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Programs & curriculum
Kuk Sool Won™ is one of the most comprehensive martial arts systems in the world. Every student — child or adult, beginner or black belt — trains the same traditional curriculum, progressing at their own pace through the ranks.
Classes by age
Find the right class
All classes are open to every rank, so families can begin together. Our current classes serve ages 6 and up.
Youth
Ages 6–13
The Junior curriculum builds coordination, focus, and confidence while teaching real self-defense. Just as importantly, students learn the etiquette and respect at the heart of Korean martial arts.
- Kicking, striking, and blocking fundamentals
- Falling safely, joint locks, and escapes
- Forms (hyung) and traditional techniques
- Focus, discipline, and respect for self and others
Adult
Ages 13 & up
The full traditional art. Adults train the complete Kuk Sool Won™ system for practical self-defense while building strength, flexibility, and stress relief — at whatever pace and intensity suits them.
- Hand strikes, kicks, joint locks, throws, and pressure points
- Forms (hyung), falling, and grappling
- Traditional Korean weapons
- Conditioning, flexibility, and focus
New to martial arts?
What to expect
You don’t need any experience or equipment to begin — just come as you are.
1
Reach out
Contact the school nearest you and let us know you’d like to visit. We’ll tell you when to arrive and what to bring.
2
Watch or try a class
Come see a class in person. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in — we’ll take care of the rest.
3
Grow through the ranks
From your first white belt, you’ll progress at your own pace through the traditional Kuk Sool Won™ ranking system toward black belt and beyond.
Get started
Ready to begin your training?
Beginners are welcome any time. Reach out and we’ll help you find the right class at the school nearest you.
Open to
Ages 6 & up, all ranks
Bring
Comfortable clothes — no gear needed
Association
World Kuk Sool Association®