08/02/2020
Pil Seung!!!
"Choi Kwang Do (CKD), is a unique Martial Art System created by Grand Master Kwang Jo Choi.
Thus, the name CKD, derives from:
DO = Art
CHOI KWANG = The name of its founder
Then, CKD means "The Art of Choi Kwang".
It was launched as a private brand and registered in 1987.
CKD is not just another martial art. Utilizing scientific principles, it re-structures and re-designs everything that relates to the components of Martial Arts. It includes but is not limited to:
1. Postures
2. Blocks
3. Hand techniques
4. Kicking techniques
These changes have been designed for effective self-defense action but always according to human anatomy and its natural body movements.
The anatomical principles under which CKD is designed, have the proven intent of preventing internal joints and body injuries on the practitioner. According to public statistics, 85% of martial arts participants, suffer some kind of joint or body injury.
CKD fundamentals, utilize the principles of applied sciences such as; Anatomy, Biomechanics, Physiology, Neuro Physiology, Psychology amongst others. The application of natural movements result in an increased power and natural sequential movements. Medical and Educational Journals, report that CKD practitioners obtain optimal health, longevity.
Because CKD is based on Science, and Science is an ever evolving subject, Choi Kwang Do is constantly evolving its educational platform. Thus, Instructors knowledge is constantly updated, certified by HQs and evaluated to ensure they are kept abreast of modern technical and educational methodologies.
Choi Kwang Do Martial Art International Social Network (CKDMAI), is the official mean of information dissemination. It utilizes social networks and dedicated media to let the World learn about CKD benefits and how to properly identify official and licensed Instructors and Training Centers (Schools). This provides Peace of Mind for all CKD practitioners in knowing that both, Instructors and Schools, are approved active members of CKDMAI.
CKDMAI is a Registered Trademark with Headquarters in Kennesaw, Georgia, U.S.A. It has duly licensed Instructors in the U.S.A. and around the World. To ensure proper affiliation, always ask the School Owner to show you the official License and Certification.
We invite you to connect to our programming and social networks so you can learn first hand why Choi Kwang Do has become known as "The Supreme Exercise of the 21st Century".
Pil Seung!
