Our StyleSoo Bahk Do Moo Duk KwanTM
Soo Bahk Do is a traditional Korean martial art. Moo Duk KwanTM translates literally as 'Institute of Martial Virtue'.
History
Grandmaster Hwang Kee founded the Moo Duk KwanTM in 1945 at the end of the Japanese occupation of Korea. He was instrumental in reintroducing Korean martial tradition after a long period of suppression of the Korean culture.
Tradition
Soo Bahk DoTM style keeps alive the martial tradition of Korea. This includes the use of Korean terminology, class ettiquette and training attire.
Discipline/Respect
Soo Bahk DoTM style instils the values of personal disclipline in its students. They are encouraged to mindfulness of their surroundings and thoughtful action. Teachers of Soo Bahk DoTM style strive to always demonstrate proper respect for other people, their communities and their natural environment
Philosophy
As a mental discipline and philosophy Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan promotes honesty, humility, courage and mental focus. Many martial arts claim to do this but lack a system that integrates their action with their philosophy. The Soo Bahk DoTM style is an 'action philosophy' that successfully integrates the philosophical and physical aspects of its system. Technique
Korean martial arts are renowned for their dynamic kicking techniques. Grandmaster Hwang Kee mastered this and the use of bare hands for blocking and striking. He analysed the physics and biomechanics of all Soo Bahk DoTM technique and from this has created an effective teaching system . Soo Bahk Do martial art challenges its students to continually improve all facets of their training.
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