Strength Entrusted for a Higher Purpose My understanding and teaching of Karate is rooted in a clear belief: strength is never given without responsibility. Skill, discipline, and physical ability …
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The Warrior’s Ethic
Strength Governed by Faith, Discipline, and Service The Warrior’s Ethic is not about aggression, dominance, or recognition. It is a commitment to live under restraint, accountability, and purpose. …
Finding MY Tang Soo Do
Tang Soo Do has been a huge part of my life for 40 years, and it has shaped who I am as a person today. But what do you have left when you are no longer able to perform the high, spinning, jumping …
Going Deep In Your Tang Soo Do Training
When I left South Korea and returned to the United States in 1986, I immediately began looking for schools to continue my Tang Soo Do training. Back then there were hardly any dojo or dojang …
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Slow Karate: Finding a New Rhythm After Knee Replacement
When most people picture karate, they imagine fast, powerful strikes, high kicks, and explosive movement. But what happens when your body no longer allows you to move with that same speed or …
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Stronger Than Before: Rebuilding Leg Strength at Home After Double Knee Replacement at 57.
Eighteen months ago, I underwent staged bilateral total knee replacements—a necessary decision after years of pain, limited movement, and the loss of a once-strong foundation. As someone with a …