1. What Is a Designated Sports Business?
Under Korea's Sports Promotion Act, businesses that provide training in designated sports (taekwondo, judo, boxing, hapkido, etc.) must register as a designated sports business (체육도장업) with the local government.
2. Eligibility Requirements
- At least one certified instructor (단증 보유자) for the relevant sport
- Facility must meet minimum area requirements (varies by sport)
- Safety equipment and mats/flooring appropriate to the sport
3. Required Documents
- Sports business registration application
- Instructor's certification (단증, grade certificate)
- Facility lease agreement
- Floor plan showing training area
- Safety equipment list
4. Application Procedure
- Submit to local district office (시/군/구청)
- Facility inspection
- Registration certificate issued (approx. 7–14 business days)
FAQ
Q. Does a yoga studio need this registration?
A. Yoga is generally not a designated sport, so a different registration (체육시설업) may apply. Confirm with the local sports authority.
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