How do I know if I’m ready to grade?
Many people ask me if they’re ready to grade. Yes!!! If you’ve been attending class regularly you should definitely be ready to grade. At the end of each term, gradings are conducted to promote students to their next level. One of
Belt Colours and their Meaning
White– is the beginning. It is the colour of the winter’s snow that covers the newborn seed. It represents purity. Students at this level commence their journey of knowledge.
Where does my belt stripe go?
Your new stripe is sewn on 3cm from the ends of your belt. If it is not your first stripe, leave a gap of 1cm between each one and work away from the end. Please see below for details.
Korean Terminology
At first the Korean terms used by your Instructor may seem very strange, and perhaps even a little overwhelming (‘I don’t understand what he’s saying’). Don’t worry, this is perfectly natural. You are not expected to know any
Formulation of Korean Terms
Korean Taekwondo terms are generally constructed as follows: Part of body used + height + technique e.g., knifehand low block Han Sonnal Arae Makki Single Knifehand Low Block Common techniques are abbreviated, for example: Body block
Korean Terminology – Blue III
Press the play button to hear the pronunciation of each word (make sure your speakers are turned on!). The Korean terms below are spelt phonetically, ie say it as it sounds. Please refer to the bottom of the page for additional resources and
Qld Championships July 2009 – Brisbane Taekwondo Centre – Jason M
Jason M from Brisbane Taekwondo Centre’s first match at the July 2009 Queensland Taekwondo Championships. Check out the spectatular jumping back kick knock out at the end!
Taekwondo Belt System
There are six belts in Taekwondo, the first being white, which you receive when you commence training. The following belts are yellow, blue, red, provisional black (red/black) and black belt. On each of the colour belts you wear stripes
