Student Resources
Official Dojang Rules & Regulations, student conduct guidelines, Korean terminology, and PDF downloads preserved for students and parents.
Dojang Rules & Regulations
All students are expected to uphold these traditional codes of etiquette, respect, and personal discipline both inside and outside the academy.
Respect to Master & Flags
Whenever entering or leaving the Dojang, execute a bow of respect to the Master and the displayed national flags.
Greeting Instructors
Execute a bow of courtesy upon meeting an Instructor or Black Belts.
Uniform in Public
Don't wear your uniform or belt in public, unless you have permission from the Master (Outdoors).
Dobok Cleanliness & Attire
The Dobok must always be clean and complete at all times. White T-Shirt only under Dobok or none. Only Instructor or Master makes exceptions.
Jewelry Policy
Remove all jewelry (rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, watches, etc.) prior to class.
Personal Hygiene
All students are expected to observe a high degree of personal hygiene. Toenails and fingernails must be kept neatly trimmed, and no strong perfumes are to be worn in class.
Office Protocol
All students entering the office must knock at the door, be recognized, bow and enter. When leaving bow and exit.
Class Opening & Closing
All classes must begin and close formally with bows to the flag and Instructor.
Punctuality & Class Entry
Students are expected to be on time for all classes, and must ask for permission to enter or leave a class.
Conduct & Discipline
Profanity, loss of temper, horseplay, loud laughing, and talking or lack of discipline of any type will not be tolerated.
Prohibited Items & Environment
There will be no smoking, chewing gum, eating or drinking in the training area. All Dojang members are responsible for maintenance of a clean and safe environment.
Loitering Policy
No loitering. All students in the training area are expected to be either in practice or in class.
Techniques & Testing Invitations
Students must practice only those techniques that the Instructor teaches them. Do not try to skip ahead. Instructor will test students for belt promotion only upon invitation. Students with prior martial art experience will wear no belt, until Instructor determines the level of knowledge.
Words of Respect & Titles
Students must always use words of respect when addressing Black Belts, the Instructor or Master such as: 'No Sir', and 'Pardon Sir'. The proper title to address the Master is Sah Bun Nim.
Role Modeling
All advanced students are expected to set good examples for the new and beginner students.
Use of Martial Arts
Tae Kwon Do techniques are not to be applied out of the Dojang unless under strict circumstances involving your safety or the safety of others.
Respecting Instructor's Word
Never question or contradict the word of your Instructor.
Approaching Sah Bun Nim
Whenever the Sah Bun Nim is conducting class, no student will approach him directly. Approach the senior Black Belt holder and first ask his permission.
The 5 Tenets of Tae Kwon Do
The ethical foundation guided by Grandmaster Sheroan for all students in everyday life.
Courtesy
Politeness, mutual respect, humility, and consideration towards parents, teachers, seniors, and classmates.
Integrity
Knowing right from wrong, honesty in actions and words, and taking accountability for one's choices.
Perseverance
Overcoming challenges through continuous patience and effort. Never quitting when training or life gets difficult.
Self-Control
Mastery of one's physical actions, emotional impulses, and words both on the dojang mat and in everyday life.
Indomitable Spirit
Courage to stand up for justice and truth without fear, upholding honor no matter the adversity.
Official PDF Downloads
Access and print testing forms, class schedules, and tuition documentation.
Belt Testing Application
Official examination and promotion application required before all belt tests. Includes rank verification and student commitment.
Essential Korean Martial Arts Terms
Tap any term to hear authentic Korean pronunciation. Standard commands spoken during class at Sheroan's Tae Kwon Do Academy.
Korean Pronunciation Guide
Tap any term to hear it spoken aloud. Practice the dojang commands, techniques, and counting just like in class.
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