White signifies innocence as that of the beginner student who has no previous knowledge of Taekwon-Do.
Grading Requirements
(at the discretion of the examiner; not in any particular order)
- 10 Press-ups (counting in Korean)
- Front rising kick (counting in Korean) – usually 10 both sides.
- Sitting stance, 10 single punches (counting in Korean)
- Guarding Stance, performing jab & cross (double punch)
- Walking Stance, punching, moving forwards and backwards
- Walking stance, low block, forwards and backwards
- Four corner blocking, 1-4
Note: A senior student will demonstrate the techniques required.
Theory: See below
You should try to learn all of the questions and answers as you may be asked any of them at the grading.
Question | Answer |
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Meaning of White Belt | White signifies innocence as that of the beginner student who has no previous knowledge of Taekwon-Do. |
Name your Instructor & Grade | Ms Clark, 4th Degree |
Which country does TKD come from? | Korea |
Count to ten in Korean | Demonstrate |
Make a proper fist. Which knuckles are used for punching? | Demonstrate |