2012 Member Mini-Manual 4-9-12 v2

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2012 Member Mini-Manual


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Copyright Information

This is an official Tiger-Rock Martial Arts International Publication © 2012 Tiger-Rock Martial Arts International. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, used forinstruction, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means includingelectronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior written consent of

the Tiger-Rock Martial Arts International publishing division or as granted in the Tiger-Rock MAIfranchise agreement.

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Table of Contents

Testing Requirements.................................................................................................. 3

Testing Guides.................................................................................................................. 4

Testing Steps for Higher Ranks ......................................................................................... 9

Pre-Test Guide.................................................................................................................12

Professional Trainer Requirements ........................................................................... 15

Professional Trainee Taekwondo Trainer & Certified Taekwondo Trainer Exam ....................16

High Rank Testing Exam ..................................................................................................18

Tiger-Rock Enthusiast Programs ............................................................................... 19

Honors, Leadership, and Professional Trainer Programs .....................................................20

Junior Honors Program (Ages 6-11) and Youth Leadership Program (Ages 12-15) ...............24

Championship and Title System................................................................................. 25

Tiger-Rock National and World Championship System and Circuit .......................................26

Appendix ................................................................................................................... 29

Appendix A – Ho-Am Form ...............................................................................................30

Appendix B – 6th, 7th, 8th Degree Pre-Test Evaluation..........................................................31

Appendix C – Tiger-Rock MAI Professional Trainer Testing Registration Form ......................33

Appendix D – TRMAI High Rank Testing Registration Form.................................................36



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Testing Requirements



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TIGER-CUB TESTING GUIDE IN CONSIDERATION OF BRAND STANDARDS DO NOT ADD TO OR SUBTRACT FROM THE

TESTING REQUIREMENTS CUB WHITE THROUGH CUB BLACK

CURRENTRANK LIFE SKILL

TECHNIQUESKILL STANCE BLOCK

THINK

ESCAPESKILL

CONCENTRATION/COORDINATION/

STRENGTH AGILITY COURSE

CUB WHITETIGER-CUB

PROMISE

PUNCH (3X EACHHAND WITHCORRECTLY

FORMED FIST)

ATTENTION HIGH BLOCKSTAND AT ATTENTION FOR 30 SECONDS

COMPLETE AGILITY COURSE 3 TIMES

CUB YELLOW3 RULES OF

CONCENTRATION

FRONT KICK (3XEACH LEG WITH

CORRECTLY SHAPEDFOOT)

CHUNG-BE LOW BLOCK

DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING LISTENING

POSITIONS: LISTENING POSITION ONE,

LISTENING POSITION TWO, LISTENING

POSITION 3


CUB GREEN POLITE GREETINGPALM HEEL STRIKE(3X EACH HAND)

SITTINGINNER FOREARM

BLOCK

BALANCE FOR 15 SECONDS ON ONE FOOT

WHILE HOLDING OTHER KNEE TO CHEST

WITH BOTH ARMS BALANCE ON ONE FOOT

FOR FIFTEEN SECONDS WITH BOTH ARMS

STRAIGHT OUT TO SIDES AND FOOT HELD

SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR


CUB BLUE

RECITE “HONOR IS

A GIFT I GIVE

MYSELF”

OUTER EDGECRESCENT KICK

FRONTSTRANGER

RESPONSE DRILL

TEN JUMPING JACKS


CUB BROWN

RECITE ANGER

MANAGEMENT/MIND

FUL BREATHING

EXERCISE

KNIFE HAND STRIKE BACK STANCE WRIST RELEASE

DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING: THREE

JUMPS TOUCHING KNEES TO CHEST AND

HOP THREE TIMES ON ONE LEG THEN THREE

TIMES ON THE OTHER LEG


CUB RED

RECITE: ADDRESS,

PHONE NUMBER,

NAMES OF

PARENTS, AND HOW

TO DIAL 911

SIDEKICK (3X EACHLEG ON TARGET)

DEMONSTRATE 5

STANCES

(ATTENTION,

CHUNG-BE,

SITTING, FRONT,

BACK)

DEMONSTRATE

THREE BLOCKS

(HIGH, LOW,

INNER

FOREARM)

CATCH A BALL FROM AND THROW IT BACK

TO TRAINER


CUB BLACK

(TIGER-CUBGRADUATE)

RECITE ONE

HUNDRED TIMETHEORY

DEMONSTRATE THE

FIRST 4 MOVES OFTHE HO-AM FORM

DEMONSTRATE MINDFUL BREATHING WHILE

IN SITTING STANCE AND BREATH IN WHILE

CROSSING AND RAISING BOTH HANDS OVER

HEAD, THEN BREATH OUT AS ARMSSEPARATE AND MAKE INDEPENDENT ARCS

DOWNWARD (REPEAT 3X)




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JUNIOR, YOUTH & ADULT TESTING GUIDE

IN CONSIDERATION OF BRAND STANDARDS DO NOT ADD TO OR SUBTRACT FROM THETESTING REQUIREMENTS

WHITE BELT THROUGH 3RD DEGREE LEVEL 3

CURRENTRANK

MINIMUMTIME IN

RANK

FORMNAME

ADULTFORMLINES

YOUTHFORMLINES

FULL CONTACT SKILLSBY CYCLES

ONE-STEPSPARRING BY

CYCLES

SPORT SPARRING& E-CAS CYCLES(Youth do not do

E-CAS)

BOARDBREAKING

Use Approved

PlasticBoards

WHITEHo-AmForm

6 6

CYCLES 1, 3, 6 perform 1& 3 ROUND KICK &REVERSE ELBOW

CYCLES 2,4,5 perform 1 &3 SIDE KICK & REVERSEPUNCH, 3X EACH ONE

SIDE

CYCLES 1,3,6Perform: 1,2,3(Junior & Youth

1,2)CYCLES 2,4,5perform: 4,5

NO NO

YELLOW 2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

6 6

CYCLES 1, 3, 6 perform 1& 3 ROUND KICK &REVERSE ELBOW

CYCLES 2,4,5 perform 1 &3 SIDE KICK & REVERSE

PUNCH, 3X EACH ONESIDE


1,2)

CYCLES 2,4,5perform: 4,5

NO NO

LEVEL 1GREEN

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

12 12

CYCLES 1,3,6 perform 1,2,3 ROUND KICK & REVERSE

ELBOWCYCLES 2,4,5 perform

1,2,3 SIDE KICK &REVERSE PUNCH, 3X EACH

ONE SIDE



CYCLES 1,3, TWOROUNDS E-CAS

CYCLES 2,4,5,6; TWOROUNDS E-CAS OR

SPARRING

NO

LEVEL 2GREEN

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

12 12




ONE SIDE





SPARRING

NO

LEVEL 3GREEN

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

1212




ONE SIDE

CYCLES 1,3,6

Perform: 1,2,3(Junior & Youth1,2)


CYCLES 1,3, TWO

ROUNDS E-CASCYCLES 2,4,5,6; TWOROUNDS E-CAS OR

SPARRING

NO

LEVEL 1BLUE

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

1212




ONE SIDE





SPARRING

1 Station

LEVEL 2BLUE

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

1212




ONE SIDE


1,2)CYCLES 2,4,5

perform: 4,5



SPARRING

1 Station

LEVEL 3BLUE

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

12 12




ONE SIDE





SPARRING

1 Station



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JUNIOR, YOUTH & ADULT TESTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)

IN CONSIDERATION OF BRAND STANDARDS DO NOT ADD TO OR SUBTRACT FROM THETESTING REQUIREMENTS


CURRENTRANK

MINIMUMTIME IN

RANK

FORMNAME

ADULTFORMLINES

YOUTHFORMLINES

FULL CONTACT SKILLSBY CYCLES

ONE-STEPSPARRING BY

CYCLES

SPORTSPARRING &

E-CAS CYCLES(Youth do not

do E-CAS)

BOARDBREAKING

Use Approved

PlasticBoards

LEVEL 1BROWN

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

17 17

CYCLES 1,3,6 perform 1,2,3 ROUND KICK &REVERSE ELBOW

CYCLES 2,4,5 perform1,2,3 SIDE KICK &

REVERSE PUNCH, 3XEACH ONE SIDE



CYCLES 1,3, TWOROUNDS E-CASCYCLES 2,4,5,6;TWO ROUNDS E-

CAS ORSPARRING

1 Station

LEVEL 2BROWN

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

17 17





1,2)



CAS ORSPARRING

1 Station

LEVEL 3BROWN

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

17 17







CAS ORSPARRING

1 Station

LEVEL 1RED

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

17 17







CAS ORSPARRING

1 Station

LEVEL 2RED

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

17 17

CYCLES 1,3,6 perform 1,2,3 ROUND KICK &

REVERSE ELBOWCYCLES 2,4,5 perform

1,2,3 SIDE KICK &REVERSE PUNCH, 3X

EACH ONE SIDE

CYCLES 1,3,6

Perform: 1,2,3(Junior & Youth1,2)


CYCLES 1,3, TWO

ROUNDS E-CASCYCLES 2,4,5,6;TWO ROUNDS E-

CAS ORSPARRING

1 Station

LEVEL 3RED

2 MONTHSHo-AmForm

17 17




SLIDE/JUMP



CYCLES 1,3,THREE ROUNDSE-CAS CYCLES2,4,5,6; THREEROUNDS E-CASOR SPARRING

2 Stations



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JUNIOR, YOUTH & ADULT TESTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)IN CONSIDERATION OF BRAND STANDARDS DO NOT ADD TO OR SUBTRACT FROM THE

TESTING REQUIREMENTS


CURRENTRANK

MINIMUM TIME IN RANK FORM NAME ADULT

FORMLINES

YOUTH

FORMLINES

FULL CONTACT SKILLS BYCYCLES

ONE-STEP

SPARRINGBY CYCLES

SPORT SPARRING &E-CAS CYCLES

(Youth do not doE-CAS)

BOARD

BREAKINGUse

Approved

PlasticBoards

1ST LEVEL1

2 MONTHS Ho-Am Form 38 23

CYCLES 1,3,6 perform 1,2,3ROUND KICK & REVERSE

ELBOW CYCLES 2,4,5 perform1,2,3 SIDE KICK & REVERSEPUNCH, 3X EACH ONE SIDE

SLIDE/JUMP

CYCLES 1,3,6perform: 1,2,3

(Junior & Youth 1,2)


CYCLES 1,3, THREEROUNDS E-CASCYCLES 2,4,5,6;

THREE ROUNDS ECASOR SPARRING

2 Stations

1ST LEVEL2




SLIDE/JUMP






2 Stations

1ST LEVEL3



ELBOW CYCLES 2,4,5 perform1,2,3 SIDE KICK & REVERSE

PUNCH, 3X EACH ONE SIDESLIDE/JUMP






2 Stations

1ST LEVEL4




SLIDE/JUMP






2 Stations

2ND LEVEL1




SLIDE/JUMP






2 Stations

2ND LEVEL2




SLIDE/JUMP



CYCLES 2,4,5

perform: 4,5


THREE ROUNDS ECAS

OR SPARRING

2 Stations

2ND LEVEL3




SLIDE/JUMP






2 Stations

2ND LEVEL4




SLIDE/JUMP






3 Stations

3RD LEVEL1




SLIDE/JUMP






3 Stations

3RD LEVEL2


CYCLES 1,3,6 perform 1,2,3

ROUND KICK & REVERSEELBOW CYCLES 2,4,5 perform1,2,3 SIDE KICK & REVERSEPUNCH, 3X EACH ONE SIDE

SLIDE/JUMP

CYCLES 1,3,6

perform: 1,2,3(Junior &

Youth 1,2)CYCLES 2,4,5perform: 4,5



3 Stations

3RD LEVEL3




SLIDE/JUMP






3 Stations



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JUNIOR, YOUTH & ADULT TESTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)IN CONSIDERATION OF BRAND STANDARDS DO NOT ADD TO OR SUBTRACT FROM

THE TESTING REQUIREMENTS

3rd DEGREE LEVEL 4 BLACK BELT THROUGH 9TH DEGREE BLACK BELT

CURRENTRANK

MINIMUMTIME INRANK

FORMNAME

WRITTEN

AND/ORSYMBOLIC

WALK

PRE-TEST

EVALUATIONWITH 8/9DEGREE

ORAL BOARDBREAKING

SPORTSPARRING/E-CAS

ADDITIONAL

3RD LEVEL 4 4 MONTHSSeed, Sun,

Plant, Water,Earth, Fire, Sky

Journey Doc NO YES 4 Stations3 rounds of

both E-CAS andSparring

Must be 16 yearsold to test for 4

and earn 1 WorldCredit in 30 months

4TH DEGREE 2 YRS Tiger, Oak Journey Doc NO YES 4 Stations4 Rounds of


MINIMUM AGE TO ACHIEVE 4TH : 16Earn 1 World Credit

in 30 months

SR 4TH DEGREE 2 YRSEagle,Ocean

Journey Doc NO YES 4 Stations4 Rounds of


Earn 2 WorldCredits in 30

months

5TH DEGREE 2 YRSRiver, Bear,Mountain

Journey Doc NO YES 4 Stations4 Rounds of



months

SR 5TH DEGREE 3 YRS

Ho-Am Formor

TraditionalFree Style

Symbolic 9mile

walk/report &Journey Doc

YES6 Rounds of E-CAS, 5 Station Board Break, Volunteer

Service Day

MINIMUM AGE TOTEST FOR 6TH 31


months

6TH DEGREE 6 YRS

Ho-Am Formor


Symbolic 9mile


YES4 Rounds of E-CAS, 5 Station Board Break, Volunteer

Service Day

MINIMUM AGE TO ACHIEVE 6TH : 31


months

7TH DEGREE 7 YRS

Ho-Am Formor


Symbolic 9mile


YES 2 Rounds of E-CAS, Volunteer Service DayEarn 3 WorldCredits in 48

months

8TH DEGREE 8 YRS

Ho-Am Formor


Symbolic 9mile

walk/report,Journey

Doc & 9th DegreeThesis

YES 1 Round of E-CAS, Volunteer Service DayEarn 3 WorldCredits in 48

months

9TH DEGREE

NO MORETESTINGS, 9TH

DEGREE ISHIGHESTDEGREE AND

LAST



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Testing Steps for 4th , Sr. 4th , 5th , Sr. 5th

Step One

• Receive approval of Trainer

• Meet required age• Achieve time in rank• Earn Required World and National Credits

Step Two

• Register online and submit the following items:

o Registration formo Journey documento Fee

Step Three

•

Take and pass rank test (must complete steps 1 and 2 prior to attempting).

Step Four

• Promotion is official when posted on Tiger-Rock MAI corporate website.

Oral Questions for students testing for 4th , Sr. 4th and Sr. 5th Degree (the

student will be asked 3 of the 4)

1) Summarize the 4 Tiger-Rock Elements and explain the 5 Essence Elements

in detail.

2) Explain the History of Taekwondo and Tiger-Rock Taekwondo from thebeginning through the original Kwan systems to Tiger-Rock. Be preparedto identify dates, individuals and beliefs.

3) Explain the 7 principles that help create the optimal biomechanicalposition for the body during movement and while holding postures.

4) Explain I-X Nutrition and how it impacts your training; provide twoexamples.


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Testing Steps for 6th, 7th, 8th & 9th

Step One

• Meet required age (the physical exam can be taken at “the” World Event in advance

of reaching age requirement or any World Event after)• Achieve time in rank (the physical exam can be taken at “the” World Event inadvance of reaching time in grade requirement or any World Event after)

• Earn required World and National Credits• Pass a two hour pre-test evaluation (6th, 7th, 8th candidates) in order to move on to

step two.• Complete symbolic walk and write report

Step Two

• Register online and submit the following items:

1. Registration form2. Journey document that includes a summary of the symbolic walk. If

applying for 9th degree include thesis in addition.3. Pre-test evaluation completion form submitted by an 8th or 9th degree

conducting pre-test4. Fee5. Non-compete document

Step Three

• The Promotional Committee Co-Chairs Dr. Kimm and GM Craig Kollars, 8th & 9th degrees, Board of Directors, and Corporate Management must approve candidate totake the physical exam not less than 7 days prior to testing opportunity. This

endorsement of eligibility will be given collectively during one meeting.

Step Four

• Take and pass rank test (test cannot be attempted until steps 1, 2 & 3 are satisfied)(the physical exam can be taken at “the” World Event in advance of reaching age &time in grade requirement or any World Event after).

Step Five

• If steps 1, 2, 3, & 4 are satisfied Tiger-Rock issues a “provisional” (temporary) rankgood for up to one year. Provisional rank is not considered a permanent rank.

Step Six

• The final “authenticated” rank is awarded by Tiger-Rock during the Honor Ceremonyduring the next World event after successful completion of steps 1 through 5 andcompleting a provisional time. Authenticated rank is considered a permanent rank.

Refer to the test requirement chart for details on 6th, 7th 8th and 9th degree rank tests.

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9 Mile Symbolic Walk

During the 9 mile walk candidates are instructed to stop along the way to observe, record thoughts in a

notebook, practice I-X Awareness and forms. Candidates should refrain from talking or being distracted

during this walk. If someone accompanies the candidate they should walk a distance behind the

candidate and observe only.

Walking in nature can have many therapeutic benefits for the person walking and certainly has

commonality with Martial Arts. Walking promotes the health of the mind, the body and the spirit. Make

sure to plan your walk in advance and take precautions to insure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Practice dynamic I-X Awareness by experimenting with the rhythm of the step timed with my breath.

Compare 3/3, 3/4, 4/4, 4/5, 4/6, 5/5 and 5/6 in breaths and steps to out breaths and steps the 4/4 and

4/5 produced the best harmony of mind and body for my walk for the speed I was walking. The best

ratio will change if the pace of the walk changes.

Professional Trainer and 4th-8th Degree Candidates Journey Document This document summarizes and documents a candidate’s artistic journey and acquired knowledge

beginning at white belt to current.

1. One page or more on your Taekwondo life journey, what you learned, witnessed and observed.2. One page on Tiger-Rock events and testing’s you have attended.3. One page or more on your personal life journey, what you learned, witnessed and observed.4. One half page summary of your 9 mile symbolic walk bringing mind and body together.5. Photos of professional career tracing your professional life.6. Photos of family tracing your family, life and roots.

9TH Degree Manuscript

• One page mentoring letter to the Tiger-Rock Martial Arts International membership.

• One page or more on your professional life journey, what you learned, witnessed and observed.• One page or more on your personal life journey, what you learned, witnessed and observed.• 5 page thesis on philosophy, nutrition, history, other arts, anatomy, science or a topic of your

choice acceptable to the committee.• One half page review of your 9 mile symbolic walk bringing mind and body together.• Photos of professional career tracing your professional life.• Photos of family tracing your family, life and roots.

A 6th degree or higher certificate is looked at as a tangible asset and has economic value to the holder.

Tiger-Rock requires all candidates to have in place a non-compete and confidentiality agreement.

ADDITIONAL 6TH , 7TH , 8TH & 9TH DEGREE GUIDELINES

• Candidates not promoted will be counseled on how to prepare for a future opportunity byTiger-Rock.

• The patch and title cannot be worn or claimed until the promotion is officially approvedby Tiger-Rock.

• Candidates can No Change during the physical test, but minor mistakes in a form will notnecessarily disqualify them for promotion nor will failure to break boards.

• Candidates performing non allowed material in their physical testing or failing to followthe physical test guide precisely may result in a No Change.

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6th , 7th , & 8th PRE-TEST GUIDE

6th, 7th & 8th degree candidates need to pass a two hour pre-test evaluation to the standards ofTiger-Rock. The evaluation will include performing, explaining and demonstrating artistic skill,

traditional forms, traditional free style forms, conditioning, knowledge of Taekwondo,

understanding of Elements of Taekwondo and how they are applied, lifestyle of candidate, BMIand the candidate demonstrating willingness to support and promote the culture, members andmission of Tiger-Rock without hesitation. Candidates can take and repeat the pre-testevaluation until passing up to 7 days before the physical exam. The pre-test is conducted by 8th and 9th degree black belts authorized in advance of the pre-test by Tiger-Rock. Contact theTiger-Rock office for a list of 8 th & 9th degrees authorized.

2 HOUR PRE-TEST

OPENING

• Candidate will review the Elements, Mission, Philosophy, and Journey.

PRE-STRETCH WARM UP

DYNAMIC STRETCH

TECHNICAL DRILLS

• 2 to 3 drills

• Review all 5 Essence Elements asking candidate to explain and demonstrate

• Full Contact Skills on bag and targets

DEFENSE AND ATTACK SKILLS

• One Steps• E-CAS from 14 different directions.

FORMS

• Candidate will be asked to demonstrate Ho-Am form, their Traditional Free Style form

and the forms listed below.

• The candidate will be expected to understand the applied essence elements for each

form and should explain after each form performance. Tiger-Rock forms are unique in

this way:

• Lively feet

• Soft and hard movement with soft being demonstrated in ½ CAT without tensionthen CAT 1 and CAT 2

• Tempo and rhythm changes using a four measure count. For example from a sittingstance punch twice CAT 2 followed by a single CAT. This shows up in a type ofrhythm that we unknowingly use and feature as a delayed kick or attack. Attack,attack, skip, attack.

SUN (DAN-GUN)

PLANT (DO-SAN)

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EARTH (HWA-RANG)

FIRE (CHOONG-MOO)

TIGER (GE-BAEK)

EAGLE (UL-JI)

RIVER (JUCHE)

BEAR (CHOI-YONG)

MOUNTAIN (MOON-MOO)

YOUR FORM (Traditional Free Style)

HO-AM FORM

I-X AWARENESS PRACTICE/COOL DOWN

THREE POSITIONS

• Supine or Seated I-X Awareness Practice. Work on controlling breathing andthoughts. Practice one series of 9 breaths.

• Standing Static Posture I-X Awareness Practice. Various stances and arm positionscan be utilized including one leg balance similar to yoga tree. Practice 9 breaths.

• Standing Dynamic I-X Awareness Practice. Include movement such as walking,figure 8, slow motion kicking, striking, punching and blocking. Practice 9 breaths.

TWO METHODS

• Progressive Body awareness utilizing progressive relaxation.

• Breathing awareness with 4/4, 4/5 or 4/6 ratio breathing. (Breath in to a count andout to a count).

END OF CLASS STRETCH

I-X NUTRITION

• Using the Adult Lifestyle Journalo Have the candidate discuss three nutrition topics from document

o Record training

CLOSING

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TIGER-ROCK MENTORING during pre-test

• Ask 6th , 7th , & 8th candidate to discuss:

• Moral code

• Have the candidate explain their contribution to community service and volunteerism

• What they have done personally to be engaged in the process of leadership in a

positive way without entitlement.

CLOSING - REPORT TO Tiger-Rock

The high rank Professional Trainer will forward their recommendation to check off or not to

check off the candidate in a written report to Tiger-Rock using the standardized form provided

by Tiger-Rock. The report will include evaluation of specific areas of competency and the trainer

will base their recommendation on the candidate’s suitability in the following areas:

• Technical Skill

• Approach to Training

• Knowledge of Essence Elements• Lifestyle Suitability

• General Level of Fitness

• Volunteerism and Giving Back• Historical Contributions to the Tiger-Rock brand

• Willingness to engage in the process

• Quid Pro Quo belief of mutual benefit

Pretest Fees, no variance

• $259 for 6th, 7th, 8th degree candidates

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Professional Trainer Requirements

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PROFESSIONAL TRAINEE TAEKWONDO TRAINER & CERTIFIED TAEKWONDO

TRAINER EXAM

STEP ONE

Three judges preside over the exam with one judge serving as the panel leader. The panel

leader distributes the standardized Tiger-Rock Trainer exam judging sheet to be used during

the exam and is responsible for recording and reporting the panel’s decisions to Tiger-Rock. It

is important that each judge completes their own final results without being influenced by the

other judges. Judges should not discuss their scores with other judges.

STEP TWO

Panel administers the oral exam by asking the candidate to explain the following questions.

The time allotted for this portion of the exam is 10 minutes. Record the performance on the

exam judging sheet.

Explain Transformational language and the five types along with examples of each

• Example of Inclusive language

• Example of Action-oriented language

• Example of Positive/Affirmative language

• Example of Process-oriented language

• Example of Awareness-oriented language

Recite the Elements of Taekwondo

Explain the 5 Essence Elements and how they are used throughout the Tiger-Rock class delivery

• Balance Posture Alignment

• Extended Plane Dynamic Force

• Controlled Acceleration and Timing (CAT)

• Staged-Flow Transition

• IX-Awareness

Explain the alternating training system and the difference between the competition and tactical

cycles.

Explain IX Nutrition

Explain the differences between and primary purposes of the following core programs:

• Tiger-Cubs 4 & 5

• Junior 6-11

• Youth 12-15

• Adult 16 and up

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STEP THREE

The candidate teaches a 20 minute class to two students using a tactical or competition planner

to one of the core member groups. The segments in the sample class should be abbreviated to

fit the twenty minute time frame with the exception of the I-X Nutrition segment. Carefully

listen and watch the testing candidate and mark off the areas of evaluation with either

Satisfactory or Not Satisfactory as the candidate covers them.

• Followed the class planner

• Delivery and use of voice to create interest and passion

• Ability to frame and pre-frame segments

• Delivery and ability to segue into each of the segments of the sample class with

a smooth transition

• Pace of class

• Use of transformational language

• Use of the Essence Elements

• Ability to create a complete learning experience for the student

Note:

• Each candidate has thirty minutes total for his testing portion: 10 minutes oral

and 20 minutes sample class delivery.

• Trainee Taekwondo Trainers (TTT) are tested at the academy level while

Certified Taekwondo Trainers (CTT) are tested nationally. It is not required to be

a TTT before testing for CTT. Minimum teaching hours are not required before

taking any designation exam.

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HIGH RANK TESTING EXAM

STEP ONE

Three judges preside over the exam with one judge serving as the panel leader. The panel leader distributes

the standardized TR high rank exam judging sheet to be used during the exam and is responsible for recording

and reporting the panel’s decisions to Tiger-Rock. It is important that each judge completes their own final

results without being influenced by the other judges. Judges should not discuss their scores with the other judges.

STEP TWO

The panel should conduct the testing using the test guide directive exactly. Do not increase or decrease the

requirements. Keep in mind that few students will advance to 4th & 5th degree and even fewer to 6th degree

and above rank. 4th and 5th degree promotions require an extremely high level of conditioning and athletic

skill. Consideration will be given for some types of performance challenges such as asthma, however all

candidates will be required to perform to the same level.

There are four options after 3rd degree. It is at this time the member should choose their path knowing that

Tiger-Rock has raised the bar significantly for rank promotions.

1. Professional Trainer

2. Rank advancement and Competitor

3. Rank advancement, Competitor and Professional Trainer

4. Maintenance: Maintain existing skills, fitness and health without competition or rank

advancement

ACADEMY, NATIONAL AND WORLD JUDGING SYSTEM

There will be one Mistake judge for every one or two students on the mat to watch for form, one steps, board

break and E-CAS mistakes. Mistake judges will not normally participate in determining Pass or NC but may.

They will serve to identify mistakes for the Artistic Panel judges.

Each judging panel will consist of 3 artistic judges only. These judges (along with the student’s ProfessionalTrainer) will determine Pass or No Change.

If the testing student’s Professional Trainer is on the testing panel of 3 judges as a Judge, the student must

receive a total of two yes votes to pass that includes theirs.

If the testing student’s Professional Trainer is not on testing panel as a Judge, the student must receive a total

of one or more yes votes to pass. One or more votes added to the Professional Trainer’s vote results in a

pass. In all cases if boards are not broken, an automatic No Change is recorded.

ACADEMY, NATIONAL AND WORLD TESTING SET-UP DESIGN

The judges' table(s) should be placed so that there is an area of at least approx. 10' x 20' (this may be

adjusted to add testing panels) in front of the table(s), and table(s) covered with table cloth(s).

The senior panel judge sits at the center or front left corner of the table, flanked by the next highest certified

professional trainers.

Each 3 member artistic judge panel should be seated separate from mistake judges so that it is obvious who is

judging.

Judges should wear their Professional Trainer Belt during testing.

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Tiger-Rock Enthusiast Programs

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Honors, Leadership, and Professional Trainer ProgramsTiger-Rock MAI has three programs designed to sustain the interest of students who are and want to beinvolved in Taekwondo beyond normal programming. They are:

1. Honors: Junior 6 to 112. Leadership: Youth 12 to 15

3. Trainer Professionals: Adult 16 & up

Adult Trainer Professionals Program (16 and up)The primary purpose of the Trainer Professionals Program is to develop qualified trainers who can representand deliver Tiger-Rock programs with quality. Tiger-Rock MAI is dedicated to maintaining the integrity of itsdocumented training systems and training practices while providing the highest degree of ethical and legalsafety. In recognition of a balanced approach to achieving our stated goals, Tiger-Rock MAI has created thefollowing five professional designations. Each of the 5 professional designations can be earned independentlyof the others although many will earn the trainee designation first. One chevron is worn on the uniform sleevefor each of the designations earned along with one chevron on the trainer belt for each. (If a trainer is a TTTthey would wear one chevron and once they become a CTT they would wear two chevrons). To createdifferentiation we have created a system of three types of belts:

1. Trainer Belt: designates the position of the person leading the training session. This person regardlessof rank of trainer has sufficient skill to lead a session for any level of participant.

2. Competitor or Competitive Belt: designates someone who is seeking rank and/or is competing inchampionships.

3. Master Belt: designates someone who has achieved 6th degree or higher

It is important to note that Professional Trainer Belts are worn whenever teaching or judging. Competitivebelts are worn when attending class, clinics, ceremonies and participating in championships.

Professional Trainer Designations

Note: There are no minimum time or class teaching requirements for any designation. A candidate does notfirst have to be TTT but rather can test directly to CTT.

1. Trainee Taekwondo Trainer (TTT)

2. Certified Taekwondo Trainer (CTT)3. Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and/or Certified Group Fitness Trainer (CGFT) (Through the American

Council on Exercise ACE)4. Certified Black Belt Trainer (CBBT)5. Certified Integrated Systems Expert (CISE)

Trainee Taekwondo Trainer (TTT)

A Trainee Taekwondo Trainer is in training to become a Certified Taekwondo Trainer. This position is able toassist a CTT during product delivery and deliver core classes individually when needed. Open to Blue Beltsthrough all levels of Black Belt 16 years of age and up.

Entry Requirements for TTTThe entry requirements include:

• Comply with background check if required by your academy.• Comply with CPR/First Aid certification if required by your academy.• Complete entrance test locally.

o Pass written, oral and teaching exam of product delivery with minimum 80% accuracy. Test isdesigned by Tiger-Rock MAI.

o TTT candidate pays entry testing fee to franchisee.o Franchisee pays a processing fee to Tiger-Rock.

• Sign confidentiality and non-compete agreement.

Ongoing Guide and Requirements for a TTT

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• Attend 3 of 6 National and/or World championships every two years

• Earn one World Championship/ Training Event credit every two years. This is a best practice but is not

required.

• Judging and competing is required during all National and World events attended by the Trainer untilMaster rank.

• A TTT can be a championship or promotional judge for member’s one rank lower than the TTT trainer.

• The primary teaching responsibility is to assist a CTT in product delivery within a schedule set by thefranchisee. If the TTT is 18 or older, he/she can lead classes of any ranks. If under 18, he/she canlead classes of any ranks only if supervised on-site by a staff member who is 18 or older and isavailable to supervise.

• Certificate expires December 31st of year earned. Renewal fee and requirements are set by Tiger-

Rock.

Certified Taekwondo Trainer (CTT) A Certified Taekwondo Trainer has passed the CTT exam and is qualified to deliver the core product to brandstandards. Open to all levels of Black Belt 16 years of age and up.

Entry Requirements for CTT The entry requirements include:

• Comply with background check if required by your academy.• Comply with CPR/First Aid certification if required by your academy.• Complete entrance test nationally.

o Pass written, oral and teaching exam of product delivery with minimum 80% accuracy.o Testing fee determined by Tiger-Rock. Register and pay test fee with Tiger-Rock.o Practice teaching hours are not required, only delivery proficiency during the test.

• Earn 1 World Credit prior to testing.• Complete one volunteer community service day prior to testing.

• Sign confidentiality and non-compete agreement.

Ongoing Guide and Requirements for a CTT• Attend 4 of 6 National and/or World championships every two years

• Earn one World Championship/ Training Event credit every two years.

• Judging and competing is required during all National and World events attended by the trainer until6th degree rank.

• A CTT can be a championship or promotional judge for member’s one rank lower than the CTT trainer.• The primary teaching responsibility is to deliver the brands core products within a schedule set by the

franchisee. If the CTT is 18 or older, he/she can lead classes of any ranks. If under 18, he/she canlead classes of any ranks only if supervised on-site by a staff member who is 18 or older and isavailable to supervise.

• Complete one day of volunteer community service annually

• Certificate expires December 31st of year earned. Renewal fee and requirements set by Tiger-Rock

MAI.

Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and/or Certified Group Fitness Trainer (CGFT)

This designation is achieved through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) in cooperation with Tiger-RockMAI. Holders of this certificate will be able to deliver the Tiger-Rock product at a superior level and train

members from a broad fitness based foundation. Certificate must be renewed every 2 years with ACE and TR.

Certified Black Belt Trainer (CBBT)This designation is achieved by training 200 or more members to black belt in a career in academies owned bythe trainer franchisee. Holders of this designation have demonstrated the ability to retain Black Belt studentsover an extended period of time using the Tiger-Rock system. Certificate is good for 4 years. Documentationof black belts trained and passing a written test is required to earn this designation. Renewal requires earningCEU credit every 4 years.

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Certified Integrated Systems Expert (CISE)This designation is earned by franchisees and/or managers who have become experts of the Tiger-Rockintegrated Systems under the overall National Brand design. Certification is issued by Tiger-Rock after acomprehensive review of the individual’s knowledge and documented performance. Certificate is good for 4years. Documentation of black belts trained and passing a written test is required to earn this designation.Renewal requires earning CEU credit every 4 years.

Options for earning World Championships/Training Event Credits:

Option 1: Attend a Scheduled World event as designed from beginning to end, compete, attend all

seminars/clinics and judge.

• Register online and pay World Championships, Seminars and Training Event fee.

Option 2: Attend 4 of 6 World and/or National Championships in two years from beginning to end, compete,

attend clinics, attend seminars and judge.

• Register online and pay World Championships and Training Event Credit fees for competitions and

seminars plus 15%.

• Two additional community service days.

• Read a book assigned to you by Tiger-Rock and write a 1,000 word report on the connection betweenthe subject matter and the Tiger-Rock core products.

Note: All options require fees that must be paid directly to Tiger-Rock MAI. Registration for trainings must be

made with Tiger-Rock MAI only. One day volunteer service is defined as approximately 5 or more hours of

service. Community service credit can be earned through participating in your academy-organized local

volunteer community service project approved by Tiger-Rock MAI; by participating in your personal community

service project; by leading an operational academy TKD Scholarship program with at least 3 or more enrolled

scholarship students; or participating in our annual Make-A-Difference program.

Franchisee Additional per location and per territory requirement

Each calendar year, you, or your manager level adult staff member who you designate (who holds a valid

TIGER-ROCK MARTIAL ARTS Certified Taekwondo Trainer Certificate) must earn at least one World

Championship/Training Event and training event credit.

On-Time Designation Renewal

Between May 1 and December 31 of any given year, Trainers must renew their Tiger-Rock MAI trainer

certificates. If an Trainer fails to complete their requirements by December 31st of any given year, the

certificate is terminated and reinstatement is required.

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Reinstatement of TTT or CTT Certificates - Expired CPT, CBBT & CISE Certificates do

not qualify for reinstatement.

If terminated:

• Contact National Offices by January 15th. If Tiger-Rock MAI determines trainer agrees to re-

instate by March 31st and to follow the process of re-instatement trainer can leave chevrons on

their uniform and belt. If not they will be instructed to remove all chevrons and disqualified from

teaching classes under the expired Tiger-Rock certificate.

• Candidates who agree to comply with the process will have until March 31st to complete the

process and will be issued a conditional extension until March 31st.

• A final re-instatement interview is required after all requirements are completed.

• Register and pay current and past fees.

TTT & CTT Renewal Recommendations

To renew your Professional Taekwondo Trainer Designations, it is suggested that you obtain the

recommendation of your Professional trainer(s). A signature on this form is not required but it is

recommended for you to list the professional trainer(s)’ name and the day the recommendation wasgiven to you either electronically or verbally. Lack of a recommendation may not necessarily disqualify

you from renewing your certificate.

Note: Your professional trainer is the primary trainer you currently choose to supervise your training and

any past professional trainers you have considered to be your primary professional trainer. Your

professional trainer normally is not a family member or friend and must be an adult of higher rank. Only

one recommendation is required but it is encouraged to include all current and former primary

professional trainers. TRMAI will collectively consider your compliance with national standards along with

your recommendation(s) before issuing renewal certificates. Professional trainers can change and are

determined by the member.

Miscellaneous

• Do not submit applications of any type until credit requirements, if any, are earned.

• If certification has lapsed for any period of time, 1 day or 10 years, the former trainer is

considered terminated.

• A list of terminated and active trainers will be posted online annually.

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Junior Honors Program (6 to 11)

The primary purpose for a Juniors Honors Program is to create a platform which students can

display and apply their skills at a higher level. This is intended for enthusiasts ages 6-11 but

more specifically, those who are mature enough to demonstrate a high level of competency.

The following are requirements for the Juniors Honors Program:

1. Full participation in the Merit program using the lifestyle journal.

2. Full participation in the Championship program, 1 or more championships annually.

3. Optional participation as a youth class assistant with no more than 1 class weekly.

4. Shoulder chevron is placed under their rank patch.

Youth Leadership Program (12 to 15)

The primary purpose for a Youth Leadership Program is to create an opportunity for students to

develop the skills necessary for leading a group. This program is intended for enthusiasts ages

12-15 who demonstrate exceptional skills. The following are requirements for the Youth

Leadership Program:

1. Full participation in the Championship program, 2 or more championships annually.

2. Full participation as a youth class assistant 1 or 2 classes weekly.

3. Optional participation in the Merit Program using the lifestyle journal.

4. Shoulder chevron is placed under their rank patch.

Note: A “youth class assistant” is a student who assists the Trainer staff with logistical support

with all aspects of class.

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Championships and Title System

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Tiger-Rock National Tournament Circuit and World Championship System

Tournament Circuit and Championship Dates:

• Spring National Tournament Circuit: March

• World Championship: July • Fall National Tournament Circuit: September

National Tournament Circuit Event Details:

• Friday: Testing and Trainer Training

• Saturday: Championship Tournament

World Championship Event Details:

• Wednesday through Sunday: Business Seminars, Artistic Seminars, Testing

• Locations: Will alternate between Birmingham/Chattanooga/Jackson and NewOrleans/Baton Rouge

National Champion Titles

National Champion Titles can be earned by students who compete and earn points at the

National Tournaments.

National Tournament Title Point Value System

• 1st

Place: 15 points earned• 2nd Place: 10 points earned

• 3rd Place: 5 points earned

To Earn National Champion Titles:

• National Champions: Students must earn 5 or more points in a calendar year in anyNational championship.

• National Grand Champions: Students must earn 25 or more points in any categoryof competition between both National events in a calendar year.

• National Overall Grand Champions: Students must earn 50 or more points in all

combined categories between both National events in a calendar year.o Age categories for the National Championship Titles are as follows:

Tiger Cub: 4 & 5

Junior: 6-11 Youth: 12 to 15 Adult: 16 and up

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Competition Categories as described above include:

• Ho-Am form

• One-Step Sparring

• E-CAS

• Competition Sparring

• Traditional free-style forms

• Xtreme free-style forms• Synchronized Team Extreme

• Synchronized Team Traditional Free Style

• Board Breaking

• Athletic Performance & Agility Timed Course

World Championship Titles

World Championship Titles can be earned by students who compete and earn points at the

World Championships.

World Championship Title Point Value System

• 1st Place: 20 points earned

• 2nd Place: 15 points earned

• 3rd Place: 10 points earned

To earn World Championship Titles:

• World Champions: Students must earn 10 or more points in a calendar year while

competing at the World Championship.• World Grand Champion: Students must earn 20 or more points in any category of

competition in a calendar year while competing at the World Championship.

• World Overall Grand Champion: Students must earn 55 or more points in allcombined categories in a calendar year while competing at the World Championship.

• World Overall Supreme Grand Champion: Students must earn 105 or more pointsin all combined categories in a calendar year while competing at both National eventsand the World Championship.

o Age categories for the World Championship Titles are as follows:

Tiger-Cub: 4 & 5 Junior: 6-11

Youth: 12-15 Adult: 16 and up

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Competition Categories

• Ho-Am form

• One-Step Sparring

• E-CAS

• Competition Sparring

•

Traditional free-style forms• Xtreme free-style forms

• Synchronized Team Extreme

• Synchronized Team Traditional Free Style

• Board Breaking• Athletic Performance & Agility Timed Course

Champion Titles and Belt Patch

Students must pick and wear a National or a World belt patch for a calendar year, not both on

the belt. Champion belt patch are to be worn for the calendar year following the year it was

earned in. For example, a title earned during 2011 would allow students to wear that title beltpatch during 2012.

Patches

We have a National patch and a World patch. If earning both, one is chosen to wear on the

students belt with the following embroidered on them when order is placed:

• National Tournament Circuit

o 2 stars for National Champion

o 4 stars for National Grand Champion

o 6 stars for National Overall Grand Champion

• World Championship

o 2 star for World Championo 4 stars for World Grand Champion

o 6 stars for World Overall Grand Championo 8 stars for World Overall Supreme Grand Champion

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Appendix

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APPENDIX AHO-AM FORM

1. Left high block Left front stance

2. Right high block Right front stance

3. Left low block Left front stance

4. Twin low block Standing stance5. #1 Right side kick/right knife hand strike Sitting stance

6. #3 Right knife hand strike/left inner forearmblock/double punch (CAT 2)

Sitting stanceCAT 2 Stepping

7. Left front kick/reverse right punch (CAT 2) Left front stance

8. Left reverse punch (CAT 2) Right front stance

9. Right #1 round kick/right knife hand strike Right back stance

10. Left arc hand strike Left back stance

11. #3 Left round kick/double knife hand block Left back stance

12. #2 Right round kick/right knife hand low/high block(CAT 2) right knife hand strike

Right back stance

13. #2 Left front kick spin heel or crescent kick Left back stance

14. #3 Left jump front kick/twin fists Left front stance15. Right knife hand strike

16. Right #2 side kick/left knife hand X block Left back stance

17. Left reverse punch right knife hand high block Right front stance

18. Twin fists on hips Closed stance

19. Right #3 X stance side kick

20. Twin elbow Left X stance

21. Right double horizontal punch Right back stance

22. Left front/side kick/left knife hand strike Sitting stance

23. Right front/side kick/right knife hand strike

24. Right low knife hand block Right back stance

25. Left #2 twist kick Left back stance

26. Left inner/low (CAT 2) outer forearm block combination Left back stance27. Right low knife hand block Right back stance

28. Left outside block Left back stance

29. Right spin side kick/Twin high fists Right front stance

30. Right knife hand block

31. Right knife hand strike (left hand under right elbow)

32. Right low X fist block (CAT 2) Right front stance

33. Right high X knife hand block (CAT 2)

34. Left reverse punch (right knife hand on top of elbow) Right back stance

35. Left back fist (right palm on side of left fist) Left X stance

36. Left open palm down block Left cat stance

37. Right hook kick then step38. Right reverse punch left knife hand high block Sitting stance

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Ho-Am Form Stopping Points

• White & Yellow Belts (First 6 lines)

• Green & Blue Belts (First 12 lines)

• Brown & Red Belts (First 17 lines)

• Black Belt Youth/Junior (First 23 lines)

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APPENDIX B

6th , 7th , 8th Degree Pre-Test Evaluation Candidate Name: _____________________ Trainer Name: _________________________Date Candidate Completed Evaluation: _________________

Opening1. Candidate reviewed the Elements, Mission, Philosophy, and Journey.

Satisfactory Unsatisfactory

Additional Comments: ___________________________________________

Technical Drill1. Candidate reviewed all 6 Essence Elements by explaining and demonstrating.



Defense and Attack Skills1. Did candidate fulfill methods used to practice one-steps?



2. Did candidate demonstrate E-CAS against a punch from 14 different directions?



Forms1. Did candidate demonstrate all forms provided in the evaluation guide?

Suggested improvements {please provide if any suggested improvements weremade.} _________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________


2. Did the candidate understand the applied essence elements for each form?



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IX Awareness1. Were all three positions completed?


2. Were all two methods completed?


IX Nutrition

1. Was nutrition explained adequately?



Tiger-Rock Mentoring1. Did candidate explain their contribution to community service and volunteerism?


2. Did candidate explain what he/she has done to be engaged in the process of leadershipin a positive way? Did the master explain how they see themselves as part of theprocess and commit to being engaged in the process fully?



Closing

Please provide specific feedback and recommendation to the candidate. Do your recommendthis applicant for promotion. _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________

Signature of Professional Trainer and Date

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APPENDIX C

TIGER-ROCK MAI PROFESSIONAL TRAINER TESTING REGISTRATION FORM

NAME:___________________________________________ RANK:______________________________________

GENDER:_________________ DATE OF BIRTH:________________ AGE AT TIME OF TESTING______________

TRMAI MEMBER ID:__________________________ TRMAI MEMBERSHIP EXP. DATE:_____________________

TRMAI MEMBER ACADEMY:_______________________________ TRAINER:_____________________________

I WISH TO REGISTER FOR:

TRAINEE TAEKWONDO TRAINER (TTT) CERTIFIED TAEKWONDO TRAINER (CTT) CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER (CPT) and/or Certified Group Fitness Trainer (CGFT) –

Through the American Council on Exercise CERTIFIED BLACK BELT TRAINER (CBBT)

CERTIFIED INTEGRATED SYSTEMS EXPERT (CISE)

Is this a certification retest?______________________ When did you last test?______________________________

List Previous Certification No Changes:______________________________________________________________

Last Seminar Date:___________________________ Location:___________________________________________

Last National Championship:________________________ Location:______________________________________

REQUIRED INSPECTION AND RECOMMENDATION BY A FRANCHISEE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALTRAINER(S):IF TESTING FOR A PROFESSIONAL TRAINER DESIGNATION

A Franchisee Certified Professional Trainer inspected and approved your ability DATE:________________to preform the Ho-Am Form, all Cubs, Juniors, Youth, and Adult Class Planners,all one steps, escape skills, E-CAS and Taekwondo Agility Training.

A Franchisee Certified Professional Trainer inspected and approved your DATE:________________Journey document (1 copy submitted to Tiger-Rock MAI).

A Franchisee Certified Professional Trainer recommended me to test after DATE:________________inspecting and approving completion of all requirements outlined in manual.

LIST CANDIDATES FRANCHISEE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL TRAINER NAME(S): ____________________________________________________________________________________________By giving recommendation, the franchisee certified professional trainer both approves and votes to promote candidate to requestedcertification.

REQUIRED SIGNATURE FOR PROFESSIONAL TRAINER By signing below, candidate certifies on their honor that the abovedates are accurate. Any information found to be inaccurate or falsely recorded will invalidate certification results.

SIGNATURE OF CANDIDATE:___________________________________________________________________________________

Member (N) (Y) Turn-in Date (N) (Y) Documents (N) (Y) Rank (N) (Y) #NC (N) (Y)

Date Received:____________________ Staff Initials:___________________

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Candidate Name:___________________________________ Current Rank:_____________________

Testing for:___________________________ in______ ____________________ on ____/____/____

(To be completed by candidate)Physical/mental challenges and life issues that testing panel is asked to consider before making recommendation ofNO CHANGE or promotion:

Are you the Panel Leader Judge? No Yes If yes, print your name here:______________________________

Are you a Panel Judge? No Yes If yes, print your name here:______________________________

Is the one sample class planner used for testing filled out correctly? No Yes

If NO, explain:__________________________________________________________________________________

Evaluate the following areas for the above named candidate (10 minute timeframe):

Explanation of transformational language and the following 5components:

Example of Inclusive language Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Example of Action-Orientated Language Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Example of Positive/Affirmative Language Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Example of Process-Oriented Language Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Example of Awareness-Oriented Language Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Explanation of the difference and elements of the following:

Tactical Cycle Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Competition Cycle Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Explanation of the following Elements of Ho-Am TKD:

Name and explanation of the elementessence as well as the 5 Essence

componentsSatisfactory / Not Satisfactory

Comments:

Name and explanation of the elementsPhilosophy, Mission, and Journey

Satisfactory / Not SatisfactoryComments:

Explain the four class groups and how they are different:

Adult Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Junior Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Youth Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Tiger-Cubs Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:Evaluate the following areas for the above named candidate (20

minutes):

Appropriate selection and coverage of allitems in the full Class Planner.


Delivery and use of voice to create interestand passion.


Ability to frame and pre-frame instructionalsegments.


Delivery and ability to segue into each of thesegments of the sample class with a smooth

transition.Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory

Comments:

Pace of class. Satisfactory / Not Satisfactory Comments:

Use of Transformational Language. Satisfactory / Not SatisfactoryComments:

Use of and familiarity with Class Plannerconcept.


Ability to create a complete learningexperience for the student.


Based on the above areas of evaluation, do you recommend promotion for the candidate? No YesIf no, explain:

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PROFESSIONAL TRAINER FORM SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

What to do with your Tiger-Rock MAI Testing Form:

If you are testing or retesting for a Professional Trainer, check-in will be completed onsite. Registrationwill be online only. All check-ins will be held onsite. All copies must have been made in advance.

What you will need to bring the day of Trainer testing:

1) Testing for Professional Trainer:a. Receipt showing registration/payment for test registration fee completed online (teaching

certificate will be valid until the end of the calendar year).b. Total of 4 copies of the PROFESSIONAL TRAINER TESTING FORM (completed and signed

by all parties. Front and back of the form must be copied, front and back on one sheet ofpaper).

c. 1 bound copy of completed Journey document.2) To RETEST for Trainer and have not skipped more than one testing while maintaining training:

a. Your RETEST is at no charge.b. Receipt showing registration for test registration completed online (teaching certificate

will be valid until the end of the calendar year).

c. Total of 4 copies of the PROFESSIONAL TRAINER TESTING FORM (completed and signedby all parties. Front and back of the form must be copied, front and back on one sheet ofpaper).

d. 1 bound copy of completed Journey document.

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APPENDIX D

TRMAI HIGH RANK TESTING REGISTRATION FORM

NAME: ________________________________________________________RANK: ________________________

GENDER: __________DATE OF BIRTH: __________________ AGE AT TIME OF TESTING ________________

TRMAI MEMBER ID: ______________ TRMAI MEMBER ACADEMY: ____________________________________

TRMAI MEMBERSHIP EXP DATE: _____________FRANCHISEE PROFESSIONAL TRAINER: ______________

I WISH TO REGISTER FOR _______ TH DEGREE TESTING

Is This A Rank Retest? _____________When did you test last?__________________________________________

List Previous Rank No Changes: __________________________________________________________________

Last World TRMAI Event Date: ________________________ Location: __________________________________

Last National TRMAI Event Date: _________ Location: _____________________Event Type:_________________

NECESSARY INSPECTION & RECOMMENDATION BY CANDIDATE’S FRANCHISEE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL

TRAINER

IF TESTING FOR 4TH DEGREE THROUGH 9TH DEGREE BLACK BELT:

FRANCHISEE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALTRAINER(S) INSPECTED AND APPROVED MY:

9 Mile Walk Report (Sr. 5th Degree and above only)

Journey Document

Thesis (9th degree only)

Franchisee Certified Professional Taekwondo Trainer gave recommendation to test on ______________

(Date and Time of Day)

I _________________ have reviewed and complied with all testing guidelines posted on the Tiger-Rock MAI

website and within all manuals.

Signed: ___________________________ Date:_____________________________

I understand that if I have not completed all requirements my rank will be invalidated.

LIST CANDIDATE’S FRANCHISEE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL TAEKWONDO TRAINER

___________________________________ ___________________________________

By giving recommendation, Candidate’s Professional Trainer(s) both approves and votes to promote candidate to

requested rank.

REQUIRED SIGNATURE FOR HIGH RANK TESTING By signing below, candidate certifies on their honor that

the above dates are accurate. Any information found to be inaccurate or falsely recorded will invalidate rank results.

SIGNATURE OF CANDIDATE: ___________________________________________________________________

Member (N) (Y) Turn-in Date (N) (Y) Docs (N) (Y) Rank (N) (Y) #NC (N) (Y)

Date Received: _____________ Staff Initials: _________

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Candidate Name__________________________ Current Rank_______Prev. NCs at this rank_______

Testing for________________________in_____________________________________on___/___/___

(To be completed by candidate)

Physical/mental challenges and life issues that testing panel is asked to consider before making

recommendation of NO CHANGE or promotion:

Are you an Artistic Panel judge?............NO YES If yes, print your name here__________________

Are you the Mistake judge?............NO YES If yes, print your name here______________________

Mistake Judges to complete the following chart for the below named Candidate:

FORM

MISTAKES

YES / NO

List NO CHANGE mistakes:

E-CAS YES / NO

BOARD

BREAK YES / NO

ORAL YES / NO H I G H

R A N K

T E S T I N G

Artistic Panel Judges to complete the following chart for the below named Candidate:

FORM

NC

Mistakes

Yes / No

PASS

NC

Comments:

SPARPASS

NC

Comments:

E-CAS

PASS

NC

BOARD

BREAK

PASS

NC

Comments:

ORAL PASS

NC

Comments:

FINAL

SCORE

PASS

NC

Comments:

C did t N