As proven by history, the origins of a line of martial arts are based on the movement, strength and credibility of the individual master, his instructors and students. The strength of the movement determines how strong the style is and the credibility of that generation of individuals. The achievements of Grandmaster "Iron" Kim demonstrate the strength and credibility of the Oom Yung / Chung Moo line of martial arts knowledge.
About Grandmaster "Iron" Kim
The 8th Generation Grandmaster of the Oom Yung /Chung Moo line of Martial Arts |
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At the age of seven, Grandmaster "Iron" Kim began his life's path in the study and practice of martial arts. To achieve perfection of his martial arts movements, Grandmaster "Iron" Kim many times chose the solitude of the mountain and ocean areas of Asia to practice the forms and techniques that he learned. Although he learned from many qualified teachers, a majority of the knowledge that Grandmaster "Iron" Kim possesses was passed down through Grandmaster Wang Po, the 7th generation Grandmaster of Yin Yang Doe.
In 1956, Master "Iron" Kim did compete in and win the All Asia Championship that was sponsored by Grandmaster Wang Po and was held in the Cho Leung area of Pusan. The Chinese title of Chung Moo Jik or "champion" was bestowed upon Master "Iron" Kim. The first place award that he did receive was called a Chung Moon Chung. A Chung Moon Chung is a paper scroll with wooden rods at each end. It is inscribed with the accomplishments of the winner and carries the official seal of the tournament. Several prominent judges and martial artists were in attendance at this championship and they hold in their memory the truth of this occasion. 
In the early 1960's Master "Iron" Kim expanded his quest for knowledge. He traveled and sought Masters who had reached a higher level of Moo Doe knowledge. There were seven top practitioners from an elite group of about twenty Masters throughout East Asia with whom Master "Iron" Kim exchanged individual skills in the martial arts. Master "Iron" Kim's purpose was to build his own wisdom, knowledge and understanding in the Moo Doe traditions of the eight main styles. 
