Testing Requirements
Taekwondo testing requirements ensure that every belt is earned through skill, discipline, and understanding—not just time spent in class. Clear standards give students goals to work toward, protect the value of each rank, and maintain the quality and integrity of our program.
Aethos Taekwondo
Ste. Anne
Testing Preparation Notice
Everything listed on this form, along with additional material covered in class, may appear on your test. This outline is a guide, not a complete list. Be sure to pay close attention during classes, practice consistently, and ask questions if you are unsure. Your preparation in class will determine your success on testing day.
White Belt
- Yellow stripe
(Must complete TSP* Stage 1 to test)
Kicks: Axe,In-out + Out-in Cresent kick,Front snap,High rise,Round house
Blocks: Low,In + Out forearm, High
Punches: Single,Double,Triple,Twin
Stances: Attention,Ready,Riding,Forward,Walking,At-ease,Back
Patterns: N/A
Yellow Stripe
-Yellow Belt
(Must Complete TSP Stage 2 to test)
Kicks: Axe,In-out + Out-in Cresent kick,Front snap + Jump,High rise,Round house,Side
Blocks: Low,In + Out forearm, High
Punches: Single,Double,Triple,Twin
Stances: Attention,Ready,Riding,Forward,Walking,At-ease,Back
Patterns: Taegeuk 1
Yellow Belt
-Green Stripe
Kicks: Axe,In-out + Out-in Cresent kick,Front snap + Jump,Highrise, Roundhouse + Spin,Side
Blocks: Low,In + Out forearm, High
Punches: Single,Double,Triple,Twin
Stances: Attention,Ready,Riding,Forward,Walking,At-ease,Back
Strikes: Knife,Reverse Knife,Arch, Back fist,Spear
Patterns: Taegeuk 1,Taegeuk 2
Green Stripe
- Green Belt
Kicks: Axe,In-out + Out-in Cresent kick,Front snap + Jump,Highrise,Roundhouse + Spin,Side,Back
Blocks: Low,In + Out forearm, High
Punches: Single,Double,Triple,Twin
Stances: Attention,Ready,Riding,Forward,Walking,At-ease,Back
Strikes: Knife,Reverse Knife,Arch, Back fist,Spear
Patterns: Taegeuk 1,Taegeuk 2, Taegeuk 3
Green Belt
- Blue stripe
Kicks: Axe,In-out + Out-in Cresent kick,Front snap + Jump,Highrise,Roundhouse + Spin,Side,Back
Blocks: Low,In + Out forearm, High
Punches: Single,Double,Triple,Twin
Stances: Attention,Ready,Riding,Forward,Walking,At-ease,Back
Strikes: Knife,Reverse Knife,Arch, Back fist,Spear
Patterns: Taegeuk 1,Taegeuk 2, Taegeuk 3, Taegeuk 4
Blue Stripe
- Blue belt
Kicks: Axe,In-out + Out-in Cresent kick,Front snap + Jump,Highrise,Roundhouse + Spin,Side,Back
Blocks: Low,In + Out forearm, High
Punches: Single,Double,Triple,Twin
Stances: Attention,Ready,Riding,Forward,Walking,At-ease,Back
Strikes: Knife,Reverse Knife,Arch, Back fist,Spear
Patterns: Taegeuk 1,Taegeuk 2, Taegeuk 3, Taegeuk 4, Taegeuk 5
Board Breaking
Blue Belt
- Red stripe
Kicks: Axe,In-out + Out-in Cresent kick,Front snap + Jump,Highrise,Roundhouse + Spin,Side,Back
Blocks: Low,In + Out forearm, High
Punches: Single,Double,Triple,Twin
Stances: Attention,Ready,Riding,Forward,Walking,At-ease,Back
Strikes: Knife,Reverse Knife,Arch, Back fist,Spear
Patterns: Taegeuk 1,Taegeuk 2, Taegeuk 3, Taegeuk 4, Taegeuk 5, Taegeuk 6
Board Breaking
Red Stripe
- Red Belt
Kicks: Axe,In-out + Out-in Cresent kick,Front snap + Jump,Highrise,Roundhouse + Spin,Side,Back
Blocks: Low,In + Out forearm, High
Punches: Single,Double,Triple,Twin
Stances: Attention,Ready,Riding,Forward,Walking,At-ease,Back
Strikes: Knife,Reverse Knife,Arch, Back fist,Spear
Patterns: Taegeuk 1,Taegeuk 2, Taegeuk 3, Taegeuk 4, Taegeuk 5, Taegeuk 6, Taegeuk 7
Board Breaking
Red belt
- Black stripe
Kicks: Axe,In-out + Out-in Cresent kick,Front snap + Jump,Highrise,Roundhouse + Spin,Side,Back
Blocks: Low,In + Out forearm, High
Punches: Single,Double,Triple,Twin
Stances: Attention,Ready,Riding,Forward,Walking,At-ease,Back
Strikes: Knife,Reverse Knife,Arch, Back fist,Spear
Patterns: Taegeuk 1,Taegeuk 2, Taegeuk 3, Taegeuk 4, Taegeuk 5, Taegeuk 6, Taegeuk 7, Taegeuk 8
Board Breaking
Black Belt
Earning a black belt in Taekwondo is the result of years of dedicated training, growth, and commitment. Students must demonstrate strong technical skill in forms, techniques, sparring and breaking, along with a clear understanding of Taekwondo knowledge and principles. Just as important, a black belt represents discipline, respect, leadership, and consistent effort—both in class and in character.