Category: Training
Let Us Begin Again
Thank you all for your patience. I have returned and recalibrated after my trip to Japan. We will begin classes again this week on the regular schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays from 18:00-19:00. Our focus this week will be to review and refresh. Let’s get… Continue Reading “Let Us Begin Again”
Soar Training
No class the week due to my temporary duty in Japan for the next 90 days. I will publish weekly workouts beginning next week. Continue to train and practice at least 3 times a week. Four times is better. If you have any questions,… Continue Reading “Soar Training”
Soar Training: Soo Ki (수 기)
This week, we focus on hand techniques. 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 blocking (막기 [mahk kee] defense techniques), remember… Continue Reading “Soar Training: Soo Ki (수 기)”
SOAR Training: Hyungs
We will begin this week with the ever-important Hyung. Hyungs 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… Continue Reading “SOAR Training: Hyungs”
Meditation of the Week: No Retreat in Battle
While the immediate meaning is likely clear, the word “battle” is significantly more potent. Primarily, “battle” refers to self-defense or non-consensual conflict. This may be a verbal or a physical altercation. Either way, we are to train in such a way that we do… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: No Retreat in Battle”
SOAR Tang Soo Do 