Moo Do Kwan Crestwood

Youth Class

Our youth class is for students ages 6 to 12. This class typically focuses on introducing students to the fundamental aspects of the martial art while emphasizing basic techniques (stances, punches, kicks, and blocks), terminology, and etiquette. Students will learn about the importance of bowing, showing respect to instructors and fellow students, and following dojo etiquette. They will also learn about the 5 Tenets of Taekwondo: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-control, and Indomitable Spirit.

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techniques

Techniques combine both the hands and feet for striking, blocking, and defensive purposes. They are taught systematically and progressively as students advance through their training. Mastery of these techniques requires consistent practice, proper form, and attention to detail.

Students are encouraged to always prioritize safety and control when practicing their techniques.

Poomse (forms)

Poomse, also known as forms, are choreographed sequences of movements that simulate defense and attack techniques against imaginary opponents. Poomse is an integral part of training and serves several purposes, including developing technique, balance, focus, and mental discipline.

Gup (color belt) level students must master Kibon, Taegeuk, and Palgwe Poomses for belt level advancement.

Sparring

Sparring is a fundamental aspect of training and competition in Taekwondo. It involves students engaging in controlled combat using a combination of kicks, punches, and defensive techniques. Matches are governed by modified USAT rules. These rules dictate permissible techniques, scoring criteria, penalties, and match duration.

Sparring is only practiced under strict supervision to help mitigate risk of injury.

The 5 tENETS OF tAEKWONDO

[1] Courtesy

Treat others with kindness and respect. In other words, treat others the way you want to be treated.

[2] Integrity

Being totally honest and doing the right thing at all times. Even when no one else is watching.

[3] Perseverance

Never giving up on your goals. Even when something is hard or takes longer than expected.

[4] Self-Control

Control over the mind and body. Controlling your thoughts, emotions and actions.

[5] Indomitable Spirit

Unstoppable in what you believe and do. Standing up for what you believe in, even when others don’t.

Youth Testing Requirements for advancement

Students are expected to meet the minimum testing requirements to be eligible for each promotion. These requirements have been determined by Kukkiwon and Moo Do Kwan Crestwood and consist of stances, techniques, and poomse (“forms”). There are 55 required stances and techniques, and 22 poomse a student must learn to earn their 1st Dan (1st Degree Black Belt). In order to achieve these requirements, students are expected to attend class as often as possible and are encouraged to practice at home frequently. 

Each test builds upon the previous test. Therefore, students are expected to continue practicing techniques from prior exams as well as current testing material. The testing requirements are listed below:

White Belt

1st Yellow Stripe
  • Stances
    • Char-yot (Attention)
    • Kung Ye (Bow)
    • Chun-bi (Ready stance)
    • Front stance
    • Back stance
    • Side stance
    • Horse stance
  • Techniques
    • Regular punch
    • Reverse punch
    • High block
    • Inside middle block
    • Low Block
    • Front kick
  • Poomse (Form)
2nd Yellow Stripe (9th Gup)
3rd Yellow Stripe
Yellow Belt Test (8th Gup)
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Side squat punch
    • Regular double punch (triple punch)
    • Two hand knife block
  • Poomse (Form)

Yellow Belt

1st Green Stripe
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Forearm block
    • Pivot side kick
  • Poomse (Forms)
    • ALL previous
    •  Palgwe Il Jang
2nd Green Stripe (7th Gup)
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Crossover side kick
    • Scoop side kick
    • Reinforced low block
    • Reinforced middle block
  • Poomse (Forms)
3rd Green Stripe
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Front jump kick with movement
    • Eye strikes
    • Backfist
    • Hammer fist
  • Poomse (Forms)
    • ALL previous
    • Palgwe Yi Jang
Green Belt Test (6th Gup)
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Grab throat/
      break jaw
    • Strike throat/
      break nose
    • Roundhouse back kick
  • Poomse (Forms)

Green Belt

1st Blue Stripe
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Roundhouse front kick/roundhouse back kick (in place)
    • Forearm block with front kick
    • Sparrow block (knife hand high block/knife hand strike)
    • Spear hand strike
  • Poomse (Form)
2nd Blue Stripe (5th Gup)
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Forearm block with front kick
    • Reverse punch with front kick
  • Poomse (Forms)
    • Palgwe Sa Jang
3rd Blue Stripe
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Momtong Makki with front kick
    • Double roundhouse kick (low/high) in place
    • Double side kick (low/high) in place
    • Elbow strike/forearm strike
  • Poomse (Forms)
Blue Belt Test (4th Gup)
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Inside (to outside) crescent kick
    • Outside (to inside) crescent kick
    • Double hop side kick
    • Palm press
  • Poomse (Forms)
    • ALL previous
    • Palgwe Oh Jang

Blue Belt

1st Red Stripe
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Pivot back kick
    • Spinning back kick
    • Hook kick
  • Poomse (Form)
2nd Red Stripe (3rd Gup)
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Ax kick
    • Double roundhouse kick (low/high) with movement
    • Double side kick (low/high) with movement
  • Poomse (Forms)
    • ALL previous
    • Palgwe Yook Jang
3rd Red Stripe
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Front kick/back kick
    • Hook kick/roundhouse back kick
    • Roundhouse front kick/roundhouse back kick with movement
  • Poomse (Forms)
Red Belt Test (2nd Gup)
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Front kick/side kick/back kick with movement
    • Side kick/hook kick/roundhouse front kick (in place)
    • Hop side kick/roundhouse back kick with movement
    • X-block (low and high)
    • Mountain block
  • Poomse (Forms)
    • ALL previous
    • Palgwe Chil Jang

Red Belt

1st Black Stripe
  • Stances
    • ALL previous
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Jump side kick in place
    • Jump wheel kick in place
  • Poomse (Form)
2nd Black Stripe (1st Gup)
  • Stances
  • Techniques
    • ALL previous
    • Jump spin crescent kick in place
    • Reverse crescent kick in place
  • Poomse (Forms)
    • ALL previous
    • Palgwe Pal Jang
Black Belt Test

Per Kukkiwon rules, students must be 16 years of age or older to earn a 1st Dan (black belt). Ages 15 and under receive a 1st Poom (junior black belt). See Adult Testing Requirements for details.

All Taeguek videos are from Kukkiwon to ensure that our instructors and students have the most current information for testing.
Palgwe forms are currently not required for Kukkiwon promotion but they are required by Moo Do Kwan Crestwood .

Promotion records

It is important to keep track of all of your promotion records, including activities and events you have participated in or helped with. This is you black belt promotion resume. When you have reached the point in your martial arts career where you are preparing for your 1st Dan (black belt) test, part of your application process is to have a career Taekwondo resume.