KICKS PUNCHES/STRIKES PRESSURE POINTS BREAKFALLS/ROLLS JOINT LOCKS

PUNCH DEFENCE KICK DEFENCE SRTANGLES/HOLDS DEFENCE KNIFE DEFENCE

LONG STICK SITDOWN DEFENCE ROPE SKILLS SHORT STICK SWORD

Meaning of Hapkido

Hapkido is a uniquely comprehensive, traditional Korean martial art of self-defence, which focuses on the simultaneous development of the body, mind and spirit. Literally translated, Hapkido means the 'Art of Energy Co-ordination'.

Hap - means "together" and means the harmony of body and spirit.
Ki - defines the life and body energy.
Do - means "way of life, way of learning".

Hapkido has the most varied types of techniques and is an extremely integrated art consisting of extensive joint locking and pressure point techniques, takedowns, submissions, ground-fighting, throws, dynamic kicking techniques, strikes, punches, falling-down skills, breathing techniques, and an array of weapons techniques, including the sword, short stick, long stick, knife and belt skills. The vast array of techniques equip the student to defend against any situation, and the full array of possible holds, grabs, punches, kicks and weapons attacks. Falling down and rolling skills are vital for self-protection in real-life situations. Training in Hapkido is also a very effective way of promoting good health. As the practitioner becomes more skilled, special breathing techniques are also developed, in order to enhance inner understanding and appreciation of one's own body.