Tul Tour October

ITF HEADQUARTERS KOREA

ITF

TULTOUR South Korea | October 2013

WITH MASTER RUDOLF KANG Chairman of ITF HQ Technical Committee

ITF TECHNICAL PUBLICATION

TOUR

27th October to 3rd November

STUDY

EXPERIENCE

PHOTOGRAPH

COLOR BELT PATTERNS

KOREAN CULTURE

FOR ITF PUBLICATIONS

From Chon-Ji to Choong Moo

Associated with tul history

Master Kang’s new book

OCT 2013

TOUR DETAILS

PURPOSE

01 Study colored belt patterns

in the locations associated with tul history

02 Take professional pictures

for the forthcoming Taekwon-Do

technical publications by Master Kang

03 Experience Korean Culture

Unique Korean tour and experience traditional culture first hand

LEADING MASTERS

01 Master Rudolf Kan

8th Dan, Chairman of Technical Committee in ITF Headquarters Korea

02 Master Zibby Kruk

7th Dan Chairman ITF HQ Korea International Liaison Committee

PARTICIPANTS

01 Mostly Russian practitioners

accompanied by parents and/or senior instructors

02 Other ITF practitioners from around

the world

are welcome to register to participate in the forthcoming tour

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DURATION

Between 27th October and 3rd November 2013

arrival before the 27th October, tour will commence at mid-day on the 27th October; and conclude on the 3rd November which is the departure day - in the afternoon)

INVITATION

MESSAGE Experience ITF Tul Tour program A Taste of Korean Cuisine and Life Style in the homeland of Taekwon-Do

It is our great pleasure to announce that in October 2013 a TUL Tour 1 program will take place and will be conducted by the Chairman of the ITF HQ Korea Technical Committee, Master Rudolf Kang. This program will be a mixture of tul training (colored belt patterns from Chon-Ji to Choong Moo) in the locations associated with tul history, as well as various cultural activities aiming to extend knowledge about Korean history, culture and therefore, Taekwon-Do. Additional emphasis will be placed on taking professional photographs and videos for the Taekwon-Do Publications that are in preparation by Master Kang. You can be a photo model for the forthcoming Taekwon-Do books published

by Master Kang. Do not miss this chance to appear in these prestigious Taekwon-Do technical publications.

Although the team is nearly complete there are a few places left for those who would like to join the group and travel through Korea, study Taekwon-Do, pose for pictures, enjoy Korean cuisine and experience Korean hospitality.

Zibby Kruk Tul Tour International Coordinator

t u l t ou r

ITF HEADQUARTERS KOREA

YukSamHeights, B/D 642-19 Yeoksam-dong Seoul 135-080 South Korea 대전시 유성구 봉명동 536-9 홍인타 워 1601호 135-080

CJ Oh • Secretary General ITF HQ Korea +82-70-4024-9555, itfline@hotmail.com

Rudolf Kang • Chairman of ITF HQ Technical Committee +82 1599-5427, rudolf@itfline.org

Email: korea@itfmail.org Phone: +82-70-4024-9555 Skype: itfline Fax: +82-2-2179-8600

Peter Sanders • Chairman of ITF HQ Council of Masters

Zibby Kruk • International Coordinator

+82 1599-5427, david@magazine.com

+82 1599-5427 peter@itfline.org

Brian Le Vu • Marketing Director

+82 10-8429-07-01, korea@itfline.org

ON THE COVER:

Master Rudolf Kang demonstrating a middle section twisting kick, a technique for his new book

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THE BEST

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DAYS OF EXCITEMENT

T

ul Tour programs designed by

From 27 Oct to 3 Nov, you will visit more than 15 different locations that are associated with Tul history

TUL history.

the International Taekwon-Do Federation HQ Korea aim to

The “TUL TOUR®” programs involve a

explore the roots of patterns

blend of practical training combined

(TUL) created by the founder of Taekwon-

with a cultural experience that will allow

Do, General Choi Hong Hi. The programs

participants to develop a better under-

strive to provide its participants with

standing of Korean history, culture, life

technical instruction and theoretical

and consequently Taekwon-Do. The par-

lectures on patterns and give the oppor-

ticipants will feel the spirit of the Korean

tunity to practice them in the locations

ancestors and feel enriched by practicing

around Korea that are associated with

TULS amongst beautiful Korean scenery.

Taste of Korean cuisine & Life Style in The Homeland of Taekwon-Do THIS SCHEDULE WILL GIVE YOU AN OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR

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Arrival in Seoul and travel to Do San Park and the Ahn Joong Gun Memorial Hall

Do San Park is a park in the neighborhood of Sinsa-dong in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. It was established in 1973 to commemorate the achievement and legacy of An Chang-ho, a famous independence activist. Do-San Tul will be practiced in front of the An Chang-ho monument and the museum dedicated to this patriot.

Ahn Joon Gun Memorial Hall:is located in central Seoul. The tour participants will practice Joong Gun Tul in front of the Ahn Joong Gun monument and then visit his memorial hall that showcases a memorabilia collection that relates to this independence movement activist.

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Bunhwangsa: Tul Tourers will practice

Travel to Paju and perform Yul-Gok Tul. Going to Everland

Won-Hyo Tul at Bunhwangsa Pagoda in Gyeongju the hometown of Won-Hyo. Originally, the pagoda stood seven or eight levels high and was destroyed by

Paju & Confucian Academy: The Jaun

fire. Today only three tiers of the pagoda

Seowon Confucian Academy is home to

remain. Tourers by visiting this city will

the tablets of Yulgok, a great scholar of the Joseon Dynasty. This will be the practice ground of Yul-Gok tul and the place where participants will learn more about this great scholar and philosopher.

Entertainment Everland Resort is home to over 40 heart-pounding rides and attractions. In addition to ‘Safari World’ featuring white tigers, tigers, lions and bears, ‘Herbivore Safari’ opened in April 2010, letting visitors get up close and personal with the safari’s giraffes, elephants, and ostriches. It is also known for its gorgeous flower arrangements and beautiful gardens. Other great spots for family fun are the Snow Sled, Caribbean and Everland Speedway.

feel and experience over 1000 years of

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Gyeongju’s history, the capital city of the

Travel to Asan, Andong and Gyeongju, ChoongMoo & Toi-Gye Tul

Hyun Choong Sa is a shrine dedicated to Admiral Yi Sun Shin, who was born in the area. The admiral is best known for his invention of the armored “turtle ships” with which he repelled several Japanese invasions in the 1590’s. The participants will practice Choong Moo tul in this location as well as participating in the bowing ceremony and signing of the memory book.

Dosanseowon was created in memory of Korean Confucian scholar Yi Hwang by some of his disciples and other Korean Confucian authorities it offers instruction in the classics and honors the sages with regular memorial rites.

Like other Korean Confucian academies, Dosan Seowon serves two purposes: education and commemoration. Tul tour-

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ers will have the opportunity to perform Toi-Gye tul in the Dosan Seowon’s old

Ganghwa Island ChonJi Tul and Mani maintain for Dan-Gun Tul

Silla kingdom.

historic facilities that date back to the XVI century.

Anapji: or Anap Pond is an artificial pond in the Gyeongju National Park. It was originally located near the palace of Silla called Banwolseong. This area was a training ground for Hwa-Rang warriors.

Tul Tourers will practice Hwa-Rang tul at Anapji pond and feel the spirit of these elite group of male youth warriors during the Silla dynasty who gathered to cultivate mind and body and defend their country.

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Travel to Jeju Island - visit Gen Choi Monument

Enjoy the Arirang party at night, visit ChonJi waterfalls as well as many attractions offered in Jeju

Ganghwa Island is a site of Shamanic worship since ancient times, associated with the cult of Dan-gun Korea’s mythical founding-king as well as the place of myths related to creation of the World and the human race. On the top of the highest mountain, Mount Manisan, an altar is located as a place of worship to Dan-Gun. The island has also been attacked by the French, English and Japanese, and was an important location during the Korean war.

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Practice Won Hyon and Hwarang Tul in chosen locations

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Farewell dinner & Certificate presenta¬tion With Hanbok pic¬ture session, demonstrations and final sight seeing before heading to the airport.

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