What is a Master?

A Master is a person who has mastered the practical aspects of Taekwondo. In the United States Chung Do Kwan Association, all 4th Degree Black Belts are immediately eligible for the Associate Masters Degree. If they wish to master the art of teaching, they must continue the process of being upgraded in the Master Instructors Degree System. The training period at this level may be as much as fifteen to twenty years, depending upon the consistency, teaching abilities of the individual, personal growth and contribution to the goals and vision of the United States Chung Do Kwan Assoc.

• A Master has learned how to conquer any obstacle that would hinder him from developing as a whole person, in mind, body, or spirit.
• A Master must also have organizational skills in order to be a leader.
• A Master should be a role model who practices good morals by setting an example through his lifestyle.
• A Master is sensitive to the needs of others and practices the principles of the three F's when dealing with relationships, by being:
  • Firm-Standing for what he believes in, therefore gaining respect.
  • Fair-Showing compassion by listening to the needs and suggestions of others.
  • Friendly-Keeping the lines of communication open.
• A Grandmaster is a teacher of Masters. The Kwan'Jang is a Senior Grandmaster, equivalent to the Head Dean of a college.

In 1968, Grandmaster Sell created and documented his Instructor Degree program. This system allows those Black Belts who wish to pass their knowledge on to others to progress not only in Black Belt rank, but also in elevated teaching skill levels.

The USCDK Instructors Degree Program has allowed tremendous growth in this national association because of the incentives that have kept the retention of the Black Belt students who has the wish to become an Instructor.

The following titles are earned independently of the rank with specific requirements and prerequisites to achieve them.

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