Category: Training

Soar Training: Jok Ki (족기)

In the world of karate, Tang Soo Do’s differences are most apparent in kicking – dynamic, high, and arial. The kicking is what makes Korean karate distinct. A flying side klick is on our association flag and seal! This week, we will practice basic… Continue Reading “Soar Training: Jok Ki (족기)”

Soar Training: Soo Ki (Hands)

We are back to our normal schedule this week. Thank you so much for your patience over the last couple of weeks. We are working on hands techniques (Soo Ki) and Hands One-Steps (Il Soo Sik Soo Ki) this week. The basic hand strikes… Continue Reading “Soar Training: Soo Ki (Hands)”

Soar 100 Challenge: Ninja Speed

Here is your weekly SOAR Challenge. Remember you must complete at least 6 challenges in the testing cycle to be eligible to test for you next belt.  This week I challenge you with something a little different. For years, I have used a website… Continue Reading “Soar 100 Challenge: Ninja Speed”

Saturday Class

It is that time to have our off-cycle class tomorrow – Saturday, 29 Jan – from 0900-1100. I am half way through this semi-TDY class. Still, I am excited to spend two hours with you tomorrow morning at the normal gym. Our concentration will… Continue Reading “Saturday Class”

Soar 100 Challenge: Squat Roundhouse Kick

The challenge this week is 100 Squats with Roundhouse Kicks (Tollyo Cha Ki). You may space-out and break-up the kicks any way you wish, but the challenge is to complete 100 on each leg this week. Notice where is your weight is setting in your hips,… Continue Reading “Soar 100 Challenge: Squat Roundhouse Kick”