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The British Taekwondo Poomsae Referee Department is pleased to deliver an online ‘Poomsae Freestyle Referee Course’, designed to ensure domestic referees remain fully aligned with the latest World Taekwondo Freestyle Poomsae rules, regulations, and scoring methods.

This course provides essential updates, practical judging guidance, and structured learning suitable for both new and experienced officials.

This course is open to individuals on the British Taekwondo UK Poomsae Domestic Referee Pathway and serves as both a qualification course and a refresher for existing referees. Attendance is appropriate for:

The British Taekwondo Poomsae Referee Department is pleased to deliver an online ‘Poomsae Freestyle Referee Course’, designed to ensure domestic referees remain fully aligned with the latest World Taekwondo Freestyle Poomsae rules, regulations, and scoring methods.

This course provides essential updates, practical judging guidance, and structured learning suitable for both new and experienced officials.
This course is open to individuals on the British Taekwondo UK Poomsae Domestic Referee Pathway and serves as both a qualification course and a refresher for existing referees. Attendance is appropriate for:
  • All Domestic Poomsae Referee Classes (Class 3, Class 2, Class 1)
  • Existing referees requiring an update to maintain active status
  • Officials past and future class promotions within the domestic pathway
Participants must be 18 years or older at the time of the course.

Course Objectives

Participants will gain a clear and practical understanding of:
  • The latest WT Freestyle Poomsae competition rules
  • Scoring criteria for technical skills, presentation components
  • Interpretation of compulsory elements and scenario-based examples
  • Music integration, rhythm, creativity, and performance expression
  • Age divisions, performance duration, and uniform regulations
  • Best‑practice judging standards and common error identification
Content & Learning Modules
The course is delivered through structured online modules, including:
  • Rulebook Breakdown: Detailed explanation of WT Freestyle Poomsae regulations
  • Technical Elements: Jumping kicks, spinning techniques, acrobatic components, transitions
  • Presentation Criteria: Creativity, harmony, expression, and synchronisation with music
  • Video Case Studies: Real‑time scoring practice using official performance footage
  • Judging Consistency: How to apply deductions, evaluate difficulty, and maintain fairness
  • Q&A Session: Opportunity to clarify rule interpretations with course instructors
Testing & Scoring Software Requirement
To support accurate and standardised judging practice, participants will use the designated Freestyle Poomsae scoring and testing software/app during the course.
This platform provides:
  • Real‑time scoring input
  • Standardised scoring panel layout
  • Automatic deduction tracking
  • Available in both Apple and Android devices