• We have many groups in all countries that are working together and forming one body, but also in many countries there are independents who operate alone. However, if you choose to be independent (i.e. a direct member) you will not lose any benefits as this is our policy.
• You can still take part in events being hosted by the main groups and just network with them. ITF Union is about freedom, so we will not tie you down.

We are a non profit making International ITF body, therefore there are no joining fees. We have seen many NEW ITF groups appear since the founders’ passing and seen the same policy used on most. ITF Union is about freedom and choice, therefore there is no joining fee as we are about putting TaeKwondo back together and not creating more divides.

• ITF Union is about freedom. As an example, our members based in the U.K and other countries host many Open events over the year, attracting many practitioners. This also includes practitioners from outside of ITF Union.
• ITF Union encourage its members to organize events helping to unite the Taekwon-Do practitioners from any ITF body.
• ITF Union Executive Board organizes World events like World Championships and World Cups by having agreements with organizers willing to host such a Championship.

1. This information will be supplied once you have e-mailed your interest.
2. We will not publish that you have applied for membership until you have made your final decision.
3. Your initial enquiry is confidential until you make the decision to join our family

Degree Requirements 15/05/20

• 1st to 2nd degree – 1.5 years (a candidate testing for 2nd degree must be minimum 13 years of age)
• 2nd to 3rd degree – 2 years
• 3rdto 4th degree – 3 years (a candidate testing for 4th degree must have at least 21 years old)
• 4th to 5th degree – 4 years
• 5th to 6th degree – 5 years
• 6th to 7th degree – 6 years (a candidate for 7th degree must be at least 38 years old)
• 7th to 8th degree – 7 years
• 8th to 9th degree – 8 years (a candidate for 9th degree must be at least 55 years old)

Deduction time

In order to receive a deduction time between degree only those participating at an IIC may deduct a maximum period from 3 to 6 months during their waiting time for any new degree.

There is NO obligation to participate at an IIC however, it is highly recommended.

Deduction schedule

3rd to 4th degree

1. Participation at one IIC / 3 months reduction during waiting time.
2. Participation at a second IIC / 4 months reduction during waiting time.
3. Participation at a 3rd IIC / 5 months reduction during waiting time.
4. Participation at a 4th IIC / 6 months reduction during waiting time.

4th to 5th degree

1. Participation at one IIC / 3 months reduction during waiting time.
2. Participation at a second IIC / 4 months reduction during waiting time.
3. Participation at a 3rd IIC / 5 months reduction during waiting time.
4. Participation at a 4th IIC / 6 months reduction during waiting time.

5th to 6th degree

1. Participation at one IIC / 3 months reduction during waiting time.
2. Participation at a 2nd IIC / 4 months reduction during waiting time.
3. Participation at a 3rd IIC / 5 months reduction during waiting time.
4. Participation at a 4th IIC / 6 months reduction during waiting time.

6th to 7th degree

1. Participation at one IIC / 3 months reduction during waiting time.
2. Participation at a 2nd IIC / 4 months reduction during waiting time.
3. Participation at a 3rd IIC / 5 months reduction during waiting time.
4. Participation at a 4th IIC / 6 months reduction during waiting time.

7th to 8th degree

1. Participation at one IIC / 3 months reduction during waiting time.
2. Participation at a 2nd IIC / 4 months reduction during waiting time.
3. Participation at a 3rd IIC / 5 months reduction during waiting time.
4. Participation at a 4th IIC / 6 months reduction during waiting time.

8th to 9th degree

1. Participation at one IIC / 3 months reduction during waiting time.
2. Participation at a 2nd IIC / 4 months reduction during waiting time.
3. Participation at a 3rd IIC / 5 months reduction during waiting time.
4. Participation at a 4th IIC / 6 months reduction during waiting time.

N.B.; to receive a reduction any participant from 3rd to 9th degree must be in possession of the teaching licence.