Master AshApr 112 minThe CrucibleOne definition of a crucible is a vessel, often ceramic or porcelain, used for melting down and purifying metal. Another definition is that a crucible is a t...
Master AshDec 13, 20194 minHistory of TKDThe modern version of taekwondo is based on a much older form, Taekkyon. This was created in the 6-12th century. During the Japanese colonial period, Tae...
Master AshSep 14, 20193 minWhat I did in my SummerSummer is often a time we look forward to enjoying. There is no school, the weather is great, everybody can be outside and you can go away on vacations! Per...
Master AshJul 13, 20192 minSummer TrainingI have promised a note on training. In order to be able to advance in your martial arts training it is essential to be able to take what is taught in class ...
Master AshJul 13, 20194 minSummer Fun Summer is a great time to reflect on the past year and look forward to the next. If you are in school, you can see your achievements marked as moving up into...
Master AshMar 16, 20191 minPi DaySo March 14 we celebrate Pi Day. The number truly is something to celebrate as it is a mathematical constant. We need constants in life, like the ground, tha...
Master AshMar 1, 20195 minThe Pillars of Power In class, we have talked a lot over the years how to create power. We began with the ground as being the foundation off of which we create movement. The gr...
Master AshDec 4, 20182 minA Brief History of Metabolic Power What makes a martial artist powerful? Is it the mystical energy passed on from master to student or is there some real physiologic basis on why training cre...
Master AshNov 30, 20182 minMaster of Physics In our class, we often talk about methods of generating power. We begin with the concept of the ground as the fundamental source of power that is independen...
Master AshNov 23, 20182 minKi MasterThe Last Dragon was a great movie showing the evolution of Leroy who discovered himself against Shonuf. Take a look at the clip and maybe even watch the ho...
Master AshMar 23, 20182 minUse the Force, LukeThe Force. Spock's nerve pinch. Very cool. But is it chi? It is so cool how Yoda lifted Luke's fighter out of the swamp with just his mind. I also wanted...
Master AshMar 17, 20182 minWhy the ground is your best friendThe ground is always there for you. If you fall, it will catch you. If you want to walk, you can always count on it. There are very few things in life we c...
Master AshMar 17, 20183 min “What is a Master”This is GrandMaster Ye Bong Choi. I have known him for over 40 years. He is a ninth degree black belt with over 300 black belts over countless countries. ...