Annual Moo Duk Kwan Commemoration and
Veneration of the Great Grandmaster Hwang Kee: (1914 - 2002)
On November 9, 2002 the Moo Duk Kwan practitioners and members of the Ko Mu Do Kwan celebrated
and commemorated the birth (November 9, 1914) of its Founder, the Great Grandmaster Hwang Kee,
and the Founding Date (November 9, 1945) of his Moo Duk Kwan.
A Shrine was constructed for Kwan Jang Nim to venerate him on his birthday.
Meditations, Ten Creeds of the Moo Duk Kwan, background readings, Moo Duk Kwan history, Tang Soo
Do history, Soo Bahk Do history, Tae Kwon Do "true" history, the 20-year political destruction
(1960 - 1980) of Korea and their Traditional Martial Arts, demonstrations and testimonials were
propagated to those attending and seated in front of Kwan Jang Nim's Shrine. All in all, a very
special event, on a very special day, for a very special man, and his very special martial art.
The venerated Shrine of Kwan Jang Nim Hwang Kee
An elevated view of the Shrine.
Kwan Jang Nim was born in the year of the Wood Tiger
Kyo Sa Anthony Grimm preparing to perform the Bong Hyung Sam-Boo
Sa Bom Ga Won Ko speaking to the members of the Ko Mu Do Kwan
Courtney Maikowski performing Kyuk Pa Sool with an Ap Chigi
Geoffery Bell performing Kyuk Pa Sool with a Choon Dan Kong Kyuk
Kenna Bell performing Kyuk Pa Sool with a Kwan Do
Offering respect and gratitude to the Founder of the Moo Duk Kwan, the Great
Grandmaster Kwan Jang Nim Hwang Kee (1914 - 2002)
Tournament Results:
The following members of the Ko Mu Do Kwan competed at the 27th Annual USA Southern
Tae Kwon Do Open Championships in Nashville, Tennessee on September 28, 2002. This most prestigous
and long-time annual event is sponsored by Grandmaster Seoung Eui Shin (9th DAN Moo Duk Hae and
9th DAN Kukkiwon) and Shin's Martial Arts Institute. Grandmaster Shin is President of the
Pan-American Moo Duk Kwan Society as well as President of the United States Tae Kwon-Do Moo Duk Kwan
Federation.
Master Dr. Ko, Mr. Tony Grimm, and Mrs. Rita Ko, performed a most spectacular demonstration for
Grandmaster Shin and many spectators attending this event.
Anthony P. (Tony) Grimm, Cho DAN Black Belt, won 3rd Place trophy in fighting (lightweight division).
Mr. Grimm also competed in forms competition performing the Naihanchi Hyung Sam Dan.
Chris Coon, Green Belt, won 1st Place trophy in fighting and 2nd Place trophy in forms (Palgwe Hyung).
Adam Dreyfus, Yellow Belt, won 1st Place trophy in forms (Palgwe Hyung).
David Burke, Yellow Belt, won 2nd Place trophy in forms (Pyong-An Hyung Cho Dan) and 2nd Place trophy
in Fighting.
Courtney Maikowski, Yellow Belt, won 3rd Place trophy in fighting.
Ken Bell, White Belt, won 3rd Place trophy in forms (Ki Cho Hyung SAM-Boo) and 1st Place trophy in
Fighting.
Geoffery Bell, White Belt, won 2nd Place trophy in fighting. Geoff also competed in forms
competition performing the Ki Cho Hyung SAM-Boo).
Master Dr. Ko is very proud of all of his students and their performance, will, and determination at
this event. They all travelled 1600 miles (round trip) to support Grandmaster Shin.
Master Dr. Ko was conferred the special and rare "Letter Of Commendation For The
Meritorius Services" from The Korea Tae Kwon Do Moo Duk Kwan Association. This
commendation letter was signed and sealed by its second generation president,
Grandmaster Jae Kyu Chon of Seoul, Korea.
Dr. Ko's Moo Duk Kwan master, Grandmaster
Seoung Eui Shin presented him this most prestigous and rare award on September 28, 2002
in Nashville, Tennessee.
Ko Mu Do Kwan team of 9 in Nashville
On the right, Ken Bell (1st Place), middle, Dave Burke (2nd Place)
Executive Seniors flanking Master Dr. Ko
"It's never too late in life to be a champion"
On the left, Mr. Grimm in Hu Gul Jaseh (fighting stance)
Master Dr. Ko congratulating Mr. Grimm (right)
Last group picture of the evening at the event closing
42nd Moo Duk Kwan Examination including those who attended
Grandmaster Shin's 27th Annual Moo Duk Kwan Tournament
Master Dr. Ko presenting Kyo Sa Anthony Grimm a Moo Duk Kwan
Award of Appreciation for his support and Demo Team effort at
Grandmaster Shin's 27th Annual Moo Duk Kwan Tournament
Master Dr. Ko presenting Mrs. Rita Ko a Moo Duk Kwan Award
of Appreciation for her support and Demo Team effort at
Grandmaster Shin's 27th Annual Moo Duk Kwan Tournament
Master J. Michael Coconis (Dr. Ko's son) presenting his Dad one
of the highest awards from the Korea Moo Duk Kwan: "The Letter
Of Commendation For The Meritorius Services", signed and sealed
by Grandmaster Chon, Jae Kyu, President of the Korea Moo Duk Hae.
Grandmaster Shin, Seoung Eui recommended Master Dr. Ko for this
most prestigous honor
The entire "Team of 9" representing the Ko Mu Do Kwan of Kansas
and traveled 1,600 miles to compete and provide a most spectacular
Team Demonstration at Grandmaster Shin's 27th Annual Moo Duk Kwan
Tournament in Nashville
Sa Bum Dr. Ko, Mrs. Ko, Kyo Sa Grimm, and some of the students
of the Ko Mu Do Kwan prepare their Appreciation Award to Grandmaster
Shin
Sa Bum Dr. Ko reads the inscription of the Award Plaque to all
spectators, students, participants, and Grandmaster Shin
Grandmaster Shin, Seoung Eui being honored by Sa Bum Dr. Ko at
his 27th Annual Tae Kwon Do Moo Duk Kwan Tournament on Sept. 28, 2002.
Dr. Ko is extremely grateful for the tremendous support and teachings
provided him by Grandmaster Shin
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The following members of the Ko Mu Do Kwan competed at the 11th Annual U.S. Central
Taekwondo Championships held at the Del City High School Field House in Del City (Oklahoma City),
Oklahoma on August 3, 2002. This event was presented by Grandmaster In Hui Won and sponsored by the
U.S. Tae Kwon Do Han Moo Kwan Association and the U.S. Central Taekwondo Association. Among the
distinguished guests were Grandmaster D.W. Kang from Tulsa and Grandmaster Lim from Abilene, Texas.
Grandmaster Kang, Dong Won, who has been teaching and leading Tae Kwon Do in Oklahoma and Tulsa for
over 30 years, gave a very moving speech and presentation at this most prestigous event. His words
had deep meaning and inspired all of us who heard them. We send our most humble gratitude and thanks
to Grandmaster Kang for sharing his words of wisdom and thoughts with us.
One of the main competition special events was the Team Demonstration Competition. From the Ko Mu Do
Kwan and representing the State of Kansas, Master Dr. Gar Won Ko lead his 3-man team to winning
a 1st Place (6-foot) Trophy. Master Ko performed a series of Hapkido Techniques consisting
of Kyuk Pa Sool, Dan Jong (Cane) Ho Shin Sool, Gum Do and Dan Bong (Knife and Club) Ho Shin Sool, and
Hapkido Ho Shin Sool Demonstration Routine. Assisting Master Ko was his Cho Dan Black Belt,
Clark D. Shultz and a Kuk Sool Won Dan Bo (Black Belt Candidate), Donald Clay Delmez.
This demonstration was truly a Traditional display of Hapkido to the Grandmasters, Masters, Instructors,
Judges, competitors, and spectators. Master Dr. Ko gives his gratitude and credit to his Hapkido
Master, Grandmaster Ik Hwan Kim and his Universal Hapkido Institute of New Jersey. The following
picture was taken in the Hapkido Dojang of the Ko Mu Do Kwan. From left to right, Clark D. Shultz, Master
Dr. Ko, and D. Clay Delmez:
In the other divisions at this tournament championship in OKC, the following was yielded:
Clark D. Shultz, Black Belt, won 1st Place trophy in weapons forms (Sai), 1st Place trophy in
weapons self-defense (Jook Do against Dan Bong), and 3rd Place trophy in forms (Bassai Dae Hyung).
Frank J. Maikowski, Black Belt, won 3rd Place trophy in fighting (heavyweight division).
Rita B. Ko, Black Belt, won 2nd Place trophy in the Breaking division (Wood and Concrete).
D. Clay Delmez, Dan Bo, won 2nd Place trophy in weapons forms (Dan Bong Hyung).
Chris Coon, Green Belt, won 1st Place trophy in fighting and 2nd Place trophy in forms (Taeguek).
Chelsea Coffey, Green Belt, won 2nd Place trophy in fighting and 1st Place trophy in forms (Palgwe).
Taggert Coffey, Green Belt, won 1st Place trophy in fighting and 3rd Place trophy in forms (Palgwe).
Adam Dreyfus, Yellow Belt, won 2nd Place trophy in fighting and 1st Place trophy in forms (Taeguek),
and 2nd Place trophy in Breaking.
David Burke, Yellow Belt, won 3rd Place trophy in forms (Ki Cho Hyung SAM-Boo) and 1st Place trophy
in Breaking.
Ken Bell, White Belt, won 3rd Place trophy in forms (Ki Cho Hyung IL-Boo) and 1st Place trophy in
Breaking.
Geoffery Bell, White Belt, won 2nd Place trophy in fighting, 3rd Place trophy in forms (Ki Cho Hyung
IL-Boo), and 2nd Place trophy in Breaking.
In summary, all of the 12 members of the Ko Mu Do Kwan who participated and competed at this tournament
championship event in OKC, yielded a total of 23 Trophies. The following picture depicts this fact. Master
Dr. Ko is very proud of his students in their performance.
As an added significant note, the 12 students of the Ko Mu Do Kwan made it possible for their Kwan to also
be awarded a 7-foot beautiful trophy for team presence, participation and performance.
Master Ko would like to recognize and thank Mr. Mark Coffey for his
assistance and video captures at this venue. Also, Master Ko gives
special thanks to Mr. Shultz, Mr. Delmez, Mr. Maikowski, Mr. Bell,
Mr. Burke, and Mrs. Ko for their assistance, coaching, and support at
this most prestigous event. Also, special congrats to the juniors: Chris
Coon, Chelsea Coffey, Taggart Coffey, Adam Dreyfus, and Geoff Bell for
their Indomitable Spirit and "Moo Ye" (Martial Courtesy).
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The following members of the Ko Mu Do Kwan competed at the 1st Annual
National U.S. Taekwondo Won Championships held at the Switzer High School Field
House on April 20, 2002 in Overland Park, Kansas:
Master Dr. Gar Won Ko, competed
in the Master's Competition which was held for the first time at a National Event such as this.
Master Ko took first place (all Gold Medals) in three (3) separate divisions: Breaking (Kyukpa),
Weapons (Moo Gi Sool), and Forms (Poomse or Hyung). In the Breaking Division, Master Ko explosively
broke concrete patio blocks with various Soo Do techniques and his crown point on his head. In the
Weapons Division, Master Ko performed a Ko Mu Do Chong Bong Hyung (an old Korean staff form set).
In the Forms Division, Master Ko performed the Sipjin form set from the Kukkiwon.
This first time Master's Competition was judged by a distinguished panel of 7 top Korean Grandmasters
in the U.S. some of which came to the U.S. in late 60's to teach and bring the Korean Martial Arts to
this country.
Master Dr. Ko is truly honored to have been judged by these USTW Officers/Grandmasters and awarded
three 1st Place Gold Medals with USTW Certification Documents entitling him 'CHAMPION' of the 2002
USTW National Event.
The Grandmasters judging the Master's Competition Event were Kwong Won Ahn, President/USTW;
Koang Woong Kim, Vice-President/USTW; Sok Ho Kang, USTW Board Member; In Hui Won, USTW Referee Committee
Chairman; Dr. Kyu Yong Chai, USTW Educational Committee Chairman; and Visiting Grandmaster Jae Sun Do
from Georgia.
Some additional photos for Master Ko performing the Kyukpa Sool:
Huy Pham, Yellow Belt, was awarded the 2nd Place Silver Medal in the Fighting
Division, and the 3rd Place Bronze Medal in the Breaking Division (It was his first competition),
Nhan Le, Temporary Black Belt, was awarded the 1st Place Gold Medal in the Breaking
Division,
