"The Five Moo Do values of History, Tradition, Philosophy, Discipline/Respect, and Technique, are the backbones of our proud Moo Do identity. These values coexist interdependently with each element strengthening the meaning of the other four. When we apply the Five Moo Do values to our daily training we strengthen our self not only as a Moo Do practitioner, but also as an individual who provides a positive influence within our society." – HC Hwang Five Moo Do Values 1- Histor

1. Be loyal to one’s country: Sacrifice to fulfill your duty to your country and your people. This is based on the spirit of Hwa Rang. 2. Be obedient to one’s parent and elders: Children should be dutiful to their parents and parents should be charitable to their children. 3. Be loving to one’s husband or wife: From the mother’s body develops man’s happiness, as harmony and affection form love between the sexes. 4. Be cooperative to your brothers: Hold together with coop

Grandmaster Hwang Kee has stated that the focus of our training is not the physical technique, but rather mental development, and the Eight Key Concepts develop the total person. Integration of these concepts into personal life allows the individual to become more than an athlete. The benefits of using these concepts and the ultimate purpose of training is a rejuvenation and expansion of our lives. “If a diamond is not polished it will be unable to show the great luster of th

If you're looking to learn everything you can about the Martial Art of Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan, a great place to begin is the Student Manual they released in 2009 covering everything from history of the art to terminology to curriculum and requirements for testing. Click the link below to be directed to a PDF version of the manual. Soo Bahk Do Web Manual Want to download a copy to keep on your computer or read on your eBook or tablet? Click the link below to download a copy

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

The Moo Duk Kwan The Moo Duk Kwan (武德館 - "Martial Virtue") school was formed in 1945 by Grandmaster Hwang Kee after the occupation of Korea by the Japanese had ended (along with the imposed ban on Martial Arts schools). In 1994 Soo Bahk Do, originally referred to as Hwa Soo Do (Art of the Flower Hand) and later Tang Soo Do, became the official trademarked style practiced under Moo Duk Kwan to differentiate it from its offshoots and assure Grandmaster's standards of excellence

There are five different color belts in the Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan (手搏道武德館) belt ranking system. The colors were selected based on O Haeng, the five elements of Korean philosophy. Gup Belts White Associated with the Winter season. White snow hides the hidden potential of the seeds beneath. In Korean philosophy, white represents emptiness and inactivity, with the potential for anything to happen. Orange Associated with early Spring. The days get longer and the sun shines war