What is Hapkido (Hapkiyoosool)?
First, let’s break it down so it’s easier to understand “Hap” means Harmony. “Ki” means Body and mind coordination, “energy” as in physics. You will notice that we do not mix our religious beliefs with the martial (military) art. No one joins the military to become a priest or to find their “spiritual path”. It is a way of resolution through combat. “Do” means “Way”. A path to follow, a way of life, not a religion. “Yoo” means “soft” or “cirlcular” “Sool” means “technique”. Hapkido is the art in its entirety. The Physics, Geometry, Physiology, Psychology, and Philosophy (a way of thinking, not religion). Hapkiyoosool are the techniques. Specifically, the physical combat. “Many people would categorize Hapkido as a scientific martial art. Its every aspect is geared towards the single purpose of incapacitating an attacker in the most efficient and thorough manner possible. The techniques use physics, geometry, phychology, and physiology. The results of the techniques are evasion, immobilz
