. Students must earn 6 stripes on current belt 2. Students must attend at least 22 classes 3. Students must have Instructor’s approval 4. Students must have a clean and complete uniform along with proper patches 5. Students must submit promotion application and fees on time (Usually 2 weeks in advance) 6. Students must be on time for promotion In the event that the student does not graduate to the next level, they may take the next month’s test. If they miss or fail the test, they must start that belt level again. Note: Outstanding balances will prevent students from attending their graduation and receiving their next belt.
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Martial Arts Philosophy For Our Tae Kwon Do Parents Practice: How, What & Why – The idea behind this philosophy is that children need to be taught exactly how, what and when to practice, and why they’re doing it in the first place. Rating on a Scale of 1 to 10 Students who develop the habit of rating their performance on a scale from 1 to 10, with level 10 being the ultimate goal, increase their skills abilities faster than those who are unaware of the level at which they’re operating. Healthy Competition A healthy competition is what happens between two training partners and classmates when they try to out-do each other. It’s a healthy competition because both parties encourage each other in a positive way rather than a negative way. I Can Always Do Better Than I Think I Can This philosophy is basic, but a vital one for children to know. Easily proven using a high kick and target, this concept is a great one to have your child recite. What Is State Management? State Management is the ability to manage – in a positive way – one’s body, mind and emotions. To “manage one’s state” is to maintain control of oneself in times of pressure and stress. When teaching children to “manage their state,” we first get them to focus on and adjust their physiology (posture and breathing), then replace negative thoughts with positive thoughts (instead of “Why am I so slow?” to “How can I become faster?” from “What does he think I am, a dummy?” to “I wonder if this person is having a bad day?”). And finally, to operate from a rational place rather than an emotional place. When teaching children to deal with the emotional aspects of state management, the attitude to convey is that the stressful experience they’re going through isn’t punishment or a “drama,” but instead an important opportunity to learn something empowering. “Fall Seven Times, Stand Up Eight.” - Japanese Proverb To be a champion of the martial arts and life, you have to keep working towards your goals no matter what gets in your way. No matter how many times you fall, you always get up again and move forward. All winners stand up at least one more time than they have fallen.
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Caring for your Dobok Part of the discipline of Tae Kwon Do is maintaining a clean dobok. Keeping your dobok clean displays a high degree of respect for yourself, our dojang and Tae Kwon Do. Below are directions to help you keep your dobok looking sharp. 100% cotton uniform Machine wash warm/cold rinse with like colors. Use detergent with color safe bleach additive Line-dry only. If you must use a dryer, don’t dry it all the way. Take it out while it is still damp and spread it out on a flat surface. Use starch when ironing to get that “crisp” look. Do not iron logo. Cotton/Polyester Blend Machine wash warm/cold rinse with like colors. Use detergent with color safe bleach additive. You can use a dryer on low heat. Your dobok must be cleaned and pressed for all tests.
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Tying the Belt Hold the belt in the middle with the ends hanging evenly. Place the middle of the belt against your belly button. Wrap it around once and bring both ends back to your front. Bring the left end up to the middle. Overlap the right end up and then tuck it behind and under both layers (this step is important because if it comes undone it won’t fall to the floor). Pull both ends out, making sure they are still even. Tie a square knot by bringing the right end under and over the left. Pull both ends even and make sure the knot is in the middle. It is a matter of pride that neither end should hang lower than the other when finished.
If you can’t get it, don’t worry. Just like anything else in Tae Kwon Do it will get easier with practice.
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Delta Team Program
Delta Team is a special group of assistants who help during class and provide assistance to other students. They are role models who have dedicated their time and energy to improve the experience of all our members. This program is the building blocks to rock solid Instructors and Masters. If you think you have what it takes and want to improve yourself as a martial artist and a leader, than come join this elite team. Candidate must have the following requirements: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Must be at least 10 years old Must be a Brown Belt or higher Must be able to assist 2 classes during the week Must attend weekly team meetings on Saturdays Must be available to assist during Testings and Events Must provide extra time to help with cleaning duties Must have the right attitude and willing to help others
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Special Achievement Patches Academic Achievment Bring in 2 consecutive report cards with A/B grades
Split Club Be able to do a full split
Best Sparring Must place in any sparring competition
Best Forms Must place in any forms competition
1000 Kicks Must perform1000 kick at one time
Best Breaking Must place in any breaking competition
Most Improved Show accomplishment of goals
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A Word from the Master You’ve taken a big step in your life. As you train and progress to higher ranks, you will become stronger, faster, more flexible, more agile. You will be more confident, smarter, and more assertive. You will have a positive attitude, better self-esteem, have courtesy and respect for other, as well as more self-control and overall peace with yourself. You’ve made a commitment to yourself to become a better person. We, at White Tigers, will see you through your journey to Black Belt. We will help you face your fears, overcome any obstacles that get in your way, and help you achieve your goals. It will be a long and sometimes difficult road, but you must remember who you are and what you are. You are White Tigers, the best of the best, and nothing can stand in your way to becoming the person that you want to be. Through hard work, dedication, focus, and perseverance, you will become a White Tiger Black Belt. Our motto is Excellence Through Discipline. We accept nothing but perfection, and we never accept failure. We will never give up until we have reached our highest goals. Remember, Black Belt is just the beginning. It is the start of true martial arts training. It is another level in which you will continue to strive to be the best. You’ve started the most exciting and worthwhile journey. Let’s see it all the way through to the end.
Good Luck! Master R. Trinidad
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