Songahm Grand Masters
Within the Songahm system of taekwondo, there has been traditionally one 9th Degree Black Belt within the organization at a time. This individual holds the title of Grand Master and is considered to be the leader of Songahm Taekwondo. Past and present Grand Masters include:
- Haeng Ung Lee (1969–2000)
- Soon Ho Lee (2000–2011)
- In Ho Lee (2011-)
In June, 2010, GM Soon Ho Lee announced that he would retire at World Championships in June, 2011. Chief Master In Ho Lee was chosen as the new Grand Master Nominee. He spent the next year training with GM Soon Ho Lee and in June, 2011, tested for 9th Degree and became the third Grand Master. GM Soon Ho Lee stepped down and became the organization's first Grand Master Emeritus.
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