Yellow Belt

Gup: 10th

Symbolism: Oak seed

Meaning: As the oak seed is planted and begins to develop strong roots, it must struggle to reach the surface of the earth where others can see it. The yellow belt represents the student who has developed strong Taekwondo roots, but has unknown potential and requires hard work to develop skills that other can appreciate. Stripes indicate progress toward orange belt.

Orange Belt

Gup: 9th

Symbolism: Pre-emergence

Meaning: As the seedling nears the surface, it reaches the faint light that filters into the earth. It is only a short distance to the surface now. The orange belt represents the student who is almost ready to free-spar. Stripes indicate progress toward green belt.

Green Belt

Gup: 8th

Symbolism: Emergence

Meaning: The seeding emerges from the earth and finds it is one of many saplings that are struggling for survival. into a strong oak tree with many branches and leaves. The green belt represents the student whose Taekwondo skills are emerging and feels proud of his or her skills but who finds that the skills of fellow students are developing just just as quickly are quicker.

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