Respect & Courtesy

The utmost respect must be given to one's country, flag, parents, and Taekwondo instructor. Courtesy and respect should be extended to all fellow humans and particularly to those of older age. It is mandatory that students are courteous and respectful of each other, particularly those of higher ranking belts.

Modesty

Taekwondo students are expected to be humble about their accomplishments. Bullies and braggarts have no place in Taekwondo. One should have a quiet feeling of pride in his achievement, but need not feel compelled to advertise this accomplishment.

Self-Control

One should never lose his or her temper. One's skills are seriously diminished if controls over emotions are lost. Moreover, one should never use Taekwondo except in self-defense.

Perseverance

It is normal to become discouraged occasionally, particularly when pursuing an activity sufficiently challenging to be truly worthwhile. However, one should persevere until mastery is accomplished. Never quit. Never give up.

Indomitable Spirit

This is an expansion of all the other points in the Taekwondo doctrine. A Taekwondo practitioner should use his or her skills and education to fight injustice. One should strive to overcome personal weakness in all areas of life and be a credit, always to himself or herself and this sport.