Here we’ll tell you a little bit about the classes that are offered at Three Rivers Martial Arts Academy and Fitness Center:

TaeKwon-Do

TRANSLATION

Tae: Means to jump, kick or smash with the foot.

Kwon:  Denotes a fist

Do: means Art, Way, or Method

Land of Origin: Korea

Information:  TaeKwon-Do is the technique of unarmed combat for self-defense involving the skilled application of punches, flying kicks, dodges, and interceptions with the hands, arms, and feet in order to effectuate the rapid destruction of an opponent.

Judo

LITERAL TRANSLATION OF JUDO – gentle way

 Land of origin: Japan

 Information: Judo was founded in 1882 by Professor Jigoro Kano. Judo utilizes the techniques of throwing, pinning, grappling, choking, and arm bars. Judo was introduced to the U.S. in 1902 and is an Olympic event.

Hapki-Do

TRANSLATION:

Hap: means to bring together

Ki: energy

Do: Art, Way, or Method

Land of Origin: Korea

Information: Joint manipulation. Hapki-Do is the art of bringing together energy. It is distinguished by three essential techniques: passivity  when opposing force, countering and attacking with circular movements, and absolute penetration of an opponent’s defenses the “wake” (water) principle. For example, if an attack is strong, one must receive it gently.

Likewise, if the attack is gentle, one must counter powerfully. This complementary manner of reacting establishes a perpetual liquid rhythm as well as constant mobility – the hallmark of Hapki-Do.