Tang Soo Do
About Bourne Tang soo do
Bourne Tang Soo Do is a local martial arts club studying the Traditional Korean Martial Art of Tang Soo Do. We are affiliated to the World Tang Soo Do Association, guided under the leadership of Grandmaster W. Strong (9th Dan). We are proud members of Great Britain Tang Soo Do Assoc. which is led by our own Grandmaster M. Khan (8th Dan). Bourne TSD is open to everyone from the ages of 5+.
Tang Soo Do is a traditional Korean martial art that emphasises self-defence, discipline, and personal development.
The training in Tang Soo Do combines various aspects of martial arts, including striking techniques, kicks, blocks, forms (hyungs), sparring, and self-defence techniques.
In Tang Soo Do, students focus on developing physical strength, flexibility, and coordination through their training. Training sessions typically include warm-up exercises, stretching, and practicing fundamental techniques such as punches, kicks, and stances. Forms, which are choreographed patterns of movements, are an essential part of Tang Soo Do training, helping students improve balance, concentration, and fluidity of motion.
Sparring plays a crucial role in Tang Soo Do training, allowing practitioners to apply their techniques in controlled combat situations. It helps develop timing, reflexes, and the ability to adapt to different opponents and fighting styles. Safety equipment, such as protective gear and rules, ensure that sparring remains safe and beneficial.
Alongside physical training, Tang Soo Do emphasizes mental and spiritual development. Students are encouraged to cultivate discipline, respect, humility, and perseverance. The training instills values such as integrity, self-control, and indomitable spirit, promoting personal growth and character development.
Tang Soo Do training is conducted in a structured and traditional setting, with students progressing through a belt ranking system to signify their level of proficiency. As students advance, they learn more advanced techniques, participate in higher-level sparring, and gain deeper insights into the philosophical aspects of the art.