HAP KI DO

Hapkido (also spelled hap ki do or hapki-do) is a dynamic Korean martial art.


A historical link to Daitō-ryū Aiki-jūjutsu is generally acknowledged, though the exact nature of which is clouded by the historical animosity between the Korean and Japanese peoples and the confusion following the end of the Second World War.


Hapkido is a form of self-defense that employs joint locks, pressure points, throws, kicks, and other strikes. Hapkido practitioners train to counter the techniques of other martial arts as well as common "unskilled" attacks. There is also a range of traditional weapons including short stick, cane, rope, sword and staff which vary in emphasis depending on the particular tradition examined.


Although hapkido contains both long and close range fighting techniques, the
purpose of most engagements is to get near for a close strike, lock, or throw. Hapkido emphasizes circular motion, non-resisting movements, and control of the opponent.
Practitioners seek to gain advantage through footwork and body positioning to employ leverage, avoiding the use of strength against strength.


HAP means put together
KI means energy
Do means way



Principle: Circle, Flowing and Harmony



-By Wikipedia