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”
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)”
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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Ho Sin Sul is Korean for self-defense. This week we will shift our focus to close-quarters defense from grabs and clinches. There are many ways to escape from various attacks, and we will begin reviewing some of those options. It is common for these defense… Continue Reading “Soar Training: Ho Sin Sul”