K.M.A.C. is the most complete Martial Arts System in the Knox County area, emphasizing self-discipline, respect, and education first! Kuk Sool is not a sport, nor is it simply another Asian self-defense method. Kuk Sool is a complete martial arts system that is dedicated to the cultivation of mental and physical strength and well-being, and to the preservation of traditional Korean Martial Arts. Because of the media exposure of other arts, people seem to be much more familiar with them than they are with Kuk Sool. But make no mistake: Kuk Sool linked is in multiple locations around the world.
The product of 31 indigenous styles of Korean martial arts from the three primary cultural sub-groups: Family Martial Arts, Buddhist Temple Martial Arts, and Royal Palace Martial Arts, Kuk Sool offers a perspective and curriculum of martial arts training that is not available anywhere else.
The techniques in Kuk Sool are, indeed, “ancient” รข€” drawn from hundreds of years of Korean martial arts history.
The art of “Kuk Sool” (which literally means “National Martial Art”) was first developed in the late 1950s in Korea, but the actual system was founded in the early 1960s. Putting together a complex and comprehensive system of forms and techniques based on historical Korean martial arts and containing techniques from all of the indigenous martial arts of Korea, it was intended to “return” their martial arts history to the Korean people by bringing together techniques that had been practiced in secret for many years, which has now been developed to learn for all across the world.
Because of this, even though the style itself is relatively new, Kuk Sool is often described as a “living history of the Korean martial arts” and represents the most comprehensive system of traditional Korean martial arts in the world today.
The Curriculum
Kuk Sool is a complete martial arts system and includes aspects of all traditional Asian fighting methods in its curriculum: Striking and kicking, throwing and grappling, joint-locking and arresting techniques, pressure point striking and manipulation, techniques based on the movements of certain “martial” animals (such as the tiger, crane, preying mantis, etc.), falling techniques and martial arts gymnastics, body protection and internal development, traditional Korean forms and dozens of traditional Korean weapons (including the sword, staff, cane, spear, rope, and fan, which is shown below). Containing 3608 techniques, Kuk Sool appeals to the beginner and the advanced practitioner alike and has been described as a “graduate level” martial arts program. Our syllabus pages on the white belt curriculum and the black belt curriculum give you an idea of just how extensive Kuk Sool is!
The Kuk Sool Philosophy
Kuk Sool Won is distinguished from other arts by being a “hard-soft” system with techniques that are very flowing and circular, pleasing to the eye but devastating to an attacker as the Kuk Sool practitioner uses these soft, circular movements to redirect and upset the attacker’s balance and equilibrium before applying a counter technique to one of the hundreds of sensitive joints and pressure points they are trained to attack. This “hard-soft” philosophy is embodied in the 3 Principles that guide all Kuk Sool techniques: Yu-Won-Hwa (Soft/Yielding-Circular-Harmony/Blending). Not only does this philosophy of “hard-soft” lend itself to very effective defensive techniques, it also allows the practitioner to develop a more relaxed and refined power and to develop and maintain a high level of health.
Why Study Martial Arts?
Martial arts training strengthens and stretches your muscles, your intellect, your spirit, and your confidence. It is a positive, healthy activity that involves the pursuit of challenging goals through diligence and self-discipline. It is also a community-minded, family-friendly activity in which adults have the opportunity to set an example of proper behavior and values for our children.
Kuk Sool training burns fat, builds muscle, increases energy, stretches tissues and joints, and teaches you respect, discipline, and modesty. Kuk Sool gives you the ability to defend yourself and provides you with the confidence to walk proudly in life.
Joining Kuk Sool
From Beginners to Black Belt, Kuk Sool has a program for everyone, whether you’re 12, 21, or 61! You don’t need prior martial arts training and don’t need to be in perfect shape. Our classes are designed from the ground up to help you become stronger, both mentally and physically.
Kuk Sool of Galesburg offers you the very best value around for your martial arts dollar — great instructors, spacious and modern training facilities, a superior martial arts system, and the camaraderie and support of fellow students. In fact, we offer a MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE to that effect: If, during your first month of training with us, you find any other school in the area that offers a more complete and comprehensive martial arts program, then we will gladly refund your money.
Stop in any time during the week Your first class is absolutely free, and includes a one-on-one lesson with a Black Belt instructor.
Contact us at (309)342-6222 and set up your free intro today!
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