White Belt Study Guide

White Belt Requirements

Form: Ki Bon Hyung

One step Sparring

You should be able to count in Korean from 1 to 10. Korean words for these numbers are listed at: Taekwon-Do Terminology.

Rank Definition: White signifies innocence as of a beginning student who has no knowledge of Taekwon-Do.

Taekwon-Do Definition:

Tae refers to defending with the feet, such as kicking.
Kwon refers to striking or punching with the hands.
Do refers to a way, such as a way of life.
Taekwon-Do is a self-defense martial art utilizing both the hands and the feet, 70% use of foot technique. The art of Taekwon-Do originated in Korea.

Terminology: You are required to know the Korean words for:

Attention - Cheryot
Uniform - Do Bok
Belt - Dee
Ready Stance - Joon Bee Bow - Kyongye
Flag - Kukki
Training Hall - Do Jang
Your Form Name - Ki Bon Poomse

Tenets of Taekwon-Do:

1) Courtesy (Ye Ui) - Being polite & respectful to others.
2) Integrity (Yom Chi) - Being honest.
3) Perseverance (In Nae) - Never giving up, achieving your goals.
4) Self-control (Jah Jeh) - Control of emotions & actions at all times.
5) Indomitable Spirit (Baekjool) - Unconquerable spirit.