Second British Tang Soo Do Federation Exposition Weekend 24/25th October 2009.
250 competitors attended the first day of the Second BTSDF Exposition weekend covering the 24th and 25th of October.
The noon line up included sixteen Master grades who observed events through to the 'on-time' conclusion of competitive activities at 5 pm. The emphasis of the day was on 'gathering' rather than merely competing.
New friendships were forged and old ones cemented.
We thank all of those practitioners who travelled to support the event for their dedication to the art and perpetuating traditional Tang Soo Do. During the evening the BTSDF hosted a meal and meeting for the 'Heads of organisations' within the Tang Soo Do Union (link now available on our links page) along with invited guests.
Agreements reached during the meeting saw the Tang Soo Do Union grow to over 3000 Members.
Day two of the Exposition weekend or 'Dan-Day' saw Dan Members from all Regions supporting those who were due to test through a gruelling five hour hyung review prior to the final testing hour. Information gained by the BTSDF KoDanJa Members during their recent training sessions with Kwan Jang Nim Ah Po in Pittsburgh on the timing of hyung practice from the Founder's latter years was disseminated during the day. This augmentation aided unified practice by heightening 'group adherence'.
2009 BTSDF Hall of Fame Inductees pictured on our 'Hall of Fame' page via the link top right.
What a weekend - we look forward to welcoming you next year on the 30 and 31st of October.
250 competitors attended the first day of the Second BTSDF Exposition weekend covering the 24th and 25th of October.
The noon line up included sixteen Master grades who observed events through to the 'on-time' conclusion of competitive activities at 5 pm. The emphasis of the day was on 'gathering' rather than merely competing.
New friendships were forged and old ones cemented.
We thank all of those practitioners who travelled to support the event for their dedication to the art and perpetuating traditional Tang Soo Do. During the evening the BTSDF hosted a meal and meeting for the 'Heads of organisations' within the Tang Soo Do Union (link now available on our links page) along with invited guests.
Agreements reached during the meeting saw the Tang Soo Do Union grow to over 3000 Members.
Day two of the Exposition weekend or 'Dan-Day' saw Dan Members from all Regions supporting those who were due to test through a gruelling five hour hyung review prior to the final testing hour. Information gained by the BTSDF KoDanJa Members during their recent training sessions with Kwan Jang Nim Ah Po in Pittsburgh on the timing of hyung practice from the Founder's latter years was disseminated during the day. This augmentation aided unified practice by heightening 'group adherence'.
2009 BTSDF Hall of Fame Inductees pictured on our 'Hall of Fame' page via the link top right.
What a weekend - we look forward to welcoming you next year on the 30 and 31st of October.
South Hills Tang Soo Do Black Belt Assessments 2009.
Master Garbowsky's South Hills Tang Soo Do DoJang in Pittsburgh. Cho and E Dan candidates line up with Kwan Jang Nim AhPo and the attendees for the KoDanJa Clinic on Saturday the 17th October 2009.
Master Garbowsky's South Hills Tang Soo Do DoJang in Pittsburgh. Cho and E Dan candidates line up with Kwan Jang Nim AhPo and the attendees for the KoDanJa Clinic on Saturday the 17th October 2009.
BTSDF Manual for Gup Members Edition 4 now available.
The fourth review of the British Tang Soo Do Federation's Manual for Gup Members is now available for Members to purchase. This latest revision includes information gained during both Technical Advisory Committee's recent visits to train in the US with Kwan Jang Nim Ah Po and other Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association Senior Members. The revision includes a 'Special Interest' section concluding the 'Terminology pages' and the inclusion of a 'Benefits of Membership' section to accompany the section 'What level of commitment will I need in order to reach my goals.'
The fourth review of the British Tang Soo Do Federation's Manual for Gup Members is now available for Members to purchase. This latest revision includes information gained during both Technical Advisory Committee's recent visits to train in the US with Kwan Jang Nim Ah Po and other Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association Senior Members. The revision includes a 'Special Interest' section concluding the 'Terminology pages' and the inclusion of a 'Benefits of Membership' section to accompany the section 'What level of commitment will I need in order to reach my goals.'
Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association KoDanJa 2010.
April 6th through 11th 2010 saw the British Tang Soo Do Federation Master Instructors attend the Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association's KoDanJa (Master rank; 4th Dan and above) assessments in Oviedo, Florida. The daily regime of intensive training (10 hours per day on the mat) combined with special projects for evening research make the KoDanJa, Shim Sa (assessment) an unequalled experience in 'total immersion' Tang Soo Do training. The beautiful and tranquil 'Canterbury Retreat' was chosen as the venue for the 2010 Shim Sa due to its remoteness from such distractions as television. The results of this total immersion and distraction free environment are a sense of personal achievement that builds a new level of confidence and camaraderie amongst the Shim Sa participants.
April 6th through 11th 2010 saw the British Tang Soo Do Federation Master Instructors attend the Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association's KoDanJa (Master rank; 4th Dan and above) assessments in Oviedo, Florida. The daily regime of intensive training (10 hours per day on the mat) combined with special projects for evening research make the KoDanJa, Shim Sa (assessment) an unequalled experience in 'total immersion' Tang Soo Do training. The beautiful and tranquil 'Canterbury Retreat' was chosen as the venue for the 2010 Shim Sa due to its remoteness from such distractions as television. The results of this total immersion and distraction free environment are a sense of personal achievement that builds a new level of confidence and camaraderie amongst the Shim Sa participants.
Participants at the 2010 Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association KoDanJa Shim Sa in Oviedo, Florida.
Left, Kwan Jang Nim Khalid works with Master Dove and Mr McCoy on HoShinSul techniques. Right; You know when it works.
Above; Master Simon Preston, Master Dove and Master Adam Preston.
Smiles that wide can only mean, the end of the physical test and another outstanding week of learning.
Smiles that wide can only mean, the end of the physical test and another outstanding week of learning.
Fantastic bespoke hand-made Martial Arts greetings cards.
Available for despatch directly to your home by ordering via - dionnegibbs@btinernet.com
and quoting 'BTSDF site order'. For a price of only £2.50 each (plus post and packing) we will dispatched these unique and individual cards to you within 5 working days. Your order can specify variations in belt colour, whether or not you require the Tang Soo Do pictograms and whether the characters need to be male or female. We can also vary the written wording on the front of the cards for you; Good Luck, Best Wishes, Happy Birthday, With Love and Congratulations are all our most commonly requested variations.
. Available for despatch directly to your home by ordering via - dionnegibbs@btinernet.com
and quoting 'BTSDF site order'. For a price of only £2.50 each (plus post and packing) we will dispatched these unique and individual cards to you within 5 working days. Your order can specify variations in belt colour, whether or not you require the Tang Soo Do pictograms and whether the characters need to be male or female. We can also vary the written wording on the front of the cards for you; Good Luck, Best Wishes, Happy Birthday, With Love and Congratulations are all our most commonly requested variations.
New Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association Quarterly Newsletter now available.
GrandMaster Andy Ah Po has released the first edition of the all new 'Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association Newsletter'.
The Newsletter has been released to provide all Association Members with a formal means of communication, ongoing education and to heighten awareness of Association events and activities.
Click on the Newsletter banner below to access the 'Summer 2010 Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association Newsletter'.
GrandMaster Andy Ah Po has released the first edition of the all new 'Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association Newsletter'.
The Newsletter has been released to provide all Association Members with a formal means of communication, ongoing education and to heighten awareness of Association events and activities.
Click on the Newsletter banner below to access the 'Summer 2010 Tang Soo Do Martial Way Association Newsletter'.
Weapons Seminars announced for Summer 2010.
The Midlands Region of the British Tang Soo Do Federation is to host two traditional weapons Seminars for its Members.
The skills involved in the use of 'Jang Buong' or Long Staff will be covered in an exciting two hour Seminar.
The skills involved in the use of 'Dan Gum' or or Short Sword (Dagger) will be covered in an exciting seminar.
Summer break dates for these Seminars will be announced on our Calendar page.
The Midlands Region of the British Tang Soo Do Federation is to host two traditional weapons Seminars for its Members.
The skills involved in the use of 'Jang Buong' or Long Staff will be covered in an exciting two hour Seminar.
The skills involved in the use of 'Dan Gum' or or Short Sword (Dagger) will be covered in an exciting seminar.
Summer break dates for these Seminars will be announced on our Calendar page.