Hwa Rang Do - "The Way of The Flowering Knight"

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Hwa Rang Do is an 1800 year old Korean Martial and Healing Arts system. Its theory is based on the Um-Yang principle which states that all things in nature possess equal opposites and the state of balance of these opposing forces creates harmony in one's life.

history_clip_image001.jpgDuring the ancient times in the kingdom of Shilla, an elite group of young males were selected from noble families and were taught literature, dance, poetry, horsemanship, philosophy, science, and the art of war. They were known as the "Hwa Rang" the Flowering Knights, and due to their physical and mental strengths, these Hwa Rang warriors lead their kingdom in the unification of the Korean peninsula for the first time.

This system has been passed down to modern times, and in 1960 Dr. Joo Bang Lee brought this system back to the public when he began teaching in Seoul, Korea.  During this turbulent time in Korean history – after 40 years of occupation and a brutal civil war- Dr. Lee had the most successful chain of martial arts schools in Korea and was pivotal in the resurgence of the Korean martial arts.  Since then, Hwa Rang Do has spread throughout the world, while keeping a firm hold on its tradition.

For more detailed information, you can visit the World Hwa Rang Do Association web site at www.hwarangdo.com.  The World Hwa Rang Do Association is the one and only governing organization of the martial and healing art of Hwa Rang Do.  On the WHRDA web site, you will find a detailed history of Hwa Rang Do, a detailed description of our philosophy and ethical foundations, a list of all current Masters and Instructors in our art and much more!

Our Leaders

Dojoo Nim  (Owner of the Way) Dr. Joo Bang Lee is the 58th generation title holder and the modern day founder of Hwa Rang Do.  He continues to lead Hwa Rang Do from the World Hwa Rang Do Association Headquarters in Downey California. 

 

 

 

Master Tae Joon Lee is a 7th Dan Black Sash and the Vice President of the World Hwa Rang Do Association.  Master Lee is also the head of the West Coast Hwa Rang Do Association Headquarters.

 

 

 

 

 

  

Master David Kijek  Master Kijek is the head of the Midwest Region for the World Hwa Rang Do Association. He is directly trained by the Founder of Hwa Rang Do, Supreme Grandmaster Dr. Joo Bang Lee. Mr. Kijek began his training in 1979 and began teaching in 1982. He is a member of ASLET (American Society of Law Enforcement Trainers). As a graduate of UW-Stout, he earned his Bachelors Degree in Business, and a graduate of Edgewood College where he received his MBA. In addition to teaching regular classes, Master Kijek conducts lectures, training seminars and demonstrations around the US and in Mexico.


 

Hwa Rang Do

Hwa Rang Do is the most comprehensive system of self-defense and combative techniques in the World. This system has been developed in accordance to the ancient principles of Um-Yang, which emphasizes balance in life and harmony with others and nature.  There are over 4,000 individual techniques in HRD covering both offensive and defensive applications allowing the accomplished practitioner to respond to any situation with an unlimited number of options.  Included in the curriculum are:

  • Hard/Linear Movements
  • Soft/Circular Movements
  • Foot & Hand Techniques
  • Joint Manipulation/ Joint Locks
  • Takedowns, Throws & Sweeps
  • Ground Fighting
  • Traditional & Modern Weaponry
  • Internal Energy Development
  • Meditation & Breathing Techniques
  • Healing Arts
  • Philosophy & Ethics
  • And More!

Learn more about the Hwa Rang Do program at our school here

Tae Soo Do

Tae Soo Do was developed as the prerequisite Undergraduate Program to the Graduate level Hwa Rang Do Program. Tae Soo Do is for both children and adults and focuses on the fundamentals, basic concepts, and mechanics underlying not only the physical realm of training, but develops a greater understanding of the philosophies inherent in the practice of a martial art.

Learn more about the Tae Soo Do program at our school here

 

 

  


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