| Mental - We emphasize
the importance of the Principles and Creed of Tang Soo Do, as
well as our school Oath against drugs. The students learn discipline
and respect. Self-reliance, concentration and control are also
stressed, since they are important aspects of everyday life.
Basic Techniques - The students learn all the
basic techniques (blocking, striking, kicking) as found in the
classical art of Tang Soo Do. The 'art' is stressed in this dojang
(school), not just fighting.
Hyung - (or forms) are a set pattern of techniques
that the students practice at all levels. Learning forms increases
the students comprehension and memorization abilities. Forms drill
basic techniques while teaching strategy, tactics, timing and
balance.
One-Step Sparring - lets the students practice
self-defense techniques against a known attack. They allow students
to learn correct distance and timing, which are two crucial factors
in a real confrontation. The goal is to develop automatic responses
to certain situation. This is a very controlled, safe, non-contact
way to practice.
Free Sparring - lets the students practice techniques
against one another in a controlled environment. The goal is for
students to practice defending themselves in an unknown situation.
Safety is emphasized at all times.
Breaking - Breaking a piece of wood teaches
the student to concentrate, focus the mind and correctly target
the technique. Breaking is used during promotional tests and safety
is emphasized at all times. This also helps the students to break
through mental barriers, and improves their confidence. |
