Grading gives every student a clear, structured path forward — from complete beginner through to black belt and beyond, within the TAGB syllabus.
New techniques are introduced at regular intervals and practised in class, before students sit a grading examination to demonstrate what they’ve learned. Passing a grading earns a new coloured belt to mark that progress — and each grading includes theory questions alongside technique, so it’s worth revising your TAGB handbook before test day.
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White
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Yellow
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Green
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Blue
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Red
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Black
What each belt represents
- WhiteInnocence — the beginning student, with no prior knowledge of Tae Kwon Do.
- YellowThe earth, in which the seed of technique is first planted.
- GreenGrowth, as the plant develops and the student’s skills grow with it.
- BlueThe sky the plant reaches toward as it matures, just as training continues to develop.
- RedDanger — a reminder for the student to exercise control, and a caution to opponents.
- BlackThe opposite of white: maturity and proficiency in Tae Kwon Do.
[TODO: confirm the exact grading structure — TAGB clubs often grade in tags/half-steps between the main colours above, plus black belt dan grades. Add grading dates/fees once confirmed.]