Kuk Sool Won is a comphrensive, Korean martial arts system founded by In Hyuk Suh in 1961. The name Kuk Sool Won translates to "National Martial Art" and is currently taught worldwide with hundreds of registered schools. Founded as martial arts system and not a martial arts style, Kuk Sool Won is generally not limited to any single discipline. Rather, Kuk Sool Won attempts to be a complete study of all martial arts.

As a traditional martial art, Kuk Sool Won traces many of its roots back to the ancient and prehistoric martial arts used thousands of years ago. However, the study of Kuk Sool Won also includes many modern day techniques such as gun defense and weapon improvisation. Kuk Sool Won has many facets and is performed for self-defense, healing, conditioning, competition, fun and aesthetic purposes.

Characteristics

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Although Kuk Sool Won encompasses many different styles, it still has some discernable characteristics that set it apart from other traditional martial arts. Kuk Sool Won is typically characterized by having low stances and fluid, graceful motions. There is also an emphasis on joint locks and pressure points. In addition, individual schools may have their own unofficial focuses within the Kuk Sool Won system in fields such as grappling or weapons.

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Kuk Sool Won is starting classes at Delray Fitness Center at the corner of Military Trail and Atlantic after the New Year!! More practice!
kswdelraybeach (Lawrence Johansen) Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:14:30 -0000
Kuk Sool Won is starting classes at Delray Fitness Center at the corner of Military Trail and Atlantic after the New Year!! More practice!

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