FAQ

Registration & Equipment

Who can join?

We are open to all Brown University students and faculty members. Every experience level is welcome, from complete beginners to experienced black belts.

How do I register?

Registration takes place at the start of each semester, and we offer trial classes at the beginning of fall semester. Follow the steps here to get your registration squared away!

What equipment will I need?

New members will need a dobok (uniform), and sparring gear. For detailed instructions, see here.

Are there club dues?

Yes, the registration fee is $75 per semester.

Do you offer need-based financial aid?

Yes, absolutely! Please do not let financial concerns keep you from joining. For more information, send us an email at president.browntkd@gmail.com.

I attend RISD. Can I join?

Unfortunately, if you are solely a RISD student, you cannot join BTKD. If you are a Brown-RISD dual-degree you are eligible to join the club!

Tournaments

Where do we compete?

We compete in ECTC (Eastern Collegiate Taekwondo Conference) and NCTA (National Collegiate Taekwondo Association) tournaments. Every year, we typically compete in four to six tournaments, including MIT, Cornell, Brown, Princeton, UVM, and nationals (varies by year).

Who can compete?

All registered Brown University students are eligible to compete in ECTC (Eastern Collegiate Taekwondo Conference) Tournaments. Students may compete in NCTA (National Collegiate Taekwondo Association) tournaments up to one year after graduation.

That being said, any given student's final eligibility is also dependent on approval from the Instructional Board. Please direct any concerns towards them.

Is competing dangerous?

During contact sparring all competitors are required to wear protective gear which significantly reduces the danger of injuries. Injuries are not unavoidable, but the chances of injury are reduced.

Additionally, our instructors are trained to put safety first at all points. Classes are taught in such a way that injuries are minimized. If an instructor notices signs that a student may be at risk of an injury during matches, they are instructed to pull the match in interest of safety for the student.