21. A Brief History Of Cheezic Tang Soo Do From 1936 to 1945 he combined soo bahk do with the tang Method and developed whatwas to be known as Moo Duk Kwan tang soo do, even though it was officially http://www.ccsu.edu/karate/history1.html

A Brief History of Cheezic Tang Soo Do Tang Soo Do is a relatively modern martial art. However, its basis, the Korean art of Soo Bahk Do, dates back many centuries. Soo Bahk was first developed during the Silla Dynasty (618 - 935 AD) but gained most of its popularity during the Koryo Dynasty (935 - 1392 AD). Tang Soo Do is a composite style, made up of 60% Soo Bahk Do, 30% Northern Chinese 10% Southern Chinese. Tang Soo Do is both a hard and soft style, deriving it's hardness from Soo Bahk Do and its soft flowing movements from the Northern Chinese systems. Its Kicking Techniques , for which Tang Soo Do is unsurpassed, are based on Soo Bahk Do. The man who developed Tang Soo Do is Grand Master Hwang Kee. He mastered Tae Kyun (another Korean system not related to Tae Kwon Do) and Soo Bahk Do at the age of 22. At that time (1936) he traveled to Northern China. There he encountered a Chinese variation of martial artistry called the Tang Method. From 1936 to 1945 he combined Soo Bahk Do with the Tang Method and developed what was to be known as Moo Duk Kwan Tang Soo Do, even though it was officially registered in Korea on November 9, 1945 as Korean Soo Bahk Do Association. Our Senior Master Instructor, Master Robert Cheezic, studied the art of Tang Soo Do with Grand Master Jae C. Shin while he was in the Air Force stationed in Korea (1959 - 1961). In 1961, he returned to his native town of Waterbury, Connecticut, USA, and started teaching his newly learned art. Since that time he has trained over 300 Black belts himself and they have in turn gone on and trained approximately 100 of their own Black belts. It is this solid commitment to teaching Tang Soo Do that has made Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation one of the most respected Karate Federations today.

22. American Tang Soo Do - What Is Tang Soo Do? starting out as Hwa soo do (Way of the Flowering Hand), then tang soo do to gainacceptance in Japanese influenced Korea, and incorporated as Su bahk do. http://www.atsdkarate.com/tangsoodo.html

What is Tang Soo Do? Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan Tang Soo Do (The Way of the Empty Hand or China Hand) Tang: Tang Dynasty of China (Where martial arts are said to originate.) Soo: Hand Do: Way Tang: Kara Soo: Te Modern Moo Duk Kwan as a style was founded on November 9, 1945 in Seoul, Korea by Hwang Kee, with "Tang Soo Do" ( Hwa Soo Do) as the art, and the school or style being "Moo Duk Kwan." Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan (As with almost all other styles) is a composite of many other disciplines: Tae Kyon (Kicking), Various Japanese styles (i.e.: Shotokan & Okinawan styles), and forms, hand techniques, and personal research by Hwang Kee, the systems founder. Tang Soo Do has a varied and interested beginning starting out as Hwa Soo Do (Way of the Flowering Hand), then Tang Soo Do to gain acceptance in Japanese influenced Korea, and incorporated as Su Bahk Do. As with many Korean arts, Tang Soo Do is said to have its roots in the Moo Yei Do bo Tong Ji, which is an ancient martial arts book found in Korea but written in Chinese. The book seems to be in three parts: the first general opening, Chinese Weapons , and the Kwon Bup. Organizations Some of the better known organizations are: United States Soo Bahk Do Federation , headed by Hwang Kee International Tang Soo Do Federation U.K.

23. Moo Duk Kwan Soo Bahk Do And Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan soo bahk do and tang soo do, Korean Arts Home, Hapkido,Classical Artwork. Founded in 1945 by GrandMaster Hwang Kee, Moo http://webf2156.ntx.net/rob/koreanart3.htm

Moo Duk Kwan Soo Bahk Do and Tang Soo Do Korean Arts Home Hapkido Classical Artwork Founded in 1945 by GrandMaster Hwang Kee, Moo Duk Kwan Soo Bahk Do represents a combination of techniques and philosophy gathered from the indegenous Korean martial arts as well as other influence from China. The name of the art itself is a composite measure, referring to its technical and philosphical nature and suggests a translation of "Institute of Martial Virtue." Having its roots in battlefield combat refined in Buddhist monasteries, Moo Duk Kwan is the philosophical aspect while Soo Bahk Do (combat with bare hands and feet) is the more technical aspect. If a picture could say 1000 words, it is this... the embodiment of all that is so beautifully and symbolically Korean The art itself demands more from the practitioner then a mere mastery of bodily movements, as it requires a more complete mastery of ones entire body and coordination. Tempered by years of attack on ancient Korea from neighboring Japan and China, the art is inherently flexible. Once again, this can be seen in its more traditional aspects contrasted with Tae Kwon Do. Tang Soo Do is a modern art having roots in ancient Korea and Soo Bahk Do and represents a composite style comprising of both hard and soft aspects. Early evidence of this ancient form of Korean martial art appeared during the Three Kingdom era of ancient Korea (57 BC-935 AD) and was known as Hwa Rang Do. Modern martial practice in Korea can be traced back to these origins, and indeed modern Tae Kwon Do emerged after a nomenclature distinction of the former Tang Soo Do, to distinguish the art from any erroneous Chinese ties associated with the Tang Dynasty (617-907 AD). Modern Tang Soo Do practitioners strive to maintain a more traditional value system, founded on respect, discipline, self-control and self improvement as well as proper etiquette aligned with living a healthy happy life. Grandmaster Jae C. Shin is the founder of the World Tang Soo Do Association, and is one of the leading figures of martial arts in the world today.

24. Kim's Karate Tang Soo Do Academy Tongji. It was written in 1790 AD and contained illustrations that substantiatethe theory that soo bahk Ki, the formal name for tang soo do, had quickly http://kimskarateacademy.com/about.html

Home About Tang Soo Do Class Schedule Benefits of TSD ... Photo Album Special Offer! First Lesson FREE! Call today! About Tang Soo Do Meaning of Tang Soo Do Literally translated, the word Tang means T'ang Dynasty of China, which reflects the shared cultural background between China and Korea ( 617-907 AD ). Soo means hand, but it implies fist, punch, strike, or defence, etc. Do means way of life or art. Thus Tang Soo Do means the Korean classical martial art which legendarily was influenced by the T'ang method of martial art. The Ten Articles of Faith Be loyal to your country. Be obedient to your parents. Be loving between husband and wife. Be cooperative between brothers. Be faithful between friends. Be respectful to your elders. Be faithful between teacher and student. Know the difference between good and evil. Never retreat in battle. Always finish what you start. Origin The exact origin of Tang Soo Do, as well as of any martial arts in general, is obscure, although there are a number of historical theories. However, the most credible and traditional view is that martial arts originated not in any one country, but in almost all parts of the globe, as they were needed be primitive people. Development in Early Ages Medieval Development The Unified Silla Kingdom was overthrown by a warlord, Wang Kun, in 918 AD, and a new kingdom called "Koryo" lasted for 475 years. In 1392 AD, the new kingdom, Yi Dynasty, succeeded and lasted about 500 years. Approximately a thousand year period elapsed between the two dynasties. Tang Soo Do became very popular with the general public. In those days it was called Kwon Bop, Tae Kyun, Soo Bahk, Tang Soo, etc. The very first complete martial art book was written at this time. This most important book is called "Mooyae Dobo Tongji." It was written in 1790 AD and contained illustrations that substantiate the theory that "Soo Bahk Ki," the formal name for Tang Soo Do, had quickly developed into a sophisticated art of combat techniques.

25. The History Of Tang Soo Do It was written in 1790 and contained illustrations that substantiated the theorythat tang soo do (formally called soo bahk Ki ) had quickly developed into a http://www.josefikskoreantsd.com/history.htm

Josefiks' Korean Tang Soo Do, Inc., Master Gary S. Josefik 418 N. 6th Street, Phillipsburg, Pa 16866 Phone: (814) 342- Winners refuse to let fear control them. Winners are people like you. menu Home Page Meet Grandmaster Shin About Master Josefik - Master's Scrapbook E-mail Directory Locations - Altoona - Clarion - Huntingdon - Morrisdale - Potter's Mills - Tyrone Kickboxing Classes Children's Training Tiny Tiger Classes General Student Information - Korean Terminology - History - The Uniform - Folding Your Uniform - How To Tie Your Belt Picture Gallery Frequently Asked Questions Martial Arts Links Martial Arts Humor Philosophy of the Belt System Guestbook Send Us Your Questions and Comments Origin The exact origins of Tang Soo Do, as well as all other martial arts, is obscure, although there are a number of historical theories. The most traditional view is that martial arts did not originate in any one country, but evolved in all parts of the globe as a method of self-defense that was needed by primitive people. Development in Early Years The ancestral art of Korean Tang Soo Do can be traced back to the period when Korea was divided into three kingdoms: Koguryo was founded in 37 BC in northern Korea. The Silla Dynasty was founded in 57 BC in the southeast peninsula. The third kingdom, Paekche was founded in 18 BC.

26. USADOJO.COM: About Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan do Moo Duk Kwan. Whilst tang soo do is a generic term, soo bahk do and Moo Duk Kwan are not. They were developed by Grandmaster http://www.usadojo.com/aboutmoodukkwan.htm

ABOUT TANG SOO DO MOO DUK KWAN In 1945 Grandmaster Hwang Kee founded the martial arts system of "Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan". It originated from the ancient Korean martial art "Soo Bahk Ki" and was influenced by Northern and Southern Chinese sysems, such as the Tang method. The art was renamed Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan in 1994, in accordance with the wishes of the Grandmaster. The name reflects the increased pure Korean influence Grandmaster Hwang Kee has introduced and shows that we are still evolving as a "living art". Soo Bahk Do is not a sport. As a classical martial art its purpose is to develop every aspect of the self to create a mature person who totally integrates his/her body, spirit, emotions and intellect. This integration helps to free a person from inner conflict and develops an ability to deal with the outside world in a mature, intelligent, forthright and virtuous manner. Grandmaster Hwang Kee founded his first Soo Bahk Do school under the name of Moo Duk Kwan. A brief meaning of these words is a brotherhood and school of stopping inner and outer conflict and developing virtue through Soo Bahk Do training. Moo Duk Kwan is the mental direction and focus; it is the philosophy that supports the techniques of Soo Bahk Do. Combined, these two aspects enable total development of the self, each enhancing the other. This harmony creates an awareness of being that makes Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan training a valuable art form.

27. History Of Tang Soo Do - North American Tang Soo Do Association - The Korean Mar It was written in 1789 AD and contains illustrations that substantiate the theorythat soo bahk Ki , the formal name of tang soo do, had quickly developed http://www.northamericantangsoodoassociation.com/history/

The exact origin of Tang Soo Do, as well as any martial art, is obscure, however there are a number of historical theories. The most credible and traditional view is that martial arts originated not in any one country, but in almost all parts of the globe, as they were needed by primitive people for survival. Early Ages The ancestral art of Korean Tang Soo Do can be traced back to the period when Korea was divided into Three Kingdoms. Koguryo was founded in 37 BC in northern Korea. The Silla Dynasty was founded in 57 BC in the southeast peninsula, and Paekche was founded in 18 BC. After a long series of wars, the Silla Dynasty united the Three Kingdoms in 668 AD. During this time the primitive martial arts were very popular in warfare. This is evidenced by mural paintings, ruins, and remains, which depicted Tang Soo Do in those days. Among the three kingdoms the Silla Dynasty was most famous for its development of martial arts. A corps formed of young aristocrats who were called "Hwa Rang Dan" was the major group who developed these arts. These warriors were instrumental in unifying the peninsula as the new Silla Dynasty (668 AD - 935 AD), and furnished many of the early leaders of that dynasty. Most Korean martial arts trace their spiritual and technical heritage to this group. The names of some groups and arts reflect this, such as Hwa Rang Do, or Hwa Soo Do. Medieval Development The unified Silla Kingdom was overthrown by a warlord, Wang Kun, in 918 AD and a new kingdom, called "Koryo", lasted for 475 years. In 1392 AD the New Kingdom, Yi Dynasty succeeded and lasted about 500 years. Approximately a thousand year period elapsed between the two dynasties. Tang Soo Do became very popular among the military society. However, most importantly, this art also became very popular with the general public. In those days it was called Kwon Bop, Tae Kyun, Soo Bahk, Tang Soo, etc.

28. Taekwondo Hapkido Web Guide - Taekwondo Video's promote, and preserve the ancient selfdevelopment techniques of soo bahk US soobahk do Moo Duk Kwan Federation World Moo Duk Kwan tang soo do Federation www http://www.personainternet.com/~bainr/hoshinsool/tangsoo.htm

TAEKWONDO Organizations Schools Resources Videos HAPKIDO Organizations Schools Resources Videos KOREAN ARTS TangSooDo KukSoolWon Hwarangdo HanMuDo ... Other Styles MISC. INFO General Info Supplies Lists/Groups Home GUESTBOOK View Guestbook Sign Guestbook Guestbook ... Archive HOT LINKS MA Search Engine Vote for this site at BudoSeek! Great Taekwondo Website Hapkido Resources Ray Terry's MA Website E-MAIL TANG SOO DO TANG SOO DO ORGANIZATIONS Canadian Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Federation. Nae Weh Shim Karate Center. Affiliated with the U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan American Tang Soo Do Association Committed to helping TSD instructors with a strong national org. that allows them to build on tradition. GM Richard Byrne. Continental Tang Soo Do Federation J. Kim Tang Soo Do Martial Arts

29. History Of Tang Soo Do dobo Tongji. It was written in 1790 and contained illustrations that substantiatethe theory that soo bahk Ki, the formal name of tang soo do, had quickly http://www.uwplatt.edu/~karate/history.html

HISTORY OF TANG SOO DO As written in the Tang Soo Do Korean Martial Arts Beginners Manual The exact origin of Tang Soo Do, as well as of any of the martial arts in general, is obscure although there are are a number of historical theories. However, the most credible and traditional view is that the martial arts originated not in any one country, but in almost all parts of the globe, as they were needed by primitive people. The ancestral art of Korean Tang Soo Do can be traced back to the period of three kingdoms. At that time, Korea was divided into three kingdoms. Among the three kingdoms, the Silla Dynasty was most famous for its development of martial arts. A corps formed by young aristocrats who were called "Hwa Rang Dan" was the major group who developed those arts. These warriors were instrumental in unifying the peninsula as the new Silla Dynasty (688 AD - 935AD), and furnished many of the early leaders of that dynasty. Most Korean martial arts trace thier spiritual and technical heritage to this group. The names of some groups of arts reflect this, such as Hwa Rang Do or Hwa Soo Do. Our Five Codes of Tang Soo Do, originated by Won Kwang, a monk, are part of the spiritual heritage.

30. Kickboxing Martial Arts Fitness. Boxing, Karate, Taekwondo, Tae Kwon Do Info At tang soo do TSD WORLD; tang soo do/soo bahk do information aboutthe history, philosophy and practice of this Korean martial art. http://www.kickboxing.com/knowledge/search/styles/tangsoodo.htm

Channels Aikido Boxing Brazilian JiuJitsu Capoeira ... Advance Karate School - teaching the Korean art of Tang Soo Do. Master Melissa Paone, owner/instructor. Cheezic Tang Soo Do Federation - promoting the traditional Korean martial art. Delaware Tang Soo Do Academy, The - dedicated to preserving and teaching the traditional Korean martial art. Pine Bush Tang Soo Do Karate - place to study the martial art of Korea. Scotland Tang Soo Do - information and links to clubs in Scotland. Tang Soo Do Karate Association - newsletter, membership information, terminology, and more. Tang Soo Do TSD WORLD Tang Soo Do/Soo Bahk Do - information about the history, philosophy and practice of this Korean martial art. U.S Soo Bahk Do - Tang Soo Do - Moo Duk Kwan Fed. Web Page

31. Brandywine Martial Arts Korean Peninsula. Many organizations were founded with various namessuch as soo bahk do, tang soo do, Tae soo do and so on. At the http://www.brandywinemartialarts.com/bma_about.asp?Page=AboutTSD

32. Tang Soo Do History In 1945, Moo Duk Kwan was found in order to spread, prosper and create understandingof soo bahk do (now called tang soo do), which is the special martial art http://www.tang-soo-do.org.uk/history.html

Below you will find what I think you will agree is one of the most complete and unbiased recordings of the history and background of Tang Soo Do. I have reproduced it from a news letter titled 'Tang Soo Do's News-Letter'. Volume 1, Number 1, Dated May 1977. A copy of which I have had on my book shelf for many years. Unfortunately there is no reference to the author at all. I respectfully acknowledge that this article is reproduced without permission. However, in the true spirit of Tang Soo Do, I have done so to further the understanding and promotion of our martial art, for students past, present and future. T he necessity to know history. In 1945, Moo Duk Kwan was found in order to spread, prosper and create understanding of Soo Bahk Do (now called Tang Soo Do), which is the special martial art of Korea, and has a long history and tradition. The foundation of Moo Duk Kwan has remained unshakable by the cooperation and efforts of all members and persons who are interested. The fame of Moo Duk Kwan has grown not only in Korea, but all over the world. Now, although technique is very important, theory has to be taught for the purpose of the increase of Tang Soo Do and the martial arts. First of all, therefore, all members must perfectly understand the foundation theory of rational history about the art. From time to time some members who have excellent skills deviate from the right path because they do not know and understand it's true history and the foundation. So it is very important to study history and the foundation theory.

33. The Style And Art Of Tang Soo Do means Institute of Martial Virtue. The Moo Duk Kwan combined the soo bahk do ofKorea with the Chinese martial arts known in Korea as tang soo do, or way of http://www.tang-soo-do.org.uk/thestyle.html

T he martial art of Tang Soo Do is relatively modern, but it's roots lie in the ancient Korean art of Soo Bahk Do, which can be traced back many centuries. Tang Soo Do is a style composed from three major areas and styles, which are Soo Bahk Do (60%), Northern China Kung Fu (30%) and Southern China Kung Fu (10%) Literally translated, the word TANG means T'ang Dynasty of China which reflects the shared cultural background between China and Korea. SOO means hand, but it implies fist, punch, strike or defence. DO means way of life or art. Thus TANG SOO DO means the korean classical martial art which was influenced by the T'ang method of martial art. The final translation can be put together as the rather poetical - WAY OF THE CHINA HAND Tang Soo Do is both a 'hard' and a 'soft' style of martial art, with the hard external influence coming from the Soo Bahk and the soft internal from the Northern Chinese systems. Both of which can easily be recognised in the Hyungs (forms) that are practised within the style. The purpose of Tang Soo Do training is not for fighting, but to perfect techniques which will enhance your total self. If the occasion arises when you must defend yourself, of equal importance is the development of the proper spirit to supplement the physical skills which are attained.

34. The Swinburne Tang Soo Do Martial Arts Club tang soo do is a composite style of soo bahk do influenced by nothern Chinesearts and Tae Kyun, the kicking techniques and eastern wisdom. http://www.swin.edu.au/ssa/clubs/tang/

Join the best club on campus! Wednesdays 6:30pm! Our End of Year BBQ at Valley Reserve ang Soo Do is a Korean Martial Art , enourmously popular overseas and in Australia, which fosters physical, mental and spiritual well being. Tang Soo Do is a great way to get fit, make new friends, and learn self defense. The club's chief instructor is Master Kyu Sik Shin: 8th Dan , former Chief Insturctor of Tang Soo Do to the US Army in Korea, international referee and adjudicator with over forty five years active training experience and thirty years experience as an instructor. Before he moved to Australia, Master Shin was Chief Instructor for the South East Asia region, which encompassed Maylasia, Singapore and Brunei. The club has a 1 1/2 hour main training session each Wednesday at 6:30pm during the year, and a secondary training (day to be announced) most likely on Fridays at 6pm for those club members wishing to work on their technique. Your first two lessons are free , so come down to the Sports Centre at the Hawthorn Campus and try Tang Soo Do. The option of yearly or semester tuition is available should you wish to join the club. We provide all necessary training equipment, such as mats and kick bags. Turn up in loose clothing or a uniform if you have one. The club arranges gradings and competitions throughout the year, including sending teams representing Swinburne to the Australian University Championships. Social functions are also a feature of the Tang Soo Do Club's activities.

35. Achievements Of The Opened the goodwill tang soo do demonstration with American and Chinese martialartists in the Citizen Hall, sponsored by the Korean soo bahk do Assosiation. http://www.budget.net/~dnolan/Achievements_Soo_Bahk_Do.htm

Achievements of the Soo Bahk Do Association Publications: Apr 1950: Published the first Tang Soo Do book, written by Grandmaster Hwang Kee. Jul 1958: Published the second Tang Soo Do book, written by Grandmaster Hwang Kee. Jun 1960: Published a book about self-defense issued through the Moo Duk Kwan. Sep 1960: Grandmaster Hwang Kee publishes the monthly Moo-Yei newspaper. Demonstrations and Tournaments: Jul 1949: The first Tang Soo Do demonstration is performed at the Yong-San Transportation High School. Mar 1950: Conducted a Tang Soo Do demonstration at the Ministry of National Defense. Jun 1953: Conducted a Tang Soo Do demonstration at the Police Professional School. Oct 1955: Conducted a goodwill Tang Soo Do demonstration with Chinese martial artists. Nov 1955: Conducted a Tang Soo Do demonstration at the central gym on the 1Oth anniversary of liberation. Aug 1957: Conducted a Tang Soo Do demonstration at the public Citizen's Hall in memory of the 12th anniversary of the Moo Duk Kwan. Nov 1957: Sent a Tang Soo Do team to participate in the All Army Martial Arts Tournament. Feb 1958: Tang Soo Do was first televised in Korea

36. Tang Soo Do and southern Chinese Kung Fu styles. tang soo do contains a mix of60% soo bahk do, 30% northern Kung Fu and 10% southern Kung Fu. http://216.199.151.206/Tang Soo Do.htm

History Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan was developed by Grandmaster Hwang Kee after extensive training in the Korean martial art of Soo Bahk Do, along with training in both northern and southern Chinese Kung Fu styles. Tang Soo Do contains a mix of 60% Soo Bahk Do, 30% northern Kung Fu and 10% southern Kung Fu. While many of its techniques are similar to those of Tae Kwon Do, Tang Soo Do differs in its approach. Tang Soo Do training is generally more traditional. TMAC blends aspects of various other martial art styles like Zen Do Kai, Aikido, Shotokan, Jujitsu and Tai Chi, in the one-steps, self defense and other training techniques. As the students progress, they are also taught the traditional weapons of Jo, Bo, Tonfa, Nunchaku and Sai. Send e-mail to info@tmacnet.com

37. Tang Soo Do - HISTORY tang soo do is a composite style of soo bahk do influenced by northern Chinesearts and Tae Kyun, the kicking techniques and eastern wisdom. http://home.vicnet.net.au/~stsd/history.htm

A Brief History of Tang Soo Do: istorical evidence of organised fighting forms in Korea date back many centuries. Further records reveal that elite groups of warriors were trained in Martial Arts to serve their kingdom and country. These warriors were trained in a wide range of armed and unarmed combat skills. The fighting systems practised by these warriors were called Soo Bahk Do. However during the Yi Dynasty (1392-1910) the Koreans also developed various kicking techniques which are called Tae Kyun. Tang Soo Do is a composite style of Soo Bahk Do influenced by northern Chinese arts and Tae Kyun, the kicking techniques and eastern wisdom. Today's Tang Soo Do is recognised to be based on the Moo Duk Kwan style. The Moo Duk Kwan Tang Soo Do school was founded by Master Hwang Kee in 1945. Tang Soo Do is a classical martial art, not a sport. Though it is not essentially competitive, it has great combat applications. As a classical martial art, its purpose is to develop and grow every aspect of the self to produce a mature person who has totally integrated their intellect, body, emotions and spirit. This integration helps to free one from inner conflict, to be able to deal with the outside world in a mature manner. The Objective of Tang Soo Do: o help the individual develop Mentally, Physically, and Spiritually, and in doing so gain more knowledge of the self by increasing self awareness and developing a greater sensitivity towards all things in nature.

38. TSD History The History of Moo Duk Kwan, soo bahk do, tang soo do. Moo Duk Kwan wasnow divided into two arts; Tae Kwon do and soo bahk do tang soo do. http://www.fctsd.com/history.html

HISTORY. The History of Moo Duk Kwan, Soo Bahk Do, Tang Soo Do. In 1933, Great Grandmaster Won Kook Lee the founder of Chun Do Kwan was teaching Tang Soo Do, but not as an official martial art. Great Grandmaster lee says most Tae Kwon Do masters who are today in their late 30s and older started as Tang Soo Do Practitioners and in later years changed to Tae Kwon Do. Moo Duk Kwan, which means "Martial Virtue Institute" was official founded in Seoul, Korea on November 9, 1945 by Grandmaster Hwang Kee. His endless efforts and contributions saw branch schools expanding throughout the country. In September 1953, Grandmaster Hwang Kee formed the Korean Tang Soo Do Association with Moo Duk Kwan, as it's primary member. Later in December of that same year, he tried unsuccessfully to unite with the Korean Athletic Association. In June 1960 Grandmaster Hwang Kee renamed his Organization to Korean Soo Bahk Do Association and again tried to join the Korean Athletic Association in March of 1965. Unfortunately, the effort failed again. The following month, a majority of senior Moo Duk Kwan members voted to join the Korean Tae Kwon Do Association. Moo Duk Kwan was now divided into two arts; Tae Kwon Do and Soo Bahk Do Tang Soo Do. On November 20, 1965, Grandmaster Kang Ik Lee was elected first President of Tae Kwon Do Moo Duk Kwan. On July 27, 1971, Grandmaster Chong Soo Hong became the next Moo Duk Kwan President. In 1974 he was also appointed Vice President of Kuk Ki Won and in 1989 Vice President of the Korean Tae Kwon Do Association. Other Moo Duk Kwan Presidents who followed were Seok Kim and Nam Do Choi. In the years to follow, Grandmaster Yong Hon Kim was appointed to the President job for the Korean Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan Society, several attempts were made to reunite the two Moo Duk Kwan organizations, however; none of them were successful.

39. PSMAG - Penn State Martial Arts Group five point code of conduct, which exists today as the Five Codes of tang soo do. spirit,and the martial arts of this time, then call soo bahk, were practiced http://www.psmag.org/tangsoowho.html

40. Other Online Sources The History of tang soo do Moo Duk Kwan Interesting information about GrandmasterHwang Kee and Moo Duk Kwan. soo bahk do Home page More information on the http://www.brown.edu/Students/Tang_Soo_Do/Sources.htm

If you'd like to find out more about Tang Soo Do, there are other sources of information online. The Brown Tang Soo Do club maintains this list of other places for you to visit. Right now, there aren't that many, so you can help us by telling us about any other sources that you know of. You can either mail us the information, or use the form that we provide. Please note that the sites listed here are not maintained by Brown Tang Soo Do. We are not responsible for any information that they contain. Remember that there are different styles of Tang Soo Do, and that the information you find may be different from what you have learned from your instructor. If you become confused, always consult your instructor, who can help explain the differences to you. Martial Arts at Brown: Open Mat Practice Brown-RISD Aikido Brown University Hankido Brown KickBoxing ... Tai Chi Club Traditional Korean Arts sites: The History of Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan Interesting information about Grandmaster Hwang Kee and Moo Duk Kwan. Soo Bahk Do Home page More information on the 50th Anniversary of the Moo Duk Kwan Soo Bahk Do in Korea by Roberto Bonefont, Sr

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