The SMS Tae Kwon Do School teaches both the Pal Gwe and Tae Guk poomsae (patterns) in the manner of the WTF (World Tae Kwon Do Federation). There are 20 patterns in total, which must be learned prior to reaching the level of black belt. Master Kim does not believe in requiring formal testing dates for patterns and belt elevation. Master Kim continuously tests his students in every facet of their performance. He decides whether a student has completely mastered the required poomsae and techniques, including possessing the requisite level of skill in all other areas of training in order to progress to the next level.
White belt
H-Forms 1,2,3 (Kicho Il Bon, Yi Bon and Sam Bon)
Sar Bang Pang-wi (4 sided block)
One-step sparring:1-5
Basic understanding of kicking, punching, blocking and other important skills and techniques
Yellow belt
Pal Gwe Il Jang, Tae Guk Il Jang
Pal Gwe Yi Jang, Tae Guk Yi Jang
Pal Gwe Sam Jang, Tae Guk Sam Jang
Pal Gwe Sa Jang, Tae Guk Sa Jang
One-step sparring: 6-10
At this level, the student joins the sparring circle and begins to develop control and understanding of the various fighting techniques
Green belt
Pal Gwe Oh Jang, Tae Guk Oh Jang
One-step sparring:11-15
Purple belt
Pal Gwe Yuk Jang, Tae Guk Yuk Jang
One-step sparring: 16a, 16b-20
Brown belt
Pal Gwe Chil Jang, Tae Guk Chil Jang
At this level, students are expected to know all One-step sparring forms from 1-20
Black belt
Pal Gwe Pal Jang, Tae Guk Pal Jang
One-step sparring: 21
Three-step sparring: 1-2
Grappling (Self defense): 1-2
Student must be able to demonstrate ability to use various combinations and techniques while sparring