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Black Belt Excellence!

Specialized Weapons Training

Alternative Sparring Training

Instructor Certification Program

Future Instructor/Staff Position

Enhanced Philosophy Background Education

Special Leadership Team Classes taught only by Master Kang

	Special Winning Attitude Team
	Secrets and Philosophy of Internal Training
	Unlimited Class Attendance
	Demonstration Team Eligibility
	10% Discount of most items in Institute Pro-Shop
	Master Club Uniform
	Master Club T-Shirt
	Extensive Korean Martial Arts Training
	Master Club Sparring Class
	Special Development of Power in Technique for Board Breaking

	Specialized Training for Public Audience
	Skill Polishing and Sharpening
	Exploration into the 4 Basic Weapons
	Public Speaking Practice
	Special Traditional Korean Techniques

Student's Pocket Study Guide

Classroom Instructions

Kyung Yeh - Bow Feet together, hands to the side, eyes to floor, bend 90, hold for 2 sec, make eye contact before and after	Cha reut – Attention Stance Hands out parallel to floor, feet together, eyes forward, slap legs firmly	Chun Bi – Ready Stance Feet shoulder width, toes forward, eyes ahead, punch both hands straight down from Chin area, bend arms inward
Fighting Stance Feet just over shoulder width, toes 45 weight on ball of foot, knees flexed, elbows rested on body, back hand tucked under chin, front hand pointed outward	Ahp Chagi – Front Kick Knee straight up, curl only the toes back, use ball of foot upon extension.	Yup Chagi – Side Kick Knee straight up, aim one eye down side of body aligned with shoulder, hip, knee, and heel blade. Angle toes downward.
Dollyo Chagi – Round House Kick Knee straight up, and turned over at extension, point toes using instep.	Jong Kwon – Punch Made with the fist’s index and middle knuckle, thumb tucked underneath, angled striaght	Kihap - Screaming Energy Made from deep within, any various sounds and methods of shouting, screaming, yelling. An art in itself.

Student Creed (memorize in parts) #1 gets you your white belt!

I intend to develop myself in a positive manner and avoid anything that would impair my mental growth and physical health.

I intend to develop self-discipline in order to bring out the best in myself and in others.

I intend to use the skills I learn in class constructively and defensively, to help my fellow man and to never to be abusive or offensive.

Black Belt Creed

As a Black Belt of the Martial Arts, I pledge to live in the standards of excellence .

by following and living by the tenets of TaeKwon-Do: Self-Control, Patience, Indomitable Spirit, Humility, Loyalty, Conviction of Ultimate Victory and Honesty.

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Family Code

1. Be obedient to my parents

2. Be honest with my parents

3. Be faithful with my friends

4. Be kind to brothers and sisters

5. Be truthful with teachers

6. Be courteous to elders

7. Be kind to neighbors

8. Be loving between husband and wife

9. Be kind to animals

10. Be sure to finish what you start.

8 Key Concepts

Yong Gi – Courage

Chung Shin Tong Il – Concentration

In Neh – Endurance

Chun Jik – Honesty

Kyum Son- Humility

Him Cho Chung – Control of power

Shin Chook – Tension/Relaxation

Wan Gup – Speed Control

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Goal Setting – Before and After

Project and visualize yourself as a Black Belt.

By the time you have made it, you will have accomplished a number of things:

Key traits of Kang's Black Belts:

500 to 600 group classes

proficient in sparring (ability to handle yourself in most any threatening situation)

Knowledge and ability to use most martial arts weapons

Fearless Self-Confidence

Superb Physical Conditioning

Increased State of Awareness

Classified as an “Elite Human Being”

Peace of Mind to know that ‘I Can Do It!”

Ability to Stand and Demonstrate of Speak in front of people

Become a role model for the young

Stand out in the community as an outstanding citizen

Stand on a larger platform on the stage of life

Recognized as a more qualified person for the job

Attitude and Character Stripes

click, open and print here: character stripe

Attitude stripes will be given for each task effectively completed during the duration of the after school program. Students must bring a (written and signed by their parents) describing how each task is accomplished. A Special Graduation at the School will be held to celebrate each child’s accomplishments.

Students are expected to have a minimum of three Attitude Stripes acquired before promoting to the next rank.

1. Set your goal . . .. ie. clean the house, fix the leaky faucet, rake leaves,

2. Write your experience down on paper, briefly.

3. Turn it in to your instructor before class to get credit.

SHOW RESPECT Answer your parents ‘yes sir” / “yes ma’am” for the whole week. Be extra polite. Say “I love you” at every opportunity, especially when they do something nice for you.	RESPECT FOR TEACHERS Go out of your way to show respect and appreciation for your teachers. Focus your eyes, mind and body; and say “thank you for class”!	CLEAN YOUR ROOM Clean the entire house! Every room should have your personal touch! Your room should be perfect as a reflection of yourself. Clothes off the floor, bed made, everything organized.
“THANK YOU” “I LOVE YOU” Always show your affection and respect for your parents as often as possible. “Thank you” and “I love you” should be part of your daily courtesy rituals. Make Mom and Dad feel appreciated.	DO IT THE FIRST TIME Do the things you need to do without being asked. Dress yourself; take care of your own duties and responsibilities without your parents having to say anything! What a difference you’ll make!	GO ABOVE AND BEYOND Do something to help your parents when they least expect it! Do something extra special, which you don’t ordinarily do. Set the table, help with the chores be creative!

Beginner Rotation 3 – Level One, Semester Two

First Black Stripe:

Positive Self-Control

Winning Black Belts accept 100% responsibility for the outcomes in their own lives. Winners take the credit or the blame for their own performances.

Basics

Side Kick
Hook Kick

Second Black Stripe:

Dynamic Combination #7

1. Step Front Punch 2. Reverse Punch 3. Turn

4. Step Front Punch 5. Reverse Punch 6. Turn

Dynamic Combination #8

1. Step Front Punch 2. Step Front Leg Front Kick, Reverse Punch 3. Turn

4. Step Front Punch 5. Step Front Leg Front Kick, Reverse 6. Turn

Dynamic Combination #9

1. Step Back Fist 2. Step Behind, Side Kick 3. Turn

4. Step Back Fist 5. Step Behind, Side Kick 6. Turn

Third Black Stripe:

½ Ee – Jang

Fourth Black Stripe:

Second half of Ee - Jang

Black Belt – (Master Club Material)

A. Nunchuk

B. Breaking – 1 Board Side Kick

Black Belt Requirement: Healthy eating habits logged on a separate handout

Intermediate Rotation 3 – Level Two, Semester Two

First Black Stripe:

Positive Self-Confidence

Winning Black Belts have the ability to accomplish anything they want to achieve. Winners understand that a strong belief in themselves and hard work will result in achieving their goals.

Basics

Flying Side Kick

Second Black Stripe:

Dynamic Combination #15

1. Step Front Punch 2. Step Behind Hook Kick 3. Turn

4. Step Front Punch 5. Step Behind Hook Kick 6. Turn

Dynamic Combination #16

1. Slide Side Kick (keep leg up), Side Kick, Reverse Punch.

2. Rear Leg Round House Kick, Spinning Back Fist, Reverse Ridge Hand 3. Turn

4. Slide Side Kick (keep leg up), Side Kick, Reverse Punch.

5. Rear Leg Round House Kick, Spinning Back Fist, Reverse Ridge Hand 6. Turn

One Step Sparring #11

1. Step back with left leg into front stance. Kihap

2. Back leg front kick, set leg back into back stance

3. Front leg round house kick, prepare for short back turning kick

4. Short back turning kick, (left leg), reverse punch (left hand). Kihap

One Step Sparring #12

1. Step back with right leg into front stance, Kihap

2. Back leg front kick, set leg back into back stance

3. Front leg round house kick, prepare for short back turning kick

4. Short back turning kick (right leg), reverse punch (right hand), Kihap

Third Black Stripe:

½ Yuk - Jang

Fourth Black Stripe:

Second half of Yuk- Jang

Black Belt Material: 10 hours of Community service logged on a separate handout

Dear New Student,

You have taken the first step into becoming a first-class individual! We are very serious about our training, and you should be too! Attending classes should be a top priority in your life, and using guides like this one is crucial to making the learning process more enjoyable. Remember, this is one of the few original, traditional, Korean schools of the Martial Arts left in the world today. With tradition comes rich culture, and methods that have been handed down over many years. What we do here works. It has helped thousands before you to transform into a solid individual and you should treasure what you learn and practice the methods with the utmost humility towards your seniors.

Good Luck!

Sa Bom Nim

Master Sung Kang

Grand Master Kang’s Tenets of TaeKwon-Do: Basic principles of life everyone should master.

Self Control	Stay under control when you may otherwise be thrown off guard.
Patience	Set your anxiousness aside and trust in your efforts.
Indomitable Spirit	Unbeatable spirit. Persevere, persist, push through, no matter what.
Humility	Be humble even though your skill is superb. Don’t be cocky.
Loyalty	Do not betray your school, your country, and most importantly, yourself.
Conviction of Ultimate Victory	Faith in your heart that someday, you will eventually be on top of the world.
Honesty	Do not hide, cheat, or lie, it will catch up with you. Keep things open and pure.

Commands: Understand these to get through each class.

Cha – Ryut! (Attention)	Arms parallel to the floor, slap legs, eyes straight ahead, head erect
Chun – Bi! (Ready)	Pull fists inward under chin, punch downward towards center
Kyung – Yeh (Bow)	Bend at waist, lower head 75̊. Make eye contact before and after
Shi – Oh (At ease)	Hands behind back, elbows outward, eyes ahead, ears on instructor

Korean Counting: Memorize these as quickly as possible.

1 – Hana	2 – Dul	3 – Set	4 – Net	5 – Dasot
6 – Yasot	7 – ilgop	8 – Yodul	9 – Ahop	10 - Yul

Korean Terms:

Front Kick – Ahp Chagi	Side Kick – Yup Chagi	R H Kick – Dollyo Chagi
Punch – Jong Kwon	Yell – Kihap	Hello – Ahn Yong Ha Sae Yo
Thank you – Kamsa Hamnida	High Block – Sang Dan Makki	Middle Block – Jung Dan Makki
Low Block – Ha Dan Makki	Front Stance – Ahp Kubi	Back Stance – Dwi Kubi
Sparring – Kyorugi	Forms – Poomse	Breaking – Kyuk Pa
Training Hall - Dojang	Uniform – Dobok	Excuse me – Sillye Ham Ni Da

Code of Conduct:

All students must understand these rules before signing up for training. Students should learn and remember these rules that constitute proper dojang behavior and are essential to maintaining a safe and positive training environment. The dojang is much more than a "training hall." It is the place where the spirit is forged through rigorous physical conditioning, self-discipline and introspection (looking within). The dojang has its own culture and it takes time to learn the proper procedures and rules. You should ask any Kyo Sa member if you have any questions. Students must approach and correct others not abiding by the dojang rules, but this needs to be done in a non-demeaning and courteous manner. Anyone who violates these rules will be subject to disciplinary action (including suspension, revocation and or expulsion) as directed by Sa Bom Nim.

Titles in the dojang:

Head of Dojang: Kwan Jang Nim, Grand Master: Do Sa Nim, D. W. Kang
Chief Instructor: Dae Sa Bom Nim, Sung Kang
Certified Instructor – Kyo Sa Nim	Certified Master Instructor – Sa Bom Nim
Colored belt member – Gup Member (10-1)	Black Belt Degree Holder – Dan Member
Sun Bae Nim – Senior Member	Hubae – Junior Member

Basic Etiquette

Bowing in the dojang has no religious connotations. The Korean and Japanese culture greet each other by bowing. Bowing can also have the functions of thanking and apologizing. Bowing may range from a small nod of the head to a long 90-degree formal bow. You are supposed to bow deeper and longer than your opposite if they are of higher status than you are. Your back and neck should be kept straight while bowing. Standing is a half bow, and on the ground is a full bow.

	Students must face the kukke (flags) and respectfully bow when entering or leaving the dojang.
	Students must bow to the senior student on the floor and always bow to any dan members upon first meeting them.
	If Sa Bom Nim arrives late or leaves early, the class should be brought to attention and bow as a group.
	Students shall bow to each other prior to mutual exercise and upon completion of that exercise.
	Absolutely no disrespect will be shown to any instructors or fellow students.
	Students should follow the instructions of their sunbae nim.
	Respect your fellow students’ experience in other arts. As well, do not expound upon your experience to others during class, regardless of how it may relate to the techniques being taught.
	Students shall refer to the chief instructor as Sa Bom Nim (Sung Kang), and assistant instructors as Kyo Sa Nim at all times in the dojang and outside the dojang when the conversation relates to dojang and training matters, otherwise they should be referred to by last name.
	Students, who arrive late should wait on the side by the post on one knee, to join the class.
	A student cannot leave class early without the permission of Sa Bom Nim.
	There is no talking in class unless you have been recognized by Sa Bom Nim by raising your hand or using the phrase "Sillye Ham Ni Da Sa Bom Nim” (excuse me teacher).
	Talking in the changing rooms should restricted to matters concerning practice. Gossip is strongly discouraged.
	Students shall learn and uphold the correct ways of sitting and the proper way of standing.
	Students shall answer loudly with a “Sir!” or “Ma’am!” when called upon.
	Shaking hands, giving and receiving items shall be done with the right hand assisted by the left hand.
	Juniors should never walk in front of seniors, period.

Dojang Restrictions

	Only TaeKwon-Do shoes allowed on the floor. Shoes should be neatly arranged at the edge of the training floor.