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Tang Soo Do

Tang Soo Do is a Korean martial art that originated in the 1940s, drawing influences from various traditional Korean fighting styles, as well as from Chinese and Japanese martial arts. It is known for its emphasis on striking techniques, such as kicks and punches, as well as its incorporation of breathing exercises, meditation, and self-defense techniques. Tang Soo Do practitioners aim to develop a balance between physical strength, mental discipline, and spiritual growth, with a focus on character development and personal improvement. The art has gained popularity worldwide and is practiced by people of all ages for self-defense, fitness, and competition. Tang Soo Do is often characterized by its powerful, yet graceful movements, and its adherence to traditional values such as respect, humility, and indomitable spirit.

Hap Ki Do

Hapkido is a dynamic Korean martial art that combines elements of various traditional Korean fighting systems, as well as influences from Japanese martial arts like Daito-ryu Aiki-jujutsu. Developed in the mid-20th century by Choi Yong-Sool, Hapkido emphasizes circular motion, redirection of force, and leverage to overcome opponents, rather than relying on sheer strength. It encompasses a wide array of techniques, including joint locks, throws, kicks, punches, and grappling, making it a versatile system for self-defense. Hapkido also incorporates meditation, breathing exercises, and principles of ki (internal energy) development, aiming to cultivate a harmonious balance between the practitioner's physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. With its focus on practical application and personal growth, Hapkido has gained a significant following worldwide, appealing to individuals seeking effective self-defense skills, physical fitness, and character development.

Uechi Ryu

Uechi-Ryū is a traditional style of Okinawan karate. Uechi-Ryū means "Method/Way of Uechi".  The original Chinese style was known as Pangai-noon, which translates to English as "half-hard, half-soft", the style was renamed Uechi-Ryū after the founder of the style, Kanbun Uechi, an Okinawan who went to China in March of 1897 to study martial arts and Chinese medicine, returned to Okinawa and began teaching/evolving the style, which was further evolved by his son Kanei Uechi at his school opened in Nago, Okinawa in 1942.  In October 1946, at age 69, Kanbun left his school to Ryuyu Tomoyose who trained the first American to bring Uechi-ryu to the US, George Mattson.  Mr. Nagel’s first Sensei Ted Kresge trained under Mr. Mattson in Boston.

Next Level Warrior Training Center has integrated aspects of this style (Hojo-Undo, Sanchin, Seisan, Kotekitae) into its curriculum in order to produce a more well rounded martial artist.