Kang’s Institute of TaeKwon-Do, LLC

Important words of encouragement from Sa Bom Ni= m:

Dear New Student,

You have taken the first step into becoming a first-class individual! We are very serio= us 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 t= he world today. With tradition c= omes 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<= o:p>

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.<= o:p>

Indomitable Spirit

Unbeatable spirit.&nb= sp; 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 p= ure.

Commands: Understand these to get through each class.

C= ha – Ryut! (Attention)

A= rms parallel to the floor, slap legs, eyes straight ahead, head erect

C= hun – Bi! (Ready)

P= ull fists inward under chin, punch downward towards center<= /p>

K= yung – Yeh (Bow)

B= end at waist, lower head 75̊. Make eye contact before and after

S= hi – Oh (At ease)

H= ands behind back, elbows outward, eyes ahead, ears on instructor

Korean Counting: Memorize these as quickly as possi= ble.

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<= o:p>

R H Kick – Dollyo Chag= i

Punch – Jong Kwon=

Yell – Kihap

Hello – Ahn Yong Ha Sa= e Yo

Thank you – Kamsa Hamn= ida

High Block – Sang Dan = Makki

Middle Block – Jung Dan Makki

Low Block – Ha Dan Mak= ki

Front Stance – Ahp Kub= i

Back Stance – Dwi Kubi=

Sparring – Kyorugi

Forms – Poomse

Breaking – Kyuk Pa

Training Hall - Dojang<= /o:p>

Uniform – Dobok

Excuse me – Sillye Ham= Ni Da

Code of Conduct:

All students must understand these rules before signing up for training. Studen= ts 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 me= mber 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 a= nd 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 = 211; Dan Member

Sun Bae Nim – Senior M= ember

Hubae – Junior Member<= o:p>

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. Bow= ing 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 bowin= g. Standing is a half bow, and on the ground is a full bow.

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Students must face the kukke (flags) and respectfully bow when enterin= g or leaving the dojang.

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Students must bow to the senior student on the floor a= nd always bow to any dan members upon first meeting them.<= /p>

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If Sa Bom Nim arrives late or leaves early, the class should be brought to attention and bow as a group.

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Students shall bow to each other prior to mutual exerc= ise and upon completion of that exercise.

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Absolutely no disrespect wil= l be shown to any instructors or fellow students.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Students should follow the instructions of their sunbae nim.

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Respect your fellow studentsR= 17; 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 be= ing taught.

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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 conversa= tion relates to dojang and training matters, otherwise they should be referred= to by last name.

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Students, who arrive late should wait on the side by the post on one knee, to join the class.

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A student cannot leave class early without the permiss= ion of Sa Bom Nim.

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There is no talking in class unless you have been recognized by Sa Bom Nim by raising your hand or using the phrase "S= illye Ham Ni Da Sa Bom Nim” (excuse me teacher).

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Talking in the changing rooms sh= ould restricted to matters concerning practice. Gossip is strongly discouraged.<= /span>

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Students shall learn and uphold the correct ways of sitting and the proper way of standing.

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Students shall answer loudly with a “Sir!”= or “Ma’am!” when called upon.

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Shaking hands, giving and receiving items shall be done with the right hand assisted by the left hand.

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Juniors should never walk in fro= nt of seniors, period. =

Dojang Restrictions

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

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Do not wear rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, soc= ks, anklets, nose/ear studs, watches, neck chains, or any metallic articles during class. Wedding bands are okay.&nbs= p;

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Do not smoke, chew gum or eat candy or food while in t= he dojang. Outside food and dr= ink is not allowed.

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Do not come to class when intoxicated. Do not consume = any alcohol before class.

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Do not misuse any equipment in the dojang. Consider the dojang as ‘your’ dojang. = Do you part in keeping it clean.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Do not use profanity or abusive language in the dojang= .

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Use a quiet voice in the dojang (except when leading t= he count).

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Do not talk to someone who is no= t in class or who is just watching. Parents shall not interfere with = class in any way.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Do not stand around idle in clas= s. This is your time to train. Focus your mind, and body on what you came to do.

Equipment

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Beginners must have a uniform top and bottom, before starting class.

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Students will earn his/her patch= es upon memorization of counting and tenets of TKD

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Yellow belts and above must have= a complete set of fighting gear at every class.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Student may wear a plain T-shirt under their dobok top= that is the same color as their dobok top.

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Your uniform should be put on after arrival to the doj= ang and removed before departing the dojang.

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Your uniform must be folded properly after class and should always be mended and clean. =

Teaching and Demonstrations

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If you need extra stretching or warm-ups, do them before class begins.

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There is only ever one Sa Bom Nim teaching class. Don’t offer advice to your fellow students.

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Sunbae Nim will assist lower ranked belts in their training, but only upon the request of Sa Bom Nim.

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Whenever Sa Bom Nim is explaining or demonstrating all students should give him their full attention.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Never contradict or attempt to correct Sa Bom Nim or S= un Bae Nim. Discuss such matters with SaBomNim privately.<= /p>

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

No interrupting while the instructor is teaching in cl= ass. If you have a question, wait until the instructor is done speaking and ra= ise your hand.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Students should question what they do not understand b= ut answers are not debatable.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Students must not practice any technique that has not = been formally taught to them by Sa Bom Nim.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Respect other styles but practice your own. Knowing "a little of this" and "a little of that" usually end= s up being "a lot of nothing." If you practice more than one style or art, keep them separate.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

You must have explicit permission from your Sa Bom Nim= to demonstrate any aspect of TaeKwon-Do.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

You must have explicit permission from Kang’s Institute of TaeKwon-Do, LLC before teaching anyone outside of class or opening a dojang.

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Expression of poor behavior will result in disciplinary action and possibly suspension from your membership.

Attitude

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Your family and work comes first. Come to class after = you have fulfilled these obligations.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

As you advance, ego is a constant enemy. Remain humble= .

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Always accept correction positively and with an open m= ind.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Always be courteous in demeanor and be helpful to juni= ors and each other.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Always maintain a beginner's attitude. You can't learn= if you think you already know it.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Pay close attention to what your instructor has to say= at all times.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Come to class to learn. Practice at home or during open practice times.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Do not become angry or upset in the dojang.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

It is far better to know one poomse well than dozens o= f poomse poorly.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Never criticize other schools or styles of the martial arts.

Dojang Duties

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All students share in the responsibility for keeping t= he dojang safe and clean.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Please arrive at least a half of= an hour earlier to prepare targets and get changed so that training can begi= n on time.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Every student should help clean the dojang floor and mirrors after each class.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Never let a student with higher seniority work harder = than you.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>

Never leave clothing or valuables of any type in the d= ojang. We will not be responsible for these articles if lost or stolen. There is a lost and found in the= first locker of each dressing room. It will be recycled each week.

Rank

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Rank testing is a privilege, not a formality. Students must be prepa= red to not pass.

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There are minimum time periods between rankings. Howev= er, training for the minimum time period does not entitle the student to prom= otion. Many factors are involved in promotions such as time in rank, attendance, technique, teaching ability, helpfulness, attitude, courtesy, effort, contributions to the art, etc.

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Never request to be tested or promoted. Sa Bom Nim will let you know when you will be tested or have been promoted. If you ask for promotion "you will cease to exist." This means that Sa Bom Nim will see you but not see you.

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Accept a promotion with a sense of increased responsibility to your fellow students.

Testing / Gradua= tion

Every two months, the entire color belt population is ex= pected to graduate onto the next rank. During graduation, the new rank will be awarded along with any other certificates and awards. Date= s for graduation is posted on the website and is available at the office.

Curriculum Strip= es

The system of curriculum stripes is awarded on a bi-week= ly basis. When a student underst= ands and is able to perform the material taught in the class and as described in= the curriculum, he will be awarded a curriculum stripe. It is imperative for student= s to attend class in order to receive his curriculum stripe. If a student missed the chance to = earn his stripe, the only choice is to wait until the next cycle to graduate.

Attendance Card<= o:p>

The attendance card goes hand-in-hand with the student’s progress. The student is responsible for pic= king up his attendance card at the front counter before class. The instructor refers to the card = in class to see what the status of the student is. If the student is lacking in any a= rea, the instructor will recommend a private lesson to be scheduled. The student may not make any marks= on the card. It is the instructor’s job to check and make sure the student is learning prope= rly so as to give the necessary credit on the card.

Belt System<= /b>

White

Represents the INNOCENC= E of the beginner who does not yet have any knowledge of TaeKwon-Do=

Yellow:

Represents the EARTH in which the seed of is planted, symbolizing a student's desire for skill.

Green:

Represents a GROWING PL= ANT, symbolizing the student's abilities as they start to take root.

Blue:

Represents the SKY towa= rds which the student is reaching, as the student attempts to reach beyond competence to excellence.

Red:

Self Control	Stay under control when you may otherwise be thrown off guard.
Patience	Set your anxiousness aside and trust in your efforts.<= o:p>
Indomitable Spirit	Unbeatable spirit.&nb= sp; 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 p= ure.

C= ha – Ryut! (Attention)	A= rms parallel to the floor, slap legs, eyes straight ahead, head erect
C= hun – Bi! (Ready)	P= ull fists inward under chin, punch downward towards center<= /p>
K= yung – Yeh (Bow)	B= end at waist, lower head 75̊. Make eye contact before and after
S= hi – Oh (At ease)	H= ands behind back, elbows outward, eyes ahead, ears on instructor

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

Front Kick – Ahp Chagi=	Side Kick – Yup Chagi<= o:p>	R H Kick – Dollyo Chag= i
Punch – Jong Kwon=	Yell – Kihap	Hello – Ahn Yong Ha Sa= e Yo
Thank you – Kamsa Hamn= ida	High Block – Sang Dan = Makki	Middle Block – Jung Dan Makki
Low Block – Ha Dan Mak= ki	Front Stance – Ahp Kub= i	Back Stance – Dwi Kubi=
Sparring – Kyorugi	Forms – Poomse	Breaking – Kyuk Pa
Training Hall - Dojang<= /o:p>	Uniform – Dobok	Excuse me – Sillye Ham= Ni Da

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 = 211; Dan Member
Sun Bae Nim – Senior M= ember	Hubae – Junior Member<= o:p>

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students must face the kukke (flags) and respectfully bow when enterin= g or leaving the dojang.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students must bow to the senior student on the floor a= nd always bow to any dan members upon first meeting them.<= /p>
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	If Sa Bom Nim arrives late or leaves early, the class should be brought to attention and bow as a group.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students shall bow to each other prior to mutual exerc= ise and upon completion of that exercise.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Absolutely no disrespect wil= l be shown to any instructors or fellow students.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students should follow the instructions of their sunbae nim.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Respect your fellow studentsR= 17; 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 be= ing taught.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	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 conversa= tion relates to dojang and training matters, otherwise they should be referred= to by last name.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students, who arrive late should wait on the side by the post on one knee, to join the class.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	A student cannot leave class early without the permiss= ion of Sa Bom Nim.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	There is no talking in class unless you have been recognized by Sa Bom Nim by raising your hand or using the phrase "S= illye Ham Ni Da Sa Bom Nim” (excuse me teacher).
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Talking in the changing rooms sh= ould restricted to matters concerning practice. Gossip is strongly discouraged.<= /span>
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students shall learn and uphold the correct ways of sitting and the proper way of standing.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students shall answer loudly with a “Sir!”= or “Ma’am!” when called upon.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Shaking hands, giving and receiving items shall be done with the right hand assisted by the left hand.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Juniors should never walk in fro= nt of seniors, period. =

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Only TaeKwon-Do shoes allowed on the floor. Shoes should be neatly arranged a= t the edge of the training floor.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Do not wear rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, soc= ks, anklets, nose/ear studs, watches, neck chains, or any metallic articles during class. Wedding bands are okay.&nbs= p;
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Do not smoke, chew gum or eat candy or food while in t= he dojang. Outside food and dr= ink is not allowed.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Do not come to class when intoxicated. Do not consume = any alcohol before class.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Do not misuse any equipment in the dojang. Consider the dojang as ‘your’ dojang. = Do you part in keeping it clean.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Do not use profanity or abusive language in the dojang= .
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Use a quiet voice in the dojang (except when leading t= he count).
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Do not talk to someone who is no= t in class or who is just watching. Parents shall not interfere with = class in any way.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Do not stand around idle in clas= s. This is your time to train. Focus your mind, and body on what you came to do.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Beginners must have a uniform top and bottom, before starting class.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students will earn his/her patch= es upon memorization of counting and tenets of TKD
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Yellow belts and above must have= a complete set of fighting gear at every class.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Student may wear a plain T-shirt under their dobok top= that is the same color as their dobok top.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Your uniform should be put on after arrival to the doj= ang and removed before departing the dojang.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Your uniform must be folded properly after class and should always be mended and clean. =

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	If you need extra stretching or warm-ups, do them before class begins.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	There is only ever one Sa Bom Nim teaching class. Don’t offer advice to your fellow students.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Sunbae Nim will assist lower ranked belts in their training, but only upon the request of Sa Bom Nim.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Whenever Sa Bom Nim is explaining or demonstrating all students should give him their full attention.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Never contradict or attempt to correct Sa Bom Nim or S= un Bae Nim. Discuss such matters with SaBomNim privately.<= /p>
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	No interrupting while the instructor is teaching in cl= ass. If you have a question, wait until the instructor is done speaking and ra= ise your hand.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students should question what they do not understand b= ut answers are not debatable.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Students must not practice any technique that has not = been formally taught to them by Sa Bom Nim.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Respect other styles but practice your own. Knowing "a little of this" and "a little of that" usually end= s up being "a lot of nothing." If you practice more than one style or art, keep them separate.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	You must have explicit permission from your Sa Bom Nim= to demonstrate any aspect of TaeKwon-Do.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	You must have explicit permission from Kang’s Institute of TaeKwon-Do, LLC before teaching anyone outside of class or opening a dojang.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Expression of poor behavior will result in disciplinary action and possibly suspension from your membership.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Your family and work comes first. Come to class after = you have fulfilled these obligations.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	As you advance, ego is a constant enemy. Remain humble= .
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Always accept correction positively and with an open m= ind.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Always be courteous in demeanor and be helpful to juni= ors and each other.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Always maintain a beginner's attitude. You can't learn= if you think you already know it.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Pay close attention to what your instructor has to say= at all times.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Come to class to learn. Practice at home or during open practice times.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Do not become angry or upset in the dojang.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	It is far better to know one poomse well than dozens o= f poomse poorly.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Never criticize other schools or styles of the martial arts.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	All students share in the responsibility for keeping t= he dojang safe and clean.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Please arrive at least a half of= an hour earlier to prepare targets and get changed so that training can begi= n on time.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Every student should help clean the dojang floor and mirrors after each class.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Never let a student with higher seniority work harder = than you.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Never leave clothing or valuables of any type in the d= ojang. We will not be responsible for these articles if lost or stolen. There is a lost and found in the= first locker of each dressing room. It will be recycled each week.

<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Rank testing is a privilege, not a formality. Students must be prepa= red to not pass.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	There are minimum time periods between rankings. Howev= er, training for the minimum time period does not entitle the student to prom= otion. Many factors are involved in promotions such as time in rank, attendance, technique, teaching ability, helpfulness, attitude, courtesy, effort, contributions to the art, etc.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Never request to be tested or promoted. Sa Bom Nim will let you know when you will be tested or have been promoted. If you ask for promotion "you will cease to exist." This means that Sa Bom Nim will see you but not see you.
<= !--[if gte vml 1]>	Accept a promotion with a sense of increased responsibility to your fellow students.

White	Represents the INNOCENC= E of the beginner who does not yet have any knowledge of TaeKwon-Do=
Yellow:	Represents the EARTH in which the seed of is planted, symbolizing a student's desire for skill.
Green:	Represents a GROWING PL= ANT, symbolizing the student's abilities as they start to take root.
Blue:	Represents the SKY towa= rds which the student is reaching, as the student attempts to reach beyond competence to excellence.
Red: