Alexandria Soo Do Kwan
- Our martial arts program is about personal development. Our main instructors have a lot of competition experience and believe that pressure testing is necessary for combat arts/sports to have any semblance of practicality. Competition, however, is not our focus (unless you request it).
- Our instructors do their best to develop the individual’s strengths and encourage each student to modify techniques as necessary to best suit their body and mind. Our curriculum is flexible, and is designed to bring the best out of everyone.
- Our Karate program focuses on strong fundamentals and body awareness. The workouts can be very demanding. We teach a “traditional” and basic style of karate. We don’t have an elaborate belt system, there are no patches, trophies, medals, or ribbons. We don’t require you to break boards or anything else, and don’t practice anything that looks like gymnastics. If you’re over 40, we’re perfect for you.
- The self-defense program is complements karate perfectly. The primary goal of our program is to introduce self-defense focused Jiu-jitsu/Hapkido to the general public and to karate practitioners interested in adding to their skill set and to further understanding traditional hyung (kata). Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is also available. The realties of self-defense involve strategies and tactics that are outside of a typical karate curriculum.
- Our martial arts community is friendly, encouraging, and is truly supportive. We are open to all people who are willing to learn—particularly those who may not feel comfortable in a highly competitive environment. We welcome everyone, do our best to leave our problems at the door, and get lost in sweat together for a few hours per week.
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“Freedom Without Constraints: This signifies the ability to explore different techniques, styles, and approaches without rigid adherence to specific rules. Thus, allowing practitioners to adapt and innovate without being restricted by traditional boundaries.”
–Hwang Kee, Moo Duk Kwan
