How to Find a Good Tae Kwon Do Dojang

Tae Kwon Do is a Korean Martial Art. Tae Kwon Do is a great sport to get involved in. You can learn a lot about yourself and life while training in Tae Kwon Do. A Dojang is the place where you train in Tae Kwon Do. Some people call it a gym, but Dojang is the Korean term used because Tae Kwon Do originated in Korea. A lot of life skills can be learned from training in Tae Kwon Do, such as discipline, respect, self-defense, confidence, spirituality and making healthy choices. Tae Kwon Do is something that you need to make a commitment to, and you should expect your instructors and your master to do the same. It should also be a safe place to train. Finding a good Tae Kwon Do Dojang is relatively easy, but there are some specific things you need to look for.

Instructions

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  Ask how much you will be expected to pay for your training and when. Ask about belt test fees, training equipment and your uniform. See if there are any extra fees.

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  Ask who you will be training with. Ask about classes to see if they have separate classes for kids and adults. It is best when they do, because training with a child can slow you down.

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  Compete if you can. Competitions are important in Tae Kwon Do and other martial arts. It helps you really learn the techniques in action. The dojang should have competitions on a regular basis. Not going to competitions can hinder your training.

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  Ask about the other students. These people will be hitting you and training with you. Ask about the screening process for students. If there isn't one, you should walk away.

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  Get a copy of the schedule. Can you come to class whenever you want to, or are you limited to a certain number of classes per week? Can you take private lessons with an instructor? Find the best schedule for you.

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  Train for a day. If the Dojang allows you to train for a day for free, take it. You will get the full experience of what the instructors and students are like. You will also get to experience the physical aspect of the training. This can help you in your decision.

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  Choose the Dojang you feel most comfortable with. It should have a contract, a good schedule, committed and professional instructors.