What % of Tang Soo Do is Katas?

[wagnerk]

In addition to the statement above I'd like to make a point. The overuse of kata/Hyung/poomse or in English "forms" is a big problem in my opinion. In some schools the practicing of forms often outweighs other important skill sets. Because of this I feel that there is a hindering of ability to grow to your full potential. As an instructor I find that forms have much value, and are an excellent testing source for rank certification because of their structure and ability to standardize. Many other things learned though or often more valuable then the tradition of performing expressionless Hyung. "For every thing, there is a season"! Schools that teach TSD Hyung with great emphasis on repetition and not of application or meaningful use for a deeper understanding are growing and I feel it's a big reason that many traditional martial arts students can't truly fight. I feel that the instructors themselves are perhaps even lacking the technical know-how to teach with this depth of understanding.

So true, lots of schools teach forms as a dance - showing movements but not what the movement are for or the context of why you are doing what you're doing.

That's why I'm appreciative of instructors like my one as well as people like Iain Abernethy.

[Luther unleashed]

We are definitely on the same page of your 2nd statement Luther. Thanks for that honest reply.

I lived in Phx for 19 years. Is your school by any chance down there on 32nd St or Cave Creek Rd?

Best wishes to you.

I have been operating out of a recreational center in the far west valley for the last year or a little over now. I'm opening a second location in April, which is also north west valley. Not sure of any schools at 32nd street but I was at 7th ave for a short time as well.