Kevin W. Putala
A Tang Soo Do Journey
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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The evolution of Tang Soo Do from Shotokan Karate is a complex story woven through colonialism, cultural preservation, and personal legacy. As someone who has trained in Traditional tang Soo Do, …
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At 59, I tied my belt again. It wasn’t to step into a dojo or to prepare for a tournament. It was to step into my garage, alone, with two titanium knees and forty years of martial arts experience …
