Sae Gae December 2009
  1. Do I have to be in good health? I'm concerned about Oom Yung Doe being hard on my body because of medical issues?

    2. Many people practice martial arts for self defense. Many more people throughout the world practice Traditional Moo Doe for health benefits that are difficult for them to find anywhere else.  Because of the balanced nature of the movement, through the practice of certain forms, it is possible to correct many physical problems you may have - or to avoid those that may occur later in life.
  2. Am I too old?

    3. No.  Through the practice of Traditional Moo Doe, people of all ages can begin to feel immediate benefits, developing internal strength in addition to external strength.  This increases their potential to the point that they can extend their health and fitness into older age and they do not have to give up many of the activities they enjoyed in their youth.  It is common to see broadcasts throughout East Asia showing many Traditional Moo Doe practitioners in their 80's and older participating in physical activities with people in their 40's and 50's.
  3. Do I need to be in good shape?

    4. No.  You can change the reality of your condition through Traditional Moo Doe (Martial Arts), which has been known through the centuries to be one of the fastest ways for people of all ages to achieve longevity, youthfulness, and peace.
  4. What can I do to prepare myself for this training?

    5. There is no benefit in waiting until you are more fit or healthy.  "Do not neglect yourself.  Learn and see what many wish to become." -Grandmaster "Iron" Kim
  5. My schedule is usually full and always changing.  Will this prevent me from training properly?

    6. It is common to hear people say that they are too busy to properly take care of themselves.  Neglecting yourself eventually leads to mental, physical, and spiritual pain, as well as pain that extends on to your loved ones.  Maintaining yourself is the key to maintaining your success, because if you lose yourself you will lose all that you have built and all that you have acquired. 
  6. Am I too young?
    7. Head Instructor Maurice Children's Lesson
    Children can start training when they are able to focus on lessons. It depends upon the child, but children as young as five have benifitted from training.
  7. What do children learn?

    8. In addition to teaching physical strength, coordination and defense, training can help children excel in school work and social interactions.  They are taught respect, patience and determination to help them make correct decisions in life.
  8. I'm concerned about Oom Yung Doe being too violent?

    9. The main emphasis of Traditional Moo Doe training is to develop and strengthen the individual mind and body.
  9. What is Traditional Moo Doe?

    10. Traditional Moo Doe (martial arts) is a way to cultivate your mind, body and spirit to reach your fullest potential.
  10. Is the self defense from this style effective?

    11. Yes. Students are taught to defend themselves against physical, mental and emotional attacks.  In other words defend against the visible and the invisible.
  11. Why eight complete martial arts?

    12. Oom Yung Doe combines knowledge, forms and movements that span thousands of years and generations of martial art practitioners to provide a diverse style of martial arts today.  The diversity of knowledge, forms and movements benefits and develops the human body many different ways unique to the Oom Yung Doe Martial Arts.  The total knowledge of Oom Yung Doe combines and teaches all martial arts together as one.
  12. Is there sparring in Oom Yung Doe?
    13. Picture of sparing
    Yes. Practitioners are taught to develop Self Defense to the level of reflex, which is moving faster than you can think.
  13. Why would I choose Oom Yung Doe over other disciplines?

    14. Don't just read about it, or watch a lesson. You should decide for yourself, call and ask for an appointment. Experience a free introductory lesson which all Oom Yung Doe schools are happy to offer. Consider taking action immediately, we don't hear students or instructors say I wish I waited longer to start training.
  14. What is Chi?

    15. Chi denotes both the essential substances of the human body that maintains its vital activities, as well as physiological functions of the human body. The movement and changes of chi sustain all vital activities of the human mind and body.

    Stress in daily activities, such as work, school and chores can decrease chi, this can lead to an unbalanced condition and a poor quality of life. Blockages in chi flow can manifest in poor health, insomnia and listlessness. In addition, one may experience lack of confidence, focus, enthusiasm and productivity. These are among many negative side effects and symptoms that many experience on a daily basis.

    When chi is strengthened and flows in a balanced way it creates an immediate positive cycle. Balanced chi leads to increased strength, increased strength leads to increased oxygen, increased oxygen leads to better circulation and better circulation opens the channels (meridians) of the mind and body.

    Balanced meridians lead to a balanced level of chi. This positive cycle brings quality nutrition and circulation to organs, muscles and joints, thereby promoting ultimate health, happiness, youthfulness and longevity.

    Bagua Circles Once the level of chi is increased and balanced the difference is noticed immediately. By increasing chi and harmonizing the mind, body and spirit one gains the ability to promote their well-being and general activities of daily living become easier to accomplish.

    Through Traditional Moo Doe secret techniques and movements you will be able to release blocked energy and create a clear pathway for chi flow optimally throughout your entire body.