American Martial Arts

Sil Jeon Mu Sool

Traditional Korean Martial Arts for Modern Situations

Jim Mahan and Roger Lewis developed a new system of Martial Arts, called Sil Jeon Mu Sool Kwan, which is a compilation of several martial styles. Sil Jeon Mu Sool Kwan is the name chosen to represent our Martial Arts system. Our evolved Martial Art system is not strictly Tae Kwon Do, Hap Ki Do, Brazilian Jujitsu or Arnis, but rather a blending of their influences. “Sil Jeon” represents the fighting or combative aspects of our art. “Mu Sool” represents the Martial Arts techniques from Korea and other lands. “Kwan” literally means building or hall, but when used in martial arts it can also refer to a school or clan of martial artists who follow the same style and/or leader.

The idea of a compilation system is nothing new, in fact ancient Masters were known for their blending of various styles. In modern times, many Martial Art ists have realized the benefits of cross-training to enhance their skills and knowledge. Our system is a multi-faceted art of empty-handed self-defense, weapons training, standing grappling and ground defense. The present curriculum is a result of years of extensive research under some of the foremost authorities in their respective arts.

Sil Jeon Mu Sool is a structured and systemized Self-Defense program that teaches the used of techniques, skill sets and practical weapons that are not found in most of today’s dojangs.

Our realistic program of instruction offers timely and complete technical training at each rank level all the way to 5th Dan Black Belt. Don’t think of Sil Jeon Mu Sool as a new system of Taekwondo, because it isn’t. Sil Jeon Mu Sool is a merge of 2 martial disciplines that follow the principles and concepts of Taekwondo.

Each time we show a Taekwondo player a SJMS technique, an explosion of reality dawns in their eyes and he/she is immediately applying the innovations they just learned into their existing curriculum. This is not just a new style of Taekwondo!

STAY TRUE TO TAEKWONDO

Poomsae – - The street application of traditional techniques are explored and utilized. Learn more than just the counts and pattern. Learn the practical applications of these traditional techinques.

Hoshinsool – - Self Defense that is more than just an add-on! You will learn:

Grappling – Levels 1, 2, Instructor
Ground Defense – Levels 1, 2, 3, Instructor
Pressure Point Striking – Levels 1, 2, Instructor

Weapons Training – - Realistic, relevant techniques that you can use today!

Single Stick Levels 1, 2, Instructor
Double Stick Levels 1, 2, Instructor
Rope Level 1, Instructor
Knife (Offense and Defense) Levels 1, 2, Instructor
Cane Level 1, Instructor
Short Stick Level 1, Instructor

Sil Jeon Mu Sool can be used as a complete dojang curriculum as it is taught in our personal dojangs, provided as stand alone Instructor Resource Programming, Black Belt Club materials, or part of our American Combat Arts Federation University curriculum.

Dojangs that have purchased the Sil Jeon Mu Sool curriculum can have their instructors become certified for each level to add credibility to their program, and to appear higher on our list of affiliated schools to obtain student referrals.

Instructors can test for each of the levels of the curriculum in order, which also correspond to belt ranking in Sil Jeon Mu Sool. A maximum of two programs can be tested for at any one testing session.

Instructors must truly understand the details of the techniques in each level and be able to execute them competently. We will work with instructors prior to testing to insure that instructors possess all the skills necessary to succeed. Regardless of whether instructors intend to become officially certified or not, all schools that have purchased the Sil Jeon Mu Sool curriculum have immediate and unlimited access for questions and coaching of any type via e-mail and phone with Jim Mahan and Roger Lewis.

Certified instructors will be listed in order of certification level on the Website, and will receive referrals whenever possible.

The Sil Jeon Mu Sool program for dojang use features a in-depth 175 page Instructors Guide and 15 DVD Technique library. You can instantly track down a technique or direction of movement and get it right every time.

The Sil Jeon Mu Sool curriculum is designed to provide a concise step-by-step methodology for those wanting to introduce a weapons and groundfighting program into their school. We provide the very best foundation for the development of expert-level skills via our series of DVDs and instructional manuals.

This is a very carefully thoughout system and like any functional system, has clearly defined procedures and skill-sets that build upon one another to achieve a predictable result. It is NOT just a collections of locks and holds, that one can only dream of applying against an aggressive, non-compliant opponent.

This curriculum is a belt level and instructor level course, designed, tested and proven to give you immediate results. It consists of DVDs and a manual that may be used in conjunction with one another or separately if need be. The manuals include not only detailed instruction on each technique and skill-set, but emphasize ‘key points’ and ‘teaching tips’.

Each Individual program of instruction provides a student manual and DVD (VHS only on request). You will be provided contact information to email, call or write the course instructors to answer questions or to provide any technical assistance. The programs of instruction may also be taught at our location or your location in seminar format.

Once you have completed the certification requirements, you will receive a colorful, internationally recognized Instructor certificate.

We also offer curriculum patches, Instructor T-shirts, Instructor patches and student guides for programming at your home dojang.

Here are a few reasons to include Sil Jeon Mu Sool as part of your program:

To offer more value at your school and attract new students. Many students are now seeking a school that offers some grappling, and weapons. By providing organized instruction, you can make these students your own.
To retain your existing students. People sometimes quit training because they sense they are no longer improving, they feel they have gained enough proficiency at the art, or they may just become bored with the repetition of Poomsae that is required to truly excel. A grappling or weapons program offers a whole new dimension to their learning – a complete new world of techniques and skills to keep the students interested and fascinated for years.
To serve as a curriculum for your advanced students or an incentive for your Black Belt Club who are looking for an edge over everyone else. Many students view their black belt as a sign that it is time to move away from their school and branch out in new directions. Offering these students the Sil Jeon Mu Sool curriculum helps give them a new world of training right at your school.
To make your program a more “complete” program. Punches and kicks are a big part of the self defense pie, but grappling, weapons and groundfighting is as well, especially for women whose worst fear is often to be thrown to the ground by a large assailant. Learning even standing joint locks with a compliant opponent is not the same as actually learning to defeat a competitive opponent with chokes and joint locks on the ground.
To offer a control-based self defense program for juniors who are dealing with trouble in the schoolyard. Kicking and punching, even in self defense, can lead to legal ramifications and even expulsion from school; whereas grappling techniques can get the larger bully under control (and embarrass him) without resorting to hitting. Only providing Olympic kicking as a violence deterrent is why many elementary and middle schools have wrestling programs in place as opposed to boxing programs. A grappling program is an easy sell to schools and parents.
As the ultimate confidence booster! The close quarters contact, and rough and tumble of grappling dramatically improves self-confidence. It gives people a taste of reality without the price of injury. By letting people have a taste of close quarters fighting, we significantly reduce their fear of “getting in close”, which ultimately, even improves their abilities as ’stand-up’ fighter because they need not fear being taken to the ground. Adding offensive and defensive weapons training will skyrocket your and your students confidence levels.