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In 1990
Grandmaster Pellegrini officially named his style of Hapkido
"Combat Hapkido". The name clearly identifies it and sets it
apart from other "traditional" styles of Hapkido. It is also
referred to as the "Science of Self Defense". In 1999 the
Combat Hapkido System was officially recognized and
accredited as a legitimate "Kwan" of HapKiDo by the World
Kido Federation (Grandmaster In Sun Seo). The Korean name of Combat Hapkido is "Chon-Tu
Kwan HapKiDo"
Combat
Hapkido is an extremely realistic and versatile discipline
of self protection that includes an extensive variety of
strikes, kicks, joint locks, pressure points, grappling and
disarming techniques. The result is a practical,
comprehensive Self Defense system that is enjoyable to learn
and that produces effective results in realistic situations.
Combat Hapkido’s dynamic concepts are based on scientific
principles of anatomy and bio-kinetics as well as psychology
and strategy. It is well suited for men and women of all
sizes because physical strength and athletic abilities are
not essential. The emphasis is on redirecting the
assailants’ aggression and power back toward them with
little effort and minimum force on your part.
Founding this system did not involve "inventing" the
techniques. It was a matter of selecting the most realistic,
effective and practical ones, modifying others and then
combining and arranging these techniques in a structured
system of instruction designed for individuals of all
physical abilities living in a modern society.
The
essence of Combat Hapkido is pure Self Defense. It is the
synthesis of dynamic concepts, scientific principles,
realistic applications and plain common sense.
Combat Hapkido is the result of over 3 decades of study,
research and development. This comprehensive system is now
taught in hundreds of schools in the US and in over a dozen foreign
Countries.
Combat Hapkido is for sincere and open minded students who are serious about wanting to grow and evolve
to a new level of understanding and ability.
Combat Hapkido is ideal for those individuals (for example,
many women, busy professionals and law enforcement officers)
who do not have the time, desire or ability to commit
themselves to the demanding study of a traditional Martial
Art.
WHAT
COMBAT HAPKIDO IS NOT:
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A
new Martial Art
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Traditional Hapkido with a different name
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A
"Free-Style" type of Martial Art
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A
Martial Sport
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An
amateurish mix of random techniques from different
Martial Arts
WHAT COMBAT HAPKIDO IS:
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A
new, modern style of Hapkido
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A
totally scientific approach to Self Defense
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A
realistic and effective discipline of personal
protection
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A
dynamic and flexible program of learning and teaching
the science of Self Defense
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The
result of over 35 years of Martial Arts study, research,
application and synthesis
THE
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN OTHER HAPKIDO...
...
AND COMBAT HAPKIDO
Combat Hapkido is a new, modern style of Hapkido developed
by Grandmaster John Pellegrini. Combat Hapkido differs from
other Hapkido styles philosophically as well as technically.
Following are a few examples:
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Combat Hapkido is 100% Self Defense. There are no forms
(Kata/Hyungs).
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All
Combat Hapkido kicks are directed to the lower part of
the body.
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Combat Hapkido does not teach "acrobatic" kicks.
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Combat Hapkido employs break-falls and throws in a very
limited manner.
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Combat Hapkido has no hard blocks or stances.
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Combat Hapkido does not teach "Traditional" weapons like
sword. We teach the use of the cane, belt and
other Self Defense tools.
· Combat
Hapkido teaches special firearms disarming techniques.
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Combat Hapkido contains a complete Ground Survival
program.
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Combat Hapkido, because it is flexible, dynamic and
eclectic, continues to evolve.
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Combat Hapkido is not a sport. There are no competitions,
tournaments or championships.
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