What is uniform called in taekwondo?
Dobok
Dobok is the uniform worn by practitioners of Korean martial arts. Do means “way” and bok means “clothing.” The dobok is related to the Japanese keikogi/dōgi, used in Japanese martial arts, such as judo.
What color are taekwondo uniforms?
For all styles of taekwondo, the basic taekwondo uniform is white, but there are many variations. For example, Instructors (especially high-level Black Belts) as well as Black Belt Club, Demo Team, and Leadership Team members may be given different color uniforms.
How do I choose a taekwondo uniform?
When choosing the size of the uniform choose the larger size if there is a size difference between height and weight. For example, if the student’s height is 4’3″ (size 0) but their weight is 60 lbs (size 00), choose the larger size (size 0).
What size taekwondo uniform do I need?
Taekwondo Uniforms Sizing Chart
| Size | Height | Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| 00 | 3’9″ – 4’0″ | 40 – 60 |
| 0 | 4’1″ – 4’4″ | 55 – 70 |
| 1 | 4’5″ – 4’8″ | 65 – 90 |
| 2 | 4’9″ – 5’0″ | 85 – 110 |
What are the 3 types of uniform in Taekwondo?
Tae Kwon Do uniforms come in three pieces: pants, jacket, and belt. Belts are earned and are usually given by or purchased from your dojang or martial arts gym, though kids’ uniform sets may come with a basic white belt.
Can you wear a black uniform in Taekwondo?
In Taekwondo the taekwondo uniforms can have, in the V-neck the color of your grade with either a black or red stripe, at the same time as your keikogi can be black when you reach that belt.
Do Taekwondo uniforms shrink?
Most martial arts uniforms will shrink when washed in hot water, especially those made from 100% cotton. Although the initial shrinking during the first wash/dry cycle is by far the greatest, it is in general recommended to wash your uniform in cold water and hang to dry as this greatly reduces the shrinking.
