Preparing for grading 30 Days Before…
- Master A Slater 7th Dan

- Aug 24
- 1 min read

KNOWLE TKD
30-Day Grading Prep Checklist
Prepare with clarity, confidence, and control.
🥋 Daily Practice
☐ Pattern Practice (10–20 min)
☐ Kick Drills (10–15 min)
☐ Sparring Skills (2–3 rounds)
☐ Conditioning (15–20 min)
☐ Theory Practice (15 min)📅 Weekly Goals
Week 1–2
☐ Clean up diet
☐ Review patterns slowly
☐ Practice terminology
☐ Build cardio base
Week 3
☐ Simulate grading pattern
☐ Practice theory aloud
☐ Increase sparring intensityWeek 4
☐ Final polish
☐ Light meals
☐ Mental rehearsal
☐ Prioritize sleep
🥗 Fuel & Rest
☐ Hydration (2–3L/day)
☐ Protein with every meal
☐ Whole carbs for energy
☐ Healthy fats for joints
☐ Sleep 7.5–9 hrs/night
☐ Foam roll or stretch daily
☐ Rest day (Sunday)🧘 Mindset Training
☐ Visualize grading day
☐ Practice breathing (Box: 4-4-4-4)
☐ Rehearse entering dojang
☐ Speak pattern meanings aloud
☐ Review instructor feedback
🏁 Final 5 Days
☐ Day 25: Full simulation
☐ Day 26: Light review
☐ Day 27: Recovery + visualization
☐ Day 28: Final polish
☐ Day 29: Rest + mental prep
☐ Day 30: Grading Day — arrive early, breathe,
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