Debok
The uniform worn by a participant is known as a dobok, and is usually white in colour,but some uniforms may also be black. A black dobok is usually worn by instructors or special teams such as demonstration teams.The dobok is tied around the waist with a coloured belt, and also features a matching set of trousers.
Belt
One of the most distinguishing features of taekwondo is the belt.Participants have to wear a belt reflects their rank that and level they are at, with the darker coloursusually indicating a higher rank.Beginners typically wear a white belt, and switch it for darker colours once they have passed their promotion tests.
Head Guard
A Head Guard is a must have item when sparring! WTF Taekwondo allows full contact head and body shots, so protecting the head is mandatory.the head protector resembles the ones used in water polo. It covers both ears to protect the competitor from sustaining any serious ear and head injury during the competition.
Hogu
The trunk protectors, also known as hogu, are wrapped around an individual’s chest to protect his torso and is considered one of the most important protective equipment in the sport. This is because the chest is one of the areas that endures the most impact during competition, with opponents frequently kicking and hitting the chest with the fists.
Shin And Arm Guard
The shin and forearm guards, which protects the participant from sustaining any injuries caused by kicks and hits to these areas.Shin bones are very sensitive, and a stray kick or clumsy block will result in tears if the shin bone is struck.The foot contains lots of very small and very delicate bones.