How to Be a Good Taekwondo Student

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Take the oath.

   Each Taekwondo practicing ground/hall should take an Oath either in English or local language as per the following:
   We solemnly affirm that we shall be ready to maintain sovereignty and unity of the Nation in the disciplined way.
   
   We shall not take part in any illegal activities.
   
   We always be ready to save the people in guard and poor.
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   Step 2: Show courtesy and respect to the instructor and all other students at all times.

   Black belts should be referred to as 'Sir' or 'Ma'am'.
   
   At the end of any exercise where you have worked with a partner or group, you must bow to your partner or to the members of your group and say 'Thank you'.
   
   Courtesy is a key part of Taekwondo. ,,, 'Fall Seven times, stand up eight'. , Listen to your body.
   
   If you are injured, take some time off and come back when you are ready. ,,, Watch other students and pick up tips. , Just ask nicely, be polite and remember to thank them for their time. ,,,, Dehydration can seriously affect your performance. , Go over all the patterns every week to keep them fresh in your mind. , Don't forget to stretch AFTERWARDS!
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   Step 3: Be honest at all times in your study of Taekwondo

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   Step 4: not only to your instructor and your fellow students

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   Step 5: but also to yourself.

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   Step 6: Persevere: exercises are often tough and there will many times when you want to give up

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   Step 7: but to persevere is to carry on regardless.

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   Step 8: Adopt an indomitable spirit: it is likely that you will suffer set backs at some point during your practice of Taekwondo

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   Step 9: but it is important not to let these put you off.

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    Step 10: Be sensible: don't overtrain or try to continue with an injury.

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    Step 11: Train regularly: at least three times a week to get the most out of it.

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    Step 12: Grade whenever possible: don't miss a grading

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    Step 13: prepare yourself properly and be ready for it on time.

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    Step 14: Compete in tournaments: put your skills to the test against new people.

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    Step 15: Ask Black Belts to help: in most Dojangs

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    Step 16: the black belts are friendly and more than willing to help you

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    Step 17: whether you need to go over your form

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    Step 18: kicking

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    Step 19: or blocks.

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    Step 20: Pay your training fees on the day they are due

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    Step 21: and make sure your license and club membership are up to date.

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    Step 22: Do extra exercise outside your Taekwondo classes to build fitness

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    Step 23: strength and flexibility

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    Step 24: Eat sensibly: make sure your diet is high in protein for muscles and carbohydrates for energy (especially on training days).

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    Step 25: Drink water: before

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    Step 26: during and after training.

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    Step 27: Practice everything you are taught.

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    Step 28: Be sure to warm up and cool down.

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