The lack of color signifies purity and innocence. The novice has no knowledge of tae kwon do.

The following is the requirements for testing for 9th Gup (Yellow Stripe)

Blocks: Down Block, Rising Block, Middle Block, Knifehand Block, Inside Forearm Block

Kicks: Front Snap Kick, Round House Kick, Side Thrust Kick (In Place)

Strikes: Single Punch, Cross Body Punch (to Head)

Stances: Front Stance, Back Stance, Side (Straddle) Stance

Form: Ki-Bon