Why We Bow

Do you know why we bow? We bow for many reasons. When we enter the school, we bow and say, "Hello Sir! Hello Ma'am!" We do this to show respect for our Instructors and to prepare ourselves for class. Remember, Tae Kwon Do exercises both your mind and body! That bow helps get your mind, as well as your body, ready for an active workout!

A bow is also a way of making a promise. In class, we promise not to hurt one another as well as to respect one another. Bowing helps us to remember and recommit to that promise each and every time we work together!
Bowing is also a way of making a promise to yourself - a promise to do your very best! When we practice at our best, we perform better under pressure - like during testing or at tournaments.

When we leave the school, we should always say, "Goodbye Sir! Goodbye Ma'am!" in order to show respect for our Instructors and let the staff know that you are leaving for the day!