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Soo Bahk DO!

History

History

A Korean traditional martial art whose history dates back many centuries, Soo Bahk Do was founded by Hwang Kee and is continued today by his son H.C. Hwang.

Soo Bahk Do

Soo Bahk Do

Spotsylvania Karate Soo Bahk Do is certified by the U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Federation with certified instructors to bring you the highest quality instruction. Joining the Federation offers each student membership in the worldwide Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan.

Cort Stinehour Sa Bom Nim 1968-2024

Cort Stinehour Sa Bom Nim 1968-2024

The Moo Duk Kwan family lost a true Moo Do In with the passing of Cort Stinehour Sa Bom Nim. Stinehour Sa Bom Nim lived the principles of our Moo Duk Kwan Philosophy in all he did. He was a loyal, dedicated keeper of the Art. Spotsylvania Soo Bahk Do sends our condolences to Sa Bom Nim Stinehour's family & students. Our hearts are with you & he will be missed. Please visit the link for United States Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Federation Board of Directors & Technical Advisory Committee message.

Confidence

Confidence

Children value themselves to the extent they have been valued. At Spotsylvania Karate Soo Bahk Do, we seek to instill value and self- confidence in our students. Confidence allows them to be leaders, less likely during their developmental years to be led astray by negative peer pressure. We create a positive circle of friends and role models to encourage our students in making good decisions and positive steps in their lives.

Ten Articles of Faith

Ten Articles of Faith

1.Be loyal to your country 2.Be obedient to your parents 3.Be loving between husband and wife 4.Be cooperative between brothers and sisters 5.Be respectful to your elders 6.Be faithful to your teacher 7.Be faithful to your friends 8.Face conflict with justice and honor 9.Never retreat in battle 10.Always finish what you start

Technique

Technique

At Spotsylvania Karate Soo Bahk Do, we emphasize continual improvement of technique within our values to strengthen our identity as well.

Philosophy

Philosophy

Soo Bahk Do is a philosophy based martial art that teaches defense and doing the right thing. Our philosophy guides our intent toward the good. To practice martial arts without such a philosophy is creating more dangerous people in the world. Our philosophy is to create mature persons free from inner conflict who deal with the world in an intelligent, forthright, and virtuous manner.

Discipline & Respect

Discipline & Respect

Soo Bahk Do begins with the discipline of self and respect for all people. Discipline and respect are the foundation for all human relations. Discipline and respect combine as a foundation for our action philosophy which is seen in helping and caring for others through kindness and dependability.

Endurance

Endurance

Training in Soo Bahk Do teaches physical, mental, and spiritual endurance. The physical endurance is easy to see, but the development of mental endurance to focus beyond distractions is what allows us to accomplish our goals in life. Spiritual endurance allows us to will ourselves to stick with and work at those things that are worthwhile even when they become difficult. Endurance brings accomplishment and rich, long-lasting relationships.

Fun

Fun

At Spotsylvania Karate Soo Bahk Do, we strive to make classes fun and enjoyable. Smiling faces and a sense of accomplishment are at the heart of our Soo Bahk Do family. We strive to present the Soo Bahk Do curriculum through classes, clinics, and events that allow for fun, enjoyment, and the sense of achievement.

Dedication

Dedication

Soo Bahk Do is an art of lifelong learning. The teachers are still students and developing. It takes dedication to be a good student of the art and more dedication to share the art as a teacher. At Spotsylvania Karate Soo Bahk Do, we emphasize that excellent teaching produces excellent teachers.

Affordability

Affordability

At Spotsylvania Karate Soo Bahk Do, we love training and understand that training affordability is a factor. We have teamed up with Spotsylvania County Parks and Rec to keep our program affordable and without long term contracts.

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