World Taekwondo (WT) — the Olympic martial art. Build kicking technique, discipline, and belt progression in a structured, fun, and empowering environment.
Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and the world's most widely practiced martial art, with over 80 million practitioners in 210 countries. It is the only martial art to be included in the Olympic Games.
At Champs Academy, we teach World Taekwondo (WT) — the Olympic style. Our curriculum is structured around belt progression, technical skill development, and the core tenets of Taekwondo: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit.
Taekwondo is one of the most complete martial arts for child development — physically, mentally, and socially.
The structured nature of TKD training directly improves a child's ability to focus and follow instructions — skills that transfer directly to school.
Flexibility, coordination, strength, and cardiovascular fitness — TKD develops the whole body in a fun and engaging way.
The belt system gives children clear, achievable goals. Each promotion builds confidence and teaches them that hard work pays off.
Children learn real self-defence skills in a safe environment, giving parents peace of mind and children the confidence to handle difficult situations.
Bowing, listening to instructors, and respecting training partners — TKD instills a deep sense of respect and self-discipline.
As skills develop and belts are earned, children naturally become more confident — in the dojo and in everyday life.
Our structured belt curriculum gives students clear milestones to work toward. Each belt represents a new level of skill, knowledge, and character development.
Based on Consistent Training of Minimum 2 Classes Per Week
| Belt | Time |
|---|---|
| White to White/Orange | 1–2 months |
| White/Orange to White/Green | 1–2 months |
| White/Green to White/Blue | 2–3 months |
| White/Blue to White/Red | 2–3 months |
| White/Red to YELLOW | 2–3 months |
| Transition to Jr. Champs | Minimum 6 years old |
Based on Minimum Training of Twice / Week Consistently
| Belt Level | Minimum Time Requirement |
|---|---|
| White Belt | 1–2 Months |
| Yellow Stripe | 1–2 Months |
| Yellow Belt | 2–3 Months |
| Green Stripe | 3–4 Months |
| Green Belt | 3–4 Months |
| Blue Stripe | 3–4 Months |
| Blue Belt | 3–4 Months |
| Red Stripe | 4–6 Months |
| Red Belt | 4–6 Months |
| Red/Black Stripe | 6–9 Months |
| Cho Dan Bo (Black Belt Candidate) | 6–12 Months |
Join Champs Academy Barrie and start your child's Taekwondo journey today. First class is always free.