Philosophy

Asia Tang Soo Do Federation
CHON'S
KOREAN KARATE

	School Philosophy
Practice makes perfect.
Perfection brings confidence.
Confidence brings good spirits.
Good spirits brings better production.
Better production brings happiness.

Philosophy of Respect

What Is Respect? The dictionary's definition of respect is:RESPECT,admiration for, or sense of the worth of excellence of a person. Deference to a right, privilege or privileged position. The condition of being esteemed or honored.

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Respect is the beginning of Martial Arts training. A person who respects others must first have respect for himself. In order to have respect for himself, a person must believe in himself. Believing in ones self is the understanding of himself through control over the physical and mental aspects of his mind and body. Through Tang Soo Do, a person will develop this control.Today, many people disrespect others because the have no respect for themselves. They don't believe in themselves. They think they are unimportant and therefore think others are unimportant also. This is why they misuse themselves:therefore they must take better care of themselves more than ever before. Having respect for our minds and our bodies allows us to have the respect needed to help ourselves and others, which is the philosophy of Tang Soo Do.
Grand Master Kwan Ho Chon

Five Codes of Tang Soo Do

Two of the greatest of the Hwa Rang Do warriors were Jul San and Chu Kwang. Through their influence, the five codes were established to be used to govern their lives and purify their minds. The codes became all-encompassing guidelines by which they would conduct themselves as martial artists. The five codes of Tang Soo Do apply to all members and are meant to guide the Tang Soo Do student. All members are required to memorize and fully understand the meaning of the codes:

1.	Loyalty to country
2.	Obedience to parents
3.	Honor friendship (trust among brotherhood and friends)
4.	No retreat in battle (always finish what you start)
5.	In fighting choose with sense and honor (never take a life unless another life is in danger)