Korea "Founding Fathers Tour" 2010
Come join us for a trip of a lifetime! We will be traveling to South Korea in August of 2010 for "Founding Fathers Tour – Korea 2010 ". Join us on this all-inclusive trip to visit and experience the birthplace of Tang Soo Do. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to travel in the spirit of Tang Soo Do, kinship and camaraderie, to experience the Land Of The Morning Calm for 8 Nights and 9 Days with Masters and Grand Masters. See PHOTOS now available online!
Google Tour MapCheck out an interactive Google Map detailing the spots TEAM USA will visit during our tour of Korea. Many icons on the map include links to more information about the historical buildings, performances or scenic venues that we'll see while there. We've even tried to include links to the hotels that we'll be staying at during our trip.
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"Korea 2010" Commemorative T-Shirts
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The USGTSDA has commissioned "Korea 2010" T-Shirts to commemorate this historic trip. See your instructor for details on how you can support TEAM USA as they experience the Land Of The Morning Calm and bring that experience back to your Dojang. T-Shirt design includes a silhouette of the Korean peninsula marking cities that will be visited during the trip on the front and the calligraphy "Moo Ye Do" on the back.
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World Dang (Tang) Soo Do Demonstration Saturday Aug 7, 2010
Itinerary
Day 1 - US
Wednesday, August 4th
Depart for "Founding Fathers Tour" Korea 2010 from one of the following locations: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco, Newark, New York City (JFK) or Dallas.
Day 2 - SEOUL
Thursday, August 5th
Site seeing in Seoul including Changdeokgung (King's Palace). It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty.
Day 3 - SUWON
Friday, August 6th
Visit HwaSeong Fortress and train with ancient Korean weapons with the Muye24Gi. Mu stands for martial while the number 24 refers to the twenty four methods of or warfare that are described in the Muyedobotongji. This includes six methods of fighting on horseback. 24 is pronounced as ee sib sa. The word gi in this context means technique or method. So muye24gi can be translated as 24 martial methods.
Day 4 - SONGTAN CITY
Saturday, August 7th
Visit one of the key locations responsible for the world-wide spread of Tang Soo Do, Songtan City. Songtan's best known feature is Osan Air Base, which spawned the growth of the area and is a major factor in the district's economy. It was at Osan that many American military personnel trained in Tang Soo Do for the first time. Many notable figures trained at the Songtan Dojang including the 2nd American to ever achieve black belt, Grandmaster Mariano Estioko. World-renowned actor-martial artist Grandmaster Chuck Norris earned his black belt in the U.S. Osan Air Force Base (K-55) school. Our visit will include demonstration practice in the morning to prepare for a special Demonstration, Rank Promotion, and Banquet with "Moo Duk Kwan Founding Fathers".
Day 5 - GIMPO TO JEJU ISLAND
Sunday, August 8th
Head to Jeju Island! Jeju's temperate climate, natural scenery, and beaches make it a popular tourist destination for South Koreans as well as visitors from other parts of East Asia.
Day 6 - JEJU ISLAND
Monday, August 9th
Morning workout at the beach followed by visits to Cheonjiyeon water falls, Joosangjeolridae (Natural Rock Cliff), and tours of the "Honeymoon" house and President Lee, Seung Museum. Participate in the optional excursions while on Jeju Island. Optional Island Cruise (US$17/person, price subject to change). Optional Culture Show (US$30/person price subject to change).
Day 7 - JEJU ISLAND TO BUSAN
Tuesday, August 10th
Morning Workout at the beach. Sung-Sang Sunrise Tour / Sung-Eeb Village Tour. Fly to city of BUSON. Visit Yong-Du San Park and Ja Gal Chi Fish Market.
Day 8 - BUSAN TO KYEONG-JU TO SEOUL
Wednesday, August 11th
Travel back to Seoul on the KTX (Korean bullet train). Move to the capital of Ancient Shilla "Kyeong-Ju" Kyeong-Ju National Museum, Cheon -Ma-Chong Tour Bul-Kook Temple, Mt . Toham, Rock of the Seok-Gool Tour. Optional Cave Tour (US$10/per person price subject to change).
Day 9 - SEOUL
Thursday, August 12th
Shopping and Departure to USA
Tour Package Cost $2,500.00 (late registration $3,500.00 by July 15, 2010) which includes:
Air Fare from one of the 5 metropolitan airports listed above,
Five Star Hotel accommodations and most meals,
Tour Bus, Tour and Tour guide,
All the seminars,
All the Demonstrations
Things to bring: Passport, Swim Suit, Do Bok, Sunglasses, Few changes (Jacket, Slacks, Shorts and t-shirts), Some Money for shopping, Camera.
** Schedule subject to changes due to travel and weather conditions **
*** All "Gratuities" are included with the tour package ***
South Korea Visitors Information South Korea on Wikipedia
Wednesday, August 4th
Depart for "Founding Fathers Tour" Korea 2010 from one of the following locations: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco, Newark, New York City (JFK) or Dallas.
Day 2 - SEOUL
Thursday, August 5th
Site seeing in Seoul including Changdeokgung (King's Palace). It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty.
Day 3 - SUWON
Friday, August 6th
Visit HwaSeong Fortress and train with ancient Korean weapons with the Muye24Gi. Mu stands for martial while the number 24 refers to the twenty four methods of or warfare that are described in the Muyedobotongji. This includes six methods of fighting on horseback. 24 is pronounced as ee sib sa. The word gi in this context means technique or method. So muye24gi can be translated as 24 martial methods.
Day 4 - SONGTAN CITY
Saturday, August 7th
Visit one of the key locations responsible for the world-wide spread of Tang Soo Do, Songtan City. Songtan's best known feature is Osan Air Base, which spawned the growth of the area and is a major factor in the district's economy. It was at Osan that many American military personnel trained in Tang Soo Do for the first time. Many notable figures trained at the Songtan Dojang including the 2nd American to ever achieve black belt, Grandmaster Mariano Estioko. World-renowned actor-martial artist Grandmaster Chuck Norris earned his black belt in the U.S. Osan Air Force Base (K-55) school. Our visit will include demonstration practice in the morning to prepare for a special Demonstration, Rank Promotion, and Banquet with "Moo Duk Kwan Founding Fathers".
Day 5 - GIMPO TO JEJU ISLAND
Sunday, August 8th
Head to Jeju Island! Jeju's temperate climate, natural scenery, and beaches make it a popular tourist destination for South Koreans as well as visitors from other parts of East Asia.
Day 6 - JEJU ISLAND
Monday, August 9th
Morning workout at the beach followed by visits to Cheonjiyeon water falls, Joosangjeolridae (Natural Rock Cliff), and tours of the "Honeymoon" house and President Lee, Seung Museum. Participate in the optional excursions while on Jeju Island. Optional Island Cruise (US$17/person, price subject to change). Optional Culture Show (US$30/person price subject to change).
Day 7 - JEJU ISLAND TO BUSAN
Tuesday, August 10th
Morning Workout at the beach. Sung-Sang Sunrise Tour / Sung-Eeb Village Tour. Fly to city of BUSON. Visit Yong-Du San Park and Ja Gal Chi Fish Market.
Day 8 - BUSAN TO KYEONG-JU TO SEOUL
Wednesday, August 11th
Travel back to Seoul on the KTX (Korean bullet train). Move to the capital of Ancient Shilla "Kyeong-Ju" Kyeong-Ju National Museum, Cheon -Ma-Chong Tour Bul-Kook Temple, Mt . Toham, Rock of the Seok-Gool Tour. Optional Cave Tour (US$10/per person price subject to change).
Day 9 - SEOUL
Thursday, August 12th
Shopping and Departure to USA
Tour Package Cost $2,500.00 (late registration $3,500.00 by July 15, 2010) which includes:
Air Fare from one of the 5 metropolitan airports listed above,
Five Star Hotel accommodations and most meals,
Tour Bus, Tour and Tour guide,
All the seminars,
All the Demonstrations
Things to bring: Passport, Swim Suit, Do Bok, Sunglasses, Few changes (Jacket, Slacks, Shorts and t-shirts), Some Money for shopping, Camera.
** Schedule subject to changes due to travel and weather conditions **
*** All "Gratuities" are included with the tour package ***
South Korea Visitors Information South Korea on Wikipedia
