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50+ Years
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Empowering Lives Through Hwa Rang Do Martial Arts
Established in 1960 by Dr. Joo Bang Lee, our organization preserves and advances Hwa Rang Do, a comprehensive Korean martial art rooted in ancient warrior traditions. We integrate physical combat training with mental discipline, ethical development, and spiritual growth to cultivate leaders committed to serving humanity. Our system includes four core divisions: internal power, external techniques, mental focus, and weapon mastery.As a humanitarian non-profit, we emphasize character development alongside technical proficiency, preparing students to overcome personal challenges while contributing positively to society. With global dojangs and annual international championships, we maintain a legacy of empowering individuals through traditional martial arts principles adapted for modern practice.
Services
Hwa Rang Do Training
Tae Soo Do Program
Weapon Techniques
Leadership Development
Humanitarian Programs
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of authentic Hwa Rang Do tradition with certified master instructors
- Our curriculum includes 4,000+ techniques across four comprehensive martial arts divisions
- Humanitarian focus combines martial arts training with character development programs
- International network with dojangs across multiple continents and annual world championships
- Certified instructors trained in both traditional techniques and modern teaching methodologies
What people say
Life-changing discipline
Authentic traditional methods
Strong community focus
Excellent leadership training
Comprehensive technical curriculum
Services
Hwa Rang Do Training
Our comprehensive Hwa Rang Do program teaches traditional Korean martial arts techniques developed over 1,800 years. Students learn striking, joint manipulation, throws, pressure points, and grappling techniques while developing mental discipline and ethical leadership. The curriculum emphasizes holistic personal development through physical training and character building.
Tae Soo Do Program
Tae Soo Do serves as the foundational program for martial arts newcomers. This structured curriculum introduces basic techniques, movement principles, and philosophical concepts while building physical fitness and self-confidence. Students develop fundamental skills that prepare them for advanced Hwa Rang Do training.
Weapon Techniques
Our weapon training covers 108 techniques across 20 weapon categories, including swords, sticks, and improvised weapons. Students learn traditional Korean weapon handling while developing coordination, focus, and situational awareness. Training emphasizes practical self-defense applications and historical context.
Leadership Development
Leadership programs integrate martial arts training with ethical development based on ancient Hwarang warrior principles. Participants cultivate courage, integrity, and service-oriented leadership through structured curriculum and community engagement activities that emphasize personal responsibility and social contribution.
Humanitarian Programs
Our humanitarian initiatives apply martial arts principles to community service projects worldwide. Programs focus on empowering underserved populations through educational outreach, youth development, and international aid efforts that embody the Hwarang spirit of service and compassion.
People
Dr. Joo Bang Lee
Founder
Dr. Joo Bang Lee established Hwa Rang Do in 1960, systematizing traditional Korean martial arts techniques. As Grandmaster, he preserved ancient warrior teachings while adapting them for modern practice, creating a comprehensive system emphasizing physical mastery and ethical development.
Grandmaster Taejoon Lee
President
Grandmaster Taejoon Lee continues his father's legacy as President of the Hwa Rang Do World HQ Martial Arts Academy. He leads global expansion efforts while maintaining traditional standards, overseeing instructor certification and international competitions that promote martial arts excellence and humanitarian values.
Questions
What is Hwa Rang Do martial arts?
Hwa Rang Do is a comprehensive Korean martial art system combining physical techniques, mental discipline, and ethical development based on ancient warrior traditions.
How does Hwa Rang Do differ from other martial arts?
Our system uniquely integrates 4,000+ techniques with character development, leadership training, and humanitarian principles in a holistic approach to personal growth.
What age groups can train in Hwa Rang Do?
Our programs accommodate students from children to adults, with age-appropriate curricula focusing on physical development and character building.
Is prior martial arts experience required?
No prior experience needed. Tae Soo Do provides foundational training for beginners before advancing to Hwa Rang Do techniques.
Are there competition opportunities?
Yes, we host annual World Championships featuring forms, sparring, and demonstration divisions for practitioners at all levels.
How does the ranking system work?
Our structured curriculum progresses through color belts to black belt degrees, with technical mastery and character development requirements at each level.
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