Kuk Sool… or Kuk Sool Won?
Kuk Sool is the name of your martial art. Literally, Kuk means “nation” or “country”; Sool means “martial art.” Thus, Kuk Sool translates to “[Korean] national martial art.” Kuk Sool Won is the name of the organization that oversees Kuk Sool instruction worldwide (Won means “association”). Conduct… Kuk Sool is a traditional martial art and, as such, stresses etiquette (yea eue in Korean). The rules of etiquette are sometimes complex, so if you are unsure about proper conduct in a particular situation, by all means please ask your instructor. Always remember to bow and say KUK SOOL! When you enter and leave the building, as well as when you enter or exit the dojang (classroom) area. Non-students do not have to bow, but they do need to remove their shoes and hats upon entering the building — and please, no eating, chewing gum, drinking, or smoking inside! Also — and we shouldnt even have to mention this — profane or abusive language or behavior is never acceptable in our school.
