Asia Tang Soo Do Federation

The Bo-Staff is used in most styles of martial arts. The bo varies in size and length, and the thickness of the bo-staff varies depending on the style of the martial art, but the fighter needs to comfortably make a tight fist around the staff, in order to block and counter an attacker. The length of the bo-staff also depends on the style of the martial art, although the most common is a few inches taller than the owner. A heavier bo- staff may be used for training in order to increase their strength and speed. In competition and performance, the martial artist usually uses a lighter one.

Most Nunchakus are made of metal, plastic or wood and are attached by a chain or a rope. Small and lightweight as this weapon is, it is a powerful one. The nunchakus can be used to defend against most any weapon from a bo to a sword. The nunchakus can be used for defense, or just as effectively in an offensive way.

Escrima Sticks are made in many different styles. They can be tradtional skinned or skinless rattan sticks. The very heavy escrima sticks are good for training and real combat. The skinless rattan sticks are good for training combat. The skinned rattan sticks are ideal for stick on stick practice.

The Sai is a weapon that has increased in popularity because of its realistic and effective use in the martial arts. The sai was originally used in the planting of rice. The sai is used to stab, block, trap weapons and strike. It is usually used in various karate stances. The sai is an excellent tool for intercepting sword attacks. Today, with blunt tips, the sai is used in training accuracy with striking as well as quickly intercepting techniques.

Traditional Korean swordsmanship emphasizes fluidity, harmony, circular movements, and the theories, concepts and principles of defensive action. Traditional Korean swordsmanship concerns itself with the development of the mind, body and spirit of its practitioner.