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Promptness
Your Instructors and fellow students take the effort to be on time. There is no reason for them to have to wait for you. Being punctual is an important quality that you should strive for. If class is supposed to begin at 5:00, you should be in the Do Jang ready to practice by 4:50.

Cleanliness
Tae Kwon Do is a contact Martial Art and Sport therefore, you should come to practice with a clean mind and body. In the interest of hygiene and respect for yourself, fellow students and the Art of Tae Kwon Do you should always wear a clean TKD uniform (Do Bok). Fingernails and toenails should be neatly trimmed to prevent injury to your partner. A scratch from a dirty nail can easily become infected.

Conduct
The Do-Jang is a place for serious training, not a social gathering. Foul language and poor sportsmanship or conduct will not be tolerated. The good conduct rule applies to promotional test, competition and during regular practice or sparring in the Do Jang. A student should never criticize, insult or blame their partner for not performing well.

Silence
Try to refrain from idle conversation while practicing Tae Kwon Do. You should come to the Do Jang ready to practice Martial Arts, not to chat with friends. When the Instructor is talking he/she should have your undivided attention. If you have a question, ask one of the Black Belts or the Instructor not the person next to you. It is the responsibility of the Instructors and Black Belts to instruct not the lower Belts. Instructors and Black Belts are the most qualified to teach. Never contradict your Instructor or Black Belts during class regardless of what you many believe to be a correct technique, because it is considered very disrespectful in Martial Arts. Come to Tae Kwon Do practice with an open mind, ready to be filled with knowledge. Talking during class is prohibited unless a student has a relevant question, needs to exit the Do Jang for a break or to relieve him or herself. Remember a controlled and disciplined mind is essential in order to learn how to control the body.
 

Tae Kwon Do Benefits

Self Defense
Unfortunately, we live in a violent society; Tae Kwon Do empowers individuals regardless of gender or age. It gives students the ability and confidence to defend themselves if necessary. If wrongly applied Tae Kwon Do could be dangerous, for this reason it is necessary for Tae Kwon Do students to adhere to a strict code of moral discipline. Violence and aggression are not compatible with the art of Tae Kwon Do. Tae Kwon Do's objective is to promote peace, justice and harmony.

Recreation
Tae Kwon Do is an extremely fun activity for adults and children. Tae Kwon Do is also done for sport and TKD competition is exciting. Students interested in competing can get involved with the Amateur Athletic Union or the United States Tae Kwon Do State Competitions. Tae Kwon Do is an official Olympic sport and there are many opportunities for young athletes.

Art/Philosophy
Tae Kwon Do is a way of life, and the philosophy is appealing to many. Tae Kwon Do forms and techniques represent beauty, grace and power. Forms help to build mental concentration and confidence. Forms are the foundation of developing mental discipline. Each pattern represents a specific historical personage or philosophical concept. Learning Tae Kwon Do forms are a very educational, and are a culturally enlightening experience.

Social
Tae Kwon Do is an excellent way to build social relationships, it is a great activity for families. Tae Kwon Do builds and strengthens human relationship. Tae Kwon Do cultivates virtues like respect, honesty, honor and love between families and friends. These virtues are especially beneficial for children to learn in order to become successful adults.

Fitness
Tae Kwon Do is a great way to become physically fit. It uses all the muscles of the body and is a great way to develop cardiovascular conditioning. Tae Kwon Do is an effective way to manage and reduce weight. It relieves stress and it builds internal strength, Tae Kwon Do is the fitness craze of the new millennium.

 

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