Category: Training

Soar Training: Soo Ki

This week, we are working on hand techniques and Il Soo Sik Soo Ki. When loading strikes or blocks, be sure to fully load everything. Don’t take shortcuts in training; it will get faster with proper practice. Be patient and not “overly ambitious.” For… Continue Reading “Soar Training: Soo Ki”

Meditation of the Week: Attitude 1

Purpose of training should be enhancement of mental and physical betterment. The attitude requirements of Tang Soo Do are designed for mastery of the art. The first attitude requirement of Tang Soo Do deals with the purpose of training. Why do we train in… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Attitude 1”

Soar Training: Hyungs

First of all, Happy Thanksgiving. I pray that you each enjoy your time with family and friends while you share what I am sure will be a feast. Don’t forget to recall all that God has brought you through this past year. It may… Continue Reading “Soar Training: Hyungs”

Soar Challenge: 100 Forward Rolls

This week I challenge you to 100 Forward Rolls (50 on each shoulder). Remember what we went over in class last week, roll over the top of your shoulder and not on the side. Imagine yourself as a ball when your feet go over… Continue Reading “Soar Challenge: 100 Forward Rolls”

Meditation of the Week: Indomitable Spirit

An indomitable spirit is a tenacious strength to persevere, and to rise above one’s  self. Indomitable spirit is: “…the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress and grow brave by reflection. It is the business of little-minds to shrink, but… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Indomitable Spirit”