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Tang Soo Do

THE FIVE CODES OF TANG SOO DO

- Loyalty to Country
- Obedience to Parents
- Honor Friendship
- No Retreat in Battle
- In Fighting, Choose with Sense and Honor

THE SEVEN TENETS OF TANG SOO DO

- Integrity
- Concentration
- Perseverance
- Respect and Obedience
- Self-Control
- Humility
- Indomitable Spirit

THE FOURTEEN ATTITUDE REQUIREMENTS

1. Purpose of training should be enhancement of mental and physical betterment.
2. Serious approach
3. All out effort.
4. Maintain regular and constant practice.
5. Practice basic techniques all the time.
6. Regularly spaced practice sessions
7. Always listen to and follow the direction of instructors or seniors.
8. Do not be overly ambitious.
9. Frequently inspect your own achievements.
10. Always follow a routine training schedule.
11. Repeatedly practice all techniques already learned.
12. When you learn new techniques, learn thoroughly the theory and philosophy as well.
13. When you begin to feel idle, try to overcome this.
14. Cleanliness is required after training. Keep yourself and your surroundings clean.

World Tang Soo Do Association Insignia

Six Stars:
Represents the six inhabited continents and shows that Tang Soo Do is now worldwide.
Red Circle:
Unity and brotherhood.
Globe:
Means our organization covers the world.
Bottom Belt:
Master's Belt - represents the ultimate goal of all Tang Soo Do students.
Um, Yang:
Red and blue half-circle symbol represents universal concept of opposing but complimentary forces. It is also the central symbol of the Korean flag where Tang Soo Do originated.
Flying Sidekick:
Represents the special and unique character of Tang soo Do and the whole person concept.
Practitioner:
Mastering the art of Tang Soo Do.
Color Combination:
Red, blue, black.

Purpose of Tang Soo Do Traning

1. SELF-DEFENSE
We protect our lives and possessions from injustice and danger.

2. HEALTH
We promote our physical and spiritual health and enjoy strong bodies and sound minds through rigorous training.

3. BETTER PERSON
We strive to be of better character through endurance and hard work.

In today's hectic society, there is no doubt that we need self-defense skills. Equally important are physical fitness and methods for the release of daily stress---No matter whether you are seeking self-defense, better health, physical fitness or discipline, our Tang Soo Do can meet your needs. However, Tang Soo Do has its own unique character which differentiates it from any other form of martial arts or martial sports. Tang Soo Do not only teaches physical techniques but also trains us to practice "DO" way of life through practice of the five virtues; "IN" -humanity, "UI"-righteousness, "YIE"-etiquette, "JI"-wisdom and "SHIN"-trust. When we reach the ultimate level of "DO", we can live in perfect harmony with the laws of nature.

Reference: TANG SOO DO - Student's Manual
By The World Tang Soo Do Association

Reference: Tang Soo Do Essence Volume I by Jae C. Shin.
This book available for purchase - visit www.worldtangsoodo.com

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Starting Closing Class

Cha Ryut	Attention
Kuk Gi Bay Ray	Bow To Flag
Ba Ro	Return
An Jo	Sit
Muk Nyum	Meditation
Ba Ro	Return
Sa Bom Nim Kay Kyung Ret	Bow To Master Instructor
Kyo Sa Nim Kyun Ret	Bow to Certified Instructor
Sun Beh Nim Kay Kyung Ret	Bow to Senior Members
Sahng Ho Kan E Kyung Ret	Bow To Partner
Shim Sa Kwan Ge Kyung Ret	Bow to Judge Or Examiner
Kwan Jang Nim Kay Kyung Ret	Bow to the GrandMaster

Basic Stance

Jhoon Bee Jaseh	Ready Stance
Chun Gul Jaseh	Front Stance
Hu Gul Jaseh	Back Stance
Kee Ma Jaseh	Horse Stance
Sa Ko Rip Jaseh	Side Stance
Kyo Cha Rip Jaseh	Cross-Legged Stance

Commands In Training

Ku Ryung	Counting
Ku Ryung E Mat Cho So	By The Count
Ku Ryung Up Shi	Without Count

Cha Ryut	Attention
Kyung Ret	Bow
Tora	Turn
Jhoon Bee	Ready
Si Jak	Begin
Ba Ro	Return
Shio	Relax / Rest

Sip Sam Seh Poem

Never neglect any of the Sip Sam Seh.
The source of the will is in the waist.
Pay attention to the slightest change from full to empty.
Let energy flow through the whole body continuously.
Stillness embodies motion, motion stillness.
Seek stillness in motion.
Surprising things will happen when you meet your opponent.
Give awareness and purpose to every movement.
When done correctly all will appear effortless.
At all times pay attention to the waist.
Relaxed clear awareness of abdomen, the energy can be activated.
When the base of the spine is erect, energy rises to the top of the head.
The body should be flexible.
Hold the head as if suspended from a string.
Keep alert and seek the meaning and purpose of your art.
Bent and stretched, open and closed, let nature take its course.
Beginners are guided by oral teaching.
Gradually one applies himself more and more.
Skill will take care of itself.
What is the main principle of the martial arts?
The mind is the primary actor and the body the secondary one.
What is the purpose and philosophy behind the martial arts?
Rejuvenation and prolonging of life beyond the normal span.
So and eternal spring.
Every word of this song has enormous value and importance.
Failing to follow this song attentively, you will sigh away your time