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The literal translation of Hapkido is harmony (hap), energy (ki), art (do). Hapkido is considered to be the art of harmonizing or coordinating energy.
Hapkido History
Hapkido originated with a group of Korean nationals in the post Japanese colonial period of Korea. Choi Yong Sul is considered to be the founder of the art along with his most notorious students; Suh Bok Sub, the first student of the art; Ji Han Jae, the biggest promoter of the art; Kim Moo Hong, known for his innovation of the art; Myung Jae Nam, who is known for founding Hankido and others.
Hapkido Techniques
Hapkido has a wide range of methods for striking, throwing techniques (pure and joint manipulating throws), standing joint locks and pinning techniques. Ground fighting tactics are also included in some styles although they are limited since standing, half standing or kneeling are favored in controlling a downed opponent. Kicks or hand strikes are most commonly used to make connection with an opponent. Also commonly used are wrist and arm grabs while applying a joint twisting throw or administering pressure to a downed opponents elbow with the knee and delivering a final strike while in this position. Hapkido also uses Korean pressure points called ‘hyul’ which are the same pressure points used in Asian medicine and acupuncture. The pressure points are used prior to a throw or joint manipulation in order to create pain and disturb the balance of the opponent.
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