USA Kummooyeh Federation

Kummooyeh

A living tradition of Korean swordsmanship — rooted in the Joseon Dynasty, revived for the modern world. Kummooyeh trains the body, sharpens the mind, and preserves a cultural heritage that spans centuries.

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The Four Pillars

• Geombeop — Forms: structured solo sword sequences

• Gyeokbeop — Sparring: partner-based combat practice

• Sebeop — Cutting: precision blade technique

• Geommu — Sword Dance: expressive artistic performance

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Sword Techniques

Kummooyeh encompasses a wide range of sword techniques: two-handed, hand switching, reverse two-hand, double reverse, single hand, reverse single hand, and twin swords.

The curriculum also includes shield work (Deungpae), the Woldo polearm, and archery — making Kummooyeh a well-rounded self-defense system as well as a cultural practice.

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Our History

1996 - Founded by Grandmaster Ilseong Bouk Soo Joung as the Daehan Dobup Geomdo Association, bringing together practitioners across various schools.

Later years - Renamed the Daehan Idoryu Geomdo Association, highlighting its unique twin-sword tradition.

2009 - With new momentum from Korea's Traditional Martial Arts Promotion Act, the organization restructured as an independent sword training body — the World Kummooyeh Federation.

2015 - Formally incorporated and began promoting Kummooyeh internationally.

2023 - Grandmaster Ilseong Bouk Soo Joung visits the United States to formally recognize the start of the USA Kummooyeh Federation.

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Our Mission

The World Kummooyeh Federation is dedicated to preserving and sharing Korea's sword heritage through ongoing research, demonstration, and education. We believe this tradition belongs to the world; and we're committed to passing it on through youth character development, international outreach, and a deep respect for the culture our ancestors left behind.