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As a new student
there are many rules, procedures, and practices that you will
need to learn. It is important that you be very clear on
expectations and procedures for you to become a disciplined
martial artist.
1) Uniforms:
All uniforms need to have the Lone Star Taekwondo logo on the
back of the uniform and be in good condition. All Uniforms need to be
neat and clean with belts tied properly. We suggest that they be
washed and pressed after every class. As a new student you are
required to wear an all white or all red LSTKD Uniform. In the
first few weeks we will evaluate to see whether you qualify for
our Black Belt Club program. If so, you may be allowed to wear a
Black Uniform Top (signifying the Black Belt Club program) -
after acceptance and registration into that program.
2) Punctuality:
It is
very important that you are
on time for your scheduled class times or private lessons. It is
disruptive to the class and disrespectful to your instructors
when you arrive late. Students arriving more than five (5)
minutes late will not be allowed in class.
3) Exams :
All students should test every two months for new belt ranking. The
test date and time will be posted in advance. Testing requirements include: 1) a minimum of 16
lessons since receiving current ranking; 2) respectful attitude
in class; 3) achieving the required physical proficiencies; 4)
loyalty and dedication to the LSTKD schools; 5) satisfactory completion
of "Intent to Promote" form; 6) The
completion of reading requirements and associated written tests.
4) Reading
Requirements
. To achieve
Black Belt there are a variety of reading assignments of
material by respected authors that support our program. As an
orientation student we suggest that the student and / or, parents
read the following books:
"What to Say
When You Talk To Yourself" by Dr. Shad Helmstetter and, "The
Psychology of Winning," by Dr. Denis Waitly. Both are available
by
clicking here.
5) Martial Arts
Discipline and respect :
Always be
respectful to instructors and to other students. All Black Belts
should always be referred to as Mr."____" or Ms."____". Always
answer a Black Belt with "yes, Sir" or "yes, Ma'am." Always bow
to the flags upon entering or leaving the school floor. Do not
wear shoes on the teaching floor (unless approved in advance by
the head instructor.)
6) Black Belt
Club :
Your most
important goal during the first few weeks of your orientation as
a white belt is to qualify for the Lone Star Taekwondo Black
Belt Club. Qualifying is like being accepted into Harvard
University . It is recognition that you are accepted into our
Black Belt family.
7)
www.LonestarTKD.com
. On the
Lonestar TKD web site we have essentially everything you need to
help you follow along in class and support your learning of
the Lonestar TKD curriculum. You will also find student handouts such as discipline cards, book club
cards, job checklists and other support materials. Additionally there
is more information about the history and background of our
school and access to all reading requirements.
8) The Lone Star
TKD e-mail newsletter
. You should
immediately register at www.LonestarTKD.com
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