A Journey to MUSA Emily has been studying at Hong Ik Martial Arts for a year now and she has learned so much. Presently holding the rank of Blue Belt and recently earning a place to study among the MUSA students she is both proud and happy. Each ... Read More
MUSA are Hong Ik Martial arts students who engage in the deep study of martial arts. It is a highly selective program which requires the students to pass a rigorous test to become a member. The MUSA students’ studies include: – Olympic ... Read More
Testing for Black belt 3rd degree started long ago, before I passed my first promotion test for a yellow belt. Each level and each Black belt test has left its own impression with me, each with its own quality.
HST (Hyunsa and Susa Training) December 19, 2021 On December 19, 2021, a group came to the Tarrytown location for HyunSa and Susa Training (HST). Since Covid protocols are still in place, we had a smaller group than usual, but all the ... Read More
HST Training 15 May 2022 Susa Recruits and Basic Principles of Energy On Sunday, May 15, 2022, Susa gathered at the Tarrytown HongIk Martial Arts location for our monthly HyunSa and Susa Training. We began warmups with dahnjun tapping. Standing ... Read More
Meaning of HST H – HyunSa which means qualified Master according to Susa system S – Susa which means surpassed leaders group T – Training Attendee HyunSa and Susa from Hong Ik Martial ... Read More
When you see someone who is sick, do you feel sympathy for them and want to help them get better? This is called compassion. When you see bullying taking place at school, do you feel anger towards the bully and do you want to go help the person ... Read More
This month’s HST was held on January 19th, 2020 in Tarrytown. Grand Master Yoo led the class with a 3 sequence Ki Gong form. He had previously taught a 4 corners personal training routine for Susas and Hyunsas to incorporate in their daily ... Read More
There are so many of benefits of qigong. Below is a list of some of the reasons why qigong (Martial Arts) is as effective as an exercise for our modern times.