Shim Gum Do is a complete system of meditation and action meditation encompassing an entire martial system which includes: Sword, Shin Boep (which translates to mean Body Dharma), Ho Shin Sul (which translates to mean self-defense), Long Stick, Two Sword and Short Stick.

The Shim Gum Do path of martial arts is learning to fight the demons and bad habits within oneself. Through training one builds a strong foundation, clear direction and develops compassion. Temple residency allows one to more fully immerse themselves in the study of Shim Gum Do as a daily practice.

Use Shim Gum Do – the Mind Sword Path to keep clear mind, clear thinking and clear action and achieve your goals! (Image is a Korean Rat Snake, Attributed to Korean National Institute of Biological Resources)

In 1971, Shim Gum Do Founding Master Zen Master Chang Sik Kim officially introduced Shim Gum Do with the Proclamation of Shim Gum Do. This proclamation is the doctrinal explanation of Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path as a Zen Buddhist practice and path.

Shim Gum Do is a complete system of meditation and action meditation encompassing an entire martial system which includes: Sword, Shin Boep (which translates to mean Body Dharma), Ho Shin Sul (which translates to mean self-defense), Long Stick, Two Sword and Short Stick.

Mar 12, 2025 · Use Shim Gum Do – the Mind Sword Path to keep clear mind, clear thinking and clear action and achieve your goals! (Image is a Korean Rat Snake, Attributed to Korean National Institute of Biological Resources)

Shim Gwang Sa Chanting In the words of Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim: “Chanting is about love and compassion and praying; praying for you, for me, and for everything and everyone. A praying mind is a clear mind.” The Morning Bell Chant Homage to the Three Jewels

Come join us on Friday April 5th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim. There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.

Jan 1, 2024 · Shim Gum Do is a complete system of meditation and action meditation encompassing an entire martial system which includes: Sword, Shin Boep (which translates to mean Body Dharma), Ho Shin Sul (which translates to mean self-defense), Long Stick, Two Sword and Short Stick.

Shim Gum Do is a complete system of meditation and action meditation encompassing an entire martial system which includes: Sword, Shin Boep (which translates to mean Body Dharma), Ho Shin Sul (which translates to mean self-defense), Long Stick, Two Sword and Short Stick.