The Hapkido program, proudly maintains its affiliation with the renowned Jungki Kwan Organization, situated in Daegu City, South Korea. Serving as the head of this esteemed organization is Grandmaster Hyun-Su Lim, the Founder and Headmaster of the Jungki Kwan.

Under the guidance of Grandmaster Lim, the Hapkido program has flourished, embodying the essence and spirit of this dynamic martial art. A significant distinction that sets our Hapkido program apart is its direct connection to the Jungki Kwan Organization, which was partly established with Grandmaster Choi Young-Sul—the founder of Hapkido. Grandmaster Choi and Grandmaster Lim wrote what is still the curriculum being taught in the Jungki Kwan Organization.

Grandmaster Choi's deep understanding and extensive knowledge of martial arts, particularly his expertise in Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu, played a pivotal role in the development of Hapkido. Having studied Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu under the tutelage of Takeda Sōkaku, the acknowledged progenitor of what we know today as Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu, Grandmaster Choi's influence has had an enduring impact on the evolution of Hapkido.

Within our program, practitioners have the opportunity to delve into the intricate techniques, principles of joint locks, throws, strikes, and vital pressure point manipulation that are emblematic of Hapkido.

Moreover, our affiliation with the Jungki Kwan Organization ensures that practitioners of the Hapkido program benefit from the rich heritage and expertise perpetuated by this esteemed institution. The shared values of discipline, respect, and perpetual self-improvement bind us to a collective quest for mastery and personal growth. We invite all martial arts enthusiasts to join our class and embark on a transformative journey, embracing the authentic techniques and philosophies that define Hapkido. Through rigorous training, practitioners discover the power within themselves while cultivating a greater sense of harmony and balance in their lives.

We recommend for Hapkido students cross-train in the Seiyo-Ryu Aikibujutsu program. The shared commonality between these two disciplines creates a unique opportunity for practitioners to enhance their skills and deepen their understanding of martial arts.

Hapkido, with its emphasis on joint locks, throws, strikes, and kicks, offers an effective self-defense system that focuses on redirecting an opponent's energy. Similarly, Aikibujutsu emphasizes blending and redirecting an attacker's force, utilizing joint locks, throws, and pressure points to neutralize threats. This fundamental similarity between the two programs lays the foundation for a fluid transition between the techniques.

By incorporating Aikibujutsu into your Hapkido training, you will gain numerous benefits. Firstly, Aikibujutsu teaches practitioners to utilize an opponent's energy and movements to their advantage, promoting efficiency and minimizing the use of brute force. This concept of working with an attacker's energy aligns harmoniously with Hapkido's principles and enables practitioners to react swiftly and effectively in real-life situations.

Additionally, Aikibujutsu enhances practitioners' body awareness, balance, and timing, allowing for precise execution of techniques. These qualities are essential in Hapkido as well, where precision can be the difference between success and failure in a self-defense scenario. By training in Aikibujutsu, you will refine your technique, improve your ability to control an opponent's balance, and ultimately increase the effectiveness of your Hapkido practice.

Furthermore, Aikibujutsu's training methods, such as randori (free-style sparring), provide valuable opportunities to test and develop your skills in a dynamic environment. By experiencing different training modalities, you will enhance your adaptability and cultivate a heightened level of awareness in various combat situations. This versatility will greatly benefit you in Hapkido, where adaptability and quick thinking are critical components of successful self-defense.

While Hapkido offers a robust self-defense system on its own, the combination of Hapkido with our Aikibujutsu program will undoubtedly enrich your martial arts journey. The commonality between the two disciplines establishes a solid foundation to explore and expand your skill set. By integrating Aikibujutsu into your Hapkido training, you will experience improved adaptability, enhanced technique, refined timing, and a deeper understanding of the universal principles in martial arts. Join us and embark on a transformative martial arts journey that combines the best of Hapkido and Aikibujutsu.