Philosophy of Tang Soo Do
Purpose of training
- Self-Defence: We protect our lives and possessions from injustice and danger
- Health: We promote our physical and spiritual health and enjoy strong bodies and sound minds through rigorous training
- Better person: We strive to be of better character through endurance and hard work
Five codes
- Loyalty to country
- Obedience to parents
- Honour friendship
- No retreat in battle
- In fighting, choose with sense and honour
Tenets
- Integrity
- Concentration
- Perseverance
- Respect and Obideience
- Self control
- Humility
- Indomitable Spirit