This episode is a continuation on the topic of board breaking with an emphasis on techniques and tips to improve you success rate when attempting breaks.  Four main areas of practice are highlighted:Commitment, Distance Appreciation, Targe...

Board Breaking is common activity in Tang Soo Do as part of testing or in competition.  Bruce Lee famously said "Boards don't hit back".  However, there are many ways breaking can demonstrate good Tang Soo Do practice.  In order ...

The fundamentals of movement are the same regardless if you are skier, ballerina or a martial artist.  By watching other athletes we can learn things about movement and technique that can reinforce our pursuit of excellence in martial arts...

Viola Tagliatella and Betty Jo Stosse are both second Dan black belts who train regularly.  Both began training later in life and continue to train in their 50s and 60s.  This is my first interview with two guests at the same time who...

Increasing your speed is no secret.  It is simple but not easy. Doing some tedious but useful things can reap increases in your speed.  In this episode I cover four ways to improve your speed without sacrificing technique.

We all know Tang Soo Do is a life long endeavor, but Adam Kaczmarek has demonstrated it by testing for 4th Dan at age 74!  this interview covers his story and attitude toward training in his 7th decade,

One of the hallmarks of Tang Soo Do as a martial arts is the use of kicks in our forms and sparring.  This episode describes 5 sure ways to improve your kicking. 

This episode is dedicated to looking back on my years of training and the important take aways from that experience. I wax nostalgic on the loss of that feeling of beginning training as well as the new emotions that come with years of experienc...

One of the many benefits of martial arts training is developing confidence, but what does that mean?  What exactly is confidence  and how does one develop it.  In this episode we take a deep dive into what it means to be confiden...

Many of the things we are taught in Tang Soo Do seem strange and even wrong on first glance.  Ideas such as moving in toward and attack or going slow to create speed sound like the opposite of what one should do.  There are many ways ...

Master Mike Bogdanski has been practicing Tang Soo Do for over 50 years. A regular on the competition circuit in the 70s and 80s he was widely renowned for his performances.  A school owner for many decades he has promoted scores of Black ...

Episode 20 "Learning Tools" describes many ways to help improve your practice using commonplace items. Instructors may find ideas for helping students to correct their  techniques on their own.Learning tools or teaching hacks, whatever the...

This episode highlights 10 ways to help you prepare better for upcoming competitions.  There are training tips and ideas to help manage scheduling, gear issues, and different locations of tournaments.  How you prepare is almost as...

Tang Soo Do focus is pleased to share an interview with Master Efrain Valentin, founder of Valentin Karate in Meriden , CT.  Master Valentin is a 7th degree Black Belt. He has trained in Tang Soo Do since 1977 and opened his first school i...

This episode explores the experience of  being judged in a testing or competition.  Suggestions are given on how to make a better impression and put your best foot forward in these pressure situations.  Additionally the experienc...

Episode 16 is a continuation of Episode 9 -"5 ways to improve your Tang Soo Do".  We look at five more simple ways to improve your practice and training.  Taking any of these steps is sure to help your progress and working them in or ...

This episode examines the concept of Toughness and what I means as students of Tang Soo Do.  The characteristics of pysical, mental , and spiritual toughness are explored and several exercises are suggested to help increase your toughness ...

From counting in Korean to the number of moves in a form, this episode focuses on the role of numbers in our training.  Some strategies for using numbers and counting to improve your performance and training are highlighted as well. &...

This episode delves into the Injuries and recovery from injuries that are a part of Tang Soo Do practice.  Advice on how to prevent, minimize, and manage Injuries- so we can return to training .

This episode covers the testing cycles of Tang Soo Do and gives tips to improve your performance in a testing situation.  From White Belt to Master ranks all Tang Soo Do students will face testing situations to demonstrate their skills and...

A quick podcast to thank my listeners, reflect on the past year and set goals for the upcoming one. Happy New Year to all and let's make 2024 our best year of training and growth yet! Tang Soo!

There are certain behaviors, mistakes, and oversights that are simply intolerable when one is a serious practitioner of Tang Soo Do.  This episode covers 10 things that would damage a person's reputation as a martial artist and even endang...

Episode 10 marks the first time I have interviewed another Tang Soo Do Master and invited them to tell their story and share their knowledge.  Kwan Jang Nim Steve Voelker, founder of Middlesex Tang Soo Do, the Pyong Hwa Kunin Association,&...

This episode will highlight five strategies to improve our practice and performance of Tang Soo Do.   Tips are given to increase the frequency and intensity of your training.   These simple consistent choices can allow you...

This episode examines the three basic Stances: front, back, and horse stance.  Tips for proper form and execution are given.