There are 10 Geups until Black Belt and 9 Dans after.
The word “Geup” or “Gup” or “Kup” – means rank in Korean.
The word “Dan” – means degree in Korean, it is used to designate ranks of Black Belts.
White
Signifies innocence, as that of the beginning student who has no previous knowledge of Tae Kwon-Do.
Yellow
Signifies earth, from which a plant sprouts root as the Tae Kwon-Do foundation is being laid.
Green
Signifies the plant’s growth, as Tae Kwon-Do skills begin to develop.
Blue
Signifies heaven, toward which the plant matures into a towering tree as training in Tae Kwon-Do progresses.
Red
Signifies danger, cautioning the student to exercise control and warning the opponent to stay away.
Black
Opposite to white, therefore signifying maturity and proficiency in Tae Kwon-Do. Also indicates the wearer’s imperviousness to darkness and fear.
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