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40% 30% 25% 20% 16% 0.5 stroke 0.5 stroke 0.5 stroke 0.75 stroke 0.75 stroke The following two-page sheet will provide In contemporary society, Hapkido is mostly Etiquette new students with important introductory practiced for self-defense, health, and spiritual Etiquette is the code of conduct and information concerning their Hapkido training. growth. Although it is often compared to procedure by which you conduct yourself Please read it in its entirety. If you have any Aikido, Taekwondo, Jujutsu, Judo, and Tai during martial arts training or when entering questions, please ask your instructor. Chi Chuan, it has a much broader range a training facility (called dojang in Korean). of techniques, suitable in a wider range of These traditional procedures are common What is Hapkido? situations. This has made it adaptable to a to many martial arts and have been passed Hapkido is a Korean martial art which wide range of body physiques, personalities, down through the centuries. Historically, emerged in the mid-twentieth century and and lifestyles. Hapkido is currently practiced many forms of etiquette arose for reasons quickly grew to become an international style. by a diverse range of men, women, and of safety as well as respect. For example, Its founders created the art by selectively children of all ages; working professionals; the custom of shaking hands with one hand fusing a wide range of existing martial gifted athletes; the physically impaired; those placed under the other, was done to show skills, with new innovations. As a result, simply seeking physical exercise; as well as that you had no intention of drawing a Hapkido possesses one of the most complex, military and law enforcement professionals. weapon. The hands were plainly visible and unique, and varied arsenals of self-defense Hapkido is practiced in over 100 countries and signaled your peaceful intentions. techniques to be found in any martial art. continues to expand rapidly worldwide. These skills encompass all major martial Bowing categories including: strikes, kicks, blocks, Uniform and Clothing Bowing, from either a standing or sitting avoiding movements, holds, joint locks, The jacket, belt, and pants worn during position, is a sign of gratitude and respect chokes, throws, breakfalls, tumbling, ground martial arts training is called a dobok (Korean). found throughout the martial arts world. fighting, weapons, meditation, and healing. The jacket and pants are white, and the belt is Westerners often misinterpret this as an color-coded according to the student’s rank. act of submission, or see it as part of some Like many Asian martial arts, Hapkido The uniform worn in Hapkido is commonly deviant totalitarian ideal. This is incorrect. emphasizes the unification of body, mind, referred to as a "grappling-style" uniform When you bow, it signifies not only respect and spirit; the perfection of human character; or a "Judo-style" uniform. All students are for your instructors or superiors, but respect social responsibility; and appropriate use required to wear an approved uniform during for yourself, the art, and “life” in general. It is of force. Unlike most martial arts, Hapkido training. The uniform must be entirely white. a symbol of your profound regard and caring utilizes more than 1100 core techniques, No patches, logos, names, lettering, patterns, for the rights and lives of others. This reflects which are intuitively modified or combined to or any other markings are permitted on the a basic attitude found throughout East Asian create thousands of variations. Self-defense exterior of the uniform. You may obtain an culture. For example, it is usually considered techniques are characterized by a constant approved uniform by either: renting one from extremely bad form to embarrass or humiliate flow of striking, blocking, holding, and the university; purchasing one from your someone, even if they deserve it. If this throwing techniques. Constant motion and instructor; or purchasing one from a martial happens, the offender is said to “lose face” fluid circular movements are designed to arts retailer. If you purchase a uniform from and must correct the matter through some blend with an opponent’s force. Tactics often an outside vendor, check with your instructor form of reparation and expression of humility alternate between highly aggressive and first, to verify the uniform is approved. toward the person offended. This form of defensive modes, with power being generated If you already own a uniform, check with behavior is quite foreign to many Westerners, through use of one’s entire body. Internal your instructor before wearing it to practice. for whom personal expression is sometimes energy development is fundamental to all No jewelry of any kind may be worn during placed before the feelings of others. training, leading to increased health and practice. If your vision requires corrective greater efficiency in self-defense techniques. lenses, we recommend soft contact lenses Bowing is normally done at the beginning or glasses specifically designed for sports. and ending of practice sessions, sparring, and Hapkido techniques are not only for self- Men should always wear appropriate groin drills. You should also bow at the entrance to defense. Meditation and healing techniques support. Women should wear bras designed our training hall when entering and leaving, or are used to develop emotional stability, peace specifically for active sports. Keep your when addressing an instructor. of mind, and confidence, while providing the uniform clean and wash it regularly. Wearing same health benefits found in other arts, such a dirty or smelly uniform is disrespectful to Informal Standing Bow as Tai Chi Chuan and Qi-Gong. Thus, Hapkido others and unsanitary. To perform a standing bow, place both heels is a highly practical self-defense art with together with toes angled outward. Place your strong spiritual underpinnings. open hands at your side, fingers together, shoulders pulled back. Bow from the waist. The command to bow in Korean is Kyo˘ng-nye. Addressing Instructors Rank System Resources and Textbooks An instructor is always addressed as sir In most Korean, Japanese, and Okinawan Hapkido is a very complex martial art. If you unless permission has been given to call him martial arts, level of skill (rank) is designated are a new student or taking up Hapkido for or her by name. In Korean, there are different by a colored belt worn around the waist. the first time, we recommend you obtain the forms of “sir,” depending upon the rank of the Colored-belt ranks below black belt are called following 128-page book, which provides person addressed. An instructor is addressed grades (ku˘p in Korean). The ten black-belt a concise overview of Hapkido's history, as sa-bo˘m-nim, a master as kwan-jang-nim. ranks are referred to as degrees or dans. philosophy, and techniques: Never interrupt while an instructor is Fourth-degree black belt or higher usually speaking, or another student is asking a refers to a master-level practitioner. Hapkido: An Introduction to question; give your full attention, remaining The ranks from lowest to highest are: the Art of Self-Defense. motionless. When an instructor finishes white, yellow, green, blue, red, and black. By Marc Tedeschi. speaking, it is customary to respond by Published by Weatherhill, 2001. saying sir, sa-bom-nim, or kwan-jang-nim to Ranks in Hapkido are awarded based on skills signify your understanding and enthusiasm. and the amount of time spent in training at If you are a serious student aspiring to one’s current rank. Promotion from one rank black-belt level, then you will need to obtain School Etiquette to another usually occurs through formal the following 1136-page book: Every school has its own rules of etiquette. testing, which assesses a candidate’s skills Some are very formal, others are quite according to specific rank requirements. Hapkido: Traditions, Philosophy, Technique. relaxed. This is not a reflection of quality, At the discretion of the instructor, ranks may By Marc Tedeschi. but of choice. To assure that you do not also be awarded based primarily on training Published by Weatherhill, 2000. cause any disrespect to your instructors, time. This is usually done for individuals fellow students, or our school in general, who exhibit extreme dedication but possess You can purchase these texts from any retail always observe the following guidelines: specific physical limitations which make it bookseller. For further information on these impossible for them to do certain techniques. books, visit: www.tedeschi-media.com • Always address an instructor as “sir” • Always bow when entering or leaving The Element of Risk Rank Manuals • Never wear shoes on the mat Martial arts can be a safe, rewarding, and Hapkido West also publishes a series of • Never wear unapproved uniforms physically beneficial practice. There is no rank manuals summarizing promotion • Never practice with a dirty uniform reason to suffer debilitating injuries to enjoy requirements and techniques associated • Never sit or lie down unless directed its benefits or acquire its skills. However, you with specific Hapkido color-belt and black- • Never spar unless directed must be comfortable accepting the element belt ranks. For further information, see your • Keep practicing until told to stop of risk associated with the style you practice. instructor or visit www.hapkidowest.org. • Never modify practice unless directed Your age, health, conditioning, and athleticism • Always clean the practice area if asked all influence the level of risk. Before training • Give instructors your full attention when and periodically thereafter, obtain a thorough they are speaking, remaining motionless medical examination. Be aware of limitations • Always show up for class on time and or existing physical conditions that may affect remain for the duration of training. training. Advise your instructor, and never do • If you must arrive late or leave early, anything in which you do not feel comfortable always notify your instructor ahead of time. or safe. Remember, you are the best judge of your own limits, and the one who must live with the physical results of your actions.

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