Spookey

Superfoot, As relates to fighting style nto being found in the tul...ITF Does teach many flying punches once you enter the more advanced ranks! Think of it this way...The Pal-Gwe and Tae-Geuk poomse utilize the round kick, right? However, no where in the poomse will you see a flying or spinning whip kick at the end of numerous stance transitions...Why? The form displayes the basis of all technique were as sparring utilizes a range of methodology regarding the application! Secondly, the round kick is called a turning kick in the ITF...why does it move so differently in the tul...why do the poomse not demonstrate almost falling after lunging to deliver that round kick to a target that is retreating? TAEKWON! SpooKeY

Fellow Person, This fight took place on the show...they were fighting over the "Excaliber" sword. Snake Eyes took a beating but prevailed in the end! Side note...What about Flynt's buddy Sidekick? Who would have been the senior, him or Snake Eyes? TAEKWON! SpooKeY

Dear All, I oversee a small private club with only 10 members maximum. THerefore it is necessary to combine all ranks. During line drills different ranks will preform different exercises, during patterns we do pyramids. Everyone does all the patterns they know and then they drop out as the patterns progress. Sparring is conducted on one side while I assist the younger kups with step sparring. Also, once a week we will have a class designated to beginner students in which the senior Kup ranks help me in instructng the very basics to the beginners! TAEKWON! SpooKey

Dear Fellow, My first break was with a forefist through one board. Currently, I am perfecting a flying triple break. This is a break which I can do, I am simply working to make it perfect! Twin Leg Flying Sidekick w/ turning kick. Two boards are held on the same vertical plane, one at face height and one at chest height, the third board is over to the side. Twin Leg Kick is a two foot flying sidekick, then the top foot comes across and preforms a turning/round kick through the third board! Best Wishes...TAEKWON! SpooKey

Dear All, I have found that the majority of dojangs (teaching functional non-sporting TKD) generally take 3-5 years to earn a BB. Yes there are some that excel in less time (2.5 - 3yrs), however, this is generally with previous martial arts experience, and I dont mean a green belt when you were in grade school. Also, the rule of such schools is the number of years to the dan. Meaning, two years to second, three to third, ect. Remeber these are bare minimums and not the rule. These standards are generally only obtainable for the student that puts in upwards of 20 hours a week (athough some may be done outside the dojang), but the practice wont lie. Not every student should be ready to test at the bare minimum as it is just that minimum, not average! TAEKWON! Spookey "That which we teach and learn cannot be bought...it is not money!"

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Hey Guys, Guess I should stop pulling all nighters...First I miss spelled the heading and second created a new thread (THIS WAS SUPPOSE TO BE A POST ON THE THREAD REGARDING "RULES OF THE DOBOK COLLAR"... Sorry for my sleepless, dilusional writing...man i've lost it! TAEKWON! Spookey

Dear Sir, As said previously, the black collar on a v-neck uniform would traditionally reserved for the BB holder. Also, in some systems of TKD you get certain sets of stripes depending on your rank. For instance, the Oh Do Kwan and the ITF BB holder has black trim on the lower edge of the jacket; then upon promotion to 4th dan you receive stipes down the sleeves and pant leg. Bare in mind that these "traditions" vary between organizations and originating kwans. TAEKWON, Spookey

Dear All, There are multiple purposes served and statements made by this posturing... 1. I am making myself vulnerable (as your injury has made you) 2. I am showing everyone present that I am remorseful for the occurance 3. I pose you no threat and am in the least aggressive posture possible TAEKWON! Spookey

Dear Sir, Our classes are approx. two hours long (three days a week)... 15min. Warm Up...Running in place, stretching, calesthenics 15min. Line drills...punching, kicking, blocking 30min. Hyungs...drill patterns, patterns, patterns 15min. Step sparring...1 step, 2 step, and 3 step 30min. Ho-sin-sul...self defense, releases, breakfalls, throws, joint locks 15min. Free Sparring...light to moderate contact Cool down is done independently and allows for open forum discussions between all ranks! _______________________________________________ The hosin-sul portion and the sparring portion are switched from class to class in order to balance the time spent on each. When it is sparring day the sparring lasts much longer and is moderate to heavy contact for the higher ranks... Also, we allow other stylists to visit our dojang and discuss and demonstate their techniques...this allows the students to veiw their technique versus that of others... One last thing...we do spirit drills (aggression training). These are great for the lungs, the circulatory system, and the mind. Basically, these are screaming ("kiaps") drills. One person stands at attention while others run head first at them screaming, yelling, motioning, ect... it helps reduce fear of attack...(kinda like the old tie the goalie in the net and shoot at him) it helps the mind override the urge to freeze under fire! I hope this has been what you were looking for...................TAEKWON! Respectfully, Spookey Bateman - Taekwon-Do - Oh Do Kwan

KSN Doug, Could you elaborate more on the specifics of what you would like to see. Are you interested in kicks in general, how to kicking, bet you cant do this pictures, or just a guy doing a perfect side kick? Just wondering! TAEKWON! Spookey

About myself, Taekwon-Do (traditional Oh Do Kwan)...TKD from a traditional stand point provides strong techniques adaptable to combat. The range of techniques allows attack and defense from numerous angles and distances. Long range (kicking), Medium range (low kicks and hand strikes), close range (knees, elbows, forehead), as well as the Ho Sin Sul techniques (joint destruction, takedowns, and restraints). All of which are incorporated into the traditional Oh Do Kwan/Ch'ang Hon TKD system. Kodokan Judo...is complementary to the Ho Sin Sool of TKD as well as nicely complemented by the long range striking tools of TKD! All the "tore" out their know that an Osato-gari will put you out as fast as a roung kick or upset punch to the jaw! Personally, these work best for me...I am a professional security agent who provides both event security as well as personal protection. When it turns physical these skills (coupled with other forms of armed force compliance) prove benificial for the job. Ho Sin Sool and Judo are great for arrest and control and the coupled with the hard style striking of TKD are well suited for preservation when the commitment level does not allow time for arrest and control! TAEKWON! Spookey

Dear All, Recently, I read a post (cant remember which board) with some great reality checks concerning Kuk Sool Won and Hwa Rang Do...many parallels as well as a link between the founders of both arts to Hapkido, as well as, each mans personal connection to a Jui Jitsu system. I will find the post and post for your veiwing pleasure. Also, I would like to add that each martial art has its unique characteristics. Even if it a culmination of other arts! This does become an issue with me when the history as advertised is "purely" an incorrect fabrication. We are each individuals unique in our own ways, yet are we not still the product of our parents! Only God existed before nothingness, therefore everything else has a relation to something that came before! TAEKWON! Spookey P.S. Humbly awaiting your opinions (and facts)!

Dear all, If I have a moment to explain. Taekwon-Do is not 2000 years old. It was created in 1955 to unite multiple kwans (gyms) in Korea after decades of oppression and occupation. Each kwan was an individual expression of its leaders peronal style of Karate-Do. This was merged with the remnance of Soo Bahk and Tae Kyon to for something uniquely Korean...Taekwon-Do Now, we must remember that Korea was under Japanese rule for an entire generation. That means that original Korean arts had to survive underground for an entire generation. This leads fare to say that Taekyon and Soo Bahk were on the brink of extinction. The original patterns of the "united" Taekwon-Do were called Pyong Ahn...they are exactly the same as the Heinan Patterns of Shotokan. Since, about 5 major sets have been developed each moving in their own direction. The primary concern being to rid TKD of all things Japanese and create an all new KOREAN identity! If you see TKD in the 60's and 70's (plus the traditionalists from modern day) it is very rigid and strong with many movements from Shotokan, Shorin Ryu, and Shorei Ryu. As it modernized (moved away from its Japanese influences) it has left us with an Olympics sport...talk about progress (?) For reference purposes, Taekwon-Do Korean Art of Self Defense by Choi Hong Hi (1963) is hte first text on TKD. It includes the first pattern set (Chang Hon or Chon-Ji set) to be created for the unified art. Patterns included as reference points and credited with a major influence on TKD are the following katas: Heinan and Bassai (both Karate-Do). Furthermore, Choi Hong Hi is the creator of the first pattern set of Taekwon-Do (being that Pyong Ahn was simply Karate)...He was also a black belt in Shotokan as well as the author of the above listed text! Hope this helps clarify...for more info email michael@batemantkd.com TAEKWON! Spookey

Mr. Tuf, I am not certain as to exact content, but you might wish to visit judoinfo.com The site has anime of the techniques of Kodokan Judo. Falling is the first thing learned and in judo rolling is a form of falling! Best Luck! Spookey