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2006
2007
CASE FOR SUPPORT
songahm international gate & garden
“establishing a legacy”
created by: Circle Communications Network, LLC & kelly|DESIGN
“All that is expected is a willingness to try.”
~ Eternal Grand Master H.U. Lee
The Songahm International Gate and Garden on the grounds of the
Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S.A. will
honor the vision and memory of Eternal Grand Master H.U. Lee.
For 23 years
Little Rock was
the home of
Eternal
Grand Master
H.U. Lee
“If a person does not know where to begin or end in life
[setting goals], then that person will become confused when
given a choice between two paths.”
01 | songahm international gate & garden
establishing a legacy | 02
SONGAHM TRANSLATES TO
PINE TREE AND ROCK
THE PINE TREE
THE ROCK
Grand Master H.U. Lee chose Little Rock,
One morning at sunrise on top of Songahm
The city of Little Rock is located on the
Arkansas, USA, in 1977 for his new home
Mountain
Lee
Arkansas River in the center of the state of
and the new home of the American
reintroduced the traditional characteristics of
Arkansas. La Petite Roche, the actual “Little
Taekwondo Association in part because of
Taekwondo with a new system and structure he
Rock” for which the city is named, is located
the pine trees, rocks and geographic
created. The “Scrolls of Songahm” representing
in the heart of Downtown Little Rock, at the
landscape that reminded him of his home in
the essence of tradition and philosophy were
foot of the Junction Bridge spanning the
Korea. In the Korean language Songahm
read and signed by every fourth to eighth degree
Arkansas River.
means Pine Tree and Rock.
senior in the organization.
bridge is being refurbished to a pedestrian
in
Little
Rock,
Master
The 100-year old railroad
bridge suitable for festivities at the 2007
He chose the pine tree as the symbol of
Songahm Taekwondo World Championships.
Songahm Taekwondo for two reasons:
because of its significance in Korean culture
For 23 years Little Rock was the home of
as a symbol of unchanging human loyalty,
Eternal Grand Master Lee and remains
and because of the parallelism between the
home to the international headquarters of
pine tree and the student – a seedling that
ATA and Songahm.
grows into a mighty pine tree.
In many ways,
this is still just
the beginning
Through my father’s motto, 'Today Not Possible, Tomorrow
Possible' he taught us to embrace and seize the future with
faith, hope, and tenacity to see our dreams come to fruition."
-Lucas Taekwon Lee
Son of Eternal Gand Master Lee
A LEGACY OF VALUES
CONTINUING THE LEGACY
JOURNEY WITH US
With the passing of Eternal Grand Master H.U.
Mrs. Sun C. Lee, wife of the late Eternal Grand
The Songahm Gate and Gardens in Little
Lee in October 2000, current leadership has
Master H.U. Lee and the ATA's Chairman of the
Rock will greet visitors from around the world.
taken up the torch of his inspirational
Board, continues the legacy of her late
guidance and leadership. They have made a
husband by helping the youth of Songahm
We hope you will journey with us as the
commitment ensuring the values that the
Taekwondo through her philanthropic efforts
ATA, and Songahm Taekwondo, continues
American
and devotion.
to change lives throughout the world.
Taekwondo
Association
was
Together, we will build on the legacy
founded upon remain our focus for today
and into the future. To this day, the ATA is the
From its humble beginnings, today the ATA
established by Eternal Grand Master H.U.
only organization of its kind to thrive after the
and its affiliated organizations have 300,000
Lee. The construction of the Songahm
death of its founder. After many trials and
registered members worldwide, including
International Gate and Garden on the
tests, Soon Ho Lee, brother of Eternal Grand
53,000 black belts and 3,000 certified
grounds of the Statehouse Convention
Master Lee, was named Grand Master and
instructors. The goal is change one million
Center in Little Rock will honor his
elevated to be the leader in the Songahm
lives through Songahm by the end of 2006.
memory and his vision.
Taekwondo style.
In many ways, this is still just the beginning.
We know the ATA has many wonderful
surprises in store for Taekwondo in the United
States and across the world.
Many historians
believe taekwondo
originated from a
Korean martial
arts form known
as t'aekyon
“Pure and without the knowledge of Songahm Taekwondo as with the pine tree, the seed must now be planted and
nourished to develop strong roots.”
WHAT IS TAEKWONDO?
THE WAY OF THE HAND AND FOOT
The actual beginnings of Taekwondo are
The word Taekwondo itself is made up of
obscured by time, yet many historians believe
three Chinese/Korean words: Tae, meaning to
it originated from a Korean martial arts form
kick or jump; Kwon, meaning fist or hand; and
known as t'aekyon practiced over 1,300
Do, which means "the way.” Loosely, it can be
years ago.
thought of as "The Way of the Hand and
Foot." The actual name and art of
In the early 1900's the art evolved with the
Taekwondo wasn't official until 1955. At that
introduction of Chinese and Japanese hand
time Korean General Hong Hi Choi organized
techniques, a practice which concerned some
a movement to unify Korea's various martial
because these influences did not demonstrate
arts styles (called kwans) and presented the
the incredible kicking power of the art nor its
name "Taekwondo" to a committee specially
traditional values or philosophy.
formed to select a name for the new art. On
April 11, 1955, Taekwondo was recognized
as the name for the newly unified, officially
recognized Korean martial art.
In 1969, at the
first school in
Omaha, Nebraska,
the American
Taekwondo
Association
was born
“Knowledge cannot help the world unless we share it with others.”
THE BEGINNING OF THE AMERICAN TAEKWONDO ASSOCIATION
H. U. Lee opens a martial arts
A vision to change
The world of martial arts
school at a U. S. Air Force Base
lives throughout the world
would be changed forever.
Haeng Ung Lee began his martial arts training
Reed and Lee both shared a passion for
In 1968, Korean General Choi met with Haeng
in 1954 as a teenager. He taught martial
Taekwondo. Lee had a vision to change the
Ung Lee (now Eternal Grand Master Lee) who,
arts to Republic of Korea military intelligence
world.
Reed had faith in Lee’s vision and
at the time, was teaching Taekwondo-Japanese
personnel from 1956 to 1959, and opened
business sense to back it up. They began
mixed martial arts. Gen. Choi quickly taught
his first commercial school in Osan, Korea
working to build a Taekwondo organization
Eternal Grand Master Lee the first 16 forms of
after leaving the military. As interest grew, he
that would be based on good martial arts
Cheon-jee Taekwondo in only four days. From
opened other “branches,” one at a U.S. Air
and sound business practices. One day when
this first meeting, a half century ago, the stage
Force Base. There he met Richard Reed, and
they were training, Lee drew a circle in the dirt
was set for the founding of the American
the two forged a powerful friendship that
floor of the Taekwondo School and he filled
Taekwondo Association (ATA). In 1969, at the
would impact both of their lives far greater
the circle with dots. The circle represented
first school in Omaha, Nebraska, the American
than either could have imagined.
the world. The dots represented the lives he
Taekwondo Association was born.
wanted to see changed by the art of
Taekwondo. Today, the number of “dots” he
has impacted approaches one million.
The ATA began
to establish
standards that
would ensure
consistent
instruction
“ATA is changing the world one Black Belt at a time.”
SONGAHM TAEKWONDO
PHILOSOPHY OF SONGAHM TAEKWONDO
SONGAHM TAEKWONDO VALUES INCLUDE:
INSTRUCTION MANUALS
There are many philosophical meanings and
•
Spirit
From the beginning, Eternal Grand Master Lee
symbols behind the art, its roots, and traditions
•
Perseverance
was determined to establish the American
in Taekwondo.
Songahm Taekwondo has a
•
Respect
Taekwondo
poetic interpretation and is a martial art that
•
Courtesy
professional martial arts organization possible.
trains people both physically and mentally.
•
Integrity
As it grew from a regional organization to
•
Honor
national, and ultimately international, the ATA
•
Loyalty
began to establish standards that would
•
Self-control
ensure consistent instruction.
•
Victory
introduced the first instructor manual, which
Association
as
the
most
In 1973, he
provided information and procedures to
standardize the operation of all American
Taekwondo Association Schools.
Little Rock,
Arkansas seemed
the perfect fit and
had a geographic
landscape that
reminded him of his
home in Korea
“We’re the greatest martial arts organization in the world. But
we’ve made the decision to become even greater.”
ARKANSAS –
AMERICAN TAEKWONDO ASSOCIATION –
THE LAND OF OPPORTUNITY
BUSINESS INNOVATIONS
SONGAHM TAEKWONDO
Eternal Grand Master Lee had traveled
In the 1980’s, several innovations in business
In a new home in Little Rock, Arkansas, with
throughout the United States and wanted to
techniques were added that set ATA apart
established
establish a new headquarters in an area that
from other martial arts organizations.
business systems, soon the ATA had 200
was central to ATA Schools.
Little Rock,
Computerized record keeping for ranking,
black belts earning instructor certification
Arkansas seemed the perfect fit for his dream
centralized supply and embroidery services,
each year.
as it was the “Land of Opportunity” and had
financial credit services, and a high quality
significant
a geographic landscape that reminded him of
quarterly magazine enhanced the scope,
becoming increasingly popular.
his home in Korea.
reach, and service capabilities of ATA.
Grand Master Lee realized that they were
So in 1977, the ATA
curriculum
and
innovative
Numbers were growing at a
rate
and
Taekwondo
was
But Eternal
headquarters moved to Little Rock, Arkansas,
ignoring one of the most unique aspects of
a place it still calls home today.
the art of Taekwondo — the strength and
beauty of Taekwondo kicking techniques.
The Songahm
system of teaching
and training is
unequaled in
martial arts
“It will take the commitment of each member…but ATA has
never let the impossible pose a challenge.”
SONGAHM TAEKWONDO FORMS
SONGAHM TAEKWONDO – A CIRCLE
SETTING LIFE GOALS
From 1983 to 1990, Eternal Grand Master
The Songahm curriculum facilitates a smooth
When learning, a Songahm student is in a
Lee introduced the eighteen Songahm
progression from one rank to the next, so
true, traditional Taekwondo class, focusing
Taekwondo forms. To say that the style of
that students who begin Taekwondo - feeling
not just on the physical but also on discipline,
Songahm Taekwondo is just another "martial
they'll never be able to do a simple block -
honor,
art" would be an oversimplified explanation.
suddenly find themselves a few years later
perseverance and loyalty.
The Songahm system of teaching and training
doing 360-degree jumping kicks with ease.
students are taught goal setting and
is unequaled in martial arts. These forms are
Songahm Taekwondo also focuses on
encouraged to set goals not only in martial
part of a fully integrated curriculum in which
personal development of the mind. Those
arts but also in community endeavors,
everything a student learns reinforces
who view it as just self-defense would be
relationships, and education.
everything else. The Songahm forms contain
losing the most valuable idea and philosophy
all of the techniques that students are
behind this ancient art.
expected to know at each rank and all of
these
patterns
lead
logically
to
the
movements required for each succeeding rank.
self-control,
respect,
courtesy,
Additionally, ATA
Over the years,
the ATA has
adapted curriculum
to students of all
ages and abilities
“ATA members can change their community by teaching
everyone in their community. And they need to do it today,
not someday.”
SONGAHM TAEKWONDO
BENEFITS OF
VALUES, PHILOSOPHY, AND TRAINING
SONGAHM TAEKWONDO TRAINING
TRAINING FOR ALL AGES
The heightened capacity for self-defense
When people think about martial arts, the
Over the years, the ATA has adapted
resulting from ATA curriculum actually is a
benefit most commonly associated is self-
curriculum to students of all ages and
benefit that is gained by dedicating one's self to
defense. However, self-confidence is something
abilities. Children begin training as early as age
the values, philosophy, and training of
the ATA considers to be the most significant
3 in the ATA Tiny Tiger program to improve
Songahm Taekwondo. A beginner does not
benefit to Songahm training and it is
coordination and balance.
focus on being a skilled martial artist within a
sometimes enough to deter a potential
Karate for Kids give pre-teen children an
month or two.
A strong foundation in
attacker.
activity outside of typical team sports. And
Songahm Taekwondo values must be built first.
improves
Also, general physical fitness
because
use
of
Programs like
Taekwondo
there are always adults that start at any age.
techniques results in developing the larger,
Some adults have begun training as late as
powerful muscles of the torso as well as the
age 65, and have still earned their black belts.
fast, agile muscles of the arms and legs.
Eternal Grand
Master Lee always
encouraged
“personal victory”
as a motto in
each ATA School
“Set your goals high, give your best in all that you do…
enjoy the journey.”
SONGAHM TAEKWONDO BECOMES
“All that is expected is a
willingness to try.”
PERSONAL VICTORY
AN INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON
The important thing to remember is that the
As the American Taekwondo Association
ATA creates an atmosphere where individuals
grew larger and Songahm Taekwondo spread
are tested only against themselves.
They
faster in the USA, soon the ATA became an
move forward at their own personal rate. One
international phenomenon. In 1984, Eternal
of the most important lessons of Taekwondo
Grand Master Lee and Master Cesar Ozuna
competition is learning how to keep going, to
founded
persevere even when things don’t go well, and
Federation (STF) to help spread Songahm
how to handle defeat gracefully.
Taekwondo in various regions of South
~ ETERNAL GRAND MASTER H.U. LEE
America.
the
Songahm
Taekwondo
In 1990, the World Traditional
We develop the right attitude by practicing
Taekwondo Union (WTTU) was formed and
courtesy, loyalty, respect, integrity, honor, self-
now represents those schools in Europe,
control, and perseverance.
Africa, Asia, and North America schools
No student is
compared to anyone else and Eternal Grand
Master Lee always encouraged “personal
victory” as a motto in each ATA School. Every
student will benefit in some way from
Songahm Taekwondo training.
expected is a willingness to try.
All that is
outside of the United States.
In reality, we are
competing
against ourselves
to be the
absolute best
that we can be
everyday
“It is how we respond to the obstacles in life that makes us
who we are.”
TOURNAMENTS FOR COMPETITION
IN LIFE, WE COMPETE ON A DAILY BASIS
AND DISPLAY OF SKILL
In the spirit of personal victory, Eternal Grand
With his number one concern being the safety
In reality, competition is not just in a martial
Master Lee encouraged members to continue
of his members, Eternal Grand Master Lee
arts ring. Students of Songahm Taekwondo,
building confidence through Taekwondo at ATA
made ATA tournaments a closed circuit -
and all other human beings, are competing
tournaments.
meaning you had to be a member to compete.
with self on a daily basis. Even in the case of
competitive
Tournaments are controlled
allow
This allowed competitors to all be judged on
a match against an opponent, we are not
practitioners to display and improve their skills
environments
that
the same curriculum with judges all trained to
only competing against that person's skill,
in a safe environment. For years, martial artists
use the same criteria and a greater sense of
but also against ourselves to be the
have competed in what was known as an
“family” by individuals challenging themselves
absolute best that we can be.
open circuit where people from various
and encouraging one another.
tournaments are a great opportunity for
skills
as
well
as
Therefore,
backgrounds and practices competed against
increasing
boosting
one another in an atmosphere where most
confidence.
people were not playing by the same rules.
possible to learn self control or become
And, just as importantly, it is
motivated to react positively instead of
negatively to outcomes one does not desire.
Tournaments are
a vital part
of Songahm
Taekwondo and
one of the
most dynamic,
fun aspects of
our art
“If our spirit is strong, success is just around the corner waiting.”
NATIONAL TOURNAMENTS AT DISNEY
EACH YEAR, THE ATA HEADQUARTERS
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT
IN ORLANDO AND IN LAS VEGAS
HOSTS SEVERAL INTERNATIONAL EVENTS.
IN LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
Today, over 100 regional tournaments are held
•
A spring National Tournament at the
The largest ATA tournament is the world-
Las Vegas Convention Center in
famous Songahm World Championships held
Las Vegas, Nevada.
each year in June in Little Rock, Arkansas.
throughout the country each year.
Most
people think that the reward at a tournament
is a trophy. But ATA tournaments are about
making new friends, putting nerves to the test
The 2005 competition included a dramatic
A fall National Tournament at the Disney
opening ceremony complete with gravity-
and displaying skills after hard work and
Wide World of Sports Complex in
defying ATA-Xtreme forms and weapons
practice.
Orlando, Florida.
events, pulse-quickening taiko drummers,
For all these reasons and more,
•
tournaments are a vital part of Songahm
indoor fireworks, and the induction of a
Taekwondo, and one of the most dynamic, fun
record number of new Masters.
aspects of our art.
Nearly 30,000
individuals,
competitors and
spectators alike,
continue making
the trip to Little
Rock each year
“Push yourself to do your best and no matter what the result is,
walk like a champion.”
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE
LARGEST CONVENTION IN LITTLE ROCK
TOP TEN COMPETITION
The first Grand National Tournament held in
Since
Championships
In June 2005, to commemorate the 50th
1976 set the stage for what is now
Tournament has been held at the Statehouse
anniversary of Taekwondo, the ATA held its
Songahm Taekwondo’s most prestigious
Convention Center in Little Rock.
Opening
event, the annual ATA World Championships
30,000 individuals, competitors and spectators
Tournament.
1990,
the
World
AMERICAN TAEKWONDO ASSOCIATION
Nearly
Ceremonies
for
the
World
Championships at Alltel Arena in North Little
What started as a small
alike, continue making the trip to Little Rock
Rock, with an attendance of over 10,000. As
tournament with merely a couple hundred
each year for Top Ten Competition, exhibitions
the organization grows, so does this event
competitors has now grown into the largest
by
and the number of participants is record
convention in Little Rock, Arkansas each year.
promotion ceremonies and energetic seminars
ATA
demonstration
teams,
Master
to educate school owners and instructors.
breaking year after year.
The Songahm
Gate and Garden
will feature a
spectacular entry
gate handcrafted
by South Korean
artisans & builders.
SONGAHM INTERNATIONAL GATE AND GARDEN
The only International Martial Arts Gate and
As Songahm translates to “Pine Tree and Rock,”
The impressive Songahm Gate will open onto
Garden honoring Grand Master H.U. Lee and
the magnificent landscaping will feature these
the entrance to the River Market, the
the country of South Korea are scheduled for
items prominently.
There will be pine trees
Riverfront Amphitheater, and the Junction
an opening celebration in June 2006 during the
surrounded by rock groupings, as well as
Bridge, a planned pedestrian bridge which will
Songahm Taekwondo World Championships.
numerous colorful trees including red maple,
lead directly to Alltel Arena.
The Songahm Gate and Garden are located
cherry, plum, dogwood, and persimmon trees.
Jefferson Clinton Presidential Library, one of
on the east side of the Statehouse
Grass and beautiful plants will add incredible
only 12 presidential libraries and museums in
Convention Center, only steps away from
color to the Garden. The Master Gardeners will
the United States, is only blocks away. Also
help
nearby is the beautiful State Capitol building,
the banks of the Arkansas River.
It will
feature a spectacular entry gate handcrafted
in
planning
and
maintaining
the
spectacular Songahm Garden.
by South Korean artisans and builders.
The William
the Arkansas Arts Center, the Little Rock Zoo,
Heifer International, many historic museums
including the General Douglas MacArthur
Museum and the Museum of Discovery, and
“Without change, there can be no growth.”
Photos opposite page - left to right from top:
numerous parks, shops, and restaurants.
1] Little Rock Skyline and the Junction Bridge 2] Alltel Areaa 3] Arkansas State Capital
4] William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Library 5] Little Rock Amphitheater 6] Statehouse Convention Center
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2
3
1. The Gate
2. The Garden
3. The Fountain
THE GATE
THE GARDEN
THE FOUNTAIN
The Songahm Gate itself will be made from
Upon entering the Garden, guests will be
The Eternal Fountain of Knowledge will
exceptional materials designed and created
drawn to the impressive focal point, the nine-
consist of three bowls, each one larger than
in South Korea. Built by the combined efforts
point Songahm Star reflecting pool and
the previous one. The water flowing from
of both American and Korean architects and
fountain. Surrounding the pool will be a nine-
the smallest bowl at the top of the fountain
builders the Gate represents the respect and
foot path dedicated to the school owners of
symbolizes the knowledge of the Grand
honor
Western
Songahm Taekwondo. The names of those
Master flowing into the bowl of his
cultures. The astonishing twenty-seven foot
donating to the project will be inscribed within
instructors. The water from the instructors’
wide Gate, decorated with detailed and
the path. Also represented within the Garden
bowl flows into the largest bowl, symbolizing
ornate carvings in traditional Korean colors
will be the “Eternal Fountain of Knowledge”
the students.
Water flows from the
will greet all those visiting the Songahm
and of course, the legendary “BeeRyongBong
students’
into
Garden and the beautiful city of Little Rock.
or Staff of the Flying Dragon,” both made
symbolizing the spreading of the knowledge,
famous in the Master’s Ceremony.
discipline,
between
Eastern
and
bowl
and
values
the
pool
taught
itself,
through
Songahm Taekwondo to all points of the
world. Limited areas of acknowledgment will
be available for those wishing to support the
Eternal Fountain of Knowledge.
4
5
6
4. The Bronze Statue
5. The Wall of Vision
6. The BeeRyongBong
THE BRONZE STATUE
THE WALL OF VISION
THE BEE RYONG BONG
In appreciation of the ATA and its founder, the
Mrs. Sun C. Lee, the wife of Eternal Grand
Across the Fountain and reflecting pool from
Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau
Master Lee has dedicated the “Wall of Vision”
Eternal Grand Master Lee’s statue will be a
placed a bust of Eternal Grand Master Lee in
to the Master Instructors of Songahm
stunning life-size replica of the BeeRyongBong
the
Taekwondo.
“They stood behind Grand
or Staff of the Flying Dragon. This carving will
Convention Center. This bust is a symbol of
Master while he was alive helping him to fulfill
be an exact duplicate of the one encased in
the incredible relationship between the ATA
his vision and create his legacy.
It is only
glass at ATA’s International Headquarters.
and the place it is so proud to call home.
fitting that they stand behind him once again
This staff, the most treasured artifact in
Since this Garden has been dedicated to
as they carry on his vision and begin creating
martial arts, details the history of Songahm
Eternal Grand Master Lee by the city of Little
their own legacies,” states Mrs. Lee.
This
Taekwondo from it’s beginning. Never before
Rock, it is only fitting that Master Lee’s bronze
area is reserved for all past, present and
has the history of an entire martial art been
statue greet each visitor to the Garden.
future Songahm Master Instructors.
documented in this manner.
east
garden
at
the
Statehouse
Areas of
acknowledgment will be available in limited
supply to those wishing to be recognized near
the BeeRyongBong.
Please join us in
establishing a
legacy in honor of
Eternal Gand
Master H.U. Lee
SONGAHM INTERNATIONAL
We welcome your support in this
GATE AND GARDEN
groundbreaking project to honor
We expect many tourists and local residents to
"For years and years, my father gave
enjoy the beauty of the Songahm Gate and
the traditions and values H.U.
selflessly to those in need across the
Garden throughout the year.
world. Now, it is our turn to give back
around the world will experience a taste of
Arkansas, USA from his homeland
in the name of our Eternal Grand
culture, art, and history. Guests will appreciate
in South Korea.
Master, the late Haeng Ung Lee."
each point of interest in the Garden and its
~ Lucas Taekwon Lee
Visitors from
Lee
brought
to
Little
Rock,
historical significance through bronze plaques
detailing information relating to each point in
Please join us in building the
the Garden. The City of Little Rock, Arkansas is
Songahm International Gate and
strongly supportive of this cultural project and
Garden near the Arkansas River
believes the Songahm Garden will be one of the
in downtown Little Rock.
most visited locations in the city.
For information, contact:
Mrs. Sun C. Lee, American Taekwondo Association, Songahm International Headquarters
address] 6210 Baseline Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209
ph] 501.568.2821
email] [email protected]
website] www.ataonline.com

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