The USA Hapkido Union announced the launch of their new streetwear brand, “Hapkido Lifestyle 365” with the release of their first official t-shirt. The “I ONLY DO HAPKIDO 3 DAYS A WEEK. YESTERDAY, TODAY & TOMORROW” shirt. The shirt is available in Male and Female versions. This debut product is only $25 plus $12 shipping and handling in the continental United States. It is available in sizes small, medium, large, XL, and XXL. The ad features Instructor Ma, the USA Hapkido Union Language, Culture, and Character Development Teacher. The brand will be launching a new product every month. G ..read more

Ethics in the Martial Arts: Concepts and Practices by KJN Ronald W. Stone “The ethical man knows it is wrong to cheat, while the moral man would not cheat.” (Ducky on NCIS) `When one examines the negative issues surrounding the ethics of today’s martial arts, and one could include such things as: A) Misrepresent ion of one’s credentials and skills to gain admittance to an organization or to attract students B) Fraud, whether financial or though some sort of falsification C) Abusive behavior towards students, relatives, or other members of the martial arts community D) Illegal activity such as ..read more

How Students Can Represent and Grow Hapkido by KJN Richard Hackworth, PhD. Hapkido is a dynamic and versatile Korean martial art founded by Choi Young Sool in Korea that emphasizes self-defense, joint locks, throws, and strikes. It is a comprehensive art that encompasses both physical and mental development, fostering not only self-defense skills but also personal growth and a harmonious approach to life. As a hapkido student, you play a crucial role in representing and growing this art. Here’s how you can actively contribute to the positive representation and expansion of hapkido: Embody th ..read more

Why Hapkido Instructors Must Lead by Example by KJN Jae Jeannotte Hapkido is a Korean martial art that was founded by Choi Young Sool in Korea that emphasizes self-defense, joint locks, throws, and strikes. It is a dynamic and effective martial art that can be used for both self-defense and sport. However, hapkido is more than just a physical discipline; it is also a philosophy that emphasizes respect, harmony, and personal growth. The USA Hapkido Union encourages Hapkido instructors to play a crucial role in the development of their students. They are not only teachers of physical techniques ..read more

Identify and Deal with Your Shortcomings as a Martial Artist by Instructor Ma Self-improvement requires an initial self-assessment, and identification of those characteristics or shortcomings that you want to improve. Chapter one deals with learning to improve your self-confidence, and in this chapter, you need to learn to be modest, insightful, and self-critical. Mostly we know those aspects of our character that we would like to change, but modesty aside, it sometimes helps to get some feedback from someone else. So first, see what sort of list you come up with by thinking about what you be ..read more

Ten Martial Arts Similarities in Hapkido and Kickboxing by Nathan Lambright If we address martial arts, there are key things that are similar across the board. Especially when looking at martial arts from a self defense perspective. In this article we are addressing Hapkido and Kickboxing. Hapkido incorporates joint locks, joint manipulations, and some kicks and strikes while kickboxing is only striking. Since the individual techniques are different with these two arts what are the things that are the same and need to be used in both types? Let’s first address these similarities and then hopef ..read more

Plan for Success in Your Hapkido Career by KJN Jae Jeannotte With nearly fifty-years of Hapkido training I have learned that you must plan and follow a plan if you are going to be successful as a Hapkido Instructor. Thinking and acting in a positive manner is part of training yourself to feel and believe you are positive in your approach to things, and that you are going to be successful. However, it only works if you make it work! First, you do need to plan things. First, you need to plan out your long-term goals. Decide where you want to be, and then you need to decide on your strategy and ..read more

Seeking Enlightenment in Hapkido by KJN Ronald Stone Perhaps this article should have been entitled “Monkey See Monkey Do produces more Monkeys.” Regardless, the point is to convince martial arts educators that without a thorough understanding of the how, what, why and when of martial techniques instructors cannot fulfill their prime directive, which is to correctly educate their students. Teaching a self-defense technique without a historical understanding of what and why the technique truly is, and when it is meant to be applied represents not only substandard instruction but can also be a d ..read more

Hapkido Techniques Against Multiple Opponents by KJN Richard Hackworth When dealing with multiple opponents Hapkido students realize that the best defense is to run. But when cornered, and no escape seems possible, you need to focus on not getting surrounded. At the USA Hapkido Union schools around the country students learn that the odds are obviously against you when dealing with more than one attacker no matter what martial art you practice. It doesn’t take much for your attackers to get the upper hand. Hapkido teaches that when defending against more than one attacker you must realize tha ..read more

Four Reasons Why Women Should Attend the Hapkido Instructors Training Course by Instructor Ma Hapkido is a Korean martial art that emphasizes joint locks, throws, and pressure points. It is a versatile and effective form of self-defense that can be used by people of all sizes and strengths. Hapkido is also a great way to get in shape and improve your overall fitness. If you are a woman who is Black Belt in Hapkido and would like to earn a leadership position in your school, help others, and be a positive influence in your community I recommend that you attend the Hapkido Instructors Course. T ..read more