Hello,
I am new in Tang Soo Do, but I am very serious about it and I am trying to follow the rules. When I started my training few months ago my Instructor gave to me two Flags: Korean flag, and US flag, which I suppose to put on my uniform(kimono). But, I am from Poland and alhtough I live in US and I have strong connection with USA, I am Pole. The question is: can I put Polish flag on the uniform in addition to the US flag, or I have to choose or I have no choice and I must put what my Instructor gave it to me. I hesitate to ask my instructor about it because he is a really nice guy and I am not sure he would tell me what he is really think about it.


I will be very grateful if someone who have knowledge about Tang Soo Do tradition and norms answered on my question.
Thank you

Martial Art Style Tang Soo Do

Hello Mieczyslaw,

The patches show respect to the countries:
A) That the art originated in-Korea.
B) The Country you are learning in, not nesesarily your country, I would see if you can find a patch with the Polish and U.S.A. flag crossed like here:

This one looks good
http://www.polartcenter.com/Polish_and_American_Crossed_Flag_Patch_p/9290090.htm

ahhh
http://www.polandbymail.com/get_item_435103_shield-patch-crossed-polish-american-flags-iron-on.htm

And show it to your instructor, I am sure he would not mind as long as he is aware of your strong National Pride

Tang Soo!

Martial Art Style Tang Soo Do-Hapkido

Thank you for your response. I will try to follow your suggestion. For me it would be a perfect solution, but as you said, I will ask my instructor first.

Thank you

Martial Art Style Tang Soo Do