Mushin Hapkido

The new studio is spacious and clean, has a lot of room to train, and has a good environment conducive to learning and a physical workout. The instructors are all respectful, and eager to assist anyone at any skill level, age, or gender. Courtesy is the name of the game, as we are taught to punch, kick, and throw, but also to respect each other. We learn how to measure our techniques, so that we control what we’re doing. I truly believe hapkido helps with every other aspect of life, as we’re all surrounded by challenges. Hapkido teaches us to embrace the challenge, and that no matter how difficult something may be there’s always someone willing to help and listen.

A fantastic martial arts school with an elite selection of instructors. I earned my blackbelt at this school and surmounted a difficult goal and challenge with the support from fellow students and instructors. The martial arts education here goes beyond self defense and physical agility; You develop a way of thinking, developing strategies, and overcoming obstacles that will apply to every aspect of your life: work, home, family, and even something as simple as your daily commute to work. If you’re thinking about it, give it a try! What do you have to lose?

The new location is outstanding for this traditional, practical and complete martial art. The studio is clean, spacious, air conditioned, has two large rest rooms and a large locker room for changing. There are hanging and standing bags everywhere for all your kicking and punching workouts. The mat is perfect for falls and take downs. The instructor to student ratio most nights is, 1 to 2. You can immerse yourself in a traditional martial art that does not forget, and in fact embraces the notion that everyone has a different priority. The art encompasses the most dynamic punching and kicking, the most practical and effective blocking and evasive foot work, the best of standing joint locks and escapes, undiluted traditional throws and take downs, all in a cardio friendly, healthy, vigorous, fun work out for your body, as well as your mind. It’s not just a physical endeavor. It’s not just esoteric. The classes feed your mind, body and spirit. I feel a sense of purpose every night I attend class. I encourage everyone who wants to make their lives a lot, or even just a little, more goal directed, to come in and try a few classes. This is the one thing most people can say they do just for themselves and truly be proud of being selfish.

I have been a student of Mushin Hapkido, on and off for 5 years now. I have to say, one of the most comprehensive teachings in martial arts that one can experience. Their teachings are based in being at peace with yourself and your surroundings, yet being very aware and ready to defend yourself if needed. But mostly, they teach you to use your opponents energy against them and to your advantage. I don’t believe most other martial arts teach that. Due to old injuries from my youth, I haven’t been able to stay consistent, but have been able to move up in my belt levels in a timely manner. I look forward in continuing my practice of hapkido at Mushin Hapkido.