DoJang Ettiquette

Conduct in the Dojang (Training Hall).

Every student must observe the following conduct in the Dojang in order to maintain an orderly and effective training hall:
Bow upon entering the Dojang.
Bow to the instructor at a proper distance.
Exchange greetings with other students.
Bow to your instructor upon forming a line prior to training.
Keep uniform clean and pressed at all times.
Do not adjust Dobok whilst facing your instructor.
Students who arrive late for a lesson should obtain their instructors permission, and then bow before joining the class.
Never lose your temper in the Dojang.
Bow to your instructor upon forming a line prior to dismissal.
Bow before leaving the Dojang.
The following are not permitted in the Dojang:
Chewing gum, the wearing of shoes or jewellery, shouting or boisterous behaviour.

Belts

White - signifies innocence, a student with no previous knowledge of Tae Kwon-Do
Yellow - signifies earth, from which the metaphorical plant grows. The foundations of Tae Kwon-Do are being laid
Green - signifies the plant's growth as skills begin to develop
Blue - signifies heaven, towards which the plant is growing as training in Tae Kwon-do continues
Red - signifies danger, cautioning the student to exercise control and warning the opponent to stay away
Black - is opposite to white, signifying maturity and proficiency in Tae Kwon-Do

Tenets

Lessons

Training comprises of three main elements Basics, Patterns and Sparring.

Basics are individual moves and combinations of moves that are used to learn and train you body with the building blocks of martial arts. Learning through repetition and personal improvement.
Patterns as a set series of moves and combinations that are used to teach co-ordination, timing, stances, and power.
Sparring is learning to use the techniques against an active opponent.

Andover Tae Kwon Do
Tae Kwon Do Association of Great Britain
Tel: 01264 332751 \| Email
Instructor: Charles Gellard 7th Degree World Master