Beckton Tang Soo Do (London) is a Martial Arts club specialising in the art of Tang Soo Do. The club is instructed by Mr. Tomlin (3rd Dan). The main objective of the club is to teach students the traditional Korean art of Tang Soo Do and in addition to provide an appreciation of other Martial Art styles.

What is Tang Soo Do ?

Tang Soo Do is a traditional Korean Martial Art, whose origins can be tracked back around 2000 years. During this time, the art has evolved into a highly effective self defence and training system. Elements of the training include self defence techniques, forms, semi-contact free sparing, breaking and weapons use.

Meaning of Tang Soo Do ?

Literally translated, the word "Tang" means T'ang Dynasty of China, which reflects the shared cultural background between China and Korea ( 617-907 AD ). "Soo" means hand, but it implies fist. "Do"  means way of life or art. Thus Tang Soo Do means the Korean classical martial art which legendarily was influenced by the T'ang method of martial art.

What can Tang Soo Do do for me ?

Beckton Tang Soo Do club will teach you to defend yourself, build your stamina and overall improve yourself as a person. Through gradual progression and attainment of these skills, your personal goals, confidence, self-belief and self-discipline will increase. Physical fitness is an important part of Tang Soo Do training, promoting the four  "S" factors - strength, speed, stamina and suppleness.