Palmetto Tang Soo Do

Welcome
to the official website of Palmetto Tang Soo Do. We are a member studio of the World Tang Soo Do Association and teach Tang Soo Do, a traditional Korean karate. The purpose of Tang Soo Do is not for fighting but to develop self-defense capability, strength of spirit, and to build character. It differs from a sport in that there is no element of competition between students in Tang Soo Do training.

Since Tang Soo Do is not a sport, athletic ability is not used as a measure of success. Each student is encouraged to learn at his or her own pace, with the goal of maximizing one's potential. Students attain a high degree of self-confidence through physical fitness, grace, poise and controlled self-defense; along with peace of mind, physical and mental discipline, and a sense of security.

Tang Soo Do (TSD) is an ancient Korean martial art, rooted in a more than 2,000-year-old tradition. TSD is a method of empty hand and foot, and weapon fighting based on the scientific use of the body in self-defense.

As an art, TSD combines all aspects, such as an effort to live with developmental principles, defensive and offensive skills, handling weapons, developing power, and living a healthy and harmonious life, physically, mentally, and spiritually. The TSD practitioner's ultimate goal is the betterment of one's mind, body, and spirit and the development of individual character and respect for others.

World Tang Soo Do Association (WTSDA), under the leadership and vision of Grandmaster Jae C. Shin, has grown to over 500 member studios with more than 100,000 members in 36 countries, spread over the 6 inhabited continents. Belt promotions are "Master Certified" thus enabling students to transfer their accomplishments to any member school throughout the world.

Palmetto TSD, member studio of the WTSDA, emphasizes training guided by strong family values. Students of all ages and physical abilities train side by side. Our membership includes a high percentage of families thus giving parents an excellent opportunity to model core values to their children (e.g., self-control, self-discipline, perseverance, and respect). We at Palmetto TSD share - pride in our school, friendship, camaraderie, loyalty to one another, and a common goal of becoming the best we can be.

Sah Bum Nim Steve Rogers has been studying martial arts for over 25 years. He has earned 5 Black Belts (his first two were in Japanese styles and his most recent three are in Korean style martial arts). Sah Bum Nim Rogers began his distinguished career in 1977. He earned 1st degree Black Belt in Shito-Ryo and in Shotokan (both Japanese styles). In the early 1980's, Sah Bum Nim Rogers began training full-time in Korean style martial arts. He earned 3rd degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and 2nd degree Black Belt in Hapkido.

In 1985, he joined the World Tang Soo Do Association. In 1988, Sah Bum Nim Rogers opened Palmetto Tang Soo Do, member studio of the World Tang Soo Do Association. Sah Bum Nim Rogers currently holds a 3rd degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do and is a Gold Lifetime member of the World Tang Soo Do Association.

Palmetto Tang Soo Do is located at the Florence Family YMCA at 1700 Rutherford Road in Florence, SC. Discounts available for YMCA and multiple family members.

Sah Bum Nim Steve Rogers
Chief Instructor
Palmetto Tang Soo Do
Florence Family YMCA
1700 Rutherford Road
Florence, SC 29512
843-665-1234
PalmettoTSD@aol.com

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
	Beginner's Class 6:10pm-7:00pm		Beginner's Class 6:10pm-7:00pm	Open Class 6:10pm-7:00pm
	Intermediate/ Advanced Class 7:10pm-8:00pm		Intermediate/ Advanced Class 7:10pm-8:00pm

The 6:10 PM to 7:00 PM class on Tuesdays and Thursdays is a Beginner's class (White & Orange Belts). The 7:10 PM to 8:00 PM class on Tuesdays and Thursdays is an Intermediate/ Advanced class (Green Belts & above). The 6:10 PM to 7:00 PM class on Fridays is open to all belts and ranks.

Specialty workshops (e.g., weapons training) are periodically offered. The Chief Instructor sets rank requirements in advance.

The content contained within this page is the property of Region 7 Black Belt Club and the World Tang Soo Do Association. The images and information contained herein may not be reproduced without the expressed permission of Region 7 Black Belt Club and the World Tang Soo Do Association Headquarters. This page was created and is maintained by Charles Dunn and Region 7 Black Belt Club.

World Tang Soo Do Association Headquarters
709 Oregon Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19148
Phone: 215-468-2121
Fax: 215-336-2121
E-mail: WTSDA@aol.com