These are a list of frequently asked questions by people interested in learning Taekwondo. We hope to provide you with a general idea on what Taekwondo training is all about.

• What can children gain by learning Taekwondo?
• Why learn martial art?
• How long does it takes to become proficient?
• What will I learn at the primary stage of Taekwondo class?
• Would I be placed in a class with advanced students?
• Will I get hurt?
• Can every black belt be an instructor?
• Who are eligible for classes?
• How do I go about if I decide to join?
• Some clubs require their students to purchase both the body protector and headgear. Is it necessary?? Because it is kind of expensive.
• How much will it cost for the Shin, Forearm and Groin Guard together??
• I am already 23 years old. How are you going to blend me in with the kids??

1.What can children gain by learning Taekwondo?

Learning Taekwondo is a very good way for children to develop the following qualities:

• Teaches one to prioritise objectives and to become organised
• Maturity, self-control and self-defence
• Ability to make rational decisions quickly
• Loyalty and respect for oneself and others
• Self-confidence / High self-esteem
• Perseverance / Diligence
• Poise, positive attitude
• Etiquette, responsibility
• Mental and physical discipline

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2. Why learn martial art?

Many physical, mental and spiritual benefits may be realised:

• Develop balance and coordination
• Increase awareness
• Ability to make rational decisions quickly
• Control weight, tone muscles, increase flexibility
• Teach limitations and discipline
• Increase stamina and endurance
• Develop a more positive attitude
• Become a more productive and well-rounded person

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3. How long does it takes to become proficient?

A student will acquires important skills after only a few lessons and takes only a short time to gain a lot of valuable knowledge. However, it takes many years of hard work to master the art.

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4. What will I learn at the primary stage of Taekwondo class?

A beginner is first taught mental and physical techniques, as well as basic self defence maneuvers. After mastering these basics, he is ready to move on to more advanced aspects of Taekwondo.

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5. Would I be placed in a class with advanced students?

No. You will be placed in a class with other students at your own level and in most cases your age group. You will progress within this group at your own pace and speed.

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6. Will I get hurt?

Under the staff's direct supervision, the students are taught how to control the amount of bodily contact while sparring. This allows rooms for errors and conditioning of good techniques. At no time is a student allowed to use destructive force. This policy ensure safe training and maximum learning for all students.

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7. Can every black belt be an instructor?

No. He/she must complete special training and apprenticeship before the Singapore Taekwondo Federation and Sports Council can certify him as an qualified instructor. The required time to elevate from apprentice to associate instructor is approximately 4 years.

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8. Who are eligible for classes?

Students can begin training Taekwondo from as young as 5 years of age and continue their training well into their eighties. Perhaps the most attractive aspect of the martial art is that each person condition him/herself at his/her own pace. This idea of self-pace rests on the fact that people study the martial art for many different reasons:

• Exercise
• Discipline
• Self-defence
• Competition

Therefore each person must determine for him/herself how much he/she wants to learn, improve and progress.

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9. How do I go about if I decide to join?

Just come for any of the Saturday lessons with your Track Pants
and T-Shirt from 7pm to 9pm. Before the start of the lesson, register
at the main office (Level 1) at Henderson C.C. We will take measurements for the uniform and also brief you on the procedures and steps.

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10.Some clubs require their students to purchase both the body protector and headgear. Is it necessary?? Because it is kind of expensive.

Henderson TKD has sufficient training equipments for every lesson conducted. To purchase the body protector and/ or headgear is optional. Some students may get it due to hygiene concerns.

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11.How much will it cost for the Shin, Forearm and Groin Guard together??

It will cost not more than $40.

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12.I am already 23 years old. How are you going to blend me in with the kids?

Don’t worry about your age. You will not be put together with the kids. In fact we conduct lessons specifically for adults. However it falls on every Wednesday from 7.30pm-9pm.

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