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CURRICULUM
What are the belt color rankings?
White Belt Yellow Stripe Yellow Belt Green Stripe
Green Belt Blue Stripe Blue Belt Red Stripe
Red Belt Black Stripe Black Belt

What are the color theories for each belt?

White : Signifies innocence. No previous knowledge of Taekwon-Do, as that of a beginner student.

Yellow : Signifies the earth from which a plant sprouts and takes root as the foundation of Taekwon-Do is being laid.

Green : Signifies theplants growth as the Taekwon-Do skills begin to develop.

Blue : Signifies the sky and the heavens, towards which the tree grows as Taekwon-Do training progresses.

Red : Signifies danger, cautioning the student to exercise control, and warning an opponent to stay away.

Black : The opposite of white, therefore signifying a maturity and proficiency in Taekwon-Do and the holder’s imperviousness to darkness and fear.

What are the patterns and their meaning?

 

Chon Ji (19 moves) literally translated means heaven and earth. In the orient, it is seen as creation of the world or beginning of human history, therefore it is the first pattern played by the beginner. It consists of two similar parts, one representing the Heaven and the other the earth. Dan Gun (21 moves) is named after the Holy Dan Gun, legendary founder of Korea in the year 2333 BC. Do San (24 moves) is the pseudonym for the patriot Ahn Ch’ang-Ho (1876-1938). The 24 movements in the pattern represent his whole life, which he devoted to furthering the education of Korea and its independence movement. Won Hyo (28 moves) was the noted monk who introduced Buddhism to the Silla Dynasty of Korea in the year 686 AD. Yul-Gok (38 moves) is the pseudonym of the great philosopher and scholar Yi I (1536-1584 AD) nicknamed the Confucius of Korea. The 38 movements in the pattern refer to his birthplace on 38 degrees latitude and the diagram represents Scholar. Joong-Gun (32 moves) is named after the patriot Ahn Joong Gun who assassinated Hiro-Bimo-Ito, the first Japanese Governor-General of Korea, who played a leading part in the the Korea-Japan merger. The 32 movements in the pattern represent Ahn Joong Gun’s age when he was executed at Lui-Shung prison in 1910.
Toi-Gye (37 moves) is the pseudonym of the noted scholar Yi Hwang (16th Century AD), an authority on neo-Confucianism. The 37 movements of the pattern refer to his birthplace on 37 degrees latitude, and the diagram represents the scholar. Hwa-Rang (29 moves) is named after the Hwa-Rang youth group which originated in the Silla Dynasty about 600 A.D. This group became the actual driving force for the unification of the three kingdoms of Korea. The 29 movements refer to the 29th Infantry Division where Tae Kwon-Do was developed into maturity. Choong-Moo (30 moves) was the name given to the great admiral Yi Soon Sin of the Yi dynasty. He was reputed to have invented the first armoured battleship (Kobukson) which was the precursor of the present day submarine, in 1592 A.D. The reason why this pattern ends in a left hand attack is to symbolise his regrettable death having no chance to show his unrestrained potentiality checked by the forced reservation of his loyalty to the king. Kwang Gae (39 moves) is named after the famous Kwang Gae Toh Wang, the 19th King of the Koguryo dynasty, who regained all of the lost territory and the greater part of Manchuria. The diagram represents the expansion and recovery of the lost territory. The 39 movements refer to the first two digits of the year 391AD, when he came to the throne. Po Eun (36 moves) is the pseudonym of the loyal subject Chong-Mong-Chu (1400) who was a famous poet and whose poem ‘I would not serve a second master though I may be crucified a hundred times’ is known to every Korean. He was also a pioneer in the field of physics. The diagram represents his unbending loyalty to his King and country towards the end of the Koryo dynasty. Gae Baek (44 moves) is named after General Gae Baek, a great General in the Baek Je dynasty (660AD). The pattern represents his severe and strict military discipline.
Eui Am (45 moves) is the pseudonym of Son Byong Hi, leader of the Korean independence movement on 1st March 1919. The 45 movements refer to his age when he changed the name of Dong Hak (Oriental Culture) to Chondo Kyo (Heavenly Way) religion in 1905. The diagram represents his indomitable spirit displayed whilst devoting his life to the prosperity of his nation. Choong Jang (52 moves) is the pseudonym given to General Kim Duk Ryang who lived during the Yi dynasty (14th Century). This patterns ends with a left-hand attack to symbolise the tragedy of his death at 27 in prison before he was able to reach full maturity.

Juche (45 moves) is the philosopical concept that man is the master of everything and therefore decides and determines his destiny. It is said that this idea was rooted on the Baekdu Mountain that symbolises the spirit of the Korean people. The diagram is intended to represent the Baekdu Mountain. 

Ko Dang (39 moves) is the pseudonym of the patriot Cho Man Sik who dedicated his life to the independence movement and education of his people. The 39 movements signify his times of imprisonment and his birthplace on the 39th parallel.

 Sam Il (33 moves) denotes the historical date of the independence movement of Korea, which began throughout the country on 1st March 1919. The 33 movements in the pattern stand for the 33 patriots who planned the movement. Yoo Sin (68 moves) is named after General Kim, Yoo-Sin, a commanding general during the Silla dynasty. The 68 movements refer to the last two figures of 668AD the year Korea was united. The ready posture signifies a sword being drawn from the right rather than from the left, symbolising Yoo Sin’s mistake of following the king’s orders to fight with foreign forces against his own nation. Choi Yong (46 moves) is named after General Choi Yong, Premier and Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces during the 14th century Koryo dynasty. Choi Yong was greatly respected for his loyalty, patriotism and humility. He was executed by his subordinate commanders headed by General Yi Sung Gae, who later became the first king of the Yi dynasty.
Yon-Gae (49 moves) is named after General Yon Gae Somoon, a famous general during the Koguryo dynasty. The 49 movements refer to the last two figures of 649 AD, the year he forced the Tang dynasty to leave Korea after destroying nearly 300,000 of their troops at Ansi fortress.  Ul-Ji (42 moves) is named after General Ul Ji Moon Dok who successfully defended Korea against a Tang invasion force of nearly 1,000,000 soldiers led by Yang Je in 612 AD. General Ul Ji used hit-and-run tactics to destroy a large number of the opposing force. The diagram represents his surname. The 42 movements represent General Choi’s age when he designed this form. Moon-Moo (61 moves)  honours Moon-Moo(Munmu), the 30th King of the Silla dynasty. According to his will, the body was placed in the sea “Where my soul shall forever defend my land against the Japanese.” The 61 movements represent the last two figures of 661 C.E when Moon-Moo came to the throne. So-San (72 moves)  is the pseudonym of the great monk Choi Kyong Ung (1520 to 1604 C.E.) of the Yi dynasty. The 72 movements refer to his age when he organised a corps of monk soldiers with the assistance of his pupil Sa Myung Dang. The monk soldiers helped repel the Japanese pirates who overran much of the Korean peninsula in 1592 C.E. Se-Jong (24 moves) is named after Se Jong the Great, the Korean king who is credited with the development of the the Korean Hangul alphabet in 1443 C.E. The diagram for this form represents the king, while the 24 movements refer to the 24 letters of the Korean alphabet. Tong-ll (56 moves) is the 6th degree black belt form used in Chang Hon Taekwondo, the last of the Chang Hon forms. Tong Il denotes the resolution of the unification of Korea that has been divided since 1945.

 

How long can until a student can progress to the next level of belt?

Progression is determined by the student’s focus and skill not external forces. Minimum requirement of time at belt level increases with each belt color, starting at 3 months.

How old does a child need to be to sign up?

A child can be enrolled starting at 4 years old.  Older teens will be enrolled in the adult class.

If a class is missed, can the student attend another day?

We try to accommodate students who miss classes due to schedule conflicts or illness. Send an email or text to make sure that we have space for you to attend. Please also note that we schedule instructor numbers in advance depending on student class bookings so sometimes it is better to give a few days notice.

Is there a makeup policy?

There is a makeup policy, contact the instructor for more information.

Where can I find instructional how-to videos?

Instructional videos can be found here: https://mightyfist.com/videos-black-belt-patterns/

Costs and Fees
What is the general cost of signing up?

Plans vary.  Trial membership starts at $99 for 6 weeks with classes afterwards built to suit your budget and schedule.

Are there family discounts?

Yes! Families who train together save together.

Are fees tied to the age of the student?

Fees are tied to the child’s belt ranking and number of weekly classes attended.

What is the fee for testing?

Test fees start at $39.

How can I cancel my enrollment?

 Please contact the Dojang by phone or email or speak in person at the front desk to cancel your enrollment.

REGISTRATION AND CLASS INFORMATION
How can I register myself or my child for class?

Registration can be completed online here

You can also visit the Dojang during class hours and sign up in person.

How many classes are there per week?

The weekly class schedule can be viewed here 

How long is each class?

Each class is 45 minutes in length with the exception of Black Belt and Adult classes, which run an hour.

What are the holiday hours?

The Dojang is closed for major holidays.  Please visit the class calendar for more detailed closure days.

SCHOOL INFORMATION
Where is the Dojang located?

MightyFist Dojang can be found at 1072 S De Anza Blvd Ste. A105, San Jose CA 95129 in Clarendon Plaza next to Happy Donuts.

What are the school hours?

Monday-Thursday: 3:45pm – 8:30pm

Friday:  4:30pm-8:30pm

How can I contact the school?

We can be contacted by phone at (408) 725-8083 or by email at admin@mightyfist.com

STORE INFORMATION
Where is the store located?

The Doboks store is headquartered in Cupertino, California, USA in the heart of Silicon Valley.

Can I visit the physical store?

The Doboks store cannot be visited in person, but you’ll find the online store easy to navigate with many sizes available.

What regions does it ship to?

Doboks happily ship all over the world from their American and European-based distribution centers.

What items can be purchased from the store?

You’ll find basic uniforms available, as well as colored belts. For sparring gear, there is kick paddles, kick shields, and full body sparring guards available.  You’ll also find books, bags, flags, and more. For more information, please browse the store.

Where can I find my receipt?

Your receipt will be emailed to the email provided at purchase.  Please check the spam folder before contacting the store about a missing receipt.