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Hapkido is a traditional Korean Martial Art that is a complete system of self-defense, unique amongst traditional styles because it includes an equal balance of both offensive and defensive techniques. Hapkido incorporates a powerful arsenal of kicks, blocks and strikes similar to those in Karate or Taekwondo. Hapkido also incorporates a wide variety of dynamic self-defence techniques using locks, throws, pressure points and groundwork similar to those used in Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. Hapkido also includes principles & philosophies similar to those encountered in Aikido (of Japanese origin).

Hapkido employs the philosophy of controlling an opponent via superior knowledge and technique rather than the use of strength and force. Because of its wide range of techniques, such as utilizing pressure points, a skilled Hapkidoist is able to control an opponent with minimal effort. Therefore anyone young, old, male or female can practice this complete art of self-defence regardless of weight or strength.

However, should the situation demand it, a Hapkidoist, unlike practitioners of grappling-based arts, is alsotrained in a wide range of striking techniques. This makes Hapkido an ideal art for women or those involved in the police or security industries who wish to learn a traditional yet realistically effective martial art.