Club Discipline & Etiquette

For insurance purposes, after an initial probation period of 4 weeks, all students must complete and sign a British Taekwondo membership form prior to any further training sessions. British Taekwondo Membership is valid for one year.

All students must have a valid British Taekwondo licence in order to be allowed to participate in any club training sessions. It is your responsibility to ensure that it is renewed prior to its expiration.

Unless prior permission has been granted a WT approved Dobok uniform and grade coloured belt must be worn during club training sessions in the Dojang. During the hot summer months a Way TKD T-shirt may be worn.

For safety purposes WT approved protection equipment must be worn for any contact training such as sparring, one-step, and self-defence. Minimum required Bodyguard, Head guard, gum shield, Groin guard.

It is recommended and essential for hydration to bring sufficient water or sports drinks (not energy drinks) for drinking during breaks.

Gradings will be approximately every 3 to 4 months and will depend on the student’s attendance record, attitude, technical abilities within their belt grade syllabus, and at the discretion of the instructors.

It is important to watch and listen to your instructor during explanations, do not distract others, raise your hand if you have a question and wait until the instructor has finished explaining and has your attention.

Misconduct or disrespect in the Dojang, running around, horseplay, hitting or pushing others, or any misuse of the Martial art will result in disciplinary action, which may result in being expelled from the club and any further training.

Respect all seniors and fellow students alike, respect of all equipment and venue.

No jewellery or accessories to be worn during training, finger/ toe nails should be kept trimmed.

During training sessions ensure mobile phones are either on silent mode or switched off to avoid any disruption of the session in progress, unless prior authorisation has been granted by the instructor.



Tenets Of Taekwondo



How to Tie up your Belt


KUP Grading Syllabus

White belts (10th Kup) Exam Sheet

Pass Mark: 50%

1. Fitness:

  1. Push ups (x 10)
  2. Sit ups (x 10)
  3. Burpees jump (x 10)

Techniques and body posture must be correct and must be completed ten times each.

2. Basic Hand Techniques & Stances:

  1. Middle section punch in horse stance
  2. Low section block in horse stance
  3. Middle section block in horse stance
  4. High section block in horse stance

You are performing all techniques in a horse stance. Techniques, Stances and body posture must be correct. Each technique should be performed with power, control and aggression (Kihap). You are not allowed to copy other students.

3. Kickings:

  1. Front Kick
  2. Axe Kick
  3. Push Kick
  4. Turning kick
  5. Side kick

You are kicking on the spot. Techniques and Stances must be correct. Each technique should be performed with accuracy, power, control and aggression (Kihap).

4. One step sparring:

Attacker must challenge first and attack in a forward stance with a high section punch towards the nose keeping 4 inch safe distance. Attack with the right hand first and then the left hand second. The defender must perform the same techniques on each side. Techniques should include, quick reaction, moving to the side, a block, a strike and a kick. Minimum 5 techniques.

5. Self-Defence:

Attackers need to grab the opponent’s wrist or collar or both. Defender must release quickly using basic releasing or striking technique and finish off with pushing, kicking or punching to the attacking opponent. Minimum 5 techniques.

10th Kup – White Belt (white signifies innocence, as a student with no previous knowledge of Taekwondo)


White-yellow belt (9th Kup) Exam Sheet

Pass Mark: 60%

1. Fitness:

  1. push ups (x 10)
  2. Sit ups (x 10)
  3. Burpees jump (x 10)

Techniques and body posture must be correct and must be completed ten times each.

2. Basic Hand Techniques & Stances:

  1. Low section block in walking stance same side hand
  2. High section block in walking stance, same side hand
  3. Middle section punch in forward stance, same side hand
  4. Middle section block in walking stance with opposite hand

You are moving forward and turnaround. Techniques, stances and body posture must be correct. Each technique should be performed with power, control and aggression (Kihap). You are not allowed to copy other students.

3. Kickings:

  1. Front Kick
  2. Axe Kick
  3. Push Kick
  4. Turning kick
  5. Side kick

You are kicking on the spot. Techniques and stances must be correct. Each technique should be performed with accuracy, power, control and aggression (Kihap).

4. One step sparring:

Attacker must challenge first and attack in a forward stance with a high section punch towards the nose keeping 4 inch safe distance. Attack with the right hand first and then the left hand second. The defender must perform the same techniques on each side. Techniques should include, quick reaction, moving to the side, a block, a strike and a kick. Minimum 5 techniques.

5. Self-Defence:

Attackers need to grab the opponent’s wrist or collar or both. Defender must release quickly using basic releasing or striking technique and finish off with pushing, kicking or punching to the attacking opponent. Minimum 5 techniques.

6. Free Sparring:

Free sparring is full contact. You are allowed to kick above the waist level, on the head and body, and punch on the body only. You are not allowed to grab the opponent, kick behind the body, on the hand, below the waist level or punch to the head and neck. You need to perform defensive and attacking techniques.


Yellow belt (8th Kup) Exam Sheet

Pass Mark: 70%

1. Basic Hand Techniques & Stances:

  1. Low section block in walking stance
  2. High section block in Walking stance, same side hand
  3. Middle section block in walking stance, opposite hand
  4. Low section block & middle section punch in forward stance

You are moving forward and turnaround. Techniques, stances and body posture must be correct. Each technique should be performed with power, control and aggression (Kihap). You are not allowed to copy other students.

2. Kickings:

  1. Front Kick
  2. Axe Kick
  3. Push Kick
  4. Turning kick
  5. Side kick

You are kicking on the spot. Techniques and stances must be correct. Each technique should be performed with accuracy, power, control and aggression (Kihap).

3. Poomsae:

  1. You need to know every step of the poomsae.
  2. Every technique and stances should be correct.

4. One step sparring:

Attacker must challenge first and attack in a forward stance with a high section punch towards the nose keeping 4 inch safe distance. Attack with the right hand first and then the left hand second. The defender must perform the same techniques on each side. Techniques should include, quick reaction, moving to the side, a block, a strike and a kick. Minimum 5 techniques.

5. Self-Defence:

Attackers need to grab the opponent’s wrist or collar or both. Defender must release quickly using basic releasing or striking technique and finish off with pushing, kicking or punching to the attacking opponent. Minimum 5 techniques.

6. Free Sparring:

Free sparring is full contact. You are allowed to kick above the waist level, on the head and body, and punch on the body only. You are not allowed to grab the opponent, kick behind the body, on the hand, below the waist level or punch to the head and neck. You need to perform defensive and attacking techniques.

8th Kup – Yellow Belt (Yellow signifies earth, from which the metaphorical plant sprouts forth and takes root as the foundations of Taekwondo are laid)


Yellow-green belt (7th Kup) Exam Sheet

Pass Mark: 70%

1. Basic Hand Techniques & Stances:

  1. High section punch in forward stance, same side hand
  2. Low section block & middle section punch in forward stance
  3. Middle section block in walking stance, opposite hand
  4. High section block in walking stance, same side hand

You are moving forward and turnaround. Techniques, stances and body posture must be correct. Each technique should be performed with power, control and aggression (Kihap). You are not allowed to copy other students.

2. Kickings:

  1. Front Kick
  2. Axe Kick
  3. Push Kick
  4. Turning kick
  5. Side kick

You are kicking on the spot. Techniques and stances must be correct. Each technique should be performed with accuracy, power, control and aggression (Kihap).

3. Poomsae:

  1. You need to know every step of the poomsae.
  2. Every technique and stances should be correct.
  3. Candidates will be asked to perform all the poomsaes

4. One step sparring:

Attacker must challenge first and attack in a forward stance with a high section punch towards the nose keeping 4 inch safe distance. Attack with the right hand first and then the left hand second. The defender must perform the same techniques on each side. Techniques should include, quick reaction, moving to the side, a block, a strike and a kick. Minimum 5 techniques.

5. Self-Defence:

Attackers need to grab the opponent’s wrist or collar or both. Defender must release quickly using basic releasing or striking technique and finish off with pushing, kicking or punching to the attacking opponent. Minimum 5 techniques.

6. Free Sparring:

Free sparring is full contact. You are allowed to kick above the waist level, on the head and body, and punch on the body only. You are not allowed to grab the opponent, kick behind the body, on the hand, below the waist level or punch to the head and neck. You need to perform defensive and attacking techniques.


Green belt (6th KUP) Exam Sheet

Pass Mark: 60%

1. Basic Hand Techniques & Stances:

  1. High section punch in forward stance, same side hand
  2. Knife hand chop in walking stance, opposite hand
  3. Single knife hand block in back stance & middle section punch in forward stance
  4. Low block & middle section punch in walking stance

You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Techniques, stances, and body posture must be correct throughout. Each technique should be executed with power, control, and aggression (Kihap). Remember, you are not allowed to imitate other students’ movements.

2. Kickings:

  • Back kick, Hook kick, Reverse round high kick, Front kick, Turning kick, Axe kick, Push kick and Side kick.

You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Each technique should be performed with accuracy, power, control and aggression (Kihap).

3. Poomsae:

  1. You need to know every step of the poomsae.
  2. Every technique and stances should be correct.
  3. Candidates will be asked to perform all the poomsaes

4. One step sparring:

Attacker must challenge first and attack in a forward stance with a high section punch towards the nose keeping 4 inch safe distance. Attack with the right hand first and then the left hand second. The defender must perform the same techniques on each side. Techniques should include, quick reaction, moving to the side, a block, a strike and a kick. Minimum 5 techniques.

5. Self-Defence:

Attackers need to grab the opponent’s wrist or collar or both. Defender must release quickly using basic releasing or striking technique and finish off with pushing, kicking or punching to the attacking opponent. Minimum 5 techniques.

6. Free Sparring:

Free sparring is full contact. You are allowed to kick above the waist level, on the head and body, and punch on the body only. You are not allowed to grab the opponent, kick behind the body, on the hand, below the waist level or punch to the head and neck. You need to perform defensive and attacking techniques.

6th Kup – Green Belt (Green signifies the plant’s growth as skills are developed)


Green-blue belt (5th KUP) Exam Sheet

Pass Mark: 70%

1. Basic Hand Techniques & Stances:

  1. Double knife hand block in back stance
  2. Spear hand strike in forward stance, same side hand
  3. High section knife hand block & Knife hand chop, opposite hand
  4. Outer forearm guard middle section in back stance
  5. Back fist strike in forward stance

You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Techniques, stances, and body posture must be correct throughout. Each technique should be executed with power, control, and aggression (Kihap). Remember, you are not allowed to imitate other students’ movements.

2. Kickings:

  • Back kick, Hook kick, Reverse round high kick, Front kick, Turning kick, Axe Kick, Push Kick and Side kick

You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Each technique should be performed with accuracy, power, control and aggression (Kihap).

3. Poomsae:

  1. You need to know every step of the poomsae.
  2. Every technique and stances should be correct.
  3. Candidates will be asked to perform Poomsae no Four (Taegeuk Sa Jang) plus 2 other Taegeuk Poomsa of the examiner’s choice

4. One step sparring:

Attacker must challenge first and attack in a forward stance with a high section punch towards the nose keeping 4 inch safe distance. Attack with the right hand first and then the left hand second. The defender must perform the same techniques on each side. Techniques should include, quick reaction, moving to the side, a block, a strike and a kick. Minimum 5 techniques.

5. Self-Defence:

Attackers need to grab the opponent’s wrist or collar or both. Defender must release quickly using basic releasing or striking technique and finish off with pushing, kicking or punching to the attacking opponent. Minimum 5 techniques.

6. Free Sparring:

Free sparring is full contact. You are allowed to kick above the waist level, on the head and body, and punch on the body only. You are not allowed to grab the opponent, kick behind the body, on the hand, below the waist level or punch to the head and neck. You need to perform defensive and attacking techniques.


Blue belt (4th KUP) Exam Sheet

Pass Mark: 70%

1. Basic Hand Techniques & Stances:

  1. Hammer fist strike in side stance
  2. Back fist & middle section block in forward stance
  3. Low section and middle block in forward stance
  4. High section elbow strike in forward stance
  5. Middle section elbow strike in forward stance

You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Techniques, stances, and body posture must be correct throughout. Each technique should be executed with power, control, and aggression (Kihap). Remember, you are not allowed to imitate other students’ movements.

2. Kickings:

  • Back kick, Hook kick, Reverse round high kick, Front kick, Turning kick, Axe Kick, Push kick and Side kick

You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Each technique should be performed with accuracy, power, control and aggression (Kihap).

3. Poomsae:

  • You need to know every step of the poomsae.
  • Every technique and stances should be correct.
  • Candidates will be asked to perform Poomsae no Five (Taegeuk O Jang) plus 2 other Taegeuk Poomsa of the examiner’s choice

    • 4. One step sparring:

    Attacker must challenge first and attack in a forward stance with a high section punch towards the nose keeping 4 inch safe distance. Attack with the right hand first and then the left hand second. The defender must perform the same techniques on each side. Techniques should include, quick reaction, moving to the side, a block, a strike and a kick. Minimum 5 techniques.

    5. Self-Defence:

    Attackers need to grab the opponent’s wrist or collar or both. Defender must release quickly using basic releasing or striking technique and finish off with pushing, kicking or punching to the attacking opponent. Minimum 5 techniques.

    6. Free Sparring:

    Free sparring is full contact. You are allowed to kick above the waist level, on the head and body, and punch on the body only. You are not allowed to grab the opponent, kick behind the body, on the hand, below the waist level or punch to the head and neck. You need to perform defensive and attacking techniques.

  • 4th Kup – Blue belt (blue signifies heaven, towards which the plant is growing as training progresses)

    • Blue-red belt (3rd KUP) Exam Sheet

    Pass Mark: 70%

    1. Basic Hand Techniques & Stances:

    1. Outer forearm guard high section & middle section punch in forward stance
    2. High section knife hand block in forward stance with opposite hand
    3. Double knife hand block in back stance
    4. Middle section palm block in forward stance

    You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Techniques, stances, and body posture must be correct throughout. Each technique should be executed with power, control, and aggression (Kihap). Remember, you are not allowed to imitate other students’ movements.

    2. Kickings:

    • Back kick, Hook kick, Reverse round high kick, Front kick, Turning kick, Axe Kick, Push kick and Side kick

    You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Each technique should be performed with accuracy, power, control and aggression (Kihap).

    3. Poomsae:

    1. You need to know every step of the poomsae.
    2. Every technique and stances should be correct.
    3. Candidates will be asked to perform Poomsae no Six (Taegeuk Yuk Jang) plus 2 other Taegeuk Poomsa of the examiner’s choice

    4. One step sparring:

    Attacker must challenge first and attack in a forward stance with a high section punch towards the nose keeping 4 inch safe distance. Attack with the right hand first and then the left hand second. The defender must perform the same techniques on each side. Techniques should include, quick reaction, moving to the side, a block, a strike and a kick. Minimum 5 techniques.

    5. Self-Defence:

    Attackers need to grab the opponent’s wrist or collar or both. Defender must release quickly using basic releasing or striking technique and finish off with pushing, kicking or punching to the attacking opponent. Minimum 5 techniques.

    6. Free Sparring:

    Free sparring is full contact. You are allowed to kick above the waist level, on the head and body, and punch on the body only. You are not allowed to grab the opponent, kick behind the body, on the hand, below the waist level or punch to the head and neck. You need to perform defensive and attacking techniques.


    Red belt (2nd KUP) Exam Sheet

    Pass Mark: 70%

    1. Basic Hand Techniques & Stances:

    1. Palm block middle section in cat stance
    2. Double knife hand block low section in back stance
    3. Seasor block middle section in forward stance
    4. X block low section in forward stance
    5. Elbow strike with middle section in horse stance

    You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Techniques, stances, and body posture must be correct throughout. Each technique should be executed with power, control, and aggression (Kihap). Remember, you are not allowed to imitate other students’ movements.

    2. Kickings:

    • Back kick, Hook kick, Reverse round high kick, Front kick, Turning kick, Axe Kick, Push kick and Side kick

    You will be receiving a word of command. You are moving forward towards the finishing line and then jogging back to the starting point. Each technique should be performed with accuracy, power, control and aggression (Kihap).

    3. Poomsae:

    1. You need to know every step of the poomsae.
    2. Every technique and stances should be correct.
    3. Candidates will be asked to perform Poomsae no Seven (Taegeuk Chil Jang) plus 3 other Taegeuk Poomsa of the examiner’s choice

    4. One step sparring:

    Attacker must challenge first and attack in a forward stance with a high section punch towards the nose keeping 4 inch safe distance. Attack with the right hand first and then the left hand second. The defender must perform the same techniques on each side. Techniques should include, quick reaction, moving to the side, a block, a strike and a kick. Techniques should be advance level. Minimum 5 techniques.

    5. Self-Defence:

    Attackers need to grab the opponent’s wrist or collar or both. Defender must release quickly using basic releasing or striking technique and finish off with pushing, kicking or punching to the attacking opponent. Techniques should be advance level. Minimum 5 techniques.

    6. Free Sparring:

    Free sparring is full contact. You are allowed to kick above the waist level, on the head and body, and punch on the body only. You are not allowed to grab the opponent, kick behind the body, on the hand, below the waist level or punch to the head and neck. You need to perform defensive and attacking techniques.

    2nd Kup – Red Belt (Red signifies danger, cautioning the student to exercise control and warning opponents)


    Red-black belt (1st KUP) Exam Sheet

    Pass Mark: 70%

    Poomsae:

    MINIMUM TESTING REQUIREMENT

    • TAEGEUK POOMSAE x 5
    • Candidates will be asked to perform Poomsae no Eight (Taegeuk Pal Jang) plus 4 other Taegeuk Poomsa of the examiner’s choice

    2. One for one kicking:

    This exercise will take place wearing WT approved trunk and head protector with PPE. Age will be taken into consideration and additional self-defence techniques may be substituted.

    MINIMUM TESTING REQUIREMENT

    • 1 FOR 1 KICKING EXERCISE x 2 minute
    • Candidates will be asked to demonstrate a range of kicking ability featuring double techniques, spins and jumping techniques on the spot

    3. One step sparring:

    Procedure:

    The same technique must be defended from both left and right hand attacks (and either from a Junbi or low block attacking stance).

    MINIMUM TESTING REQUIREMENT

    • 1 STEP SPARRING x 5
    • Candidates will be asked to perform a minimum of 5 x step sparring techniques including:
      • at least one featuring a take-down
      • at least one featuring a restraint
      • at least one featuring a kicking technique

    5. Self-Defence:

    Opponents can attack:

    • From the front or rear
    • With grab to wrist or wrists
    • With grab to collar

    MINIMUM TESTING REQUIREMENT

    • DEFENCE AGAINST ATTACKS x 5
    • Candidates will be asked to perform a minimum of 5 x escapes and counter-attacks against an opponent.
    • Defending candidates must perform a range of defensive strategies with:
      • At least one featuring a wrist lock
      • At least one featuring a pressure point
      • At least one featuring the restraining an opponent

    6. Free Sparring:

    This exercise will take place wearing WT approved trunk and head protector with PPE. Age will be taken into consideration.

    MINIMUM TESTING REQUIREMENT

    • CONTROLLED SPARRING – 2 x 1 minute
    • Candidates will be asked to demonstrate a range of dynamic sparring techniques, defence and attack thought processes

    Destruction:

    16 years+ Board break

    15 years- Foam board strike

    MINIMUM TESTING REQUIREMENT

    • 2 WAY SPECIAL TECHNIQUE
    • Candidates will be asked to perform a 2 way technique of their own choice and will have up to 2 attempts.


    Competition Information

    Coming soon.

    Coming soon.

    Poomsae Competitions

    Competition Rules

    # WT Poomsae Competition Rules & Interpretation (September 30, 2024)

    # Changes made to WT Poomsae Competition Rules & Interpretation (September 30, 2024)

    # Competition Rules Interpretation

    Events and Dates



    General Categories in POOMSAE Events within The UK

    All participants must be members of British Taekwondo. All competitors must be a UK resident.

    MEMBERSHIP

    If you have any issues about membership, please ask your club coach / instructor to contact British Taekwondo membership services.

    DIVISIONS

    DAN 1st Dan / Poom and higher, Kukkiwon holder
    K1 2nd Kup (Red Belt) – 1st Kup (Black Tag)
    K2 6th Kup (Green Belt) – 3rd Kup (Red Tag) )
    K3 9th Kup (Yellow Tag) – 7th Kup (Green Tag)
    PARA Dan & Kup Combined – 8th Kup Upwards
    FREESTYLE Dan & Kup Combined – 2nd Kup Upwards

    Age categories are based on the year of birth. For example, if someone is 17 years old on the day of the competition but will be 18 before the end of the year (2022) then he/she shall participate in the category of U30 (18 – 30 years old).

    The organisers will allow DAN competitors moving up in 2023 to compete in both their old division and new division (for Dan individual categories only) – you will need to register the player twice as two separate competitors e.g. Jane Smith 1 and Jane Smith 2– amend the date of birth of the second one so it appears in the 2023 category – pairs & teams for players moving up can only enter one (your choice of 2022 or 2023 category). Players can only enter a maximum of one pair and one team.


    DAN DIVISIONS

    Dan Competition Method Compulsory Poomsae is drawn for the Dan Divisions INDIVIDUAL (MALE & FEMALE)

    INDIVIDUAL (MALE & FEMALE)

    DIVISION

    COMPULSORY POOMSAE
    U11 Years Age 11 and under Taegeuk 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Jang, Koryo, Keumgang
    U14 Years Age 12 – Age 14 Years Taegeuk 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Jang, Koryo, Keumgang
    U17 Years Age 15 – Age 17 Years Taegeuk 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Jang, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek
    U30 Years Age 30 and Under Taegeuk 6, 7, 8 Jang, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek, Pyongwon, Shipjin
    U40 Years Age 31 Years – 40 Years Taegeuk 6, 7, 8 Jang, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek, Pyongwon, Shipjin
    U50 Years Age 41 Years – 50 Years Taegeuk 8 Jang, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek, Pyongwon, Shipjin, Jitae, Chonkwon
    U60 Years Age 51 Years – 60 Years Koryo, Keumgang, Taebeak, Pyongwon, Shipjin, Jitae, Chonkwon, Hansu
    U65 Years Age 61 Years – 65 Years + Koryo, Keumgang, Taebeak, Pyongwon, Shipjin, Jitae, Chonkwon, Hansu
    +66 Years Age 66 Years + Koryo, Keumgang, Taebeak, Pyongwon, Shipjin, Jitae, Chonkwon, Hansu

    Sparring (Kyorugi) Competitions


    Competition Rules

    # WT Competition Rules & Interpretation (September 30, 2024)

    # Changes made for WT Competition Rules & Interpretation (September 30, 2024)

    # Competition Rules Interpretation

    Events and Dates




    Most of the events will be held on a SUNDAY. You need to manage your travel and hotel bookings yourself. Before making any decision you must contact your club Instructors.

    Once we submit your name on the event, entry fee must be paid. Entry fee is not refundable.

    Note: Before we go to any competitions, Parent/Guardian must attend our briefing to understand competition rules.

    EQUIPMENT

    All athletes will be provided with a Daedo Electronic body protector and e-headguard.

    All athletes should bring their own Daedo socks and all other PPE/equipment. ALL ATHLETES MUST WEAR WORLD TAEKWONDO RECOGNISED PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. This includes all uniforms and guards.

    A list of companies which supply WT-recognised protective equipment can be found on the WT website: www.worldtaekwondo.org All contestants will be required to proceed to the inspection desk for officials to check their uniform and protective equipment before entering the competition area. Any contestant wearing non-recognised equipment will not be permitted to compete.


    General Categories in SPARRING (Kyorugi) Events within The UK

    CLASSES:

    A Class: 2nd Kup (Red belt) and above.
    B Class: 9th / 4th – 3rd kup

    Weight Categories: Male kg

    Pee wee Male ( 8 Years & Bellow ) -18kg, -20kg, -22kg, -24kg, -26kg, -28kg, -30kg, +30kg
    Children Male ( 9,10 & 11 Years Old ) -24kg, -26kg, -29kg, -32kg, -36kg, -40kg, -44kg, -48kg, +48kg
    Cadet Male ( 12,13 & 14 Years Old ) -33kg, -37kg, -41kg, -45kg, -49kg, -53kg, -57kg, -61kg, -65kg, +65kg
    Junior Male ( 15,16 & 17 Years Old ) -45kg, -48kg, -51kg, -55kg, -59kg, -63kg, -68kg, -73kg, -98kg, +78kg
    Senior Male ( 18 – 35 Years Old ) -54kg,-58kg, -63kg, -68kg, -74kg, -80kg, -87kg, +87kg
    Veteran Male ( 36 Years Above ) -58kg, -68kg, -80kg, +80kg

    Weight Categories: Female kg

    Pee wee Female ( 8 Years & Bellow ) -18kg, -20kg, -22kg, -24kg, -26kg, -28kg, -30kg, +30kg
    Children Female ( 9,10 & 11 Years Old ) -18kg, -20kg, -22kg, -24kg, -26kg,+26kg
    Cadet Female ( 12,13 & 14 Years Old ) -29kg, -33kg, -37kg, -41kg, -44kg, -47kg, -51kg, -55kg, -59kg, +59kg
    Junior Female ( 15,16 & 17 Years Old ) -42kg, -44kg, -46kg, -49kg, -52kg, -55kg, -59kg, -63kg, -68kg, +68kg
    Senior Female ( 18 – 35 Years Old ) -46kg, -49kg, -53kg, -57kg, -62kg, -67kg, -73kg, +73kg
    Veteran Female ( 36 Years Above ) -49kg, -57kg, -67kg, +67kg

    To read all the letest Poomsae competation rules click here. Updated (September 30, 2024)

    Artical 15 | Scoring Criteria

    Scoring shall be made in accordance with the rules of the WT.

    1. Recognized Poomsae (10.0)

    • 1.1 Accuracy (4.0)
      • 1.1.1 Accuracy in basic movements
      • 1.1.2 Accuracy in individual movement of the Poomsae
      • 1.1.3 Balance
    • 1.2 Presentation(6.0)
      • 1.2.1 Speed and power
      • 1.2.2 Rhythm & tempo
      • 1.2.3 Expression of energy

    Artical 16 | Methods of scoring

    1. Recognised Poomsae

    • 1.1 Total score 10.0
    • 1.2 Accuracy
      • 1.2.1 Basic score 4.0
      • 1.2.2 Zero point one (0.1) point shall be deducted each time whena contestant makes a small mistake in individual movement.
      • 1.2.3 Zero point three (0.3) points shall be deducted each time a contestant makes a big mistake in individual movement.

    (Explanation #1:)

    Deduction of 0.1 point per small mistake in each individual movement: 0.1 point shall be deducted whenever any of stances (Ap-gubi, Dwit-gubi,. Beom-seogi and etc.) or hand movements (Makki, Jireugi, Chigi and etc.) is not performed as explained in the attached Poomsae Competition Scoring Guidelines.

    (Explanation #2):

    Bingmistake in accuracy: 0.3 points shall be deducted when actions not performed in accordance with included in the attached Poomsae Competition Scoring Guidelinesor a wrong action is performed.

    Example:

    • 1. Eolgul Makki is performed instead of Arae Makki.
    • 2. Dwit-gubi is performed instead of Juchum-Seogi.
    • 3. Kihap (yelling) is not made or kihap at wrong moment.
    • 4.Temporarystop during movements (forgetting the next movement for three seconds or longer).
    • 5. Eyesight does not follow the side to which actions are made.
    • 6. When the raised foot touches the ground in performing Hakdari-Seogi.
    • 7. Jittzikgi movement without enough power and sound.
    • 8. When the contestant makes loud breathing noises.

    (Explanation #3):

    Deduction of 0.6 point: When the contestant restarts Poomsae regardless of the number of movements performed.

    • 1.3 Presentation
      • 1.3.1 Basic Score 6.0

    (Explanation #4) Presentation

    Deduction of point in presentation shall not be made for every small or serious mistake during the performance. Points in presentation shall be made for the overall performance of Poomsae

    • 1) 2.0 points for speed and power
    • 2) 2.0 points for control of power, speed and rhythm
    • 3) 2.0 points for expression of energy

    (Explanation #5): Speed and power (score 2.0):

    Ability to perform Poomsae shall be evaluated on whether the movements are performed in accordance with the characteristics of the pertinent movement, for example, whether attacking techniques like Jireugi, Chagi, etc. are best performed, whether the movement is presented with a soft start and with a perfect balance between speed and power utilizing the body weight at the maximum, and whether a special movement is performed slowly intentionally, etc.

    (Example 1) Deduction of point shall be made if too much strength is revealed in the beginning of the movements as it slows down the movements at the most important point of the movements.
    (Example 2) Deduction of point shall be made if one exaggerates a movement to propel the next movement or utilizes the reaction of the body to express power.

    (Explanation #6) Rhythm & tempo (score 2.0)

    -Control of power means the strongest power shown at the most critical moment of the movement through speed and softness.
    -Control of speed means an appropriate connection between actions and changes of speed.
    -Rhythm means repeated actions according to set rules and length of note, and flow of power.
    (Example #1) Too much power makes the movement look stiff from the start. Points shall be deducted if the speed, power, and rhythm are presented with no changes from the start to the end of the lines of movements.
    (Example #2) Points shall be deducted in case of stiff actions coming from stiff body: A strong start makes it difficult to accelerate, thus slowing down the action at the critical point of movements

    (Explanation #7) Expression of energy(score 2.0)

    -Whether actions are presented with quality and dignity that come from mastering of the energy: size of body action, concentration, courage, sharpness, confidence, etc. according to the characteristics of actions of Poomsae.
    -Eyesight, kihap (yelling), attitude, costume, confidence, etc. all through the actions of Poomsae based on the performer’s physique and characteristics shall be evaluated.
    (Example #1) Points shall be deducted if actions are not vivid, connecting actions are not big enough for the performer’s physique, performance is made in the same rhythm all the time without quality and dignity, and eyesight, kihap, confidence, etc. are not expressed perfectly.

    2. Free-style Poomsae

    • 2.1 Technical Skills
      • 2.1.1 Performance level of kicking techniques: points shall be awarded from 0 up to 5.0 in total in five evaluation areas.
        • 2.1.1.1 Jumping side kick: Points shall be awarded based on the performance level of the jumping side kick and the hight of jump.
        • 2.1.1.2 Multiple kicks in a jump: Point shall be awarded based on the performance level of multiple kicks and the number of kicks in a jump.
        • 2.1.1.3 Gradient of spins in a spin kick: points shall be awarded on the performance level of the spin kikc(s) and the degree of spin (e.g.,60 degrees, 540 degrees, 720 degrees and etc.)
        • 2.1.1.4 Consecutive kicks: Points shall be awarded based on the mastery and performance level of Kyrugi style consecutive kicks in a row, and the number of consecutive kicks shall be limited from seven(7)to ten(10).
        • 2.1.1.5 Acrobatic kicking technique: Points shall be awarded on the mastery and performace of acrobatic kicking technique.
      • 2.1.2 Basic movement and Practicability: Points shall be awarded from 0 up to 1.0 for accuracy in basic movements. The connection between attacks and defences(and/or VICE VERSA), and harmony on the practicability of performance of overall free-style Poomsae.
      • 2.2 Presentation Points shall be awarded from 0 tup to 4.0 based on the general performance of the free-style Poomsae
        • 2.2.1 Creativeness: Points shall be awarded based on the creativeness of actions and components of Poomsae.
        • 2.2.2 Harmony: Points shall be awarded based on the harmony between different components in general Poomsae (music, choreography, and attire for example.) Harmony between perfomers (unity,for example) shall be also evaluated in case of team and pair contest.
        • 2.2.3 Expresion of energy: Points shall be awarded in accordance with the evaluation standard in expression of energy in recognised Poomsae.
        • 2.2.4 Music and choreography: points shall be awarded on how themusic and the choreography go well with each other in general performance in Poomase.

    3. Deduction of Points

    • 3.1 0.3 points shall be deducted from the final score in case performance is finished earlier or later than the set contest time.
    • 3.2 0.3 points shall be deducted from the final score in case the athlete crosses the border during performance.

    4. Score calculation

    • 4.1 Accuracy (for recognised Poomsae) or technical skills (for free-style Poomsae) shall be scored separately from presentation.
    • 4.2 Final score shall be the average point of the total points summed up except the highest and lowest points in respective points for accuracy (for recognised Poomsae) or techical skills (for free-style Poomsae) and presentation.

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    Artical 11 | Permitted techniques & Areas

    1. Permitted techniques:
      • 1.1 Fist technique: A straight punching technique using the knuckle part of a tightly clenched fist.
      • 1.2 Foot technique: Delivering techniques using any part of the foot below the ankle bone.
    2. Permitted areas:
      • 2.1 Trunk: Attack by fist and foot techniques on the areas covered by the trunk protector are permitted. However, such attacks shall not be made on the part of the spine.
      • 2.2 Head: The area above the collar bone. Only foot techniques are permitted.

    Artical 12 | Valid Points

    1. Scoring Areas

      • 1.1 Trunk: The blue or red coloured area of the trunk protector.
      • 1.2 Head: The entire head above the bottom line of the head protector.
    2. Criteria for valid point(s):
      • 2.1 Point(s) shall be awarded when a permitted technique is delivered to the scoring areas of the trunk with a proper level of impact.
      • 2.2 Point(s)shall be awarded when a permitted technique is delivered to the scoring areas of the head.
      • 2.3 The determination of the validity of the technique, level of impact, and/or valid contact to the scoring area shall be made by the electronic scoring system except fist techniques. These PSS determinations shall not be subject to Instant Video Replay except for head kicks.
      • 2.4 The WT Technical Committee shall determine the required level of impact and sensitivity of the PSS, using different scales in consideration of weight category, gender, and age groups. In certain circumstances as deemed necessary the Technical Delegate may recalibrate the valid level of impact.
    3. The valid points areas follows:

      • 3.1 One (1) point for a valid punch to the trunk protector
      • 3.2 Two (2) points for a valid kick to the trunk protector
      • 3.3 Four (4) points for a valid turning (reverse) kick to the trunk protector
      • 3.4 Three (3) points for a valid kick to the head
      • 3.5 Five (5) points for a valid turning (reverse) kick to the head
      • 3.6 One (1) point awarded for everyone “Gam-jeom” given to the opponent contestant
    4. Match score shall be the sum of points of the three rounds.
      • 4.1 In the best of three (3) system, match score shall be the sum of the number of rounds won of the three rounds.
    5. Invalidation of point(s): When a contestant records points following prohibited act(s):
      • 5.1 If prohibited act is followed by point(s), the referee shall declare the penalty for the prohibited act and invalidate the point(s)

        • (Explanation#1)

        Back kick (Dwichagi) is one type of turning (reverse) kick techniques, the head and shoulder rotation must occur to be considered as a back kick (Dwichagi) and awarded technical points.

        When contestants kick opponent by the back kick (Dwichagi), without contestant’s simultaneous rotation of head and shoulder, ‘Back kick’ (Dwichagi) will not be considered turning kick.

    Article 13 | Scoring and publication

    1. Scoring of valid point(s) shall be determined primarily using the electronic scoring system installed in Protector and Scoring Systems (PSS). Points awarded for punching techniques and additional points awarded for turning (reverse) kicks shall be scored by judges using manual scoring devices. If PSS (Protector & Scoring System) is not used, all scoring shall be determined by judges using manual scoring devices.
    2. If head PSS is not employed with trunk PSS, scoring for kicking techniques to the head shall be made by judges using the manual scoring devices.
    3. The additional point given for a turning (reverse) kick shall be invalidated if the turning (reverse) kick was not scored as a valid point(s) by PSS.
    4. Under a three (3) corner judge setting, two or more judges shall be needed to confirm valid scoring.
    5. Under a two (2) corner judges setting, two judges shall be needed to confirm valid scoring.

    Article 14 | Prohibited acts and Penalties

    1. Penalties shall be declared by the referee.
    2. Prohibited acts which described in article 14 shall be penalized with “Gam-jeom” by referee.
    3. A “Gam-jeom” shall be counted as one (1) point for the opposing contestant.
    4. Prohibited acts
      • 4.1 The following acts shall be classified as prohibited acts, and “Gam-jeom” shall be declared.
        • 4.1.1 Crossing the Boundary Line
        • 4.1.2 Falling down
        • 4.1.3 Avoiding or delaying the match
        • 4.1.4 Grabbing or pushing the opponent
        • 4.1.5 The following are considered prohibited acts:
          • a) Lifting the leg to block.
          • b) Kicking the opponent’s leg to impede the opponent’s kicking attack.
          • c) Kick was aiming to below the waist.
          • d) Lifting the leg above waist for kicking in the air for four (4) times or more.
          • e) Lifting a leg or kicking in the air for more than three (3) seconds to impede opponent’s potential attacking movements
        • 4.1.6 Kicking below the waist.
        • 4.1.7 Attacking the opponent after “Kal-yeo”.
        • 4.1.8 Hitting the opponent’s head with the hand.
        • 4.1.9 Butting or attacking with the knee.
        • 4.1.10 Attacking the fallen opponent.
        • 4.1.11 Attacking trunk PSS with the side or bottom of the foot in clinch position.
        • 4.1.12 Attacking back of head PSS in clinch position.
        • 4.1.13 Following Misconducts of contestant or coach:
          • a) Not complying with the referee’s command or decision.
          • b) Inappropriate protesting behaviour to officials’ decisions.
          • c) Inappropriate attempts to disturb or influence the outcome of the match.
          • d) Provoking or insulting the opposing contestant or coach.
          • e) Unaccredited doctor/physicians or other team officials found to be seated in the doctor’s position.
          • f) Any other severe misconduct or unsportsmanlike conduct from a contestant or coach.
          • g) When a contestant commits a prohibited Act followed by an Attack After “Kay-yeo” (as per article 14.4.1.7) or any other unsportmanlike behaviour (as per article 14.4.1.13) the referee may give a second “Gam-jeom” for ‘Attack after “Kal-yeo”‘ or ‘Misonduct’.
      • 4.2 When a coach or contestant commits excessive misconduct and does not follow the referee’s command the referee may declare a sanction request by raising a yellow card. In this case the Competition Supervisory Board shall investigate the contestant‘s and/or coach’s behaviour and determine whether a sanction is appropriate
    5. If a contestant intentionally and repeatedly refuses to comply with the Competition Rules or the referee’s orders, the referee may end the match raising yellow card and declare the opposing contestant the winner.
    6. If the referee at the inspection desk or officials in the Field of Play determines, in consultation with the PSS technician, if necessary, that a contestant or coach has attempted to manipulate the sensitivity of PSS sensor(s) and/or inappropriately alter the PSS so as to affect its performance, the contestant shall be disqualified.
    7. When a contestant receives ten (10) “Gam-jeom”, the referee shall declare the contestant loser by referee’s punitive declaration (PUN)
      • 7.1 In the best of three (3) system, when a contestant receives five (5) “ Gam-jeom” in a round, the opponent will be declared the winner of that round.
    8. In Article 14.7, “Gam-jeom” shall be counted in the total score of the three rounds.

    (Interpretation)

    Objectives in establishing the prohibited acts and penalties are as follows,

    (1) To secure the contestant’s safety

    (2) To ensure fair competition

    (3) To encourage appropriate techniques

    (Explanation #1)
    “Gam-jeom”

    1. Crossing the Boundary Line:
      A “Gam-jeom” shall be declared when one foot of a contestant crosses the Boundary Line. No “Gam-jeom” will be declared if a contestant crosses the boundary line as a result of a prohibited act by the opposing contestant.
    2. Falling down:
      “Gam-jeom” shall be declared for falling down. However, if a contestant falls down due to the opponent’s prohibited acts “Gam-jeom” penalty shall not be given to the fallen contestant, while a penalty shall be given to the opponent. If both contestants fall as a result of incidental collision, or in case a contestant who received a point with turning kick falls down, no penalty shall be given.
    3. Avoiding or delaying the match:
      1. This act involves stalling with no intention of attacking. A contestant who continuously displays a non-engaging style shall be given a “Gam-jeom”. If both contestants remain inactive after three (3) seconds, the centre referee will signal the “Fight” command. A “Gam-jeom” will be declared: On both contestants if there is no activity from them three (3) seconds after the command was given; or on the contestant who moved backwards from the original position three (3) seconds after the command was given.
      2. Turning the back and move away to avoid the opponent’s attack should be punished as it expresses the lack of a spirit of fair play and may cause serious injury. The same penalty should also be given for evading the opponent’s attack by bending below waist level or crouching.
      3. Retreating from the technical engagement only to avoid the opponent’s attack and to run out the clock, “Gam-jeom” shall be given to the passive contestant.
      4. Pretending injury means exaggerating injury or indicating pain in a body part not subjected to a blow for the purpose of demonstrating the opponent’s actions as a violation, and also exaggerating pain for the purpose of elapsing the match time.
      5. “Gam-jeom” shall also be given to the athlete who asks the referee to stop the contest in order to adjust the position/fit of protective equipment.
    4. Grabbing or pushing the opponent:
      1. This includes grabbing any part of the opponent’s body, uniform or protective equipment with the hands. It also Includes the act of grabbing the foot or leg or hooking the leg with forearm. For poshing, it is permitted as a quick impact and a contestant must disengage from opponent after one push. The flowing acts shall be penalized.
        • – Pushing the opponent with prolonged or continuous contact
        • – Pushing the opponent out of the boundary line
        • – Pushing the opponent in a way that prevents kicking motion or any normal execution of attacking movement
      2. Contestants should be separated following the referee’s “fight” command in clinch position, and if they fail to do so within three (3) seconds, Gam-jeom will be given to the passive contestant or to both contestants. Gam-jeom will be given to the contestant who is grabbing, holding or crossing the arms to opponent’s body in clinch position
    5. Lifting the leg or cut kick motion shall not be penalized only when it is followed by execution of punching or kicking technique in combination motion.
    6. Attacking below the waist:
      This action applies to an attack on any part below the waist. When an attack below the waist is caused by the recipient in the course of an exchange of techniques, no penalty will be given. This article also applies to strong kicking or stamping actions to any part of the thigh, knee or shin for the purpose of interfering with the opponent’s technique.
    7. Attacking the opponent after “Kal-yeo”:
      1. Attacking after Kal-yeo requires that the attack results in actual contact to the opponent’s body.
      2. If the attacking motion started before the Kal-yeo, the attack shall not be penalized.
      3. In Instant Video Replay, the timing of Kal-yeo shall be defined as the moment that the referee’s Kal-yeo hand signal was completed (with fully extended arm); and the start the attack shall be defined as the moment that the attacking foot is fully off the floor.
      4. If an attack after Kal-yeo did not land on the opponent’s body but appeared deliberate and malicious the referee may penalize the behaviour with a “Gam-jeom”
    8. Hitting the opponent’s head with the hand:
      This article includes hitting the opponent’s head with the hand (fist), wrist, arm, or elbow. However, unavoidable actions due to the opponent’s carelessness such as excessively lowering the head or carelessly turning the body cannot be punished by this article.
    9. Butting or attacking with the knee:
      This article relates to an intentional butting or attacking with the knee when in close proximity to the opponent. However, contact with the knee that happens in the following situations cannot be punished by this article.
      • – When the opponent rushes in abruptly at the moment a kick is being executed
      • – Inadvertently, or as the result of a discrepancy in distance in attacking.
    10. Attacking the fallen opponent:
      This action is extremely dangerous due to the high probability of injury to the opponent. The danger arises from the following:
      • – The fallen opponent is in an immediate defenceless state
      • – The impact of any technique which strikes a fallen contestant will be greater due to the contestant’s position. These types of aggressive actions toward a fallen opponent are not in accordance with the spirit of taekwondo and as such are not appropriate to taekwondo competition. In this regard, penalties should be given for intentionally attacking the fallen opponent regardless of the degree of impact

    When misconduct is committed by a contestant or a coach during a rest period, past the five (5) seconds of the round conclusion, the referee can immediately declare the “Gam-jeom” and the “Gam-jeom” shall be recorded to the upcoming round. However, “Gam-jeom” shall be recorded to the previous round if the action happened within five (5) seconds of the round conclusion.

    Article 15 | Golden Points and Decision of Superiority

    1. In the event the winner cannot be decided after 3 rounds, a 4th round (golden round) will be conductedin one-minuteround.
    2. In case of a contest advances to a golden round, all scores awarded during the first three (3) rounds shall be void.
    3. The first contestant scores two (2) or more points or whose opponent receives two “Gam-jeoms” in the golden round shall be declared the winner.
    4. In the event that neither contestant has scored two (2) points after the completion of the golden round, the winner shall be decided by superiority based the following criteria:
      • 4.1 The contestant who received a point by a punch in the golden round.
      • 4.2 If none of the contestant received a point by a punch or both contestants received a point by a punch each in the golden round, the contestant who achieved a higher number of hits registered by the PSS during the golden round.
      • 4.3 If number of hits registered by the PSS is tied, the contestant who won more rounds in first three rounds.
      • 4.4 If number of round won is tied, the contestant who received less numbers of a “Gam-jeom” during all four rounds.
      • 4.5 If the three above criteria are the same, the referee and judges shall determine superiority based on the content of the golden round. If the superiority decision is tied among the referee and judges, the referee shall decide the winner.
    5. In the best of three (3) system, in case of tie score for corresponding round, the round winner hall be decided by superiority based on following criteria:
      • 5.1 Most points scored by turning (reverse) or spinning kick.
      • 5.2 If the technical score is the same, the contestant who has more scored in the order of a higher value techniques as follows (Head, Trunk, Punch, Gam-Jeom).
      • 5.3 If the high value points are same, the contestant who received higher number of hits registered by the PSS.
      • 5.4 If the three above criteria are the same, the referee and judges shall determine superiority.
        1. In case of two (2) corner judges, winner shall be decided by referee and two (2) judges.
        2. In case of three (3) corner judges, winner shall be decided by three (3) judges except referee.

    (Explanation #1)

    Decision of superiority by judges shall be based on technical dominance of an opponent through aggressive match management, the greater number of techniques executed, the use of the more advanced techniques both in difficulty and complexity, and display of the better competition manner.

    (Explanation #2)

    In the event that referee is counting for delivering successful head kick which caused knock down right before the opponent’s body kick but only the latest body kick was registered, the coach of the athlete who delivered head kick may request for video replay. If review jury determines that head kick was valid and performed earlier than body kick, the referee shall invalidate the point(s) scored by body kick, then declare points for head kick, and declare the one who delivered head kick as winner.

    In the event that one athlete who already has one (1) point is delivering successful punch right before the opponent’s body kick but only the latest body kick was registered, the coach of the athlete who delivered punch may request for video replay. If review jury determines that punch was performed earlier than body kick, the referee shall ask whether corner judges were scored or not. If two or more corner judges scored for punch, referee shall invalidate the point(s) scored by body kick, then declare points for punch, and declare the one who delivered punch as winner

    (Guideline for officiating)

    The procedure for superiority decision shall be as follows except for the best of three (3) system.

    1. Prior to the contest, all refereeing officials take the superiority card with them.
    2. When a match is to be decided by superiority, the referee shall declare “Woo-se-girok (Record Superiority)”.
    3. Upon the referee’s declaration, the judges shall record the winner within 10 seconds with their heads down, sign on the card and then give it to the referee.
    4. The referee shall collect all superiority cards, record the final result, and then declare the winner.
    5. Upon declaration of winner, the referee shall hand over the cards to the recorder and the recorder shall submit the cards to the Technical Delegate of World Taekwondo.

    (Guideline for officiating for the best of three (3) system)

    1. When a round is to be decided by superiority, the referee shall declare “Woo-se-girok (Record Superiority)”.
    2. Upon the referee’s declaration, the judges declare the winner simultaneously after the Referee’s count of three (3) by using round winner hand signal facing the head table.
    3. In case of two (2) corner judges, winner shall be decided by referee and two (2) corner judges.
    4. In case of three (3) corner judges, winner shall be decided by three (3) corner judges except referee.
    5. The Review Jury shall record the final result and declare to Operator the round winner.
    6. Upon declaration of winner, the referee shall declare the round or match winner.

    Article 16 | Decisions

    1. Win by Referee Stops Contest (RSC)
    2. Win by final score (PTF)
    3. Win by point gap (PTG)
    4. Win by golden points (GDP)
    5. Win by superiority (SUP)
    6. Win by withdrawal (WDR)
    7. Win by disqualification (DSQ)
    8. Win by referee’s punitive declaration (PUN)
    9. Win by disqualification for unsportsmanlike behaviour (DQB)

    Explanation of Contest Outcomes

    1. Referee Stops Contest (RSC)

    The referee declares an RSC in the following situations:

    • Knockdown: If a contestant is knocked down by an opponent’s legitimate technique and cannot resume the contest by the count of “Yeo-dul,” or if the referee determines the contestant is unable to continue, regardless of the count’s progress.
    • Disregarding Command: If a contestant disregards the referee’s command to continue the match three times.
    • Safety: If the referee recognizes the need to stop the match to protect a contestant’s safety.
    • Medical Stoppage: When the Commission Doctor determines the match should be stopped due to a contestant’s injury.

    2. Win by Point Gap

    A win by point gap occurs when there’s a 20-point difference between two athletes at the completion of the 2nd round, or at any time during the 3rd round. The referee will stop the contest and declare the winner. This rule does not apply to semi-finals and finals in the senior division, as outlined by the tournament rules.

    3. Win by Withdrawal

    The winner is determined by the opponent’s withdrawal in these scenarios:

    • Contestant Withdrawal: When a contestant withdraws from the match due to injury or other reasons.
    • Coach Forfeiture: When the coach throws a towel into the court to signify forfeiture of the match.

    4. Win by Disqualification

    This result occurs due to a contestant’s failure in weigh-in or failure to report to the Athlete Calling Desk after the third call. Follow-up actions vary based on the reason for disqualification:

    • Weigh-in Failure/No-Show: If contestants have not passed or did not show at weigh-in:
      • The result will be reflected on the draw sheet and shared with technical officials and relevant persons.
      • Referees will not be assigned for this match.
      • The opponent of the disqualified athlete will not need to appear at the court to compete.
    • Failure to Appear at Athlete Calling Desk (after weigh-in): If a contestant passed weigh-in but did not appear at the Athletes Calling Desk:
      • The assigned referee and opponent shall enter the Field of Play (FOP) and wait in their position until the referee declares the opponent the winner.
      • Detailed procedures are stipulated in Article 10, Section 4.1.

    5. Win by Referee’s Punitive Declarations (PUN)

    The referee declares a PUN if a contestant accumulates ten (10) “Gam-jeom”.

    6. Win by Disqualification for Unsportsmanlike Behavior (DQB)

    DQB is declared in the following situations:

    • Manipulation: When a contestant or any of their team members is found manipulating sensors or the PSS scoring system.
    • Weigh-in Cheating: When a contestant cheats the weigh-in process.
    • Anti-Doping Violation: When a contestant is found violating the WT Anti-Doping Rules.
    • Serious Infringing Behavior: When a contestant or coach commits serious infringing behavior as described in Article 23.3.1 and 23.3.2.

    All results of contestants who lose by DQB shall be removed, and other contestants’ results affected by the DQB shall be reallocated.

    7. Best of Three (3) System Decisions

    In the best of three (3) system, decisions follow the procedure of Article 16, which includes:

    • 16.1 Win by Referee Stops Contest (RSC)
    • 16.2 Win by Final Score (PTF)
    • 16.6 Win by Withdrawal (WDR)
    • 16.7 Win by Disqualification (DSQ)
    • 16.9 Win by Disqualification for unsportsmanlike behavior (DQB)

    Specific rules for the best of three system:

    • Win by Final Score (PTF – Article 16.2): The match score shall be the sum of the number of rounds won across the three rounds.
    • Win by Point Gap (PTG – Article 16.3): If there is a 12-point difference between two athletes per round, the referee shall stop the contest and declare the winner by point gap for that specific round. This point gap for a corresponding round shall not be applied in semi-finals and finals in the senior division, as outlined by the tournament rules.

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    Folkestone, Kent

    Sunday Class

    Venue: Broomfield Hall, 37 Broomfield Rd, Cheriton, Folkestone CT19 4DJ

    • Seniors Group: 10am – 11am (White belt to Yellow-green belt)
    • Juniors Group: 11am – 12pm (Green belt to Black belt)

    • Car Parking: Parkings are free on the street

    Thursday Class

    Venue: Broomfield Hall, 37 Broomfield Rd, Cheriton, Folkestone CT19 4DJ
    • Mix Group: 5pm – 6pm

    • Car Parking: Parkings are free on the street
    Training fee As From – 1st April 2025
    For your information, we review our training fee every year in January and applied any changes by 1st April.

    Membership & Insurance Fee: £34/year

    Annual membership of British Taekwondo is very reasonable at £30 per year on the top of that Way Taekwondo Club will charge additional cost £4 as an administration cost. Total cost for Annual membership is £34. Please read the Policy & Document.

    Policy & Document

    Payment options at our Taekwondo Club:

    1. Pay As You Go

    What is it?

    Fee must be paid before attending each class.

    2. Monthly:

    What is it?

    Monthly payment offers discounted rates and is not refundable, if you miss any classes, you can make it up on any other day.

    Training Fee’s

  • Pay as you go:
    • Juniors (1 hr lesson): £9.35
    • Seniors (1 hr 30 minutes): £11.50
    • Team Training (30 minutes): Free
    • Monthly fee (Juniors 1 hr lesson):
      • 1 lesson per week for a month: £28
      • 2 lessons per week for a month: £42
      • Unlimited lessons for a month: £56
    • Monthly fee (Seniors 1 hr 30 minutes lesson):
      • 1 lesson per week for a month: £34.50
      • 2 lessons per week for a month: £51.75
      • Unlimited lessons for a month: £69

    Note:
    If you have three members in your family and all want to join, one family member will receive free training.

    Please click this link to choose training fee plans


    KUP Grading Fee (Juniors Belts Exam Fee)
    White belt (10th KUP) – Blue red belts (3rd KUP): £35/Student
    Red Belt (2nd KUP) – Red black belt (1st KUP): £70/student
    Dan Grading Fee (Black Belt Exam Fee)
    1st Kup – 1st Dan: £160
    1st Dan – 2nd Dan: £175
    2nd Dan – 3rd Dan: £195
    3rd Dan – 4th Dan: £260
    4th Dan – 5th Dan: £360
    Way Taekwondo Bank details for payment
    Pay to: Way Taekwondo
    Short Code: 20-02-62
    Account No: 83143783
    Payment Reference: Student ID or Full Name


    Payments Terms and Conditions

    1. Membership Fee:

    i) The Membership fee covers one year and includes accidental injury coverage during training and Way Taekwondo or British Taekwondo (BT)-associated events.

    ii) The Membership fee is non-refundable.

    2. Grading Fee:

    i) The Grading fee is non-refundable.

    3. Missing class:

    i) The training fee is non-refundable if you miss any class.

    ii) If you miss a class, you can make it up on any other day.

    4. Payment System:

    i) Pay-As-You-Go: Fee must be paid before each lesson before attending any classes.

    ii) Monthly: Fee must be paid within the 1st week (1st – 7th) of each month. Monthly fee is not refundable, but you can make it up on any other day

    5. Late Payment:

    If you are late in making payment, you will be charged pay-as-you-go rate.

    Way Taekwondo Bank details for payment
    Pay to: Way Taekwondo
    Short Code: 20-02-62
    Account No: 83143783
    Payment Reference: Student ID or Full Name

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