Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2007 02:58:37 -0800 From: the_dojang-request@martialartsresource.net Subject: The_Dojang digest, Vol 14 #29 - 3 msgs X-Mailer: Mailman v2.0.13.cisto1 MIME-version: 1.0 Content-type: text/plain To: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net Errors-To: the_dojang-admin@martialartsresource.net X-BeenThere: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net X-Mailman-Version: 2.0.13.cisto1 Precedence: bulk Reply-To: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net X-Reply-To: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net X-Subscribed-Address: kma@martialartsresource.com List-Id: The Internet's premier discussion forum on Korean Martial Arts. 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Copyright 1994-2007: Ray Terry and Martial Arts Resource The Internet's premier discussion forum devoted to Korean Martial Arts. 2,100 members. See the Korean Martial Arts (KMA) FAQ and the online search engine for back issues of The_Dojang at http://MartialArtsResource.com Pil Seung! Today's Topics: 1. Friend gets write-up (Hapkido) 2. Opportunity to Work for the WTF (The_Dojang) 3. Korean studies (Ray) --__--__-- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2007 06:07:00 -0800 From: Hapkido To: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net Subject: [The_Dojang] Friend gets write-up Reply-To: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net Retired policeman continues to serve community Amy Gorczowski Issue date: 1/24/07 When he retired from the profession of an ISU policeman 25 years ago, Steve Silvey knew he was not done helping people. "After seeing the crime that goes on in the world, I wanted to try and help people protect themselves," Silvey said. So about 20 years ago, he did just that. Silvey created a martial arts class called Hapkido, which is a Korean form of self-defense. "Literally, Hapkido means 'the way of coordinated power'," Silvey explained. That coordinated power can be learned though a series of classes taught by Silvey himself, as well as a few helpers. "There's a lot of focus on the hand in Hapkido," Silvey said. "Every once in a while there will be a punch or a kick, but the most emphasis is placed on the hands." Silvey also explained that self-defense is not always all about what you are doing with your body. "A big part of Hapkido is being aware of your surroundings. If you sense someone is following you, you shouldn't go immediately to physical defense. It's best to get a good visual, and then find a well populated area." Silvey acknowledged the fact that this is pretty basic when it comes to self-defense, but he also pointed out that when people are put into dangerous situations, the simplest things could be hard to think of. While he does offer courses in the art of Hapkido, Silvey made sure to point out that one is never completely done learning it. "It's a process that keeps on growing, you're never completely done. While it is about being able to defend yourself, it's also about getting in touch with the mind, body, spirit and soul." Silvey said that many people find Hapkido to be a sort of religious experience, while others don't see that aspect at all. "It's not necessary to tie religion in with the class," Silvey said. "Those who don't find a religious connection usually just focus on the mind and body." In addition to Hapkido, Silvey shared another class that is offered through his studio. "Another program we offer is called Hosinsul. It teaches many self-defense skills like Hapkido, but is a much briefer class," he said. "You can take a two hour workshop on Hosinsul and be pretty good at self defense. But again, Hapkido is something that can never be fully mastered, as there is always something more to learn." Silvey, as he has been teaching self-defense now for over 20 years, has seen people's interest in the activity come and go. "I think that since 9-11 people have definitely become more interested in self-defense. I mean, if you're put into that situation, what are you going to do? People really like to have some sort of skill to rely on for emergencies." He also related his course to more recent events in the news. "After hearing about that abduction story down in Missouri, it really made me proud that I offer anti-abduction classes." Silvey explained that this course offers tips and tactics on what to do if you are abducted and how to prevent such a situation from occurring. "The anti-abduction program was actually created when I still worked at ISU and was used and taught at the Women's Self-Defense Club," Silvey said. The class currently offered at Silvey's studio is modeled after the class used in previous years. Silvey also said that he took an avid interest in self-defense clubs while he was a policeman at ISU and still visits and does work with such clubs and organizations today. Vanessa Basil, a senior history education major and president of the Women's Self Defense Club, said Silvey is extremely hardworking and professional. "He has devoted his life to helping people and it's amazing," she said. "He's always doing something for someone or helping out our club with a favor." In addition to teaching classes, Silvey also trained new policemen on self-defense tactics. "I put together police defense activities, which taught policemen how to confront criminals and how to control situations that they may find themselves in." Clearly dedicated to helping people, Silvey explained his reasoning for teaching self-defense. "We have a violent society and people are victims of crime everyday. I saw this as a policeman for 25 years and I saw the victims of this. If I can teach someone to defend themselves, to teach them how to survive, then I've completed my mission, Silvey said. "It's really a self-fulfilling thing. I could teach someone one thing, but that could be the thing that will one day save their life, and that's what's important." Silvey mentioned that his experience as a policeman has proved imperative to his career as a martial arts instructor. "I bring much of what I learned as a police trainer into my self-defense classes." Silvey offers classes to the entire public for $50 per month but gives a special rate to ISU students. "Student can take the course for $100 per semester, which is cheaper than it is for the general public." Also, Silvey pointed out that a wide variety of people come to take his class. "We've had sororities and fraternities hire us to teach a class or two and we get equal amounts of students and adults taking our classes everyday." For more information on taking a class, contact Silvey. His studio is located just a few blocks past the Student Recreation Building in the Normal Plaza. --__--__-- Message: 2 Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2007 06:51:45 -0800 From: The_Dojang To: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net Subject: [The_Dojang] Opportunity to Work for the WTF Reply-To: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net Great Opportunity to Work for the WTF in Korea January 23, 2007 The World Taekwondo Federation is seeking two individuals eager to work in the WTF Trainee Program in Korea for at least one year. The goal of the program is to help the trainees gain administrative skills in the setting of an international sports federation. Individuals with Taekwondo experience and fluent in English will be given a priority. The WTF will cover room and board and will consider a monthly stipend after reviewing qualifications. After completing one year of successful work, the trainee will have the opportunity to discuss extending their tenure at the WTF. The goal of the WTF Trainee Program is to foster better communication among Continental Taekwondo Unions, member national associations and the WTF. "USAT has promised the WTF that we would do a nationwide search of our membership in order to find the right people for the positions," said USAT CEO David Askinas. "The persons chosen from the United States will be critical in facilitating communication between USAT and WTF as we pursue joint ventures in the next few years. This is an absolutely fantastic portal into the world of international sports management for two ambitious individuals. The opportunity to live in Seoul and experience one of the truly great cities in the world makes this a don't miss opportunity." Interested candidates should send their resumes and photo no later than Feb. 20 to pr4wtf@unitel.co.kr and to david.askinas@usa-taekwondo.us. --__--__-- Message: 3 To: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net (The_Dojang) Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2007 07:34:01 -0800 (PST) From: rterry@idiom.com (Ray) Subject: [The_Dojang] Korean studies Reply-To: the_dojang@martialartsresource.net The 15th Cultural Program for Foreign Students and Scholars in Korean Studies The Academy of Korean Studies is pleased to announce its 2007 Cultural Program for Foreigners. As an important part of the mission of AKS is to cultivate scholars and young leaders who can contribute to the development of Korean studies, the Academy has organized this intensive cultural program for those in Korean Studies. The cultural program is composed of various components such as special lectures on Korea, intensive readings and discussions in Korean, field trips, excursions, and traditional cultural activities. -Program Period- July 23 - August 17, 2007 (4 weeks) -Language of the Program- The entire program will be conducted in Korean. It is crucial that participants have sufficient fluency in Korean to understand undergraduate level lectures and participate in discussions. -Qualifications and Application Requirements- 1. Undergraduate students of second year or above and/or graduate students in Korean studies a) Application Form with a photo (3.5 X 4.5 cm): You can download the form from our website at http://www.aks.ac.kr/EngHome. b) All official university transcripts: Photocopies are not acceptable. Records of all courses must be in Korean or English. c) A copy of the score report for Korean language proficiency: Applicants are required to submit their score on the Korean Proficiency Test conducted by Korea Institute of Curriculum and Evaluation (http://www.kice.re.kr) and the evaluation sheet included in the application form. d) Letter of Recommendation (1) e) a copy of passport 2. Professional researchers and/or university lecturers in Korean Studies a) Application Form with a photo (application form download) http://www.aks.ac.kr/eng_home/notice/notice_read.asp?num=26&group_id=26 b) Certificate of Employment c) Curriculum Vitae d) a copy of passport * Applicants should initially send these documents by E-mail or fax and subsequently send the original documents by mail -Deadline - March 31. Applications received after the deadline will be considered for the following year's program. -Notification of the Acceptance - Applicants will be notified of their acceptance after the Selection Committee has completed the review of applications. Acceptance letters will be sent to those accepted by April 20 by e-mail. -Financial Support- The Academy of Korean Studies will cover the cost of registration, courses, accommodations, and meals during the program as well as expenses incurred during field trips and excursions. All participants are responsible for their travel expenses to and from Korea. -Arrival and Departure- Participants should arrange their travel to arrive and depart Korea within a period of 2 days before and after the program. All participants are expected to arrange their transportation between the AKS and the airport. -Privileges- Participants will have access to the facilities of the Academy, including the library, photocopy room, tennis courts, and so on. -Contact Address - International Support Division The Center for Information on Korean Culture The Academy of Korean Studies 50 Unjung-dong, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 463-791 Korea Tel : +82-31-709-9843 / Fax : +82-31-709-9945 / E-mail : lovekorea@aks.ac.kr Website: www.aks.ac.kr http://www.aks.ac.kr/eng_home/notice/notice_read.asp?num=26&group_id=26 --__--__-- _______________________________________________ The_Dojang mailing list The_Dojang@martialartsresource.net http://martialartsresource.net/mailman/listinfo/the_dojang http://the-dojang.net Old digest issues @ ftp://ftp.martialartsresource.com/pub/the_dojang Copyright 1994-2007: Ray Terry and http://MartialArtsResource.com Standard disclaimers apply. Remember September 11. 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