Combat Hapkido

ICHF - International Combat Hapkido Federation
In 1999 the Combat Hapkido System was officially recognized and accredited as a legitimate "Kwan" of HapKiDo by the WKF/KKA (Kido-Hae). The Korean name of Combat Hapkido is "Chon-Tu Kwan HapKiDo".

Combat Hapkido is another form of self defense more utilized for close quarter fighting and grappling. The following is a brief description and the sub pages have all the information you need to learn about this great sport.

WHAT COMBAT HAPKIDO IS

• A new, modern style of Hapkido
• A totally scientific approach to Self Defense
• A realistic and effective discipline of personal protection
• A dynamic and flexible program of learning and teaching the science of Self Defense
• The result of over 35 years of Martial Arts study, research, application and synthesis
• Combat Hapkido can be easily integrated into any program because it complements and blends well with most Martial Arts.

WHAT MAKES COMBAT HAPKIDO DIFFERENT

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: Combat Hapkido is 100% Self Defense. There are no forms (Kata/Hyungs). All Combat Hapkido kicks are directed to the lower part of the body.

• Combat Hapkido does not teach "acrobatic" kicks.
• Combat Hapkido employs breakfalls and throws in a very limited manner.
• Combat Hapkido has no hard blocks or stances.
• Combat Hapkido does not teach "Traditional" weapons like joot-do (bamboo sword) or fan. We teach cane, belt and other Self Defense tools.
• Combat Hapkido teaches special firearms disarming techniques.
• Combat Hapkido contains a complete Ground Grappling program.
• Combat Hapkido, because it is flexible, dynamic and eclectic, continues to evolve.
• Combat Hapkido is not a sport and cannot be modified nor regulated to be one. There are no competitions, tournaments or championships.
• Breaking boards (or any other material) is not required nor desirable in Combat Hapkido.