Iowa State University Hapkido Club - Learn About Hapkido

Basic Techniques

These moves are among the first that new members learn in class. Falling is taught first, as it is extremely important to prevent injury in class and to allow other moves to be practiced. Outside breaking balance usually comes next, and then more complicated techniques are taught.

Falling

• Back fall
• Side falls (left and right)
• Front fall
• Sommersaults
• Rolling falls (left and right)

Some White Belt Techniques

• Outside breaking balance
• Inside breaking balance
• Behind the knee
• Z-lock
• Arm bar
• The wave
• The helicopter
• Backspin
• Chokes
• Basic judo throws