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**Nopayof** · 08-10-2006, 02:14 PM

This is what the IKF regulation says:

Article 17. YUKO DATOTSU is defined as the accurate striking or thrusting made to DATOTSU spots with the SHINAI at its DATOTSU-BU edge with KIAI (spirit and positive voice), the right posture, and ZANSHIN (mental and physical alertness against the opponents attack; positive follow through of attack and strike).

I’d say it’s the same in kumdo. What we are taught is very similar:

The four main target areas, each worth one point, are struck with its to the head (Muri), the torso (waist, Heori), the wrist (Sonmok), or a thrust to the throat (Chirum). The competitors call their attempted strikes in a strong voice (Kihap), and blows must be delivered with the upper third of the bamboo sword (Jukdo). Although it may appear that many hits are finding their targets in the course of the match, a successful stroke must be coordinated with correct footwork, powerful Kihap, good posture and strong follow through.

Personally, I don’t see material difference between kendo and kumdo, so what you are learning probably applies to kumdo 99.9% of the time.

FYI – some of the other things that kumdo teaches – again very similar to kendo:

Without the proper attitude and reverence to the art form, one opening for the opponent is all it takes to lose. Although combination of strength and speed plays a crucial role, one cannot master the art of Kum Do without the pure and unadulterated state of mind and soul.

The spiritual maturity, inner strength, calmness of the soul, and pure heart combined with strength and speed--that is the "essence" of Kum Do. A duality of one's identity that unites into one.

The purpose of practicing Kumdo is:

To mold the mind and body,
To cultivate a vigorous spirit,
And through correct and rigid training,
To strive for improvement of Kumdo,
To hold in esteem of courtesy and honor,
To treat others with sincerity,
And to forever pursue the cultivation of oneself.

Thus, one will be able:

To be a patriot of righteousness in the highest form,
To respect and honor one's parents,
To trust, honor and loyal to friends,
To perceive and never retreat from challenges,
And to respect all lives and living things.

08-10-2006, 02:14 PM	#14
Nopayof Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 469 Senior Member	This is what the IKF regulation says: Article 17. YUKO DATOTSU is defined as the accurate striking or thrusting made to DATOTSU spots with the SHINAI at its DATOTSU-BU edge with KIAI (spirit and positive voice), the right posture, and ZANSHIN (mental and physical alertness against the opponents attack; positive follow through of attack and strike). I’d say it’s the same in kumdo. What we are taught is very similar: The four main target areas, each worth one point, are struck with its to the head (Muri), the torso (waist, Heori), the wrist (Sonmok), or a thrust to the throat (Chirum). The competitors call their attempted strikes in a strong voice (Kihap), and blows must be delivered with the upper third of the bamboo sword (Jukdo). Although it may appear that many hits are finding their targets in the course of the match, a successful stroke must be coordinated with correct footwork, powerful Kihap, good posture and strong follow through. Personally, I don’t see material difference between kendo and kumdo, so what you are learning probably applies to kumdo 99.9% of the time. FYI – some of the other things that kumdo teaches – again very similar to kendo: Without the proper attitude and reverence to the art form, one opening for the opponent is all it takes to lose. Although combination of strength and speed plays a crucial role, one cannot master the art of Kum Do without the pure and unadulterated state of mind and soul. The spiritual maturity, inner strength, calmness of the soul, and pure heart combined with strength and speed--that is the "essence" of Kum Do. A duality of one's identity that unites into one. The purpose of practicing Kumdo is: To mold the mind and body, To cultivate a vigorous spirit, And through correct and rigid training, To strive for improvement of Kumdo, To hold in esteem of courtesy and honor, To treat others with sincerity, And to forever pursue the cultivation of oneself. Thus, one will be able: To be a patriot of righteousness in the highest form, To respect and honor one's parents, To trust, honor and loyal to friends, To perceive and never retreat from challenges, And to respect all lives and living things.
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