United States National Taekwondo Federation
Meaning of the belt colors.
 
White Belt
Signifies innocence, as that of the beginning student has no previous knowledge of Taekwondo.
 
Yellow Belt
Signifies Earth, from which a plant sprouts and takes root, as Taekwondo foundation is being laid.
 
Orange Belt
Signifies the sun, as a student now becomes shining towards the sun.
 
Green Belt
Signifies the plants growth as the Taekwondo skill begins to develop.
 
Blue Belt
Signifies the heaven toward which the plant matures into a towering tree as training in Taekwondo progresses.
 
Purple Belt
Signifies majestic, as the student rises towards the mountains.
 
Brown Belt
Signifies deep knowledge as the Taekwondo student becomes aware of the true meaning of the tenents of Taekwondo.
 
Red Belt
Signifies danger, cautioning the student to exercise care and control and warns opponents to stay away.
   
Black Belt The opposite of white, signifies maturity and proficiency in Taekwondo. Also signifies the wearer's imperviousness of darkness and fear.
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