WMDK Jo Kyo Certification Study Kit 2022
WMDK Jo Kyo Certification Study Kit 2022
Study Kit
Published by the World Technical Advisory Committee | World Moo Duk Kwan®
Acknowledgements
Daymon Kenyon Sa Bom Nim
In appreciation for their dedication and energy in preparing this study kit.
Version: 2022
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Section II 11
Practical Application 11
Practical application: Class warm-up 12
Class management 15
Section III 18
Independent Learning 18
Lesson planning and preparation 19
Introductory lessons 20
Teaching Children 21
Section IV 27
Knowledge Reviews 27
Knowledge Review: White Belt Instructional Guide 28
Thank you for your interest in enhancing your presentation skills for the
instruction of the Soo Bahk Do martial art system in accordance with Moo
Duk Kwan® standards of excellence.
As an instructor, you have many opportunities to influence the lives of countless other practitioners in a
positive manner and the teaching methods presented in this course are intended to further your education and
help you be the most effective instructor possible. The techniques presented here take into consideration
many factors of the student (learner) and will help you inspire students and motivate them to always seek
personal growth and improvement in their training and personal life.
I have reviewed the teaching methodologies presented here and determined them to be fully supportive of the
preservation of the Soo Bahk Do traditional martial art system as intended by Moo Duk Kwan® Founder Hwang
Kee.
The World Technical Advisory Committee has also reviewed and sanctioned the contents of this course. I
encourage you to fully explore the scientifically based concepts that are presented here and to apply them in
your own instruction. They can help you ensure each student has the most enjoyable training experience and
develops the greatest possible appreciation for their role in “The Art and I.”
I wish you the best in your continued dedicated training and your instruction of the Soo Bahk Do martial art as
an instructor certified by the Moo Duk Kwan®.
Much of the content in this Study Kit can be completed electronically, however it is important that you check
with your instructor to find out how they would like to receive your answers: either as a printed document or
as a PDF.
Once you have completed the knowledge review sections, you can print off those sections or email the
completed PDF to your instructor for their review. Use the ‘Jo Kyo certification application cover sheet’ on the
following page as a checklist to ensure that you have completed all the necessary sections.
Postal address:
Country / Federation:
Class management
Kyo Sa Certified Instructor 1-3 Dan Region or Country Authorized to teach Soo Bahk Do.
敎師 Instruct, Teacher
Age 18+
level
Administers Gup Shim Sa.
Kyo Bom Ko Dan Ja Member 4+ Dan Current Ko Dan Ja High level practitioner.
敎範 Instruct, Model
Age 21+
Shim Sa process for all
Successfully teaches classes.
Sa Dan candidates.
Not Kyo Sa May sit on Gup Shim Sa board.
certified
Bu Sa Bom* Sa Bom in training 4+ Dan Completes Kyo Bom Authorized to teach Soo Bahk Do.
副師範 Assist, Teacher,
Age 21+
process if Kyo Sa
Administers Gup Shim Sa.
Model certified, OR current
Kyo Sa certified Ko Dan Ja member Recommends students for
completes Kyo Sa Dan testing.
Possess study kit testing process.
12+ months May sit on Dan Shim Sa board.
Sa Bom Certified Master 4+ Dan Completes Sa Bom Authorized to teach Soo Bahk Do.
Instructor
師範 Age 25+
process at Ko Dan Ja
Administers Gup Shim Sa.
Teacher, Model Shim Sa.
Kyo Sa certified Recommends students for
Dan testing.
Possess study kit
24+ months Under direction of TAC, administers
Dan Shim Sa and Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa.
* Bu is a common term in Korean meaning second in command like “Vice” President. Bu Sa Bom requires a Kyo Sa certification. Any Ko
Dan Ja member may go through the regional Kyo Sa examination process to later obtain Bu Sa Bom certification. Ko Dan Ja candidates
who already have a Kyo Sa certification are automatically eligible for Bu Sa Bom.
• Assisting a certified instructor conducting a class. The assistant’s role is to help with class management
and look to the individual needs of the students in a way that enhances the class without being noticed
(mu sang).
• Teaching a prescribed lesson or section of a lesson under the direction of a certified instructor. The Jo
Kyo’s approach to teaching is to mimic or reflect the certified instructor to begin developing
fundamentals in teaching.
General requirements
• Must be a member in good standing of World Moo Duk Kwan®.
• Loyalty to the Moo Duk Kwan® through their instructor and to its Founder, Hwang Kee and President,
H.C. Hwang Kwan Jang Nim.
• Good record of participation in clinics and other activities conducted on a studio and regional level.
• If over 18 and living in the United States provide proof of completed background check and child safety
training prior to exam.
• Must have attained the rank of 3rd Gup or higher and be at least 10 years of age.
• Minimum of three (3) months teaching experience under the guidance of a certified Sa Bom / Kyo Sa.
• Must be in possession of the Jo Kyo Study Kit for at least 90 days before exam.
• Lead safe and effective warmups—including moo do huri warm up drills—and cool downs.
• Class management awareness (i.e. line discipline, spacing, proper use of targets, belt tying, studio
policies).
• Call basic commands and count in Korean with strong moo do presence.
• Ability to lead sections of a class and demonstrate when called upon by a certified instructor.
• Upon completion, the candidate’s certified instructor will review the Study Kit with the candidate.
Jo Kyo examination
• Candidate will submit the completed Jo Kyo Study Kit to their certified instructor.
• The certified instructor will provide a class environment where the candidate will be assessed on their
ability to lead and teach, demonstrating proficiency in areas including but not limited to the
‘Expectations of performance’ listed on the previous page.
• Certified instructor shall submit the signed Jo Kyo Certification Recommendation Form and completed
practical application logs with their recommendation to their country’s TAC for processing.
Class warm-up
Class # Class type (age / level) Lesson date Verifying instructor name Verifying signature
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Class assistance
Class # Class type (age / level) Lesson date Verifying instructor name Verifying signature
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Class management
Working with your certified instructor, receive instruction on the following technical areas and demonstrate
understanding and proficiency in application.
Holding targets
Belt tying
Studio policies
A second essential measure to create a safe dojang is the protection or removal of any object that could cause
bodily harm. The dojang should be up to code with all local safety regulations and dangerous objects should be
stored safely. Think of the same safety measures you would want in the home for a child.
Lastly, instructors must ensure that all training methods are as safe as possible. There is certainly inherent risk
in martial arts training, however it is up to the instructors to beware of these risks and to minimize them as
much as possible. The Moo Duk Kwan® curriculum for the Soo Bahk Do martial art provides a natural
progression from Cho Bo Ja to Ko Dan Ja, however it is the instructors responsibility to instill safe training
habits within their dojang. Step by step instruction for every technique enables the practitioner to develop
good habits for each individual technique and thus minimizing injury. Teaching advanced techniques to junior
practitioners increases the potential for injury. As instructors we must remember that our goal is to support
every member in the development of their mind, body, and spirit.
Counting in Korean
Korean Sino-Korean
1. Ha Na 하나 Il 일
2. Dul 둘 Ee 이
3. Set 셋 Sam 삼
4. Net 넷 Sa 사
5. Da Sot 다섯 O 오
6. Yo Seut 여섯 Yuk 육
7. Il Gop 일곱 Chil 칠
8. Yeu Deul 여덟 Pal 팔
9. A Hop 아홉 Gu 구
10. Yeul 열 Ship 십
• Introductory lessons
• Teaching children
Class organization
The mental theme should be carried and applied throughout the class instruction. The time allowed for a single
class can be broken down into sections for ease of organization. An example of this is shown below for a typical
45-minute class:
To support the student’s learning process the warm-up, basics and drills ideally utilize and build upon
movements pulled from the class emphasis (which in the example above was one-step sparring).
At the completion of the second Introductory lesson, give the student a quick summary of what you covered,
let them know what to expect for the next lesson, and schedule or confirm the time and date. If they will be
joining your regular classes at this point, confirm their class schedule times and days. Also confirm when their
next class will be.
Introduction
Children's class shouldn't be strict like adult class. Moo Duk Kwan® philosophy of discipline during Soo Bahk Do
training is based on the laws of Nature. We must always have a keen understanding of the laws of Nature.
Children should be accepted as children. It is natural for a child to be treated like one.
2. Useful thinking terms during instruction. Use terms like "front hand" or "back hand" rather than "left
hand" or "right hand". Use terms like "brick wall side" or "mirror side" rather than "left side" or "right
side".
3. Use friendly terms that are familiar to children. Rainbow, Crayon, Choo Choo train etc. It is more
enjoyable for children to apply their imagination into their actions.
4. Count in a faster tempo. As we discussed before, a child's attention span is short and their minds are
very active, therefore they will be disrupted by other things if too much time is spent between counts.
5. Use positive terms. Use positive terms whenever possible and try to avoid negative images such as
“Don't do this", "You shouldn't do that " or "You did it incorrect again."
6. Follow up with your words or any incomplete matters in class. You mentioned to Joe that you would
check on his sidekick during the next class. You must remember to note it and check his sidekick at the
next class.
7. Do not pick on "one" child consistently. Pay equal attention to all children during class. If you see a
child try, even though his/her technique may not meets your expectations, say "Good Joe/Mary ", if
you bring your knee up little higher, it will be even better".
8. Your voice projection and count (Ku Ryong) must be energetic and comes from your "Dan Jun". You
have to be motivated in order to motivate children. Good voice projection, good Ku Ryong, and your
active role is one application to show your motivation.
o Front stance: Walking on railroad tracks, flashlight on knot of your belt, sit on your front leg,
using lines on the floor, etc.
o Back stance: Small stance, walk little by little, sit on your back leg. etc.
o For example, when teaching "Pal Put Gi", children will be confused if you tell them “fist turns
when punching", "shoulder straight when punching" or "aim to your opponent's solar plexus".
You should explain first, one hand out and one hand in, then if it becomes easier for them,
teach them other ones like "fists turns when punching, then pull.
o Let their active mind help make your instruction easier and more motivational for them.
2. Hyung
o Gi Cho Hyung Il Bu seems to be very challenging when teaching young children. Refer to your
White Belt Instructional Guide and keep reminding them “front hand and back hand concept".
o Note: When you're teaching Hyung by the count, avoid having children stay in one position for
a long period while spending more time with one child. You will lose contact with the students
as a group as well as their motivation.
4. Free Sparring
o Back fist and reverse punch. Using front hand and back hand concept when teaching this basic
combination.
o Low block and reverse counter punch against front snap kick.
o Front jump-kick and reverse punch (or back fist and reverse punch).
o Back fist and reverse punch and follow with an optional kick.
o Note: It is important for children to learn proper protocol during sparring for their character
development and safety.
o Use terminology instead of Ki Hap during actual performance by students. For example, with
Pahl Put Gi exercise using "Yong Gi" in two punches, or when exercising kicking with a partner
say "Myung Chi" as students execute a front snap kick to the solar plexus.
7. Discipline
o Discipline is something for children to enjoy through the Moo Duk Kwan® experience of
training in Soo Bahk Do, rather than something you have to do.
o Yong Gi is a mental discipline we are all striving to improve. Explain what Yong Gi means.
Explain what brave energy (courage) means: not hesitating, “Yes, I can” attitude, good body
posture, good Ki Hap, etc.
o Encourage a strong mental and physical attitude (discipline) in their actions with positive
reinforcement.
• Build up a child's positive character utilizing the Moo Duk Kwan® philosophy.
• Experiencing a positive atmosphere during dojang activities through examples set by Instructors and
student members.
Your identity as a Moo Duk Kwan® practitioner of the Soo Bahk Do martial art has been created as a result of
our moo do values. It is therefore appropriate and proper that as an instructor you emphasize and apply these
values in your daily life and in your curriculum of instruction. Five examples of our moo do values, where
they’re found in our training and how they’re important are listed below.
• History of humanity, moo do, Korea, Soo Bahk Do, Moo Duk Kwan®, Federation, your dojang.
• History on the background of hyungs and other achievements, team hyung, pit cha gi image.
• Appreciate the value of where we are in the present by honoring the past that has made it possible for
us to be where we are today.
Tong: govern
• Protocol.
• Dan Bon.
• Uphold the spirit of the original Intent of the Art / strengthening our identity.
• Forming our unique identity through character development and learning the value of each tradition.
• Helps guide our training to meet with the principles underlying the nature of the universe.
• The benefit you and others receive through discipline and respect.
• Discipline is built upon respect and the principles of nature for all things.
Ki Sool – Technique
Ki: skill
Sool: artifice
• Use of Huri.
As an instructor you must be motivated to serve as a role model and edify the positive moo do experiences
that have created your moo do identity to your students, your family and to your local community.
• Teaching children
1. The information found in the White Belt Instructional Guide, as well as all the Moo Duk Kwan®
Instructional Guides, is based on the teachings of Kwan Jang Nim Hwang Kee.
True False
2. The Gup Instructional Guides provide a wealth of information, but it is very important for you to attend
classes for instruction and to train on a regular basis with your certified instructor.
True False
3. The philosophy of the Moo Duk Kwan® belt system for Soo Bahk Do is based on nature. The original
White, Green, Red, and Blue Belt levels are related to the four seasons. The Orange Belt was added in
1975 to add encouragement and motivation for White Belt beginners. Which season does the White Belt
represent?
4. The proper stance is basic to all movement in Soo Bahk Do. Balance and stability are the most important
aspects of any Soo Bahk Do stance.
True False
5. The first stance that a White belt practitioner learns is the Jhoon Bee Jaseh or ready stance. All motion
begins and ends with the Jhoon Bee Jaseh.
True False
6. A Soo Bahk Do student must pay attention throughout their movement to ensure success. Even at the
end of a series of movements it is important to maintain a state of readiness in case something should
happen. Accordingly, all motion starts and finishes in the Jhoon Bee Jaseh. The finish or return position is
also called the Ba Ro Jaseh. What is the purpose of finishing in the Jhoon Bee Jaseh or Ba Ro Jaseh?
Select all that apply:
Jhoon Bee Jaseh or Ba Ro Jaseh allows for a strong finish. A strong finish is important because even
in success if you neglect the last minutes you may fail. It is also the ending that will remain in other
people’s minds.
Jhoon Bee Jaseh or Ba Ro Jaseh preserves the “beauty” of the last moment.
Ba Ro Jaseh represents the “beauty of a good completion” and gives the student an opportunity to
appreciate what they have just finished.
True False
8. The back stance or Hu Gul Jaseh is a defensive oriented stance with the weight of your body toward the
rear leg.
True False
9. In the side stance or Sa Ko Rip Jaseh, the weight of the body is distributed equally on both legs.
True False
10. When turning to the rear (Dwi Ro Tora), a Soo Bahk Do practitioner always looks over the rear leg.
True False
11. A unique aspect of Soo Bahk Do as instructed in Moo Duk Kwan® schools is the emphasis of the proper
use of the hip in both the demonstration and explanation of technique. The proper use of the hip will
help students achieve higher levels of skill in their martial arts training.
True False
12. What are the two types of hip use taught at the White Belt level? Select all that apply:
13. Please translate the following hand techniques (Soo Gi) into Korean:
High block
Middle punch
High punch
Side punch
True False
15. Please translate the following foot techniques (Jok Gi) into Korean:
Round-house kick
16. Form or Hyung training is an important part of all traditional martial arts. Practicing forms allows a
student to develop physical stamina and mental focus while perfecting the ability to perform hand and
foot techniques.
True False
17. Form or Hyung training is considered the “mother body” or essence of all aspects of technique in the
martial arts. To truly study Hyung, there are several aspects that a student must consider and practice.
Which of the following apply to proper Hyung training? Select all that apply:
During Hyung training, one must be concerned with the application and meaning behind each
movement and technique.
A student should seek the meaning behind each movement as well as the interrelationship among
movements.
Each different Hyung or family of Hyung has its own characteristic and personality, just as each
individual student does.
It is acceptable for White Belt students to learn and try to perform higher-level Hyung.
Basic Form 2
Basic Form 3
19. One-Step Sparring or Il Soo Sik Dae Ryun is pre-planned sparring with a partner. Il Soo Sik Dae Ryun helps
students develop what three aspects of their training?
20. Self-defense or Ho Sin Sool teaches a student techniques which can be used to defend themselves in the
event that an opponent grabs them.
True False
21. Ho Sin Sool must be studied with detail to make the pain compliance techniques work.
True False
22. Please translate the following common Korean terms used to conduct class:
Kyung Ret
24. What is the Korean name for the place where students practice Soo Bahk Do?
25. Please translate the Moo Duk Kwan® Eight Key Concepts for Soo Bahk Do training:
In Neh
Chung Jik
Kyum Son
Shin Chook
Wan Gup
1. All students should have the same distances and angles in a proper Soo Bahk Do stance.
True False
3. Number the following stances in order of most stable to least stable (1 = most stable, 4 = least stable).
4. What should the angle be between your front leg and rear leg in a Hu Gul Jaseh?
5. In the defensive use of Kyo Ja Rip Jaseh, normally you would move slightly:
Forwards Backwards
6. When turning to the rear with an outside to inside block, as you turn your weight should shift to your
rear leg.
True False
7. Paying close attention to the instructions for the proper use of the hip will (select all that apply):
8. In preparation for the defensive use of the hip in a Chun Gul Jaseh, you should inhale through your
mouth as the hip is held forward in preparation.
True False
True False
10. When completing a Hu Gul Jaseh with defensive use of the hip, internal tension drops to the front leg
into the completion of the stance.
True False
11. When completing a right-hand Ha Dan Mahk Kee in a Chun Gul Jaseh, your right hip snaps back as your
weight drops into the front leg.
True False
12. Weight drops to the right leg as the right hip snaps forward in the completion of a right leg forward Chun
Gul Jaseh when using:
13. The Korean terminology ‘Teul Oh’ means to twist, as in twist your:
14. Hu Gul Choong Dan Soo Do Mahk Kee should be done (select all that apply):
With the weight on the back leg and the blocking side of your hip held back.
By releasing the arms in a linear motion with the force of the hip action.
15. Please translate the following leg techniques (Jok Gi) into Korean:
Round-house kick
Back kick
17. List the elements which make up the character and personality of a Hyung, and which should be
considered when learning and practicing Hyung.
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11
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19. One-step sparring or Il Soo Sik Dae Ryun helps to develop what three areas:
20. What three things does the physical action of bowing to your partner (Sahng Ho Kan E Kyung Ret) during
partner work practice demonstrate?
22. In Ho Sin Sool (self-defense) Same Side Wrist Grab Il Bon (#1) it is incorrect to pull your wrist back to
release. What is the correct method to release?
23. The colors used on the Moo Duk Kwan® flag (Kwan Gi) are the same as the original colors used in the belt
ranking system. What season does each of the four colors represent and what are their meanings?
25. Please translate the following common Korean terms used to conduct class:
Sa Bom
Yu Dan Ja
Neh Gung
Weh Gung
Shim Gung
Choong Shim
1. List three things a proper warm-up and stretch at the beginning of class should accomplish?
4. Body alignment is important when you stretch. It is best to bend from the:
5. When stretching, the knee should always be directly over the with the pointing
straight and in-line as when walking.
1. Give four examples of class themes (mental concepts) you could apply to a Soo Bahk Do class.
2. Give four examples of a class emphasis (physical application) that you could apply to a Soo Bahk Do class.
3. Give an example of drills you could apply in your class that support you class theme and emphasis for:
Warm-up
Basics
Partner drills
Class theme:
True False
2. The first impression you make with a new student should be exciting and enthusiastic.
True False
3. The first lesson should be longer than a normal class to make sure the student gets a good workout.
True False
Jhoon Bee Jaseh Low block Stretching in front splits Front stance
5. A second lesson should include a review of the materials covered in the first lesson.
True False
6. Provide five examples of material (techniques) you would cover in a typical first lesson:
7. Provide five examples of material (techniques) you would cover in a typical second lesson:
1. Children and adults should be treated the same in terms of Soo Bahk Do instruction.
True False
3. Which of the following are better terms to use when instructing children? (select all that apply):
Right hand Mirror side Brick wall side Front hand Left leg
5. When instructing children, you should count with a tempo as a child’s attention span is
short.
7. When instructing children, you should pay equal attention to all children:
8. What are two examples of terms you can use when teaching a child front stance?
10. Encourage a strong mental and physical attitude (discipline) in the child’s action with
reinforcement.
11. What are five objectives in teaching Soo Bahk Do to children under the Moo Duk Kwan® philosophy?
Iyok: Sa:
Jeon: Tong:
Chul: Hak:
Ki: Khang:
Jon: Kyung:
11. Give three examples of where Discipline / Respect are found in our training.
12. Give three examples of why Discipline / Respect are important in our training.
Ki: Sool:
Candidate information
Name: Date of birth:
Postal address:
Country / Federation:
I confirm that the candidate has completed their Jo Kyo Certification Study Kit, apprenticeship, and
examination, and meets the World Moo Duk Kwan® standards to be certified as a Jo Kyo.
I hereby recommend the candidate for Jo Kyo certification.
Date the candidate successfully completed their Jo Kyo certification examination: