TaeKwon-Do is an ancient martial art. The tradition handed down through the generations are preserved here in our dojang.

  1. TaeKwon-Do Protocol

    -Bow to the flags upon entering and leaving dojang.

    -Inside the dojang, address your black belt instructor as Kyosah-Nim (our instructor). Always address master level instructors (5. dan and above) as Sahbum-Nim (our master instructor).

    -TaeKwon-Do is built upon respect. Students should respect themselves, other students, senior ranks, and their families.

    -Always help others, but only instruct others if you have been asked by your instructor to do so.

  2. Class Protocol

    -Line up according to rank. Within a given rank, adults should line up before children. If someone has tested before you (earlier date), you should line up after them.

    -Always “answer up” when called upon, and run into position.

    -During class breaks, stretch or sit cross legged without leaning on walls.

    -Execute all commands instantly and with enthusiasm.

    -Do not talk during class or during class breaks (when you are seated while others are performing).

    -Always use caution to avoid accidental injury to others around you and to yourself.

    -Please make every attempt to arrive on time for class. If you know you will be late (but no more than five minutes), notify the instructor in advance.

    -If you have to leave the class early, tell the instructor in advance. If it is more than fifteen minutes, you should not take the class.

  3. Dojang Rules

    -Drugs and alcohol are not allowed in the dojang, nor is anyone permitted to enter the dojang if they are under the influence of any alcohol or drug.

    -No smoking, gum chewing or eating in the dojang. All beverages should be imbibed outside the training area.

    -No shoes are allowed on the training floor.

  4. Attire

    -Always keep fingernails and toenails trimmed short.

    -Always wear a clean uniform with proper patches.

    -Please do not wear any jewelry (rings, necklaces, toerings, etc…) during training.

  5. Discipline

    -Use time before and after class for independent practice.

    -Always strive to achieve the aims (Five Tenets) of TaeKwon-Do, both in and out of the dojang: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self control, and indomitable spirit.

    -Always try your best, and work as hard as hard as you can.

    -Never get discouraged. Progress is slow.

    -Compare yourself only to yourself – not to others.