About the World Chun Kuhn Taekwondo Federation Officers
President
Supreme Master Bok Man Kim
Roseland, New Jersey USA
Our teachings are inspired by Supreme Grandmaster Kim Bok-Man, a founding figure in taekwondo with decades of experience. His contributions to martial arts history go beyond technique, offering insights that enrich both skill and perspective.
Technical Director
Grand Master Brad Shipp
Roseland, New Jersey USA
Chun Kuhn Taekwondo, also known as Chun Kuhn Do, is a complete and traditional form of Korean martial art developed by Taekwondo legend Supreme Grandmaster Kim Bok-Man. Rooted in the 1950s and 60s Korean military, Chun Kuhn Taekwondo is a comprehensive system of self-defense that goes beyond traditional Taekwondo by incorporating grappling, throwing, and the use of weapons. Supreme Grandmaster Kim Bok-Man, the last surviving pioneer of Taekwondo in the ROK Army, was present when General Choi Hong-Hi coined the term "Tae Kwon Do." Other influential pioneers include General Choi, Colonel Nam Tae-Hi, and Grandmaster Han Cha-Kyo.
Vice President
Grand Master Stanley C. Swope
Wichita, Kansas USA
In memory of Supreme Grandmaster Kim Bok-Man, the last surviving founding pioneer of Taekwondo in the Republic of Korea (ROK) Army, Chun Kuhn Taekwondo—also known as Chun Kuhn Do—stands as a complete and traditional form of Korean martial art. Developed and taught by this Taekwondo legend, Chun Kuhn Taekwondo encompasses all areas of self-defense, rooted in the traditional Taekwondo practices taught in the Korean military during the 1950s and 60s. What sets Chun Kuhn Taekwondo apart is its inclusion of grappling, throwing, and the use of traditional weapons, in addition to the conventional striking techniques. Supreme Grandmaster Kim Bok-Man was present when General Choi Hong-Hi first coined the name "Taekwondo" and was part of the pioneering group, alongside other influential figures like General Choi, Colonel Nam Tae-Hi, and Grandmaster Han Cha-Kyo.
General Secretary
Master Mike Swope
Wichita, Kansas USA
Chun Kuhn Taekwondo, also known as Chun Kuhn Do, is a complete and traditional form of Korean Taekwondo developed by the legendary Taekwondo master, Supreme Grandmaster Kim Bok-Man. Rooted in the Korean military practices of the 1950s and 60s, it encompasses all areas of self-defense, grounded in traditional Taekwondo principles. What sets Chun Kuhn Taekwondo apart from other styles is its inclusion of grappling, throwing, and the use of traditional weapons. Supreme Grandmaster Kim Bok-Man is the last surviving founding pioneer of Taekwondo in the ROK Army, having been present when General Choi Hong-Hi coined the term "Tae Kwon Do." Other pioneering figures from the ROK Army include General Choi Hong-Hi, Colonel Nam Tae-Hi, and Grandmaster Han Cha-Kyo.
