GENERAL FAQ

Q. What distinguishes Tae Kwon Do from other martial art forms ?
Originating in Korea, Tae Kwon Do utilises superior kicking techniques to give an increased reach, power and height advantage over an opponent. In addition Tae Kwon Do students perform a variety of upper body techniques of which include punching, blocking and striking. Tae Kwon Do students also regularly perform self defence combinations, referred to as Ho-Shin-Sul, influenced heavily from Hapkido, defending against locks, grabs, and break falling.
Q. At what age can my child start Moon Lee Tae Kwon Do ?
We accept children from the age of 5 years or first year schooling. Most children at this age are aware of moral concepts and the consequences of their actions. Generally, children younger than this age may have difficulty focusing over an hour-long class which may deter the child from martial arts and all its long-term life skill benefits.

Am I ‘too old’ to join ?
Originating in Korea, Tae Kwon Do utilises superior kicking techniques to give an increased reach, power and height advantage over an opponent. In addition Tae Kwon Do students perform a variety of upper body techniques of which include punching, blocking and striking. Tae Kwon Do students also regularly perform self defence combinations, referred to as Ho-Shin-Sul, influenced heavily from Hapkido, defending against locks, grabs, and break falling.
Q. Is Tae Kwon Do a good health and fitness activity ?
Yes. Within each class instructors aim to improve students strength, coordination, balance, endurance and flexibility. We utilise all major muscle groups to achieve an all-round workout. As Tae Kwon Do primarily focuses on leg techniques, our activities will significantly increase calorie burning, which may assist in personal weight loss.

Q. How much does it cost ?
Students are not required to pay a membership fee or joining fee, you simply pay by calendar month and only for the months in which you train. This means students are not obliged to commit to any contracts or billing agreement. Our fee structure is one of the lowest with family and quarterly concessions available; with instructors committed to providing training to students all year round. For a full breakdown of monthly fees, see what’s the cost.
Q. Can I compete in championships with Moon Lee Tae Kwon Do ?
Moon Lee Tae Kwon Do choosees to promote the traditional form of Tae Kwon Do. We aim to perfect our technique for self defence situations as opposed for competition. We believe the traditional martial art form builds physically and mentally stronger students. We do however hold an internal club championship, where students can come together from across the state and compete in individual and group form, sparring, self defence and breaking techniques.

Q. I’ve done martial arts before, can I transfer my rank ?
Generally speaking, no, this includes higher ranked Dans from other Tae Kwon Do schools. However, in some instances transferring students may be upgraded accordingly due to safety reasons. Each student will be assessed by Master Moon Lee, senior instructors and your local instructor prior to advancement.
Q. How long does it take to become a black belt ?
With continuous training twice a week, in addition to personal training outside of class, students will be ready to apply for a Black Belt grading under Master Moon Lee and the senior instructors after 2 and 1/2 years. This however is relative to a student’s abiltiy and dedication. On average, only a small percentage of students who started as white belts will achieve Cho Dan Bo Black Belt level. It is at this stage students will begin to ‘truly learn’ the way of Tae Kwon Do.
Q. Do you train with weapons ?
No. By Autralian law, no member of the public is permitted to carry a weapon, it is therefore unnecessary to teach. Instead we make use of our mind and body, our primary tools for self defence. We train to protect ourselves against weapon attacks and disarming our opponents.