Belt Colours

MAIN TAE KWON-DO Programme
There are SIX main belts in the main programme - these are white, yellow, green, blue, red and black. White is the first belt given to the beginner and black is given after progression through the grades. Each colour, with exception of black, has two levels of grade, making ten in total. The color of the belts used is by not simply a random selection of colors to distinguish the different ranks. Each belt color has a meaning symbolizing advancement and increased awareness. The color belt system is also is an acknowledgement of individual personal growth, both inside and outside the dojang. The definition of the belt colours are as follows:

	White	Signifies innocence as that of the beginning student who has no previous knowledge of Tae Kwon-do.
	Yellow	Signifies earth from which the plant takes root and sprouts as Tae Kwon-do foundation is laid.
	Green	Signifies the plants growth as Tae Kwon-do skill begins to develop.
	Blue	Signifies the heaven towards which the plant matures into a towering tree as training in Tae Kwon-do progresses.
	Red	Signifies danger, cautioning the student to exercise control and warning the opponent to stay away.
	Black	Opposite of white, therefore signifying maturity and proficiency in Tae Kwon-do. It also indicates the wearers imperviousness to darkness and fear.

KICKIN' KIDS
There are 8 Kickin' Kids belt colours starting from White through to Red/White Stripe and each have an associated name.