Essay Question – September 2025 Promotion Test
Congratulations to ALL who trained well through the summer to step forward for promotion! You are set to embark on a new season of learning,…
What is the Best Martial Art for Self-Defense?
If you’ve ever wondered what is the best martial art for self-defense, you’re not alone. With so many disciplines out there, from striking arts like…
Private Martial Arts Lessons vs. Park District Classes: What’s the Real Difference?
Studying a discipline within the martial arts requires intense focus, commitment, and skilled instruction. Students stay motivated and develop strong technique when they receive personalized…
Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts Promotion Ceremony – June 2025: Supreme GrandMaster S.H. Yu Honors 2 Outstanding BlackBelts
Master S. H. Yu Martial Arts, Oak Park, IL, USA, proudly hosted their quarterly promotion ceremony, and while every ceremony is cause for celebration and…
Essay Question: June 2025 Promotion Test
Congratulations on successfully completing the first part of your test! We admire EVERYONE who stepped forward with confidence and courage to give it THEIR BEST!…
Where Did Martial Arts Originate?
Striking, grappling, and weaponry are some of the oldest forms of combat, forming the foundation of martial arts—a discipline with deep roots in human history.…
Honoring the Legacy: GrandMaster Yu Named Regional VP of U.S. TaeKwonDo Grandmasters Society
This spring, Supreme GrandMaster Yu has been actively sharing the philosophy and discipline of True Martial Art, emphasizing the importance of proper etiquette within the…
How to Be a True Martial Artist
What Does It Really Mean to Be a True Martial Artist? This year, you have all demonstrated the essence of being a true martial artist—by…
Essay Question: March 2025 Promotion Test
Your Essay Question, honorably submitted for your thoughtful response by fellow-martial artist John, testing for Green Belt, age 9.5: "Describe what it means to be…
