The Moo Do Chul Hahk (Moo Do Philosophy) presents a philosophy of the internationally recognized martial art grandmaster and Founder of the Moo Duk Kwan, Hwang Kee. Hwang Kee established the Korean Soo Bahk Do Association, served as its President for many years, and dedicated his life to the practice and teaching of the traditional Korean Martial Art, Soo Bahk Do. The Moo Do Chul Hahk details a philosophy of the "martial way" (Moo Do), a philosophy of balance emphasizing the development of personal virtue and character. It is a book written as a guide for any martial arts practitioner who wishes to deepen their understanding and practice of Moo Do Philosophy to become an authentic moodoin--that is, a true follower and exemplar of the "Martial Way." This book was also written for students and scholars of Asian Studies interested in the evolution of Asian philosophical thought in the practice of traditional martial arts. Scholars will find descriptions of Taoist and Confucian philosophical principles and their application to a traditional Korean Martial Art by a deeply respected contemporary practitioner. The introduction provides a historical and socio-political context for the emergence of the organization known as the Moo Duk Kwan and the evolution of the practice of Soo Bahk Do. It also provides information regarding the basis of the practice of Soo Bahk Do founded in a highly treasured Korean historical document entitled the Moo Yei Do Bo Tong Ji. Scholars of Asian Studies interested in the historical, social, political and philosophical emergence of traditional martial arts will find this book a valuable source. However, readers will find that the real value offered by the Moo Do Chul Hahk, is a message of hope, peace and a way of living by following the principles of nature, harmony, balance, and virtue.

The Moo Do Chul Hahk (Moo Do Philosophy) presents a philosophy of the internationally recognized martial art grandmaster, Hwang Kee, who had a profound influence on the lives of thousands of martial arts partitioners throughout the world. Grandmaster Hwang Kee, the Founder of the Moo Duk Kwan, established the Korean Soo Bahk Do Association and served as its President for many years. He dedicated his life to the understanding and teaching of the traditional Korean Martial Art, Soo Bahk Do. The Moo Do Chul Hahk describes a philosophy of the "martial way" (Moo Do). Moo Do is a philosophy of balance that emphasizes the development of virtue and character. This book is intended for martial arts practitioners who wish to advance their training with a deeper understanding and practice of Moo Do Philosophy. It includes a description of key elements of advanced martial arts techniques, including the development of Ki, techniques for internal development, healing techniques, the relationship between the primary and secondary directions, and the 13 elements and influences (sip sam seh). This book is also intended for students and scholars of Asian Studies interested in the evolution of Asian philosophical thought in the practice of the martial arts. Readers will find an in-depth description of Taoist and Confucian philosophical principles and how these principles apply to a traditional Korean martial art. Ultimately, the Moo Do Chul Hahk offers a message of hope and peace by following the principles of nature, harmony, balance and virtue.

In 1789, King Chongjo, ruler of the Yi dynasty, ordered General Yi Duk-moo to compile an official textbook on all martial art forms then present in Korea to preserve them for future generations. The result, the Muye Dobo Tongji, is the only surviving classical text on the Korean arts of war. Based on the earliest known Korean martial arts treatise, the Muye Chebo written in 1599, the Muye Dobo Tongji clearly shows the influence of the neighbouring Japanese and Chinese armies. Through hundreds of wars and invasions, Korean soldiers adapted battlefield skills and tactics from their enemies, creating a unique system of their own. Organised into 24 distinct disciplines comprised of empty hand fighting, weaponry and horsemanship, this book is an accurate historical snapshot of the warrior arts of the hermit kingdom in the late 18th century. The release of 'The Comprehensive Illustrated Manual of Martial Arts of Ancient Korea' marks the first time this volume is available in English. Carefully translated from the original text and illustrated with reproductions of ancient woodblock carvings, this book provides fascinating insights into Korea's martial arts legacy.

This reference book is the result of eight years of research into the history and methods of Tang Soo Do. This is the only work to present all 19 Tang Soo Do forms from white belt to black belt (fourth dan master grade). Each move of every form is explained in detail.

Over 1500 pictures, and 35 years of heart and soul are in this book. The book contains explanations of each Hyung (form) and its characteristics, and detailed step-by-step illustrations with feet diagrams, different angle shots and traditional pictures. Forms, one-step sparring, self defence, breaking and free sparring for each belt requirement are included, as well as exclusive applications pictures for all forms. Plyometrics (jumping) exercises are included to help you to develop power and explosiveness into your techniques.

In his first book aimed at the general public, In Hyuk Suh examines the topic of Korean weapons, including: the favorite weapons of Korea's early warring factions; royal court weapons; and kuk sool won staff and sword forms.

Updated edition of Moo Duk Kwan founder Hwang Kee's Volume 1 text book out of print since 2010 and has become very hard to find. This revised and updated edition is an Autographed Collector's Limited Edition of Hwang Kee's Volume One textbook and is sequentially numbered and personally autographed by Hwang Kee's appointed successor, Moo Duk Kwan® president, H.C. Hwang, Kwan Jang Nim.This is Hwang Kee's first volume on the classic Korean martial art of tang soo do and the Soo Bahk Do® martial art system as taught in Hwang Kee's Moo Duk Kwan® martial art schools. It is the most complete text on basic unarmed martial artistry in print. This volume contains a general history of the martial arts, as well as history of Hwang Kee's tang soo do and Soo Bahk Do® martial art systems as interpreted from the only known indigenous Korean martial art techniques documented in original instructional scrolls found in the ancient manuscript "Moo Yei Do Bo Tong Ji" dating from the 17th century and referred to as "su bak" or "su bahk ki" (or hee). Anyone, whether an active practitioner or interested observer, will find more fundamental factual knowledge of the martial arts here than in any other single source. For example, the reader will find Newton's principles of motion applied to the human body. This is the first time that such scientific theory has been related to martial arts practice. This volume is the basic reference text for tang soo do as taught by Moo Duk Kwan® Founder Grandmaster Hwang Kee in his schools. All basic move- ments, striking points, principles and the first nine forms (Hyungs) are described both in words and in pictures. No martial arts library can be complete without this book and no serious student of martial artistry can ignore the information contained in this book.

The bestseller Complete Tang Soo Do Manual series represent Grand Master Ho Sik Pak's 37 years of experience in the art of Tang Soo Do and other martial arts styles. Volume 1 contains over 1,500 photographs describing fundamentals needed to progress from 10th Gup White Belt to 1st Dan Black Belt. Volume 2 is a full colour 296 pages book with over 2,000 photographs covering techniques from 2nd Dan to 6th Dan Black Belt. The Complete Tang Soo Do Manual series includes for the first time a total of 5 Chil Sung Hyungs (forms). Volume 2 includes chapters on history, teaching, running a Dojang, the most complete Tang Soo Do lineage ever published and much more. Grand Master Ho Sik Pak travelled to Korea twice to meet with senior Moo Duk Kwan Masters, research Tang Soo Do history and lineage, and practice advanced Hyungs and techniques from other Grand Masters. The requirements chapters include step by step photos of the Forms (14 total), Self-Defense (Wooden Knife, Short Stick, Sword, Knife and Gun), Breaking, Sparring and Endurance for each Dan level. As a bonus chapter Grand Master Pak included the Healing Form. He created this form in 2000. Practice of this form increases the flow of oxygen to the body, develops your chi and promotes healing. Volume 2 is the 1st Full Color Tang Soo Do book. Pictures were shot against beautiful backgrounds in Korea, New Zealand, Hawaii, and across the USA to create a book that not only teaches but inspires. This is a book for every serious martial artist, regardless of style!