2021-2022 USCDKA Taekwondo Handbook

U.S. Chung Do Kwan Association

2021-2022USCDKA Taekwondo

HandbookUpdated 9/01/2021

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4

General Competition Guidelines � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6

Traditional Forms/Poomsae Competition � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 10

Xtreme Competition � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 15

Synchronized Forms competition � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 19

Speed Kicking Competition � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 20

Point Sparring Competition � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 21

The National Point System � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 26

Hand Signals � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 28

RuleBook

2021-2022 USCDKA Handbook General Competition Guidelines

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INTRODUCTIONPURPOSE

The primary purpose for encouraging our members to participate in sanctioned USCDKA tournaments are as follows:

Tournaments hold a very special place in the heart of the USCDKA Founders, Grandmasters Edward and Brenda Sell. During the pioneer days of Taekwondo in the United States, it was tournaments that challenged the skill and character of the competitor. Over the years, politics and inconsistent rules caused many schools to totally eliminate tournaments from their required curriculum. Consequently, many of our students would miss the benefits of challenging themselves under pressure that only competition can provide. We’re de-termined to provide our USCDKA family with a safe, secure, family friendly environment to recapture the benefits of tournaments. Your priority of participation in sanctioned events as a competitor and/or official are greatly appreciated and help us achieve those goals.

1. To develop and implement a consistent, standardized application of rules and regula-tions throughout the United States Chung Do Kwan Association. 2. To provide a fun, safe, and secure, family environment for our USCDKA students to com-pete.3. To develop brotherhood and sisterhood amongst our members through legitimate competition.4. To challenge each competitor and officials to develop higher level of personal excel-lence through competition.

FAMILY MEMBERS

Parents, spouses, and family members are very important to the competition. Their role is to be supportive and reinforce good sportsmanship. Sr. Instructors and Coaches have the responsibility of preparing them for competition to model good sportsmanship.

A Word About Sportsmanship

We cannot guarantee that the judges and referees are perfect or score the way that those not in the ring would perceive a score to be. There will always be times when a person feels that he or she should have won but didn’t, and times when maybe he or she should have, but the human factor in judging was faulty. But, tournaments will always have this factor present. Knowing this, each of us competes with the mind-set that doing MY best is the most important reward in competition. Competition is NOT just about technique, but also about self-control and respect. Derogatory remarks about the referees, coaches, and even opponent(s) is not appropriate.

However, what we can guarantee is that every tournament official is doing his or her best to provide fairness in scoring. At all times, appreciation of the judges, referees and tourna-ment officials are to be acknowledged. Sr. Instructors are encouraged to serve as referees and judges, and to train other staff members to coach and get experience in the ring as officials prior to the events so that our “best eyes” are in the ring scoring the competition, rather than on the sidelines.

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Members, parents, and guests attending these tournaments are expected to be support-ive in actions and words. Derogatory remarks will be considered disrespectful and will be dealt with appropriately. This behavior could result in a warning or deduction of points to the competitor. As always, the customs and courtesies taught in class are expected to be practiced at all times. Be a finder of GOOD things.


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GENERAL COMPETITION GUIDELINES

Article I. Duties Of USCDKA Officials I�A� General Guidelines

The role of every tournament official is to encourage and motivate, NOT to teach. Every competitor, spectator, and official should always feel welcome and at home. Be friendly! We are a family that is working together for a common goal: to provide a safe, secure, family environment for our USCDKA members. Treat all students as if they are your own. Look after the best interest of all competitors. The best judges and referees are the ones who state their honest opinion and do not hold back. You may make mistakes, but learn from them. Keep in mind the criteria for judging. Don’t be swayed by your emotions or sympathy for a competitor. Be fair and objective. These are some of the keys that will provide quality competition for our USCDKA family

Article II. Judging Levels And Certifications II.A. Tournament Director

Red ShirtA USCDKA Sr. Instructor or Master who has been approved to host the sanctioned tournament or is appointed as a director at that event. The USCDKA shall recognize the following as Certified Tournament Judging requirements:

II.B. Division I Referee (Center Official)Gold ShirtMust be a certified 4th Dan or higher in good standing with the Kwan’ Jang. Eligible to center referee for all divisions. Must have held Division II Referee certification for at least one year and served in a minimum of two USCDKA sanctioned tournaments in order to be eligible to upgrade. Minimum age: 18 yrs. old.

II.C Division I Referee (Center Official)Gold ShirtMust be a certified 3rd Dan or higher in good standings with the Kwan’ Jang. Eligible to center referee for all gup rank competition. Must have held Division I Judge certification for at least one year and served in a minimum of two USCDKA sanctioned tournaments in order to be eligible to upgrade. Minimum age: 18 yrs. old.

II.D. Division I JudgeBlack ShirtsMust be a certified 2nd Dan or higher in good standing with his or her Senior Instructor. Eligible to corner for all divisions. Must have held Division II Judge certification for at least one year and served in a minimum of two USCDKA sanctioned tournaments in order to be eligible to upgrade. Minimum age: 13 yrs. old.

II.E. Division II JudgeBlack ShirtsMust be a certified 1st Dan or higher in good standing with his or her Senior Instructor. Eligible to corner for all gup rank competition. Minimum age: 13 yrs. old.

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II�F� CoachBlue ShirtsThe USCDKA shall certify all coaches. When your competitor is in the sparring ring your job is to simply keep them pumped up and in the match. Knowing what is happening in the ring is a vital part of this. Make sure you understand the rules and how the ring is handled. The position of coach is NOT to evaluate or criticize the officials. We are a team working together for the benefit of our members. Respect includes learning how to both win and lose gracefully.

During the sparring match, only ONE coach will be allowed at ringside. Coaches must stay in their assigned seats. If more than one coach is at ringside, the match will be stopped. The Sr. Instructor will be notified and the additional coaches on the floor will be in jeopardy of losing their coaches passes. The tournament director, if it is determined that they are consistently or deliberately in violation of the one coach rule, may confiscate their coaches passes and remove them from the competition floor. Coaches may encourage their competitors but cannot interfere with the match. Any interference on the part of the coach will cost the competitor a full point deduction. The coach may not use foul language or any language that may be demeaning to any competitor or official. Any infraction by the coach will result in his or her competitor receiving a full point deduction. If one of the two competitor’s does not have a coach and a coach cannot be provided,then neither competitor may have a coach.

Coaches must:II�F�1� Be at least 14 years old.II�F�2� Be certified by the USCDKA.II�F�3� Wear an official USCDKA Coaches shirt.

Article III. Uniforms, Safety Equipment & Weapons III.A. Uniform

Basic guideline is the official Uniform Code according to Forces of Taekwondo and the Sr. Instructor SOP’s.

Traditional White Toe-balkAn Official USCDKA uniform is required for all tournament events.An official traditional uniform MUST:III�A�1� Be a white V-Neck pullover style top with matching white pants.III�A�2� Instructors MAY wear Black Pants.III�A�3� Masters MAY wear Black Pants or Masters Uniform.III�A�4� National Championship Uniforms.III�A�5� Have an official USCDKA patch.An official traditional uniform MAY include the following:• Toe-chong patch.• Sr. Grandmaster Edward B. Sell Memorial Patch• Country Flag Patch• Uniform Lettering:

• If the To-balk is lettered, the lettering must be in compliance with USCDKA standards according to Forces of Taekwondo and the Sr. Instructor SOP’s.

• No alterations of patches and lettering is allowed. • 4th Dan’s or higher MAY wear the Official USCDKA Master’s pants.


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• Undershirts are REQUIRED for all female students and must be white or the color of the belt. Male students are optional with the same criteria.

• Other Patches Allowed Are:• BLACK BELT CLUB• LEADERSHIP CLUB• SWAT• STORM• DELTA• DEMO TEAM• COMPETITION TEAM• SCHOOL PATCHES (INCLUDING STARS, AWARDS, ETC.)

III.B. Shoes

CompetitorsTaekwondo floor shoes are permitted when competing in forms.

OfficialsThe only shoes acceptable to wear are floor shoes, or white or black closed toe shoes. (no boots, slides or sandals)

III.C. Competitors Appearance During CompetitionThe following is a guide for proper appearance while competing at an USCDKA Tournament:III�C�1� During the competition, competitors will wear clean, pressed USCDKA uniforms.III�C�1� A competitor may roll the sleeves of the traditional white uniform only during creative or xtreme competition.III�C�2� An USCDKA patch is required on each uniform for competitors.III�C�3� All other lettering, striping, and patches must be in good repair and positioned according to USCDKA guidelines.III�C�4� NO JEWELRY is allowed once a student puts on their uniform or during competition. This includes watches, rings, earrings, or other piercing (male or female), necklaces, etc. Wedding rings may be worn if taped or the stone turned toward the palm as well as medical bracelets and mandated religious medals This is for the safety of the wearer as well as other competitors.III�C�5� Fingernails and toenails should be trimmed for safety as well.

III.E Safety EquipmentThe following safety gear is required by all competitors in a sparring competition:

Color BeltsIII�E�1� Dipped foam hand pads (all finger joints must be covered when a fist ismade).III�E�2� Dipped foam foot pads (back of heel & all toes must be covered).III�E�3� Dipped foam headgear.III�E�4� Red/Blue WT (World Taekwondo) chest protector (Hogu) It must cover all ribs andSternum and be worn over the uniform top.III�E�5� Mouthpiece.III�E�6� Groin protector (cup and supporter) for males (NO age exceptions / MUST

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be worn under Uniform pants).

III�E�7� All gear MUST be in good repair. (Torn, taped, or worn out gear will NOT be allowed). No one, including Instructors or parents, can give permission to alter the rules pertaining to the use and wearing of safety gear. A competitor who does not have all of his/her proper equipment may borrow from another competitor or purchase the equipment at the event if possible, however, it is not required that one student lend another student his/her gear.

III�E�8� Black Belt competitors have the option of substituting the USCDKA required gear described above with WTF Approved padded shin/instep and WT (World Taekwondo) approved padded hand gear. Sparring shoes will not be allowed.

III.F. Types Of Weapons

The weapons defined below are shown based on the usage at USCDKA events:

III�F�1� Color Belts May choose the following types of competition weapons:

• The use of single bo is allowed.• The use fan is allowed.• The use of Nunchuku is allowed.• The use of kamas is allowed.• No homemade weapons MAY be used.• The use of safety weapons are allowed (foam weapons)• No others MAY be added

III�F�2� Black BeltsMay choose the following types of competition weapons:

• Any weapon from within the entire “Chung Do Xtreme” curriculum.• The use of single & double swords is allowed.• The use of single & double Bo Staff is allowed.• The use of Nunchuku is allowed.• The use of Fan is allowed.• The use of Kali Sticks are allowed.• No homemade weapons MAY be used.• No others MAY be added

2021-2022 USCDKA Handbook Traditional Forms

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GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR TRADITIONAL FORMS/POOMSAE COMPETITION

Article I. Competition Shall Be Divided by Age & Belt in General.I.A. Under black belt athletes may compete with their required form according to Forces of Taekwondo curriculum and one form below . Athletes competing with a form outside the range either higher or lower will be ask to do an eligible form or be disqualified. (See III�E� Criteria of Scoring)

Age Group Devision Belt Devision Form (Poomsae)

5 and under Mini Pee Wee Mini Peewee Star Block Set, Keibon 1, Keibon 2 & Keibon 3

6-9 years old Pee Wee BeginnerYellow, Gold & Orange

Star Block SetKeibon 1 - 3

Taeguek 1 - 3

10-13 years old Junior IntermediateGreen, Purple & Blue Taeguek 3 - 6

14-17 years old Teen AdvancedRed, Brown Taeguek 6 - 8

18-34 years old Adult 1st Gup - 1st Dan Taeguek 8 - Dalee Hyung Ee Chong

35-44 years old Senior 2nd Dan Koryo - Basai

45-54 years old Executive 3rd Dan Koryo - Dalee Hyung Sa Chong

55+ years old Platinum 4th Dan Koryo - SipJin5th Dan Koryo - Jitae6th Dan Koryo - ChongKwan7th Dan Koryo - Hansoo

8th - 9th Dan Koryo - Ilyoo

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Diagram (Not To Scale)

Note: This is the suggested ring setup. Adjustments can be made as needed as long as integrity of competition and safety of participants is not compromised.

II.B. Number Of OfficialsII�B�1� Five USCDKA Certified Black Belts will serve as judges.II�B�2� One Score Keeper.II�B�3� For score keeping purposes:

• Seating order of the officials is shown on diagram on page 11• Highest ranking certified judge is #1(center judge), lowest ranking is #5

II�B�4� Once assigned to a ring, the judges cannot leave that ring until the division is complete and approval is given by the Head of Referees.

II.C. Method of scoringII�C�1 Judges shall simultaneously lift the appropriate/official scorecard at the command of the center judge so that the audience can see that each score was determined independently.II�C�2. The scorekeeper shall read the scores from left to right allowing each official to verify his or her score


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II�C�3. Scores range between 5 to 10 points with decimal increments from .0-.9.II�C�4. The median score for under black belt (gup) should be 7.0 pts, black belt competition median score is 8.II�C�5. The competitor’s score is the sum of the middle three scores. The highest and lowest scores of the five judges are eliminated.II�C�6. In the case of a tie, the center referee re-checks the scorekeeper’s calculations, adds back in the two scores that were eliminated, and compares the new totals to break the tie. This is done only for those competitors that have tied. The relative finishing place of the other competitors shall not be changed.II�C�7. If the tie is still not broken, the contestants that are tied repeat their forms side by side. The judges do not award a new score, but indicate the winner by simultaneously lifting right or left hands toward that competitor.II�C�8. In the case of a three-way or more tie, after the above attempts to break the tie, a conference of the judges is called and the order of finish is determined by majority rule. (Note: the probability of having multiple ties that cannot be resolved prior to a judge’s conference is extremely small.)II�C�9. Point Deduction: In the event a competitor totally forgets his or her form, have him or her start the form over. Each judge must then deduct 1 full point from the score that would have been awarded to the second attempt if there had not been a restart. Each restart receives a full point deduction, however, in no case can a competitor receive less than a “5.” (Example: the competitor forgets the form and must start over. After completing the form on the second attempt, the judge feels the form scored an 8. He or she would then score the form a 7 because of the re-start. Note, the judge deducts the point from his or her score; not the scorekeeper. Remember, a full point is deducted from the final score only if they must start over.)

Judges Note: After the completion of the form, the center referee stands at attention facing the judges. In a loud voice so that the audience can hear, the official says, “Judges, 1 point deduction for starting over. Please remove 1 point from the competitors score that you display. Thank you.”

III.E. Criteria Of ScoringIII�E�1� When judging this event, be sure you know the approved way of performing the form. Some of the traditional black belt forms have exaggerated stances; therefore, if you judged the form based on the basic stance, your score would be wrong.III�E�2. All form competitors must perform a traditional form recognized by the USCDKA. Forms performed must be within the range listed in the chart in Article I.A. of the Forms Section of this rulebook. III�E�3� Under black belt athletes may compete with their required form according to Forces of Taekwondo curriculum and one form below . Athletes competing with a form outside the range either higher or lower will be ask to do an eligible form or be disqualified.

EXAMPLE: A Orange Belt will be allowed to compete with taeguek Ee Chong or Taeguek Som Chong).

• Black Belts athletes any form from Koryo up to their required testing form.

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EXAMPLE: A 4th Dan will be allowed to compete with any black belt form up to sipjin.

Note: Keep in mind that the Chung-Do Kids and some of the children curriculum varies from the textbook. (Children’s curriculum is in the current edition of the Forces of Taekwondo textbook.) If in doubt about the legality of the form, the center referee should question the student or Sr. Instructor regarding their required curriculum.

• If there are less than three competitors, a division may be combined with another with final approval from tournament director.

• While judging, all officials should be watchful of lines, angles, focus, power, enthusiasm, and precision applied by each contestant. As the Kwan’Jang has stated many times, “Poomsae is a language of movements that should tell an exciting story!” What story are you hearing?

- Lines = 6-point check- Angles = bend in the major joints, body posture- Focus = striking line, point of contact, eye contact- Power = timing, shifting body weight, push/pull, giyup.- Precision = theory of movement, stances, direction of force, and detailed application of technique.- Enthusiasm = Show excitement and some emotion and perhaps some charisma.- Customs, courtesies, respect, and confidence are also factors in the final score.

• Wrong moves or techniques need to be judged for consistency to determine if the competitor was taught wrong or if he or she actually forgot the correct move.

• Special consideration should be given to young children (6 and under). Judging should be influenced by the amount of power and enthusiasm and not primarily memorization of any form in particular.

• The role of an official is not only to judge, but also to encourage and motivate. Note, it is not the responsibility of the official to “break ties.” The ties are broken by the scores. Score what you see.

• All competitors are scored equally. The U.S. Chung Do Kwan scoring system for tournaments was designed to correspond to the testing scoring system.

• Officials should NEVER score a competitor lower because they are first to compete. Since we all are from the same association, we know what an average score looks like.

- There are times when several competitors will receive the same score from an official. However, with the decimal system, this should not be common. The sum total of the officials declares the champion; it is not the responsibility of individual judges.


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RING # 1 DIVISION: Master CENTER JUDGE Master Annika Thomas

1ST PLACE Amanda SCHOOL Fast Kicks Academy

2ND PLACE Magan SCHOOL Sell Team Academy

3RD PLACE Trinity SCHOOL Courageous Kicks

NAME #1 #2 #3 #4 #5TOTAL PLACE

Amanda 9 8.5 8.5 8.5 9 26 1st

Charlie 8.2 8.5 8 7.5 8.5 24.2

Magan 8 8.5 8 9 9 25.5 2nd

Justin 7.5 8 7.5 9 8 23.5

Trinity 8 8.5 8 8 9 24.5 3rd

RING # 2 DIVISION: CENTER JUDGE

1ST PLACE SCHOOL

2ND PLACE SCHOOL

3RD PLACE SCHOOL

NAME #1 #2 #3 #4 #5TOTAL PLACE

Amanda

Charlie

Magan

Justin

Trinity

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2021-2022 USCDKA Handbook Xtreme Competition

GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR XTREME COMPETITION

Article I. Open Creative Forms

I.A. Open Creative Forms gives the student the freedom to create their creative forms to show off their abilities and love for taekwondo. Only traditional techniques, no movements outside of Taekwondo are permitted.

I.B. The competitors should use the materials taught in Traditional Taekwondo and Chung Do Xtreme Forms to “create” their own form which enhances their strengths as a martial artist. The most simple guideline to follow is that if the basis of the technique is not taught in Taekwondo forms, then it should not be used in a student’s presentation. There are no rolls, floor splits, kip-ups, cart-wheels, or other gymnastic type techniques taught in Traditional Taekwondo forms . Hence, they are not allowed in open creative competitions. The key to this guideline is the term “basis of the technique”. A student who learns an inside crescent in class may use that technique to perform a jump inside crescent. Scissor kicks (Jumping Front kick, Sidekick in the air at the same time), triple(side-twist- round) kick and quadruple (side-twist-round-side) kicks are allowed. All of these techniques are the result of combined basic kicking techniques taught in Taekwondo. If a competitor feels that technique is questionable, he/she should ask their Sr. Instructor clarification before inserting it into their routine.

The Chung Do Xtreme Forms Series are the baseline for developing your Open Creative Forms.

I.C. The Chung Do Xtreme Levels 1 & 2 are allowed and can be done exactly as taught on the USCDKA videos with the freedom to do as many modifications as deemed necessary to maximize your forms presentation.

I�D� The following techniques are not allowed:I�D�1� No movements with greater than 360-degree turn or twist in the air.I�D�2� No Butterfly Kicks.I�D�3� No intended movements where the head is below the waist (leaning to kick high is acceptable).I�D�4� No rolls, kip-ups, cartwheels or other gymnastic type movements.

I�E� The following techniques are allowed:I�E�5� Multiple traditional kicks are allowed.I�E�6� Multiple spinning kicks are allowed as long as the do not exceed the 360-degree rotation rule. Each kick must have a distinct separation and landing between kicks.


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Article II. Open Creative Weapons

II.A. Open Creative Weapons gives the student the freedom to create their creative weapon forms, to show off their abilities and love for forms. In addition to traditional form criteria, judging is based on the use, manipulation and control of the Weapon.

II�B� The following techniques are not allowed:II�B�1� No movements with greater than 360-degree turn or twist in the air.II�B�2� No Butterfly Kicks.II�B�3� No intended movements where the head is below the waist (leaning to kick high is acceptable).II�N�4� No Rolls, kip-ups, cartwheels or other gymnastic type movements.Competitors may not combine any weapon types (example: they cannot use one Kama and one Nunchuku).Dropping of the weapon.II�B�5� No striking of the mat

II�C� The following techniques are allowed:II�C�1� Multiple traditional kicks are allowed.II�C�2� Multiple spinning kicks are allowed as long as the do not exceed the 360-degree rule. Each kick must have a distinct separation and landing be-tween kicks.II�C�3� Body, neck and finger rolls are allowed as long as the weapons stays in contact with the bodyII�C�4� May include only ONE release of the weapon.

II�D� The Chung Do Xtreme Weapons Series are the baseline for developing your Open Creative Forms.

The Chung Do Xtreme Levels 1 & 2 are allowed and can be done exactly as taught on the USCDKA videos with the freedom to do as many modifications as deemed necessary to maximize your forms presentation.

Article III. Xtreme Forms

III�A� Xtreme Form Competitions are a “free style” performance that allows the mix of traditional and contemporary martial arts techniques. The USCDKA xtreme division category for forms and weapons competition is based in traditional Taekwondo but allows for non-traditional movements spanning all martial arts styles and disciplines whereas the USCDKA basic xtreme division categories do not. Competitors are free to create their choreography based where martial arts techniques and combinations carry the highest value over non-martial arts techniques such as gymnastics, acrobatics, and dance.

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The Chung Do Xtreme Forms Series are the baseline for developing your Open Creative Forms.

III�B� The Chung Do Xtreme Levels 3 & 4 are allowed and can be done exactly as taught on the USCDKA videos with the freedom to do as many modifications as deemed necessary to maximize your forms presentation.

III�C� The Advanced Xtreme Weapons divisionIII�C�1 Inversions are allowed

Article IV. Xtreme Weapons

IV.A. Xtreme Weapons gives the student the freedom to create their xtreme weapon forms, to show off their abilities and love for forms. In addition to traditional form criteria, judging is based on the use, manipulation and control of the Weapon.

IV.B. The Chung Do Xtreme Weapon Series are the baseline for developing your Open Creative Forms.

The Chung Do Xtreme Levels 3 & 4 are allowed and can be done exactly as taught on the USCDKA videos with the freedom to do as many modifications as deemed necessary to maximize your forms presentation.

IV.C. The Xtreme Weapons divisionIV�C�1� Releases are allowedIV�C�2� Inversions are allowedIV�C�3� Plus everything allowed in the basic xtreme divisions.

IV.D. The weapons defined below are shown based on the usage at USCDKA events:

IV.E. Color Belts May choose the following types of competition weapons:

IV�E�1� The use of single bo is allowed.IV�E�2� The use fan is allowed.IV�E�3� The use of Nunchuku is allowed.IV�E�4� The use of kamas is allowed.IV�E�5� No homemade weapons MAY be used.IV�E�6� The use of safety weapons are allowed (foam weapons)IV�E�7� No others MAY be added

IV�F� Black BeltsMay choose the following types of competition weapons:

IV�F�1� Any weapon from within the entire “Chung Do Xtreme” curriculum.IV�F�2� The use of single & double swords is allowed.IV�F�3� The use of single & double Bo Staff is allowed.IV�F�4� The use of Nunchuku is allowed.IV�F�5� The use of Fan is allowed.IV�F�6� The use of Kali Sticks are allowed.


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IV�F�7� No homemade weapons MAY be used.IV�F�8� No others MAY be added

Article V. Keibon Open Hand

V.A. Keibon Open Hand Forms are defined as an event involving an individual performing a pre-arranged series of empty-handed movements. Keibon Xtreme’s were created by Master Happy Kierstead to give a student a foundation in techniques as an introduction and transition into the Chung Do Extreme and Weapons Forms. Keibon Xtreme must be done according to the USCDKA curriculum videos.

V.B. No Age Requirement. White - Orange Belt, Intermediate 13 and under. Green-Blue Belt.

Article VI. Keibon WeaponsVI.A. Keibon Weapon Forms are defined as an event involving an individual performing a pre-arranged series of movements that include the use of a clearly identified weapon. Keibon Xtreme’s were created by Master Happy Kierstead to give a student a foundation in techniques as an introduction and transition into the Chung Do Extreme and Weapons Forms. Keibon Xtreme must be done according to the USCDKA curriculum videos.

VI.B. No Age Requirement. White - Orange Belt, Intermediate 13 and under. Green-Blue Belt.

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2021-2022 USCDKA Handbook Synchronized Competition

GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR SYNCHRONIZED FORMS COMPETITION

Article I. Sync Traditional Forms

I�A� Synchronized Traditional Forms are defined as an event involving an 2-8 athletes working in a cooperative joint effort with the majority of techniques being executed together, at the same time, in unison. Must be either a Traditional Taeguek or Black Belt form. The athletes are not allowed to do a domino sequence or mirror each other.

I�B� If doing mixed belt competition the highest form allowed is the top two forms (according to Forces of Taekwondo) of the lowest ranked student on the team. Athletes competing with a form outside the range either higher or lower will be ask to do an eligible form or be disqualified.

Article II. Sync Xtreme Forms

II�A� Synchronized Xtreme Forms are defined as an event involving an 2-3 athletes working in a cooperative joint effort with the majority of techniques being executed together, at the same time, in unison, in a domino sequence effect and/ or mirroring.

Article III. Sync Xtreme Weapons

III�A� Synchronized Xtreme Forms are defined as an event involving an 2-3 athletes working in a cooperative joint effort with the majority of techniques being executed together, at the same time, in unison, in a domino sequence effect and/or mirroring..

III�B� Each Athlete on the team is eligible to compete and receive points for only ONE division (gup, black belt or mixed). They may do all 3 events Sync Traditional Forms, Sync Xtreme Forms and Sync Xtreme Weapons.

2021-2022 USCDKA Handbook Speed Kicking

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GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR SPEED KICKING COMPETITION

Article I. Speed Kicking

I�A� Speed Kicking is a Fun and Challenging competition for all ages and ranks. It’s straight forward scoring makes it easy to compare your scores from previous events in order to continue to push yourself to reach new personal bests.

I�B� General Guidelines:I�B�1� Each athlete will have 30 seconds to execute as many ROUND KICKS as possible.I�B�2� Athletes may use either leg, but MUST use the SAME LEG throughout the time.I�B�3� Each kick must make contact with the target (paddle, small target, kicking bag, etc.)I�B�4� Kicks must have PROPER ROUND KICK TECHNIQUE (top of the foot) to be counted.I�B�5� The foot of the kicking leg must touch the ground after each kick.I�B�6� Kicks must be executed at the athlete’s belt level or above.

I�C� Scoring:I�C�1� Each of the judges will count acceptable kicks (as outlined in the rules above).I�C�2� The HIGH and LOW score will be dropped and the remaining scores totaled (similar to forms competition).I�C�3� The winner will be the athlete with the highest TOTAL SCORE.I�C�4� In the event of a tie, the high and low score will be added back in and the highest new total awarded the winner.

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2021-2022 USCDKA Handbook Point Sparring

GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR POINT SPARRING COMPETITION

Article I.A. General Guidelines I�A� Point Sparring is defined as an event involving (2) individuals engaged in a simulated sparring match. The object of which is to score a specified number points on your opponent first to win the match. Athletes are to wear specified gear, (see Article I.H. Sparring Gear Requirements), and are to kick or punch towards specified areas of their opponent. Points are scored when contact is made to a legal target area.

At this time, the USCDKA has decided to endorse traditional Taekwondo sparring as our official tournament sparring. Although we support Olympic style sparring, we also realize that this type of sparring is generally very specialized. We applaud those who are able to have the technical sparring abilities to adapt to both. The USCDKA does not endorse full-contact sparring.

Article I.B. Position Of The JudgesI�B� The center referee is in the center of the ring. The four judges should take a position in one of the four corners.

Article I.C. Opening and closing of matchI�C�1� Calling The Competitors: • The referee calls the competitors into the ring declaring red and blue according

to chest protector colors or a red flag placed on the chest protector. Competitor’s Entry into the Ring: Competitors will enter the ring holding their headgear under their left arm.

I�C�2� Bowing In The Competitors• The Referee shall raise both arms, triceps parallel to the floor and at eye

level), hands open (palms facing inward) and forearms bent vertically at the elbows and say chadeyet (attention), to indicate that the competitors should face one another and come to attention. Next the Referee shall extend the palms downward and parallel to the floor at chest level while saying kyung yet (bow to indicate that the competitors should bow to one another.

I�C�3� Inspection Of The Competitors• The Referee will instruct the competitors to put on their headgear. The

Referee shall then physically examine the two competitors: proper and safe gear (hand, foot, head, mouthpiece, chest protector, and cup for males), fingernails and toenails. Female students are allowed to have painted fingernails and toenails. The length of the fingernails should be no longer than the tips of the fingers.

I�C�4� Starting the Match• To begin the match the Center Referee shall place his or her left hand under

the right elbow with the right hand extended between the competitors. To begin the competition the Center Referee will pull the right hand out from between the competitors and verbally declare “free spar” to signal the beginning of the match.


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I�C�5� Award the Winner• End of Match: The Referee shall say com-malt (stop) and command the

competitors return to the starting position. The athletes should remove their headgear and place it under his/her left arm.

• Still standing between the two competitors and facing the Time/Score. The Referee will drop both hands to the his/her side, raise the arm with an open hand and palm facing upward above the winner’s head and declare “winner”.

I�C�6� CLOSING OF DIVISION• After the division is complete ALL competitors will be called out to the ring in

one straight line. If it is a large division line the competitors up in two lines. The 3rd place competitor will be called out first to the right of the Center Referee. Then the 2nd place competitor will be called to a position to the left of 3rd place and the 1st place competitor to a position to the left of 2nd place. The Center Referee will then move behind the 3rd place competitor raising 3 fingers straight up with his or her arm extended over the 3rd place competitor’s head announcing, “third place,” then one step over behind 2nd place raising two fingers over the 2nd place competitor’s head announcing, “second place,” and finally one more step over behind 1st place raising 1 finger above the 1st place competitor’s head announcing, “first place.” At this point the division will be bowed out of the ring and the appropriate competitors will be sent to the award stand. (Some tournament directors will have all competitors report to the Award Stand for a group photo.) At the discretion of the Center Referee, particularly if there are not many competitors that have not earned one of the first three places, the remaining competitors may also be called into the ring for the closing of the match to receive encouraging comments and recognition. They may be lined up behind the place finishers or on the end(s) of the place finisher line-up.

• REMINDER: In sparring/one step divisions with 4 or more competitors there will be two 3rd place awards given.

Article I.D. Scoring SystemI.D. 5 Point Lead System

I�D�1� Match time: 1.5 minutesI�D�2� Time is stopped to confirm each pointI�D�3� Center referee will call points.I�D�4� Each corner judge has one voteI�D�5� Contestants are identified as “red” or “blue”. “Red” is on the left of the center referee. “Blue” is on the right. I�D�6� A Red chest protector will identify red competitor. A Blue chest protector will identify blue competitor.I�D�7� Contestant must have at least three votes from the five ring officials to confirm the same point.I�D�8� Contestant who has a 5-point lead or the most points at the end of the match wins.I�D�9� A tiebreaker round will be held in the event of a tie. The first contestant to score a point wins.

Article I.E. Scoring TechniquesI�E�1� All traditional kicks should be recognized.I�E�2� One point when kick is placed in frontal portion of the body and flanks, between

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belt line and shoulders. (No points to the back area.)I�E�3� Two points for any controlled kick to the head. Controlled contact to headgear - No contact to back of head. Legal area for the head is from the ears forward including the face.NOTE: Contact to headgear and face is allowed, Controlled contact ONLY! (For lower ranked and younger (12 and under) student’s points will be scored for close contact as well as light contact. Higher ranked belts require more precision.I�E�4� All techniques must be fully extended and controlled.I�E�5� Closed fist straight and reverse punches ONLY! Scoring area will be frontal portion of the body and flanks, between belt line and shoulders. (Back fist and chops are not scoring techniques).I�E�6� Partially blocked techniques do not qualify as a point.

NOTE: Faking with hands to the face is allowed, but contact will call for a ½ point warning or a full-point deduction.

Article I.F. Scoring PointsI.F. When a judge sees a point, he/she shouts “Point” and raises the colored flags to a neutral (horizontal) position. (Raising the individual flag will indicate to other judges whom he thinks scored may influence other, or be perceived by parents and spectators to be an influential factor). The Center Referee then stops the match. When the Center Referee says, “Judges Score”, each judge including Center Referee raises the flag of the appropriate color (or indicate no point) for the competitor that he or she saw that scored the point and indicate with the free hand whether the call is for a 1-point or 2 point score. The Center Referee then challenges each judge getting replies in turn of color (blue/white or red), points (one or two), and scoring technique (demonstrated and declared “round kick to the head”). With the majority rule, (3 or more including the Center Referee), the referee will then award the point(s). The scorekeeper adds the point(s) to the scoreboard and waits for the Center Referee to start the match again before continuing the time.

Article I.G. Sparring Matches And SetupI�G�1� The competition point system for all tournaments shall consist of a single elimination. The “Bye System” shall be used at all tournaments, which guarantees four semifinalists. All byes shall be awarded during the first round of competition. (See bye sheet).

I�G�2� The only exception will be in the case that only 3 competitors are in a free sparring division. If the competitor that was awarded the bye loses to the competitor that won the first round, the competitor that was awarded the bye will then be required to spar the person who lost to the 1st place competitor to determine 2nd and 3rd place.

Article I.H. Sparring Gear Requirements

I�H�1� No metal or glass of any kind allowed on any protective equipment (includes eye glasses and safety/sports goggles, and face shields.)


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I�H�2� Foam dipped Head, Foam dipped *Hand, Foam dipped *Foot, mouthpiece, and Red/Blue chest guards are mandatory for the safety of the competitors. I�H�3� Competitors are also permitted to wear other protective pads such as forearm and shin guards provided they meet the requirements of having no metal or glass and are approved by the USCDKA and Center Referee as having no reasonable potential for causing injury to either of the competitors. (Exception: Due to insurance issues, the Midwest region is required to wear either padded shin/instep or foam footgear for all ranks while in the Midwest region only.)

I�H�4� Black Belt competitors have the option of substituting the USCDKA required gear described above with WTF Approved padded shin/instep and WT approved padded hand gear. Sparring shoes will not be allowed.

Article I.I. Warnings I.I. ½ Point Deductions

I�I�1� A contestant will receive a ½ point deduction for each warning or infraction of rules. I�I�2� If the score is tied, or no points are scored at the end or the match, a contestant can lose if he was given a warning.I�I�3� After three warnings of the same offense, the contestant is disqualified.

The following acts shall be classified as prohibited acts, and a warning shall be declared (½ point deduction)�

I�I�4� Contact to the face area with a punch (accidental, unintentional and no injury). I�I�5� Kicking below the waist (includes kicks to the groin, legs, knees, etc.) I�I�6� Pushing. I�I�7� Holding or grabbing. I�I�8� Deliberately running away or turning the back to evade a hit or kick; avoiding the match.I�I�9� Deliberately stepping out of the ring. I�I�10� Any illegal (unintentional) contact. I�I�11� Talking by contestant or coach during match. Uttering undesirable remarks or misconduct on the part of the contestant, coach, or gallery member. I�I�12� Falling down (does not include a slip). I�I�13� Faking injury.

Note: In case of a tie, or if no points are scored at the end of the match, a contestant loses if he/she was given a warning.

Article I.J. Disqualification From A TournamentI�J� Anyone who is disqualified from an event for disrespect will have all points removed for that event and not be allowed to enter any other competition for that tournament, including Night of Champions if at Nationals.

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Article I.K. Sparring DivisionsI.K. Divisions will vary from tournament to tournament based on size.

Competitors are first separated in categories by SKILL LEVEL and DIVISION�

Age Division Name5 And Under Mini Pee Wee

6 - 7 Pee Wee 18 - 9 Pee WEE 210 - 11 Junior 112 - 13 Junior 214 - 17 Teen18 - 34 Adult35 - 44 Senior 145 - 54 Executive 2

55 And Up Platinum

Divisions:A division is a category or class containing all the competitors grouped together according to age, skill and/or weight.

In most cases, there is a suggested minimum of 4 in a division, and an absolute maximum of 16.

If a division has less than 4 registered it may be combined with another division as long as it is in the same skill level. The emphasis is to provide fair and safe competition. Regardless of how the divisions are expanded, the goal is to provide appropriate and compatible competition.

One of our goals is to encourage Sr. Instructors to compete, but not to be competing against their own students. We always teach our leaders to Lead by Example and it is important that when possible, the Sr. Instructors have the opportunity to be “showcased”.

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GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE NATIONAL POINT SYSTEM

Article I.A. National Point SystemI�A� USCDKA Sanctioned Tournament athletes have the opportunity of earning state and national titles through the USCDKA system. In addition, USCDKA ratings will be posted for competitors to see where they stand. Competitors will have double recognition through their involvement in sanctioned tournaments

I�B� Class D: Local Tournament Levels

Points will be awarded in each division as follows;I�B�1� 1st = 30 pointsI�B�2� 2nd = 20 pointsI�B�3� 3rd = 10 points

Note: Upon approval, local tournaments in remote areas or areas with limited USCDKA Chartered Schools may apply for permission to invited selected schools to participate outside the association provided that the invited schools are on good terms with the association and will add to the well-being of the tournament. Keep in mind, this is not encouraged, since the awarding of the champions to outside schools will take away from the points for our USCDKA members.

I�C� Class C: State Tournament Levels Points will be awarded in each division as follows:I�C�1� 1st = 60 pointsI�C�2� 2nd = 40 pointsI�C�3� 3rd = 20 points

All participants will receive 20 points for each division entered.

I�D� Class B: Regional Tournament LevelsPoints will be awarded in each division as follows;I�C�1� 1st = 90 pointsI�D�2� 2nd = 60 pointsI�D�3� 3rd = 30 points

All participants will receive 30 points for each division entered

I�E� Class A: National Tournament LevelsPoints will be awarded in each division as follows:I�E�1� 1st = 120 pointsI�E�2� 2nd = 80 pointsI�E�3� 3rd = 40 points

All participants will receive 40 points for each division entered.

The computation of all participants will be the responsibility of the Tournament Director for the tournament. The Tournament Director will ensure that all 1st, 2nd, The

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computation of all participants will be the responsibility of the Tournament Director for the tournament. The Tournament Director will ensure that all 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place participants points are forwarded to the National Tournament Committee within two weeks of the end of the tournament, for totaling the tournament year end results. A special thanks to Master Amy Schmidt for managing the accuracy of points.

Article II.A. National ConferenceOne National Conference (Midwest, National CTU Conference (KY) or National Conference, FL) will be an additional 100 points.

Note: One Step sparring is NOT eligible for points, in it’s place is Speed Kicking.

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HAND SIGNALS

Article I.A. Warnings

I.A. ½ Point Deductions1. Contact to the face area with a punch (accidental, unintentional, and no injury).

2. Kicking below the waist (includes kicks to the groin, legs, knees, etc.)

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3. Pushing

4. Holding or Grabbing


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5. Deliberately running away or turning the back to evade a hit or kick; avoiding the match.

6. Deliberately stepping out of ring.

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7. Any illegal (unintentional) contact .

8. Talking by contestant or coach during match. (Uttering undesirable remarks or miscon-duct on the part of the contestant, coach, or gallery member.)


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9. Falling down (does not include a slip).

10. Pretending injury

Note: In case of a tie, or if no points are scored at the end of the match, a contestant loses if he/she was given a warning.

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Article I.A. ViolationsI.A. POINT DEDUCTIONS

1. Attacking the opponent after “Break” is called.

2. Attacking the fallen opponent


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3. Intentional illegal contact or technique.

4. Illegal Face Contact

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5. Interrupting the progress of the match on the part of the contestant or the coach.

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