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Foundation Donations in Memory of Cort Stinehour Sa Bom Nim

By U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Moo Duk Kwan Federation | 02/12/2025
Two martial artists in doboks smile against a sunny backdrop, showcasing their uniforms and camaraderie.

The United States Soo Bahk Do Moo Do Kwan Foundation 501(c)(3) endorses the following message from Mary Kate Stinehour Sa Bom Nim. - John A. Ballard, Chairman Hello, On behalf of my family and the Ellenville Moo Duk Kwan students, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated to the…

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2025 Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa Invitations

By U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Moo Duk Kwan Federation | 02/04/2025

Certification opportunities for Moo Duk Kwan® Ko Dan Ja rank (4th Dan and higher) and certain level instructor certifications in Soo Bahk Do® are only accessible to classing eligible and/or time eligible members who are recommended and invited to an annual Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa (week long exam) where they are joined by other…

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Celebrating 50 Years - U.S. Federation Golden Jubilee

By U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Moo Duk Kwan Federation | 01/23/2025
A martial artist performs a high kick in front of a historic building, promoting the 2025 National Festival in King of Prussia, PA.

Greetings Federation Members,  On behalf of the Kwan Jang Nim, Board of Directors and Technical Advisory Committee we wish each of you a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.  Indeed, 2025 is a special year as we celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the Moo Duk Kwan® established by the Founder Hwang Kee on November 9,…

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TAC Chairman Announces 2025 Appointment Updates

By U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Moo Duk Kwan Federation | 01/06/2025

Happy New Year Everyone -   I hope this message finds you well and that each of you had an enjoyable Holiday Season with family and friends.   As we turn our focus to 2025, we look for your continued active participation as we connect through training and strive to improve human relations in doing…

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2024 MWM & KDJSS Highlights
Hosted by Region 7 Nov 15-22 Minneapolis, MN

By U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Moo Duk Kwan Federation | 11/28/2024

Greetings All – We hope this message finds you well and ready for the Holiday season that is already upon us.   Recently, we concluded the 2024 Moment with the Masters and Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa where we saw Moo Do in action carried by 5 Gu Dan Candidates, 2 Chil Dan Candidates, 6…

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2024 MWM Schedule and 2025 National Festival / Golden Jubilee Celebration

By U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Moo Duk Kwan Federation | 10/08/2024

Greetings Fellow Members –   We will be celebrating 50 Years of the United States Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Federation® next year and have confirmed plans for this event.   Please Save the Date for the 2025 Golden Jubilee National Festival and Championship July 17-19, 2025 hosted by Region 2 in Valley Forge, PA.  The…

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Cort Stinehour Sa Bom Nim 1968-2024

By U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Moo Duk Kwan Federation | 10/01/2024 | 5

Greetings Fellow Moo Duk Kwan Practioners,  It is with a heavy heart that we reach out today. The Moo Duk Kwan family lost a true Moo Do In with the passing of Cort Stinehour Sa Bom Nim on the evening of September 30th, 2024.  Stinehour Sa Bom Nim lived the principles of our Moo Duk Kwan…

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2024 National Festival Follow-up

By U.S. Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Moo Duk Kwan Federation | 09/04/2024

Greetings Fellow Members –   We hope this finds you well as Summer winds down and Fall is upon us.  On behalf of the Board of Directors and Technical Advisory Committee, we wanted to extend a very sincere thank you to all who attended the National Festival contributing to a successful event.  Whether you participated…

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