Hapkido
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".
The way of coordinated power.
As a hapkido student you will have the opportunity to learn the most advance techniques in self-defense. Hapkido specializes in hand techniques, pressure points, joint manipulation, grappling, weapons, and gaining control of an opponent with minimum effort, therefore Hapkido is a complete martial art.
Hapkido includes a vast variety of arm an leg joint locks, weapon techniques, throw, kick, hit, and nerve pressure techniques. Hapkido is no martial sport but a martial art, which is outstandingly suitable for self-defense. It can be learned both by men and by women, regardless of their age.
Benefits of Learning Hapkido
As a Hapkido, student you will notice an increase in self-esteem, confidence, and coordination. Hapkido known through out the world as a peaceful, however reality based martial art. Hapkido is also a stress reducing and is considered as a healing art. Philosophy of Hapkido
A healthy mind and health body is necessary for a healthy life. One philosopher once said, "Hapkido training does not just stop at training with techniques, but it develops and enhances physical and mental culture." Hapkido helps develop the body through equal physical and mental training. The balance of the training provides more stability in family and life through Dan Jon, control of heart and lungs. Safe joint twisting techniques stimulate nerves and overall metabolism, also balancing blood pressure and organs. Hapkido training can delay the inflexibility of old age.
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