The Pan Am Tang Soo Do Federation was founded by Grand Master Chong Su Kim in 1986 in York, Pennsylvania. Grand Master Kim has travelled all over the world promoting Tang Soo Do. During this time he pondered the meaning and purpose of Tang Soo Do. He then made the decision to create the new Pan-Am Tang Soo Do Federation. This Federation is based on the principles of unity, where all members of this Federation are treated equally, with respect, honesty, loyalty, and courtesy. The most important part of our Federation is that we all receive direct guidance form Grandmaster Chong Su Kim. No matter what question you might have, Grand Master Kim and the Federation are here to help you!
The greatest benefit the Pan Am Tang Soo Do Federation provides its members is certification through Grandmaster Kim himself. All members who test under the Pan Am Tang Soo Do Federation are recorded and mailed to Grandmaster Kim so he can personally review the progress of all students. He then puts the official seal on each certificate. This assures all student's rank achievements receive widespread recognition.