What is tang soo do?
Tang Soo Do is a Korean martial art that combines powerful kicks, dynamic hand techniques, and fluid movements. With roots in Korean Tae Kyon, Chinese Shaolin, and Japanese Shotokan, Tang Soo Do is an organized idea that is expressed physically. Its name reflects the shared cultural background between China and Korea, with “Tang” referring to the T’ang Dynasty, “Soo” meaning hand but implying a self-defense system, and “Do” meaning path or way of life.
Tang Soo Do’s emphasis on character development sets it apart from other martial arts. Practitioners are encouraged to embody the tenets of the martial art, including courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit. Through training, individuals can develop not only physical strength and martial arts skills but also mental discipline and personal growth.
A typical Tang Soo Do class teaches a variety of techniques, from strikes and blocks to kicks and forms. Students also learn sparring, self-defense, and weapons techniques in a challenging yet achievable environment focused on progress rather than perfection. Tang Soo Do’s ultimate goal is to develop the whole person and promote peace, harmony, and understanding among all people and cultures.
HISTORY OF OUR STYLE
TANG SOO DO — MOO DUK KWAN
In 1945 Kwan Jang Nim Won Kuk Lee formed Tang Soo Do (China Hand Way) and taught Kwan Nim Hwang Kee, who formed Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan 1947, who taught Kwan Jang Nim Jae Chul Shin, formed the World Tang Soo Do Association in 1984, who taught Kwan Jang Nim Robert Cheezic who formed
Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation in 1960 who taught Kwan Jang Nim Charles Ferraro, who formed Tang Soo Mi Guk Kwan in 1995, (his primary instructor however was Kwan Jang Nim Hyun Chul Hwang), who Kwan Jang Nim David L. Sgro, who formed San Kil Tang Soo Do May 30,
YONG GI TANG SOO DO ACADEMY
YOUR MARTIAL ARTS JOURNEY BEGINS HERE
Welcome to the Yong Gi Tang Soo Do Academy! We strive to help students become physically fit, improve self-confidence, and capacity for self defense in a positive, family friendly environment. Our classes promote self-discipline, self-control, honor, respect, courtesy, and perseverance. As a school, we understand that everyone works and learns differently, so we strive to make sure every student learns and understands the art. We believe everyone benefits through the lessons and applications learned from our training. This manual contains the basics of what you need to know as you progress through the ranks to be the best you can be! So enjoy, as you improve your fitness and learn the style of Yong Gi Tang Soo Do!
EIGHT KEY CONCEPTS
YONG GI – COURAGE
CHUNG SHIN TONG IL – CONCENTRATION
IN NEH – ENDURANCE
CHUNG JIK – HONESTY
KYUM SON – HUMILITY
HIM CHO CHUNG – CONTROL OF POWER
SHIN CHOOK – TENSION AND RELAXATION
WAN GUP – SPEED CONTROL
10 ARTICLES
OF FAITH
1.WORK HARD
2.DO YOUR BEST
3.LISTEN TO YOUR PARENTS
4.LISTEN TO YOUR TEACHERS
5.WHEN YOU LISTEN, YOU LEARN
6.BE POSITIVE
7.FOLLOW DIRECTIONS
8.STOP USING THE WORD “CAN’T”
9. DON’T MISUSE KARATE
10.DEVELOP SELF-DISCIPLINE