Illinois Hapkido

01/31/2026

Rest in peace. There never seems to be enough time.

11/27/2023

When started this page several years ago, we had plans to teach Hapkido (Hapkiyoosul) as I learned it in Korea. Unfortunately, things don’t always work out. This page will shut down in a few days. Thanks for all that followed it. Peace and prosperity.

12/04/2022

2022 was a pretty good year. I wouldn’t mind repeating it. Hope Everyone else can say the same.

12/01/2018

The easiest way to defend is to be where the attack is not.

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10/31/2018

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05/17/2017

Some people don't understand the purpose of practicing techniques from a kneeling position. The point is if you can perform from this level, then standing becomes that much easier. All technique begins from the hip with proper breathing and posture.

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03/17/2017

Here are some Responses against various forms of attack. Bear in mind this is an 8th Dan demonstrating, but keep training and you will get there.
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12/06/2016

The Eighth teaching in Hapkiyoosool, entering throw. It looks easy, but there is a timing before redirecting that is only achieved by practice. Note principles at play; don't meet force with force, but flow like water with the attack. The circle principle is almost always used. https://instagram.com/p/BNr3IIRgqOZ/

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12/06/2016

Here is a picture of a corner drop or the sixth teaching in Hapkiyoosool (Hapkido). Note the position of the left hand. The thumb is pointing back towards the body. This makes for a stronger technique. https://instagram.com/p/BLMoYR4gWEs/

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11/18/2016

The more you practice, the easier it gets!
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11/08/2016

There are only a handful of Dojangs that teach this system; Grandmaster Chang (Korea), Grandmaster Roser (Plano, Texas), Master Conduit (Australia) and at Choson Martial Arts Academy (New Baden, IL)

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