A form of etiquette used inside and outside of the do-jang, which includes being polite, helpful, respectful, thoughtful, and well-mannered.
A code of ethics which allows one to have a sense of right and wrong and to act with honesty, morality, and honor regardless of benefit or punishment.
The ability to continue to work toward a goal and overcome obstacles, opposition, discouragement, and difficulties with determination.
The ability to control one's actions, thoughts, and emotions regardless of the circumstances.
An attitude that gives a person courage to face adversity or injustice, so that one cannot be easily subdued or defeated.
Victory means to win, but not necessarily over another person. One can also achieve victory by conquering one's own inability. If you practice the previously named tenets, your victory over yourself is assured.
Extra Tenets
The ability to concentrate on a task, target, technique or instructor during class or testing, and not become distracted.
Following a set of rules and expectations. Self-control of one's thoughts and actions.
The act of being considerate, polite, and appreciative.
A technique used in training, where the body parts in motion are moving in opposite direction, giving the movement more power, speed, and balance.
Translated as the way of breathing from the lower body. Breathe in through the nose and out through the mouth in equal parts.