This is a brief outline of the requirements to achieve this promotion. A more detailed curriculum is available at our school. All testing candidates are responsible for demonstrating any and all previous material learned. Promotional Belt Exams are cumulative in nature.
Impression
· Confidence
· Respect
· Self-Control
· Student Creed
· Notice of Intent to Promote Signature (by Parents & Teachers)
Kicks (First Stripe)
Axe Kick
Out to In Kick
Round House Kick
In To Out Kick
Front Snap Kick
Side Kick
* Sparring gear required after receiving your first stripe
Technical Skills (Second Stripe)
Ready Stance
Horse Stance: Double Punch
Walking Stance
Forward Stance
Low Block
Forward Stance Middle Inside Block
Forward Stance High Block
Horse Stance: Middle Punch
Horse Stance: Triple Punch
Walking Stance Low Block
Forward Stance Single / Double / Triple Punch
Middle Inside Block
High Block
Forms (Third and Forth Stripe)
Taegeuk 1 (Back) – Third Stripe
Taegeuk 2 (Back) – Forth Stripe
Sparring (Fifth Stripe)
· Students must have all safety equipment to participate
· Students must be able to defend against, and attack their opponents with controlled and balanced techniques
· Combinations (Executing more than one kick or punch)
· Defense (Blocking and Protecting)