TAE KWON DO/SONG MOO KWON INFO

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 Tae Kwon Do means "The Korean Martial Art of Kick and Punch."


OATHS OF TAE KWON DO

1. I shall observe the tenets of Tae Kwon Do.
2. I shall respect all instructors and seniors.
3. I shall never misuse Tae Kwon Do.
4. I shall become a champion of freedom and justice.
5. I shall build a more peaceful world.

TENETS OF TAE KWON DO

  • Courtesy
  • Integrity
  • Perseverance 
  • Self Control
  • Indomitable Spirit

SONG MOO KWON

  • Song Moo Kwon means "Everlasting School of Martial Arts Training."
  • The symbol of Song Moo Kwon is an Evergreen Tree, because the tree is green all year round, just like we train, young or old.
  • Song Moo Kwon was founded in 1944 by Grand Master Byung Jick Ro in Seoul, Korea.

OATHS OF SONG MOO KWON

1. I pledge to uphold the principles of Song Moo Kwon and to discipline my mind and body.
2. I pledge to execute the truth of Song Moo Kwon and respect all ethics.
3. I pledge to adhere to all regulations and to unite through cooperation.


PRINCIPLES OF SONG MOO KWON

1. Everything begins and ends with courtesy and respect.
2. Your pursuit of the way must be with humility and indifference to pain or pleasure.
3. Realizing the truth of Song Moo Kwon is a lifelong pursuit.
4. Your indomitable spirit should reflect the power of a million men.
5. Unite the wisdom of the scholar with the strength of a warrior, integrating your mind and body into one.