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We are a martial arts school of thought. "Many are stubborn in pursuit of the path they have chosen, few in pursuit of the goal." - Nietzsche So, what is this?
This is the tree that grew from a seed planted in February 1989, when I threw my first low block and unknowingly became a martial artist. Martial arts helped me become who I am. I’ve had the privilege of learning from and training with some of the best minds the world has to offer. I owe it to them and the generations who came before me to pass on what I’ve learned from them and what I’ve learned
07/03/2025
One month away!
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06/23/2025
Here's your sneak-peak at this year's seminar t-shirts...
We're less than 6 weeks until the seminar and only 3 weeks before the hotel room discount expires.
July is almost here and August will be here before you know it.
Don't wait, register now!
https://temperedminds.regfox.com/tempered-minds-sword-seminar-2025
05/18/2025
Your 2025 Tempered Minds Sword Seminar instructors have been selected!
Check out the link below to learn more about who they are and what they'll be teaching.
https://temperedminds.regfox.com/tempered-minds-sword-seminar-2025
The full seminar schedule is available here:
https://temperedminds.regfox.com/tempered-minds-sword-seminar-2025
And while you're there, don't forget to register. You don't want to miss this event!
See you there!
02/11/2025
2025-02-10 - Dragon Hide Defense HDGD Seminar
It was an honor to spend the evening with you and your students!
Haidong!!
12/16/2024
This weekend I had the privilege of giving a Haidong Gumdo Seminar to Grandmaster Klinedinst's students at UTA Karate Manchester.
28 students from white belt to 3rd dan shared the floor to learn the fundamentals of HDGD, including the first form, and paper cutting.
Congratulations to everyone who attended! You all did incredibly well and demonstrated true choshim (beginner's mindset).
Thank you, Grandmaster Klinedinst for the opportunity for me to spend a weekend with such outstanding martial artists!
Haidong! Tang Soo!
10/16/2024
The 15th Mexican National / 5th All-American Open Championship was incredible. At most tournaments, you compete against other people but here you compete with them. The camaraderie and support for each other on and off the competition floor is outstanding. Thank you Master Kim Yang Tae for hosting such a fantastic event!
Huge thanks to my Mexican Family - with special shout-outs to Christian Orozco, Mariana OS, Raul Beltran. Thank you for ensuring we had reliable transportation, great coffee, great food, and excellent company during what is arguably the most stressful part of your year.
And of course huge thanks to my team - Marshall Parnell, Heidi Jones, and Thomas Salls. Thank you for sharing this adventure with me and representing the United States so well. It was an experience that can't be beat.
3rd Place - Masters' Geombeop
2nd Place - Masters' Bamboo Cutting
08/19/2024
Another excellent seminar in the books!
I'd like to thank Chief Master Parnell of Lotus Blossom Martial Arts, Chief Master Laura of Central Ohio Martial Arts, and Head Instructor Hobbs of Steel City Historical Fencing for sharing your knowledge with us this year.
I'd also like to thank everyone who attended. You're the reason we hold these seminars and we couldn't do it without you.
Sunday Venue Change
Due to expected inclement weather, Sunday's sessions have been moved to the Hilton DoubleTree - i.e., the same venue as Saturday.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh - Green Tree
500 Mansfield Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
Directions:
https://maps.google.com/?daddr=500%20Mansfield%20Avenue%2C%20Pittsburgh%20PA%2015205%20US
https://temperedminds.regfox.com/tempered-minds-sword-seminar-2024
See you there!!
The seminar is just one week away!
Online pre-registration has closed but you can still register at the door.
Tempered Minds Sword Seminar
Saturday August 17
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh - Green Tree
500 Mansfield Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(Doors open at 8:00am)
Sunday August 18
Roaring Lion Martial Arts
136 Old Beaver Grade Rd
McKees Rocks, PA 15108
(Doors open at 8:00am)
Seminar Information Page - https://temperedminds.regfox.com/tempered-minds-sword-seminar-2024
Facebook Event - https://www.facebook.com/events/3705998346392962
07/17/2024
Just one month until the seminar!
Don't wait - Register now!
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06/16/2024
The 2024 Tempered Minds Sword Seminar schedule has been finalized and posted!
https://temperedminds.regfox.com/tempered-minds-sword-seminar-2024
We have the senior-most US Master Instructors coming to share their knowledge with you. Fundamentals, Footwork, Geombeop, Cutting, and Sparring. If you're looking for an opportunity to level-up your technique, this is it.
Why wait? Register now!
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