Aspects of International Tang Soo Do Federation

Question 0

What is the Guidance Policy of Tang Soo Do?

Answer 0

1. Protect the art of Tang Soo Do.
2. Cultivate character and personality through training for discipline.
3. Unity through sincerity and courtesy.

Question 1

Name the three Tang Soo Do Principals

Answer 1

1. Responsibility
2. Sincerity
3. Justice

Question 2

List the 10 Articles of Faith in order.

Answer 2

1. Be loyal to your country.
2. Be obedient to your parents.
3. Be lovable between husband and wife.
4. Be cooperative between brothers.
5. Be faithful between friends.
6. Be respectful to your elders.
7. Be faithful between teacher and student.
8. Know the difference between good and evil (Be just in killing).
9. Never retreat in battle.
10. Always finish what you start.

Question 3

What are the 5 Requisites of Mental Training?

Answer 3

1. Oneness with nature
2. Complete awareness of environment
3. Experience
4. Conscience
5. Culture

Question 4

List the 11 Points of Emphasis on Mental Training.

Answer 4

1. Reverence for nature
2. Physical concentration (Ki-up)
3. Courtesy
4. Modesty
5. Thankfulness
6. Self-sacrifice
7. Cultivate courage
8. Chastity
9. Be strong inside and mild outside
10. Endurance
11. Reading ability

Question 5

What are the 5 Requisites of Physical Training?

Answer 5

1. Contact with natural surroundings
2. Contact with diverse physical conditions
3. Suitable nourishment
4. Suitable exercise
5. Suitable rest

Question 6

List the 10 Points of Emphasis on Physical Development

Answer 6

1. Vocal exhalation for thoracic strength (Ki-up).
2. Focus of sight.
3. Continuous balance during movements.
4. Flexibility of the body.
5. Correct muscle tone for maximum power.
6. High and low speed technique.
7. Exactness of technique.
8. Adjustment for proper distance.
9. Proper breathing for endurance.
10. Conditioning of hands and feet.

Question 7

What are the 14 Matters of Special Attention While Training?

Answer 7

1. The purpose of training should be the enhancement of the mental and physical self.
2. Sincerity is necessary.
3. Effort is necessary.
4. Consistent schedule during practice.
5. Do your best while training.
6. Train in the spirit of Tang Soo Do.
7. Regularly spaced practice sessions.
8. Obey without objection the work of instructors or seniors; look and learn.
9. Don’t be overly ambitious.
10. Pay attention to every aspect of your training.
11. Pay attention to the orders of training.
12. Get instruction step by step in new forms and technique.
13. Try to conquer when you feel idleness.
14. Cleanliness is desired after practice is finished.

Question 8

Master Bruno’s Dan Number

Answer 8

21579