The United Tang Soo Do Association (UTSDA) is a martial arts organization that focuses on the practice of Tang Soo Do, a Korean martial art. It provides a community for individuals who share an interest in Tang Soo Do and has a diverse membership, including children and adults.
As a social organization, UTSDA offers various opportunities for its members to interact, including training sessions, workshops, seminars, competitions, and social events like picnics, banquets, and parties. Through these events, members can develop a sense of camaraderie and belonging.
Beyond promoting physical fitness and martial arts skills, UTSDA places a strong emphasis on character development and personal growth. Members are encouraged to live by the tenets of Tang Soo Do, which include courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit. By embodying these values, members can become skilled martial artists and positive role models in their communities.
The UTSDA is a professional association that aims to advance the Korean art of Tang Soo Do. It caters to traditional Tang Soo Do or Taekwondo instructors and provides quality education and opportunities for continued growth in the Korean martial arts style. Its membership includes students, black belts, instructors, and Master Instructors.
The association provides member instructors with the chance to learn and advance in a traditional Korean martial arts style without the limitations and politics present in larger organizations. It offers quality curriculum for black belts, student ranks, instructor certification, school certification, program and course content, as well as association identification materials.