Anyone Can Do Hapkido

Hapkido is an effective martial art. As a form of training for fitness, health and self-defense, it is suitable for men, women and children of all ages and fitness levels.

Our syllabus is taught from Basics through to Advanced. Beginners are taught properly from scratch and start to develop confidence from the first class.

Safety is our first priority. Students are guided progressively through our comprehensive program, which includes appropriate warm up exercises and stretches. Class sizes are small and students are given personalised attention. Classes involve both group, partnered and individual exercises.

Classes are taught in the traditional manner with strict adherence to discipline and martial art etiquette. Students are guided in a way that emphasises positive thinking and respectful attitudes towards others.

Hapkido is a complete and effective martial art that originated in Korea . It has ancient roots but continues to be developed by present day masters to be relevant and responsive to the modern world.

Hapkido has developed as a unique Korean martial art with various influences according to the history and geography of the Korean Peninsula. Compared to other martial arts it occupies the middle ground between soft styles such as Aikido, Judo, Jiu Jutsu and hard styles such as Karate, Taekwondo, and some styles of Kung fu.

Including defensive and offensive techniques, Hapkido training develops skills and confidence to deal with any situation. Additionally at senior levels students have the opportunity to study traditional weapons such as the cane, fan, staff and sword.

We are affiliated with the Hapkido International Association (HIA), led by Grandmaster Bermas (Jong Hyuk) Kim (9th Degree) and the Korean based Moomookwan Hapkido Association, one of the oldest Hapkido schools in the world. There are branches nationally as well as branches in South Korea. Please click on the 'branches' links to visit the HIA site and find out about other locations.

Our Branch Instructor, Mr Craig Cairney, has studied Korean martial arts for the past 29 years. He brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and an enthusiasm for the art that he teaches.