TSD History  H.C. Hwang  Hyung: The Korean word for 'Forms', are
used in Tang Soo Do in order to practice certain techniques such
as kicking, punching, blocking and stances just to name the most
basic principles. They are used for conditioning purposes,
muscle memory, and focus/concentration.  Tang Soo Do Forms begin
with basic movements and build carefully through months and
years to some of the most advanced techniques in the martial
arts. Stances are the foundations of each movement. Grandmaster
Hwan Kee wrote, "Movement is dependant upon balance and balance
on stance, it is difficult to perform any movement without
proper balance...balance is the most important aspect of any
stance."  Forms training is both an application of Tang Soo Do
fighting technique and an artistic expression of those
techniques. It has internal (Neh Gung) as well as external (Weh
Gung) attributes and benefits. As an art form, practicing forms
should demonstrate not only the fighting applications but also
the artistry of good presen