Student Handbook
Welcome!
We would like to welcome you
and your family to ours at U.S. Tae Kwon Do Academy. We pride ourselves
in our family atmosphere. We and our instructors have the same goal and
that is for you and/or your child to grow and flourish in the World of
Martial Arts. Our aim is to build self-esteem, self-confidence and self-discipline
while at the same time accomplishing the skills and techniques required
to become a true Martial Artist.
As you may or may not know there are many styles of Martial Arts taught
through out the world today. As many great Masters from many of these
styles say “We are all climbing the same mountain but have simply
chosen different paths to reach the top”. You have chosen to begin
your journey up the mountain via the path of “Tae Kwon Do”
and or “HapKiDo”, which are Korean Martial Arts styles.
Tae Kwon Do uses a combination of foot and hand techniques to defend or
attack an opponent. HapKiDo uses joint locks, pressure points and throws
to escape, control or subdue an opponent.
We at U.S. Tae Kwon Do Academy take pride in our family oriented studio.
Our goal is to instruct each student and in the process building their
self-esteem and confidence.
USKMAF Federation
We are members of the United
States Korean Martial Arts Federation (USKMAF) which is based in Jackson,
MS. The head of the organization is Grand Master J. R. West, an 9th Dan
(9th Degree Black Belt) who has been teaching Hapkido since 1967.
The USKMAF roots go back to the late 1970’s when several American
Instructors in the Southeastern United States joined forces in order to
increase the amount of knowledge available to their students. By conducting
clinics, seminars and testing's at central locations, these instructors
set a new higher standard for the average student to attain. During the
late 1980’s under the leadership of GM J.R. West, interest in the
organization went well beyond it’s original regional boundaries
and became the USKMAF that exists today. The requirements for membership
are rather simple and straightforward. Members are required to operate
a school or class within the USA, teach a “recognized” system
of Korean Martial Arts, this includes using Korean terminology, instructors
and students wearing a traditional Korean uniform, teaching Korean philosophy
and Korean style techniques.
| Belt
|
Meaning |
| White Belt « Hen Dee | Beginning « Shi chow |
| Yellow Belt « Noh-rah Dee | Respect « Jon Kyung |
| Orange Belt « Orenji Dee | Achievement « Sung Chui |
| Green Belt « Noke-saek-gwee Dee | Trust « Shilloe |
| Blue Belt « Chung Dee | Responsibility « Ch’aegim |
| Purple Belt « Bun Hong Dee | Knowledge « JiShik |
| Brown Belt « Kal-say-gay Dee | Foundation « Kun-go |
| Red Belt « Hong Dee | Perseverance « InNae |
| Red/Black « Jun Hook Dee | Endurance « Jiguryuk |
| Black Belt « Kohm-uun Dee | Integrity « Jungjik |
Advancements
Each stripe represents achievement in a particular area for that belt
color and indicates that you may soon be ready to qualify for your next
belt rank. Examples of these achievements would include but not be limited
to learning certain Basics, acquiring a new Form, Honor Roll Report Card,
Sparring, Weapons, Self-Defense, and last but not least a stripe that
indicates eligibility to Test. Instructors may at any time add a stripe
to your belt. After monitoring your progress your instructor will let
you know when you are ready to test. Testing normally takes place at a
special ceremony where your friends and relatives are invited and may
attend. During the test you will be asked questions from the U.S. Tae
Kwon Do Handbook. You will be asked to demonstrate skills and techniques
that you have learned in the classroom. There is an additional fee for
the belt test, but no fees for stripe tests.
All Testing Fees Must Be Paid Prior To Testing.
All promotions and advancements are based on personal merit and achievement,
not in comparison with any other student and are always at the discretion
of the Master Instructor’s.
Tae Kwon Do History
Tae Kwon Do is an ancient martial art tracing its origin to the tae kwon,
an art dating back to 50 BC. The art was officially banned in Korea when
Japan invaded and occupied the peninsula from 1910 to 1945. Although banned,
most fathers continued to train their sons in their beloved art. After
the ban on the sport was lifted, Tae Kwon Do began to evolve and catch
on outside the Korean peninsula. Tae Kwon Do is now the most widespread
martial art in the world and is an official Olympic sport.
A loose translation of Tae Kwon Do is "the way of kicking and punching".
It combines speed, flexibility and power to enhance the student's fitness
level and ability to defend himself. At U.S. Tae Kwon Do Academy, Tae
Kwon Do is intermingled with Hapkido to give the student optimum level
of martial arts knowledge, training and ability. Master John Oakley and
Master Tammy Sands encourages each of their students to progress at his/her
own pace while still motivating them to strive beyond their perceived
limitations to reach heights never before believed possible. This lesson
is useful not only in martial arts training, but also in everyday life.
The positive learning environment at U.S. Tae Kwon Do Academy combined
with the Master’s innate ability to bring out the best in each of
their students, reaching each student on an individual basis, make Tae
Kwon Do truly a martial art for everyone. The tenets of Tae Kwon Do: Courtesy,
Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Indomitable Spirit are characteristics
of the martial arts. Students are encouraged not only to memorize these
five tenets, but also to incorporate them into their lives.
South Korean Flag
The South Korean flag is called Taguek-Gi by the Korean people. The central theme of the flag is although there is constant movement with in the sphere of infinity, there is also balance and harmony. King Gojong declared Taguek the official flag of South Korea on March 6, 1883.
Center Symbol -- Um-Yang—origin of all things in the Universe. Symbolizes
equals and opposites like good and evil, fire and water. The blue is the
Um and represents the negative and the red is the Yang and represents
the positive. The white back ground represents the purity of the Korean
people known as the “White Clad People”.
1st Tri-Gram The Creative stands for Heaven/Strong |
2nd Tri-Gram Abysmal represents Water/Dangerous. |
3rd Tri-Gam Receptive stands for Earth/Yielding. |
4th Tri-Gram
Clinging stands for Fire/Light-Giving |
American Flag/United States of America
The American Flag was born on June 14, 1777 in Philadelphia, PA. My colors symbolize the patriotic ideals and spiritual qualities of the citizens of my country. I am the sacred emblem of your country. I symbolize your birthright, your heritage of liberty purchased with blood and sorrow. Dedicate your lives to those principles for which I stand:
“One Nation Under God, Indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for
All.”
The Blue square or Canton holds 50 stars which represent the 50 states.
The Blue represents Loyalty, Devotion, Friendship and Truth.
My 7 red stripes proclaim Courage, Enthusiasm, and Passion.
My 6 white stripes stand for Purity and Integrity
The 13 stripes represent the 13 original colonies:
- New Hampshire
- New York
- New Jersey
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- N.Carolina
- S.Carolina
- Georgia
- Rhode Island
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Virginia
- Pennsylvania
Korean Words and Phrases
| English | Korean Pronunciation |
| Kick | Bal Ch’agi |
| Punch | Chigi/Zumyuk Chigi |
| Right | O’run jock |
| Left | Win jock |
| Front | Ap |
| Side | Yup |
| Front Kick | Ap Ch’agi |
| Back Kick | Dwi Ch’agi |
| Side Kick | Yup Ch’agi |
| Roundhouse Kick | Dollyu ch’agi |
| Blue | Chung |
| Red | Hong |
| Ready | Jun Bee |
| Start | Si(ee) jak |
| Finish/Stop | Ku man/Jung Ji (Jee) |
| Fist | Ju Muck |
| Knuckle | Jung Kwon |
| Hand Blade | Son Nal |
| Leg | Da-ree |
| Foot | Bal |
| Shake Hands | Awk Soo |
| Be Quiet | Jo Yong He/Ha Sayo |
| Slowly | Chun Chun He |
| Ba-Lee | Quickly |
| Face National Flag's | Ku-Kiap Ta-Hi-Yo |
| Turn Around | Tura |
| Hello (Formal) | Awnyunghasumnika |
| Thank You | Kumsamida |
| Your Welcome | Chungmanyo |
| Head Instructor | Kwonjungnim |
| Instructor | Sabanim |
| Teacher | Sangsangnim |
Korean Words and Phrases
| English | Korean | Korean/Chinese |
| One | Hah-nah | Ill |
| Two | Dule | E |
| Three | Sehtt | Som |
| Four | Nehtt | Sah |
| Five | Dah-saht | O |
| Six | Yoe-saht | Yuke |
| Seven | Eel-gope | Chil |
| Eight | Yo-dule | Pal |
| Nine | Ah-hope | Koo |
| Ten | Yole | Ship |
| Twenty | Sue-mul | E Ship |
| Thirty | Sau-run | Sam Ship |
| Forty | Mah-hoon | Sah Ship |
| Fifty | Shwin | O Ship |
| Sixty | Yea-soon | Yuke Ship |
| Seventy | E-run | Chil Ship |
| Eighty | Yo-dun | Pal Ship |
| Ninety | Ah-hun | Koo Ship |
| One Hundred | Baek | Baek |
| First | Chut Jae | Chut Jae |
| Second | Dul Jae | Dul Jae |
| Third | Sam Jae (and so on) | Sam Jae (and so on) |
EQUIPMENT
Each Student should have the following equipment added to as they progress in rank;
Sparring Equipment:
White Belts: Mouth Piece
Yellow Belt: Gear Bag, Forearm
gear and Shin and instep gear. Boys need a groin protector and girls are
encouraged to have one as well.
Orange Belt: Chest Gear
Green Belt: Head gear
Weapons:
We offer Weapons classes and
if you/your child is illegible for the weapon being taught then he or
she must own that weapon to participate in the class. No Weapons will
be provided.
