As a Tae Kwon Doist you are
a member of the Tae Kwon Do family. You must be willing to stand
up for what is right and be responsible for your own actions.
You should never lie, hold a grudge, act maliciously or lose
self control as a Tae Kwon Doist.
When entering the workout area, or beginning
class, you should bow (heels together, bowing to 15 degrees)
to the flags, to the Master and to the senior students. You
should also show respect and bow to those who are older and therefore
more experienced than you. Mutual polite talking is encouraged
between students while inside.
No horseplay within the school as it displays
a lack of respect for the Master, the school and the other students.
This includes the locker rooms as well as the workout area.
Answer the Master and senior students with
Yes Sir! or Yes Ma'am!
When sitting is required, basic sitting posture
in the school is kneeling or cross-legged. Do not lean against
the walls or equipment.
If seated when the Master enters, you must
stand, bow then sit again.
Use good manners and be polite when talking
with each other. Staring, speaking with a loud voice, interrupting
conversation and non-verbal signs should be avoided in the school.
When watching promotion tests or demonstrations,
remain quiet, stand or sit at the direction of the Master and
do not lean against the walls or equipment.
Obey your parents, elders and senior belt
ranks without question.
Present yourself with pride and a strong
image as a Tae Kwon Doist.
Self control is required for the Tae Kwon
Doist. No swearing or profanity.
Clean living is required for the Tae Kwon
Doist. No Smoking. No drugs. No overdrinking.
Appearing well groomed and well dressed for
special occasions such as tournaments is required.
When leaving the school, you should bow to
the flags and to the Master.
Never wear your uniform while leaving the
school.
Your uniform must be kept clean and it must
be a suitable size. (Jacket sleeves should be approximately
3 inches above the wrist and pant legs should be approximately
3 - 4 inches above the feet.)
Finally, you must understand that
the ultimate goal of Tae Kwon Do training is deeper than just
technique or rank. It is the development of a humble and noble
spirit. There is no end to this kind of learning.
So, work hard in the spirit of a
true martial artist, approaching excellence each day. Never take
your life for granted and never stop improving.
