What is Taekwondo?
Freely translated, Taekwondo means ‘the art of kicking and punching.’ Literally it means: Tae Pushing, jumping, or striking with the foot Kwon Hitting or striking with fist or hand Do The way, the story, the art Taekwondo is a
My child has just turned 7, which class should they attend?
Once they have attended their usual class time and received their new belt, they should start to attend the 7+ White to Yellow II classes. Note: If they haven’t turned 7 just yet but will be before the next grading, please call us to discuss
Which class should I or my child attend now we have graded?
They should attend their usual class until they receive their new belt, then change if necessary.
General Grading Information
Here at BTC we hold grading days for everyone at the end of every school term. The dates are available at least 12 months in advance via the club calendar. These are extremely important days in the development and encouragement of our
What happens at the grading?
A grading is a formal examination – our examiner is Grandmaster Blight, 7th Dan and Taekwondo Queensland President.
What Can I Do to Prepare for My Grading?
The syllabus section of the student handbook manual will show you exactly what you’d be required to do at your grading.
How do I know if I’m ready to grade?
Many people ask me if they’re ready to grade. Yes!!! If you’ve been attending class regularly you should definitely be ready to grade. At the end of each term, gradings are conducted to promote students to their next level. One of
Belt Colours and their Meaning
White– is the beginning. It is the colour of the winter’s snow that covers the newborn seed. It represents purity. Students at this level commence their journey of knowledge.
Where does my belt stripe go?
Your new stripe is sewn on 3cm from the ends of your belt. If it is not your first stripe, leave a gap of 1cm between each one and work away from the end. Please see below for details.
Korean Terminology
At first the Korean terms used by your Instructor may seem very strange, and perhaps even a little overwhelming (‘I don’t understand what he’s saying’). Don’t worry, this is perfectly natural. You are not expected to know any
