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CLASSIFICATION OF UMPIRE (Simpan Jongyu)
Umpires are divided into class A and B, the former for international matches and the latter for national matches.
Qualification of an International Umpire:
The International Taekwon-Do Federation appoints as an international umpire those who are 4th degree and above and have passed the umpire's course conducted by the International Taekwon-Do Federation.
A class A umpire must be accredited with years of match experience and can judge international matches in any country at any time, whenever requested by the International Taekwon-do Federation.
Qualification of a National Umpire:
A class B umpire is selected from among 2nd degree and above and qualified by his parent association. He can judge national matches1) only.
All umpires, when judging competitions, must dress as follows:
1. White long-sieeved shirt 2. Blue tie (solid–one color only) 3. Blue pants 4. White running shoes or soft white rubber soled shoes 5. White socks
