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July 7, 2016
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" Ginseng Chicken
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" can be seen every month
in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the July, 2016 newsletter
During the hot summer months of July and August Koreans fight fire with fire! You would think you would eat Ginseng Chicken (Samgyetang) on a cold wintry night, but not in Korea! Ginseng Chicken is served at the height of summer. Long lines are seen outside the Ginseng Chicken restaurants as patrons wait to sweat away the heat of the summer. The idea behind this is if you sweat bullets as you eat this amazing meal you will cool down. This is
considered a very therapeutic experience.
A beautiful Cornish hen is stuffed with short grain rice, garlic, jube-jube (date), ginseng root and lowered into a pot of boiling water. This simmers away for about an hour. Each are served a stone pot with your own chicken. Break open the super tender chicken to reveal the sticky rice, garlic, jube-jube and ginseng root. The chicken and broth is seasoned at the table with salt and pepper. The broth is heavenly. Eating the now tender ginseng root revitalizes your entire being. On our last trip in 2014 the game was to see who could empty their stone pot completely. Cheers would abound as each person displayed their empty bowl!
This meal is easily enjoyed by Americans because it is quite mild compared to some of the more exotic flavors we experience in Korea. I have made this at home and was thrilled with the results. As my chicken simmered I added sliced ginger to the broth to kick up the flavor. So easy and super yummy!
Not all soups are served hot during the summer in Korea. Mul-naengmyeon is a soup that is served icy cold. We experienced a bowl of this at lunch with Master Ahn. A sweet and tangy icy broth served with chewy buckwheat noodles, radish and beef brisket. It was so unusual! I thought I was drinking a salad!
Please consider experiencing these amazing soups with us on our tour in 2016. An adventure awaits your palate and your Taekwondo practice.
Haengbog meogneum !
Happy Eating!
Mrs. Pyke
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in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the July, 2016 newsletter
During the hot summer months of July and August Koreans fight fire with fire! You would think you would eat Ginseng Chicken (Samgyetang) on a cold wintry night, but not in Korea! Ginseng Chicken is served at the height of summer. Long lines are seen outside the Ginseng Chicken restaurants as patrons wait to sweat away the heat of the summer. The idea behind this is if you sweat bullets as you eat this amazing meal you will cool down. This is
considered a very therapeutic experience.A beautiful Cornish hen is stuffed with short grain rice, garlic, jube-jube (date), ginseng root and lowered into a pot of boiling water. This simmers away for about an hour. Each are served a stone pot with your own chicken. Break open the super tender chicken to reveal the sticky rice, garlic, jube-jube and ginseng root. The chicken and broth is seasoned at the table with salt and pepper. The broth is heavenly. Eating the now tender ginseng root revitalizes your entire being. On our last trip in 2014 the game was to see who could empty their stone pot completely. Cheers would abound as each person displayed their empty bowl!
This meal is easily enjoyed by Americans because it is quite mild compared to some of the more exotic flavors we experience in Korea. I have made this at home and was thrilled with the results. As my chicken simmered I added sliced ginger to the broth to kick up the flavor. So easy and super yummy!
Not all soups are served hot during the summer in Korea. Mul-naengmyeon is a soup that is served icy cold. We experienced a bowl of this at lunch with Master Ahn. A sweet and tangy icy broth served with chewy buckwheat noodles, radish and beef brisket. It was so unusual! I thought I was drinking a salad!
Please consider experiencing these amazing soups with us on our tour in 2016. An adventure awaits your palate and your Taekwondo practice.
Haengbog meogneum !
Happy Eating!
Mrs. Pyke
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The Chosun e-newsletter Archive Volume 7 #7 July, 2016
July 1, 2016
NewsletterNews Events Updates
Dear Martial Arts Enthusiast,Welcome to the July edition of the Chosun Taekwondo Academy e-newsletter! With summer in full swing...there is a full schedule of summer events at CHOSUN. Take advantage of the great outdoors and don't miss our annual Summer Training in the Warwick Town Park, Youth Training and Korean Arts & Crafts and don't forget to mark your calendar for the third annual Chosun picnic on Sunday August 7, 2016.
Please take note of Chosun 2016 Summer Schedule which will included in your July invoice and online as of July 1, 2016
View the 2015 Chosun Taekwondo Academy Retrospective
Kamsahamnida,
Patty Cook, Editor www.facebook.com/chosuntkd
Happy Independence Day!
Chosun Taekwondo Academy celebrating 19 years!
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June 23, 2016
Why I Choose to Study in the Martial Arts (Tae Kwon Do is not only for Kids)
White Belt Essay by Cherie Durgin
When I am asked a question regarding the reason I chose a certain decision or direction for my children, the answer is typically not difficult to answer. I simply state what was on my mind at that time and how it would benefit my child. However, the question regarding why I chose Martial Arts for myself is not as easy an answer as I had anticipated. People have asked me why I decided to join, and my answer was never clear. My initial response has been along the lines of, "I am not really sure. I guess it was to join my children in this challenge." I was not really sure how to express the exact reason I chose to study the Martial Arts for myself that does not include the unoriginal answer of it "providing a mental and physical challenge." It just felt right at the time. This uncertainty bothered
me. Staring at a blank page without thoughts overflowing was unexpected. However, the more I thought about it, the more I realized why. As parents, our children come first.
The choice to put my children into Martial Arts was easy. I realized the benefits it would provide them. As years went on, I have seen individual growth in different ways. Each child has strengths that are being enhanced and weaknesses that are being challenged. The benefits I predicted that Tae Kwon Do would offer them have become a reality, plus more. They continue to grow each time they attend class. Every class I was able to watch, I was intrigued with what they were learning. I was disappointed when I was unable to stay as I needed to be somewhere else. Little did I know that this was a growing urge of wanting to participate in something that I simply thought was an enjoyment in observing. After some time, it dawned on me that the benefits my children were gaining out of Tae Kwon Do were things that I realized I could use in my life, as well. The meditation helps them remain still and focused for a period of time, reflecting only on the present and mentally preparing for what was ahead of them in that hour. The physical movements of stretching and forms help their balance, coordination, mental processing, and concentration. The self defense skills benefit them to become more agile and aware of the unexpected challenges (physical or mental), they will face as they grow. Their spirit, perseverance and confidence only increase as they work toward their next belt. The appreciation of the Korean culture and history is naturally something that I feel my children need. The vocabulary and lessons learned in class help them to recognize and appreciate the Korean culture which, of course, is already part of their identity. It is difficult to pinpoint each and every reason why Tae Kwon Do is such a beneficial practice as the list is endless. It improves the whole body and mind. I enjoyed watching my children receive these benefits through Tae Kwon Do, and I finally realized something that surprised me: It was my turn. As most parents would agree, our children are our priority. They come first in every important decision we make. It does not come natural for us to think about ourselves or especially to take time to ponder what benefits us in our decisions. It is not natural for us to dissect the reason of why we choose to make a commitment, if we even make them at all. Joining Tae Kwon Do looked like a quick, "on the whim" decision. Friends were surprised when I joined as was my husband. In actuality, the desire was always there but the justification to do it was not. I realize now, and especially after attending a number of classes, that joining Tae Kwon Do is a life changing decision. It is absolutely something I enjoy sharing with my children. But, most importantly, it was a personal decision to commit to something that would ultimately benefit, challenge, change, and improve...ME. It is my turn.
When I am asked a question regarding the reason I chose a certain decision or direction for my children, the answer is typically not difficult to answer. I simply state what was on my mind at that time and how it would benefit my child. However, the question regarding why I chose Martial Arts for myself is not as easy an answer as I had anticipated. People have asked me why I decided to join, and my answer was never clear. My initial response has been along the lines of, "I am not really sure. I guess it was to join my children in this challenge." I was not really sure how to express the exact reason I chose to study the Martial Arts for myself that does not include the unoriginal answer of it "providing a mental and physical challenge." It just felt right at the time. This uncertainty bothered me. Staring at a blank page without thoughts overflowing was unexpected. However, the more I thought about it, the more I realized why. As parents, our children come first.
The choice to put my children into Martial Arts was easy. I realized the benefits it would provide them. As years went on, I have seen individual growth in different ways. Each child has strengths that are being enhanced and weaknesses that are being challenged. The benefits I predicted that Tae Kwon Do would offer them have become a reality, plus more. They continue to grow each time they attend class. Every class I was able to watch, I was intrigued with what they were learning. I was disappointed when I was unable to stay as I needed to be somewhere else. Little did I know that this was a growing urge of wanting to participate in something that I simply thought was an enjoyment in observing. After some time, it dawned on me that the benefits my children were gaining out of Tae Kwon Do were things that I realized I could use in my life, as well. The meditation helps them remain still and focused for a period of time, reflecting only on the present and mentally preparing for what was ahead of them in that hour. The physical movements of stretching and forms help their balance, coordination, mental processing, and concentration. The self defense skills benefit them to become more agile and aware of the unexpected challenges (physical or mental), they will face as they grow. Their spirit, perseverance and confidence only increase as they work toward their next belt. The appreciation of the Korean culture and history is naturally something that I feel my children need. The vocabulary and lessons learned in class help them to recognize and appreciate the Korean culture which, of course, is already part of their identity. It is difficult to pinpoint each and every reason why Tae Kwon Do is such a beneficial practice as the list is endless. It improves the whole body and mind. I enjoyed watching my children receive these benefits through Tae Kwon Do, and I finally realized something that surprised me: It was my turn. As most parents would agree, our children are our priority. They come first in every important decision we make. It does not come natural for us to think about ourselves or especially to take time to ponder what benefits us in our decisions. It is not natural for us to dissect the reason of why we choose to make a commitment, if we even make them at all. Joining Tae Kwon Do looked like a quick, "on the whim" decision. Friends were surprised when I joined as was my husband. In actuality, the desire was always there but the justification to do it was not. I realize now, and especially after attending a number of classes, that joining Tae Kwon Do is a life changing decision. It is absolutely something I enjoy sharing with my children. But, most importantly, it was a personal decision to commit to something that would ultimately benefit, challenge, change, and improve...ME. It is my turn.
June 2, 2016
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" Gamja Saelleodeu
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" can be seen every month
in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the June, 2016 newsletter
Here’s a fun Korean dish that would go well with any cookout this summer. So in honor of Memorial Day Weekend here is a recipe for Gamja Saelleodeu, Korean potato salad.
I first tasted this dish at a fabulous lunch we had after training with Grand Master Lee. We entered a beautiful post and beam farmhouse style restaurant and were seated on the floor in the traditional style of dining. The table was filled with a plethora of Banchan, the small side dishes that accompany any Korean meal. One of the dishes was Potato Salad. I thought it seemed odd… potato salad is so American. Well I was in for a surprise!! The Gamja Saelleodeo was so icy cold and soft. The potatoes were more mashed than chunky and the dressing was super sweet due to the fact that some sugar and apple are added. A great compliment to the highly spicy and fermented Banchans on the table. Everyone at our end of the table gobbled it right up! I recall we asked if there was any more potato salad at the other end of the table and if there was to please pass it down!!Gamja Saelleodeu is served at every Korean restaurant here in the states. So don’t hesitate when you see it!Here is a recipe from my new favorite Korean cookbook, KOREATOWN for Gamja Saelleodeu.
2 eggs2 large russets, peeled and halved1 teaspoon sugar2 teaspoons kosher salt½ teaspoon black pepper1 apple (Fugi or Gala)½ cup drained canned corn1 medium carrot, cut small dice¾ cup mayonnaise2 tablespoon Biofeel or Yakuitt yogurt drink(optional)
1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add eggs and boil for 12 minutes. Run them under cold water to cool, and then peel. Separate the whites from the yolk and small dice the whites. Crumble the egg yolks and reserve them for garnish.2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Boil the potatoes for 15-20 minutes till fork tender.3. While still warm, mash the potatoes with a fork, leaving a few larger chunks for texture. Place the potatoes in a bowl and mix in the sugar, salt and pepper. Set aside to cool.4. Core and cut the apple into small dice. To the bowl with the smashed potatoes add the egg whites, corn, carrot, mayonnaise and the yogurt drink and mix well. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with the crumbled egg yolks.
Enjoy and have a fabulous summer. And remember don’t be afraid to try new taste sensations!!
Haeng bog meogneum !!
Pamela Pyke
in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the June, 2016 newsletter
Here’s a fun Korean dish that would go well with any cookout this summer. So in honor of Memorial Day Weekend here is a recipe for Gamja Saelleodeu, Korean potato salad.
I first tasted this dish at a fabulous lunch we had after training with Grand Master Lee. We entered a beautiful post and beam farmhouse style restaurant and were seated on the floor in the traditional style of dining. The table was filled with a plethora of Banchan, the small side dishes that accompany any Korean meal. One of the dishes was Potato Salad. I thought it seemed odd… potato salad is so American. Well I was in for a surprise!! The Gamja Saelleodeo was so icy cold and soft. The potatoes were more mashed than chunky and the dressing was super sweet due to the fact that some sugar and apple are added. A great compliment to the highly spicy and fermented Banchans on the table. Everyone at our end of the table gobbled it right up! I recall we asked if there was any more potato salad at the other end of the table and if there was to please pass it down!!Gamja Saelleodeu is served at every Korean restaurant here in the states. So don’t hesitate when you see it!Here is a recipe from my new favorite Korean cookbook, KOREATOWN for Gamja Saelleodeu.
2 eggs2 large russets, peeled and halved1 teaspoon sugar2 teaspoons kosher salt½ teaspoon black pepper1 apple (Fugi or Gala)½ cup drained canned corn1 medium carrot, cut small dice¾ cup mayonnaise2 tablespoon Biofeel or Yakuitt yogurt drink(optional)
1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add eggs and boil for 12 minutes. Run them under cold water to cool, and then peel. Separate the whites from the yolk and small dice the whites. Crumble the egg yolks and reserve them for garnish.2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Boil the potatoes for 15-20 minutes till fork tender.3. While still warm, mash the potatoes with a fork, leaving a few larger chunks for texture. Place the potatoes in a bowl and mix in the sugar, salt and pepper. Set aside to cool.4. Core and cut the apple into small dice. To the bowl with the smashed potatoes add the egg whites, corn, carrot, mayonnaise and the yogurt drink and mix well. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with the crumbled egg yolks.
Enjoy and have a fabulous summer. And remember don’t be afraid to try new taste sensations!!
Haeng bog meogneum !!
Pamela Pyke
The Chosun e-newsletter Archive Volume 7 #6 June, 2016
June 1, 2016
NewsletterNews Events Updates
Dear Martial Arts Enthusiast,Welcome to the June edition of the Chosun Taekwondo Academy e-newsletter! After the flurry of opening events in April, we took a short breather and then on to the summer schedule of events at CHOSUN. Taking advantage of the great outdoors, don't miss our annual Summer Training in the Warwick Town Park, Youth Training and Korean Arts & Crafts and the third annual Chosun picnic.
Please take note of Chosun 2016 Summer Schedule which will included in your July invoice and online as of July 1, 2016
View the 2015 Chosun Taekwondo Academy Retrospective
Kamsahamnida,
Patty Cook, Editor www.facebook.com/chosuntkandd
Happy Father's Day!
Chosun Taekwondo Academy celebrating 19 years!
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May 4, 2016
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" Japgokbap
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" can be seen every month
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This column is from the May, 2016 newsletter
Tucked away in the quiet town of Salisbury Mills New York is the Korean Buddhist Wonkaksa Temple. This is where we had an amazing seminar with Grand Master Chun some years back. I was a red belt at the time.
At this seminar Grand Master Chun revealed to us Kibon Five. It was an exciting day. There was a wonderful traditional lunch served after the seminar and after every Sunday Dharma service prepared by the women of the Sangha (community). This is where I experienced Japgokbap for the first time. It is rice, but what kind? Japgokbap is a beautiful lavender colored rice that tastes divine. It is soft and sticky with a little sweetness. Perfect wrapped in Gim ( toasted seasoned seaweed). I turned to my You Tube friend Maangchi to find out what it is. She explained that it is a combination of short grain rice, barley, sweet brown rice and black sweet rice. After measuring out the ingredients you need to let the mixture soak in water for two hours. This is a crucial step so you must plan ahead or it wont cook properly. After soaking set the pot to medium heat and cook for ten minutes. Then you stir, cover and cook for twelve additional minutes. Fluff the rice with a rice paddle and serve immediately. The color is a perfect lavender. The color will deepen to purple when you add more sweet black rice. It is up to you to determine how dramatic you want the Japgokbap to be. Traditionally it is always served with seasoned seaweed (Gim). This goes very well with Sundub-jjigae, a spicy soft tofu stew.
I highly recommend a trip to Korean Buddhist Wonkaksa Temple. You can go to the Sunday service at 11:30 am and then enjoy a fabulous Korean lunch afterward. The grounds are beautiful and you can admire the giant Bronze Buddha’s. The new Temple is still under construction. Wonkaksa Temple 260 Clove Rd. Salisbury Mills, NY. 12577
Sunday service 11:30 am all are welcome.
Haengbog Meogneum,
Pamela Pyke
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May 3, 2016
The Chosun e-newsletter Archive Volume 7 #5 May, 2016
May 1, 2016
NewsletterNews Events Updates
Dear Martial Arts Enthusiast,Welcome to the May edition of the Chosun Taekwondo Academy e-newsletter! The month of April was chock full of events for CHOSUN students, and community members. From yoga to women's self defense and hapkido, there was something for everyone. The culmination of the month featured our Grand Relocation Celebration and gave CHOSUN students, families, friends and colleagues a chance to mark this very special milestone in the history of the Chosun Taekwondo Academy... Congratulations CHOSUN!!!!!
Please take note of upcoming 2016 Test dates listed below...
View the 2015 Chosun Taekwondo Academy Retrospective
Kamsahamnida,
Patty Cook, Editor www.facebook.com/chosuntkandd
Chosun Taekwondo Academy celebrating 19 years!
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April 17, 2016
"Mrs. Pyke Eats Korea" Jeon
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This column is from the March, 2016 newsletter
Jeon, Korean PancakeWhen we say let’s have pancakes we envision fluffy stacks, dripping with butter and maple syrup. Strawberries, blueberries and whipped cream! A hot cup of coffee and the New York Times. Say let’s have pancakes in Korea and it’s a “Savory” heaven. Potato, Kimchi, Scallion and Seafood, always served with a soy and vinegar dipping sauce. Nothing could be more satisfying than a Jeon, Korean pancake.
Jeon (pancake) can be prepared as one large pancake to share or tiny bite sized medallions. Usually served as a snack with beer or as a side dish (Banchan).One of my favorite memories of eating Jeon was on our Korea 2012 trip. We arrived at a small roadside restaurant that served only Jeon. The placed was filled with boisterous families enjoying beer and Jeon. They were so surprised and delighted to see this huge crowd of Americans descend upon their local Jeon hot spot! The fathers at one table were pretty much three sheets to the wind and kept toasting us over and over again! We all sat at a traditional low table on the floor and enjoyed an amazing time and meal.We enjoyed three types of Jeon. A large Gamjajeon (Potato Pancake) was served. So different than a crispy shredded potato pancake that we are accustomed to, served with sour cream and apple sauce. The Gamjajeon are made with a raw potato puree and scallions and sauted till golden on each side. They are so chewy and gooey at the same time. We were then served Pajeon (Scallion Pancake). It was divine. Loaded with whole scallions and a small amount of a flour and egg batter. These are also sauted till golden brown. Last but not least, Haemul-pajeon, Seafoo Scallion Pancake. Super yummy and loaded withsquid and shrimp. This is one of my favorites and you will see this pancake served at almost any Korean restaurant in the U.S.A. As I mentioned before the Jeon is served with a soy sauce and vinegar dipping sauce.Any vegetable such as zucchini that is coated in flour and dipped in egg is considered a pancake in Korea. I would say close to every meal we ate in Korea was served with Ban Chan (all the little side dishes) and Jeon was always one of these dishes. We had the Hobakjeon (zucchini pancake) many times and also Dongtaejeon (Pollock Pancake). This was a favorite of mine. A Korean fish fry!
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in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy newsletter
This column is from the March, 2016 newsletter
Jeon, Korean PancakeWhen we say let’s have pancakes we envision fluffy stacks, dripping with butter and maple syrup. Strawberries, blueberries and whipped cream! A hot cup of coffee and the New York Times. Say let’s have pancakes in Korea and it’s a “Savory” heaven. Potato, Kimchi, Scallion and Seafood, always served with a soy and vinegar dipping sauce. Nothing could be more satisfying than a Jeon, Korean pancake.
Jeon (pancake) can be prepared as one large pancake to share or tiny bite sized medallions. Usually served as a snack with beer or as a side dish (Banchan).One of my favorite memories of eating Jeon was on our Korea 2012 trip. We arrived at a small roadside restaurant that served only Jeon. The placed was filled with boisterous families enjoying beer and Jeon. They were so surprised and delighted to see this huge crowd of Americans descend upon their local Jeon hot spot! The fathers at one table were pretty much three sheets to the wind and kept toasting us over and over again! We all sat at a traditional low table on the floor and enjoyed an amazing time and meal.We enjoyed three types of Jeon. A large Gamjajeon (Potato Pancake) was served. So different than a crispy shredded potato pancake that we are accustomed to, served with sour cream and apple sauce. The Gamjajeon are made with a raw potato puree and scallions and sauted till golden on each side. They are so chewy and gooey at the same time. We were then served Pajeon (Scallion Pancake). It was divine. Loaded with whole scallions and a small amount of a flour and egg batter. These are also sauted till golden brown. Last but not least, Haemul-pajeon, Seafoo Scallion Pancake. Super yummy and loaded withsquid and shrimp. This is one of my favorites and you will see this pancake served at almost any Korean restaurant in the U.S.A. As I mentioned before the Jeon is served with a soy sauce and vinegar dipping sauce.Any vegetable such as zucchini that is coated in flour and dipped in egg is considered a pancake in Korea. I would say close to every meal we ate in Korea was served with Ban Chan (all the little side dishes) and Jeon was always one of these dishes. We had the Hobakjeon (zucchini pancake) many times and also Dongtaejeon (Pollock Pancake). This was a favorite of mine. A Korean fish fry!
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March 24, 2016
Korea Destinations Gyeongbok Palace
article by Jeff Rosser, appeared in the Chosun Taekwondo Academy March 2016 newsletter
Gyeongbok Palace
Gyeongbokgung, or Gyeongbok Palace, is the largest and quite possibly most well-known palace in all of Korea. Located in Northern Seoul, this palace stands as a reminder of the greatness of the Joseon Dynasty. Not only was it a palace, but it was also like a city unto
itself and was one of the first major structures built in Hanseong, modern day Seoul, which was the capital of the Joseon Kingdom. This palace was constructed in 1394 by King Taejo who was the founder and first king of Joseon. Since its construction however, the palace has been destroyed multiple times over the past 425 years by the Japanese. As a result, many of the buildings standing today are newer restorations of the palace’s former grandeur.
Located in the Gwanghwamun neighborhood of Seoul, this palace is easy to get to, is nearby numerous other sites and museums, and features a breathtaking backdrop with Bugak Mountain rising over the palace from the rear. To get to Gyeongbokgung, take Seoul Subway Line 3 to Gyeongbokgung Station and go to exit 5. The palace is closed every Tuesday but is open on most major holidays.
About the author:
Jeff W. Rosser is a teacher, martial arts instructor, and writer in South Korea. He’s a former AAU U.S.A. National Karate Team member and has competed internationally in Karate and Taekwondo. He also has over 24 years of experience in Karate, Taekwondo, Hapkido, Ju-Jutsu, and Judo. He’s a columnist for Taekwondo Times (“The Hidden Art”), a monthly contributor to Totally Taekwondo Magazine, and the author of “Combative
Elbow Strikes: A Guide to Strikes, Blocks, Locks, and Take Downs” published by Turtle Press. Contact:
karatekajwr@yahoo.com
(Email),
www.mawriter.webs.com
(website)
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itself and was one of the first major structures built in Hanseong, modern day Seoul, which was the capital of the Joseon Kingdom. This palace was constructed in 1394 by King Taejo who was the founder and first king of Joseon. Since its construction however, the palace has been destroyed multiple times over the past 425 years by the Japanese. As a result, many of the buildings standing today are newer restorations of the palace’s former grandeur.Located in the Gwanghwamun neighborhood of Seoul, this palace is easy to get to, is nearby numerous other sites and museums, and features a breathtaking backdrop with Bugak Mountain rising over the palace from the rear. To get to Gyeongbokgung, take Seoul Subway Line 3 to Gyeongbokgung Station and go to exit 5. The palace is closed every Tuesday but is open on most major holidays.
About the author:
Jeff W. Rosser is a teacher, martial arts instructor, and writer in South Korea. He’s a former AAU U.S.A. National Karate Team member and has competed internationally in Karate and Taekwondo. He also has over 24 years of experience in Karate, Taekwondo, Hapkido, Ju-Jutsu, and Judo. He’s a columnist for Taekwondo Times (“The Hidden Art”), a monthly contributor to Totally Taekwondo Magazine, and the author of “Combative
Elbow Strikes: A Guide to Strikes, Blocks, Locks, and Take Downs” published by Turtle Press. Contact:
karatekajwr@yahoo.com
(Email),
www.mawriter.webs.com
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March 2, 2016
The Chosun e-newsletter Archive Volume 7 #3 March, 2016
March 1, 2016
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Dear Martial Arts Enthusiast,Welcome to the March edition of the Chosun Taekwondo Academy e-newsletter! By the time this newsletter finds you, Chosun will be in its new home...and a new chapter begins. It seems appropriate that we should make this big move in the windy month of March because certainly the "winds of change" are upon us! It is a time of transition and with your continued support we will grow within the bounds of our new space and prosper as a school community. Thank you.
Please take note of 2016 Test dates listed below...
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Kamsahamnida,
Patty Cook, Editor www.facebook.com/chosuntkd
Happy Saint Patrick's Day !
Chosun Taekwondo Academy celebrating 19 years!
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