Category: Training
Written Test and Ho Sin Sul
This week is an important one. Our written test is due before class on Thursday. Other than the written exam, this week is a focus on Ho Sin Sul (self-defence), rolls and falls, and sparring. After this week, we will have a one-week as… Continue Reading “Written Test and Ho Sin Sul”
SOAR Challenge: The Iron Chamber
Instead of focusing on the strike itself, this challenge forces you to build the muscular endurance needed to hold a perfect chamber for any kick. The Rules: What this challenge accomplishes: Pro-Tip: If you feel your chest leaning back or your base leg wobbling,… Continue Reading “SOAR Challenge: The Iron Chamber”
SOAR Training: Soo Ki (수기) & Jok Ki (족기) Basics
Let’s get to the basics. We will spend time on foundational techniques and accelerate to advanced applications as time permits. Stances: 자세 (Jah Se) Our three basic action stances are Front Stance, Horseriding Stance, and Fighting Stance. From these stances, we can perform all… Continue Reading “SOAR Training: Soo Ki (수기) & Jok Ki (족기) Basics”
SOAR TRAINING: SOO KI (HANDS)
It’s time to begin another week. With this week, I want you to focus on your hand techniques. Do not be surprised if we move on to kicking one steps and ho sin sul. When you load your strikes or blocks, be sure you… Continue Reading “SOAR TRAINING: SOO KI (HANDS)”
SOAR Training: Hyungs
Hyungs (Forms or patterns) are as basic and as complicated as you make them. Studying the Hyungs allows us to gain deep insight into the intricacies and creative application of various techniques within Tang Soo Do. These obviously include punching and kicking, but Hyungs… Continue Reading “SOAR Training: Hyungs”
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