Welcome to Kim’s Hapkido!
At Kim’s Hapkido, we teach Jang Mu Won Hapkido which was founded by Grandmaster Chong Sung Kim. Jang Mu Hapkido emphasizes timing and precision in the execution of techniques with great devotion to detail. Grandmaster has often stated that the difference between mediocre technique and outstanding, effective technique is paper thin. Jang Mu Won Hapkido teaches techniques that are readily applied by students in any situation.
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What Is Hapkido?
This unique style of martial arts was founded by Grandmaster Kim, and incorporates three principles into the physical and philosophical aspects of the art.
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Junior Hapki (Ages 4-5)
Our youth program focuses on improving basic motor and listening skills of preschool-age children, which will help as they enter school and society.
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Self Defense for Children (Ages 6-12)
Martial arts offer a safe and an exciting environment for children and will help shape their lives in a positive manner. Children learn the importance of self confidence, discipline and respect. We strive to teach our students to have a “never give up” attitude.
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Adults (Ages 13 & Up)
Our teen and adult classes are offered for students who wish to learn how to defend yourself from an attacker or for those who want a great workout.
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Kick Boxing For Women
The Women’s Self Defense Course is a 10 week course that emphasizes self defense techniques and striking techniques for women.
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Weapons Training
This class offers the opportunity to learn traditional Hapkido weaponry such as short stick (Dan Bong), middle stick (Joong Bong), long stick (Joong Jang Bong), knife, and traditional sword techniques.
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Grandmaster Kim
As the founder of Jang Mu Won Hapkido, Grandmaster Kim is known for his devotion to detail in his teaching, and his high rank of Tenth Degree Black Belt (Chong Jae Nim Founder) in Hapkido.
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Breathing & Meditation
Breathe deeply and learn the key to health, vitality and inner peace with Grandmaster Chong S. Kim’s Relaxation, Breathing and Meditation classes and videos.
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Instructor/Branch School Program
This is a very specific program oriented towards those who want to become professional level instructors of the highest quality. This program appeals to that elite corps of serious students seeking a wider and deeper knowledge of Hapkido in all of its facets.
Schedule
- February 20, 2023 Closed for Presidents Day
- February 25, 2023 @ 3PM Black Belt Test @Alhambra Studio
- March 04, 2023 3PM Black Belt Ceremony @Alhambra Studio
- May 29, 2023 Memorial Day (Closed)
- TBD will be our annual Hapkido family picnic day @ TBA (All Schools Closed)
- July 1-4, 2023 Independence Day (Closed)
- Summer Boot Camp Session 1: 17.Jul. – 21.Jul.2023 @ 9 AM – 3 PM (@Alhambra & So. Pas Studio)
- Summer Boot Camp Session 2: 24.Jul. – 28.Jul.2023 @ 9 AM – 3 PM (@Alhambra & So. Pas Studio)
- 12.Aug.2023 @ 3PM Black Belt Test @ Alhambra Studio (91th Black Belt Test)
- 19.Aug.2023 @ 3PM Black Belt Ceremony @ Alhambra Studio
- September 1 – 4, 2023 Labor Day(Closed)
- 14.Oct.2023 @ 9:30AM HKD Tournament @ Yucaipa
- October 31, 2023 Halloween(Closed)
- TBD 9:30AM HKD Seminar @ TBA
- November 23 – 25, 2023 Thanksgiving(Closed)
- December 23, 2023 – January 2nd, 2024 Christmas and New Years(Closed)
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Black Belt Test Preparation Class
TBD (For 2023 Coming Soon) -
*BLACK BELT PRE-TEST ON TBDMake sure to nicely ask your partner to practice with you. You don’t have to attend every class; however, try to show up as often as possible.
MESSAGE TO ALL JANG MU WON HAPKIDO STUDENTS
Each student, after receiving their color belt rank, will receive a certificate stating that he/she has attained the corresponding rank with their test date and with (MUST HAVE) a signature of MASTER KIM and their Head instructor’s signature at the bottom.
*Reminder: All student who is testing for black belt, upon turning in the black belt test application, you will / might be asked to submit your color belt Official Certificate with the black belt promotion application. If you cannot, than you might be ineligible to continue or take the black belt test.*