Hap - United - Concentrated
Ki - Way of internal strength/power
Do - Way - Achieve

Hapkido is the uniting of energy when force is blended/united with force, i.e. using power of aggressor with your power - and controlling the situation. This can be achieved not only on a physical plane but also on a mental plane.

Philosophy of Hapkido


To be Rightous - Rightousness
To be Courteous - Courtesy
To be Patient - Patience







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