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합기도 History of Hapkido
¨ 합기도- Hapkido (“way of coordinated energy”) is a Korean martial art derived from Japanese Daito-ryu aikijujutsu. Hapkido typically includes strikes, kicks, jointlocks, throws, falling, and weapons work, and is aimed at developing realistic fighting skills.
¨ Choi Yong-Sool (1904-1986) claimed to have trained for many years in Daito-ryu aikijutsu under Sokaku Minamoto Takeda (1860-1943). Choi is considered the founder of Hapkido and notable students of his include Suh Bok-Sup, Seo In-sun and Ji Han-jae. As Hapkido grew, various kwan (schools) formed, each of which taught the art a bit differently.[1]
¨ The kwan that we practice here is Chon Tu Kwan (전투관), a modern style of Hap Ki Do which is recognized by GM Seo In-sun and the World Ki Do Federation / Hanminjok Hapkido Association as a separate Hap Ki Do school of training (kwan).Combat Hapkido is a new, modern style of Hapkido developed by Grandmaster John Pellegrini.
¨ Combat Hapkido differs from other Hapkido styles philosophically as well as technically. Major differences include a lack of forms, acrobatic kicking, acrobatic falling, and certain weapons. Combat Hapkido’s focus is on self defense that works and often looks outside of Traditional Hapkido for new material.[2] [1] Dakin Burdick, “History of Hapkido” (http://php.indiana.edu/~burdickd/hkd_hist_1.html)
Fundamental Philosophy of Hapkido[1] (In GM In Sun Seo’s Words)
o Do not meet the force straight on. Disperse it and let it flow by. o Fluid movement maximizes the transition between offense to defense and defense to offense. Manipulate the opponent's openings. o Fluidity allows for the synthesis of external and internal energy. Learn to coordinate both forces. 2. 원 Won- Circle o Centripetal, centrifugal, spinning forces are utilized for efficient self-defense techniques. o Circular movements make it possible to use the opponent's strength against him. It also allows for offensive and defensive techniques to be executed simultaneously. The stronger the attacking force of the opponent, stronger the force of retaliation. o The circle symbolizes the source of the universe and its limitlessness. In Hapkido the circle represents the comprehensiveness of the art, which includes linear, arcing, circular offensive and defensive techniques. It also reminds us that there can be no bounds in our martial arts training. Only through continual training and patience one can progress forward. 3. 화 Wha - Harmony o Harmony of the law of mind, ki, body that implies the foundation of martial arts. o Harmonize with opponent's force and make that force your own. o Harmonize the principles of martial arts to understand its true meaning. Never discontinue training in order to find the righteous path of man. [1] http://www.kidohae.com/prin-fund.html
(국제 전투관 합기도 연맹) Combat Hapkido Curriculum
Philosophical Foundation - Ryu, Won and Hwa principles - Korean Cultural Focus – basic knowledge of Korean cultural norms such as bowing, wearing of the uniform, etiquette, etc. - Level of Force knowledge and application - Morals, ethics and expected conduct
Concrete Foundation (Application of Philosophical Foundation)
- Danjeon Breathing (“Ki” development) - Use of proper stances, lowering center, live hand, push/pull - Footwork (circular and linear, use of footwork to apply leverage or escape)
Basic Techniques - Strikes (variety of open and closed hand) - Kicks (low targets) - Breakfalls - Basic Joint Locks - Basic Throws and Sweeps
Application - Wrist grabs (same side, cross side, 2 hands on 1, 2 hands on 2, front and rear attacks) - Garment grabs (various parts of the body, front and rear)
- Other situational defenses (Sitting, lying prone, hair grabs, headlocks, handshake defenses, chokes, rear attacks, etc.) - Some multiple attacker defenses
Defenses - Defenses against Strikes (variety of open and closed hand) - Defenses against Kicks - Defenses/escapes against Basic Joint Locks - Defenses/escapes against Basic Throws and Sweeps
Weapons Use - Basic elements of attack and defenses with knife, stick, cane, staff or improvised weapon
Weapons Defense (empty hand versus or weapon versus)
- Basic elements of defenses against knife, stick, cane, or staff - Improvised weapon using empty hand or weapon
Additional Modules that are Available - Use of the Cane and Short Stick - Stick Combatives - Knife Combatives - Ground Survival - Pressure Point Application - Combat Throwing - Police Defensive Tactics - Military Combatives
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