Training in Shim Gum Do has been a tremendous part of my life. I truly enjoy practicing an art that challenges and develops both the mind and body. I believe that when you develop a strong mind and a strong body, you build the tools needed to face life with greater confidence, focus, and discipline.
I began my Shim Gum Do training in 1993 and have spent more than 30 years studying and teaching this unique martial art. Over the years, I have trained in several disciplines, including Sword, Two Sword, Shin Boep, Ho Shin Sul, Long Stick, and Short Stick.
My years of practice have taught me lessons that go far beyond physical training. Shim Gum Do has helped me develop greater mental clarity, self discipline, balance, and awareness, and these are the same principles I hope to share with my students.
After a career as a medicinal chemist, I established an acupuncture practice in Raymond, New Hampshire. Today, I continue to share the principles of Zen Sword training with students who want to strengthen both their mind and body and develop skills they can carry into every part of their lives.
Learn More →Zen Sword training develops more than martial skill. Through the practice of Shim Gum Do, students strengthen the body, focus the mind, and cultivate discipline that can be applied to every aspect of life. The training is suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
Regular training improves strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, and endurance. Through sword forms and movement practice, students develop greater body awareness and confidence while building a strong physical foundation.
Shim Gum Do combines movement with concentration and meditation. Students learn to quiet distractions, improve focus, and develop mental clarity that carries into work, studies, and daily life.
The principles of Zen Sword encourage discipline, perseverance, and self-awareness. Through consistent practice, students gain confidence, resilience, and a deeper understanding of themselves.
Mind. Body. Discipline. Growth.
Traditional practice for modern life.
Zen Sword training is more than learning martial techniques—it is a lifelong journey of self-improvement. Rooted in the traditions of Shim Gum Do, this practice combines sword forms, meditation, and disciplined movement to strengthen both the body and the mind. Students develop focus, confidence, balance, and resilience through consistent training and personal dedication.
Whether you are seeking improved fitness, greater mental clarity, stress relief, or a deeper sense of purpose, Zen Sword offers a unique path to personal growth. Through repetition, patience, and mindful practice, students learn valuable skills that extend beyond the training floor and into everyday life. The lessons gained through Shim Gum Do help cultivate discipline, perseverance, and inner strength, creating a foundation for success in all areas of life.
Training is suitable for beginners and experienced martial artists alike, providing a welcoming environment where every student can progress at their own pace while developing a stronger connection between mind, body, and spirit.
Train in a welcoming and supportive environment where students of all experience levels can learn, grow, and develop their skills. Through consistent practice, meditation, and traditional Shim Gum Do training, we build strength, focus, discipline, and lasting friendships.
Experience the art of Shim Gum Do through sword forms, meditation, partner training, and mind development. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced martial artist, classes provide a structured path toward greater physical fitness, mental clarity, and personal growth.
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