Hi everyone,
I hold a 3rd Dan Black Belt through the Progressive Taekwondo & Budo Alliance (which may be disbanded, now that I'm looking online), which derives its Taekwondo style from Songham and Moo Duk Kwan traditions. Last year, I joined the AAU and attended a competition in Olympic style sparring. I did okay for my first try: only 2 fights, 1 win, 1 loss. It was a lot of fun, and I'd like to continue this pursuit. But I do have a couple of questions:
- How far will I be able to go in Olympic style without a Kukkiwon black belt?
- Are there any opportunities to go from amateur to professional competitive Taekwondo?
Thanks
I hold a 3rd Dan Black Belt through the Progressive Taekwondo & Budo Alliance (which may be disbanded, now that I'm looking online), which derives its Taekwondo style from Songham and Moo Duk Kwan traditions. Last year, I joined the AAU and attended a competition in Olympic style sparring. I did okay for my first try: only 2 fights, 1 win, 1 loss. It was a lot of fun, and I'd like to continue this pursuit. But I do have a couple of questions:
- How far will I be able to go in Olympic style without a Kukkiwon black belt?
- Are there any opportunities to go from amateur to professional competitive Taekwondo?
Thanks