A well-kept dobok looks sharp, lasts years longer, and sends a signal of discipline before your child ever throws a kick. Here's how to care for it properly.
Wash After Every Class — No Exceptions
Sweat breaks down fabric over time and breeds bacteria. Letting a dobok sit unwashed between classes accelerates wear and causes odors that don't fully come out. Make washing after every session a non-negotiable habit.
Cold Water, Gentle Cycle Only
Hot water shrinks cotton-blend doboks significantly — sometimes an entire size after one wash. Always use cold water and a gentle or delicates cycle. This applies to both the KWON Basic 5oz Dobok and heavier competition-weight uniforms.
Skip the Dryer
The dryer is the enemy of a white uniform. Heat sets stains, yellows white fabric over time, and causes shrinkage. Hang the dobok to air dry — it will hold its shape, stay white longer, and dry quickly in Florida's heat.
Keeping It White
For stubborn mat marks or grass stains, a small amount of oxygen-based whitener (not chlorine bleach) on the spot before washing works well. Chlorine bleach weakens fabric fibers and will yellow white doboks with repeated use.
Belt Care
Most instructors advise never washing a belt — the tradition holds that washing away the sweat removes the hard work embedded in it. If you do wash it, lay flat to dry to prevent the fabric from warping. Our KWON Standard Belts are built to hold their shape and color through years of training.
When to Replace
A dobok that's torn, heavily stained, or significantly too small sends the wrong message in class and in competition. Sizing up as your child grows isn't a cost — it's part of taking the art seriously. Our uniforms start at $38.99 and come in sizes to fit the smallest beginners.
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