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2025 Bulgarian Haedong Kumdo Workshop

05/20/2025 By admin Leave a Comment

2025 Bulgarian Haedong Kumdo Workshop

2025 Bulgarian Haedong Kumdo Workshop

August 22–24 | Sofia, BULGARIA

 

Challenge. Train. Grow.

 

Join Grandmaster Kim Jeong Seong (9th Dan) — President and Founder of the United World Haedong Kumdo Federation — for an unforgettable 3-day workshop featuring:

 

• Higher Dan Testing

• Intensive Sword Training (5 Sessions)

• International Exchange & Brotherhood

 

Be Part of It!

Register now to claim your Early Bird Discount (until July 15): €110

Regular Fee (until August 15): €130

 

Location:

Central Hall of the Bulgarian Aikido Federation

2 “Sveti Pimen Zografski” Str., Sofia

 

For Booking & Accommodation:

Victor Baytchev – UWHKF Representative for Bulgaria

vbaytchev@gmail.com

 

Full information to join will be posted soon. Stay tuned!

Come experience the spirit and power of Jinyoung Ssangkum Ryu Haedong Kumdo!

 

 

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Unlocking Potential: The Evolution of Haedong Kumdo in the USA 영문및 국문 번역

05/04/2024 By admin Leave a Comment

Unlocking Potential: The Evolution of Haedong Kumdo in the USA

You can assess your level and degree in Haedong Kumdo at the 2024 USA Seminar with GM Kim, Jeong Seong from April 5 to 7, organized by Robert Frankovich, a representative of the USA HK Association in MN, USA.

Anyone can join the training regardless of affiliation with any sword association or federation.

To register, click here!

https://fb.me/e/1vx9bbyjm

USA Haedong Kumdo Annual Seminar www.facebook.com

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“Bridging Beyond Technique: Exploring the Essence of Modern Martial Arts,” and “Unlocking Potential: The Evolution of Haedong Kumdo in the USA.”

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Many Korean Taekwondo and Hapkido martial arts masters immigrated to the United States three to four decades ago, imparting numerous techniques that surpassed physical limitations.

While others focused on transmitting skills, I chose to publish two English-language textbooks: “Think out of the box through Haedong Kumdo Training” and “Searching for the forgotten half in martial arts.”

These works precisely articulate the direction and ultimate goal of modern martial arts in the 21st century, emphasizing how to train both the body and the mind and how to apply these skills in daily life.

They also clarify what constitutes proper training after mastering the techniques. More details are elaborated in the two books.

In essence, martial arts emphasize three components: skills, philosophy, and healing. Omitting any one of these aspects precludes achieving the ultimate goal of martial arts for modern individuals.

Understanding why our ancestors referred to martial arts as “Muye” sheds light on why the training system of Jin Young Ssangkum Ryu is praised as top-notch or top-elite

No matter how proficient one is in cutting, kumbups(forms), or Keyukkum(sparring), Kummu(sword dance), etc. in Haedong Kumdo, it encompasses only a small part of the whole.

Especially, Jin Young Ssangkum Ryu Haedong Kumdo has upgraded the existing Haedong Kumdo by adding training in healing and philosophy, essential elements that were missing.

By prioritizing the acquisition of “Energy Flow,”: Self-Acquirement, these practices enrich lifelong training and lead to a more abundant and fulfilled life.

Jin Young Ssangkum Ryu teaches the fundamental principles and essence according to the laws of nature and truth. Through this, I aim to convey these truths at the upcoming seminar in the United States from April 5 to 7, 2024.

Occasionally, on social media, we come across individuals who still exhibit exclusive and dismissive attitudes towards training from other associations within the Haedong Kumdo community. However, regardless of affiliation, anyone can participate in the 2024 USA Seminar hosted by Jinyoung Ssangkum Ryu Haedong Kumdo.

If your training has been lacking, it’s an opportunity to discuss how to address those deficiencies, or if you excel in certain aspects like cutting or kumbups(forms), what the next steps should be, and ultimately, what the ultimate goal of martial arts is.

This seminar would provide a platform for dialogue, questions, and answers.

Haedong Kumdo has been spreading in the United States for over 20 years now. Many Haedong Kumdo instructors are interested and hopeful to have an opportunity to assess the level and quality of their respective training.

If you have any questions or concerns about what I have mentioned in various articles on SNS regarding Haedong Kumdo training, feel free to contact me directly if there are any shortcomings or inaccuracies.

Especially if you have inquiries about techniques or training systems, I am confident I can provide further assistance.

March 18, 2024

JS Kim

In Korean 한국어 번역

 

수많은 한국의 태권도, 합기도 원로 무술 사범들이 삼 사 십년 전 미국으로 건너가 육체적 한계를 뛰어넘는 많은 기술들을 전수해주었다.

본인은 “Think out of the box through Haedong Kumdo Training”와 “Searching for the forgotten half in martial arts” 라는 두 권의 영문판 교본을 출간하면서, 21세기 현대 무술의 가야 할 방향과 무술의 궁극적 목표를 정확히 제시하면서, 무술 수련에서 몸과 수련을 어떻게 하는 것인지, 그것을 익힌 후, 실생활에 어떻게 사용할 수 있는 것인지, 또한 어떻게 하는 것이 올바른 수련인지를 확연히 나타내고 있다. 자세한 내용은 위 두 권의 책을 읽어보면 잘 설명되어 있다.

간추려 이야기 해본다면,

무술은 술기(skills)와 철학(philosophy)과 치유(hwmealing)라는 세 가지 항목 중 어느 한 가지라도 빠지면 21세기 현대인을 위한 무술의 궁극적 목표에 결코 도달할 수 없다는 것을 강조하고 싶다.

우리 선조들이 martial arts를 왜, 무예라고 칭했는지 알수있다면 진영쌍검류의 수련시스템을 왜 top-notch 혹은 Top-Elite 라고 말하는지 이해할 수 있게된다.

해동검도에서 베기나 검법이나 격검을 아무리 잘 한다고 해도 그것은 작은 한 부분에 지나지않는다.

특히 진영쌍검류 해동검도는, 무술에서 반드시 익혀야 할 세 가지 중, 기존의 해동검도에서 빠진 부분인 힐링과 철학 부분, 즉 마음을 다스리는 수련을 첨가하여 기존의 해동검도를 업그래이드 시키면서, 좀 더 완벽한 무예 시스템을 갖추었다.

힐링과 철학을 위한 수련은 반드시 가장 우선적으로 “Energy Flow의 체득”이 관건이 되며, 그것이 각자의 평생 수련과 여유롭고 풍요로운 삶을 만들어가게 된다.

그러한 사실들을 진영쌍검류에서는 가장 기본이 되는 핵심과 본질을 가지고 자연의 이치와 법, 진리에 따라 가르치고 있다는 사실을 이번 미국 세미나를 통해 전하고자 한다.

해동검도 수련에서 아직까지도 타 협회의 수련에 대해 배타적이고 냉소적이기까지 한 사람들을 sns를 통해 가끔씩 보게 된다. Jinyoung Ssangkum Ryu Haedong Kumdo는 협회와는 무관하게 누구라도 4월에 개최될 2024 USA Seminar에 참가할 수가 있다.

당신의 수련이 부족했다면, 얼마나 부족했는지, 혹은 베기나 검법을 잘했다면, 그 다음에는 무엇을 해야하며, 마지막 궁극적 목표는 무엇인지, 기타 등등 함께 이야기하고, 질문과 해답을 할수 있는 자리가 곧 마련된다.

미국에 해동검도가 보급된 지는

약 20여년이 훌쩍 넘었다. 미국의 많은 해동검도 지도자들이 관심을 가지고, 여태까지 각자의 수련의 수준과 정도를 살펴볼 수있는 기회를 가질 수 있길 기대해 본다.

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JSKR -Haedong Kumdo Dan-Level Cutting Test Regulations

08/14/2023 By admin Leave a Comment

JSKR -Haedong Kumdo Dan-Level Cutting Test Regulations

Haedong Kumdo Dan-Level Cutting Test Regulations

The following regulations outline the official cutting test criteria for Dan-level black belt evaluations in Jinyoung Ssangkum Ryu Haedong Kumdo. These standards apply according to the level of Dan being tested and are designed to evaluate the practitioner’s skill, control, precision, and ability to apply sword technique using either one sword (Ssangsukum) or two swords (Ssangkum).

 

■ 2nd Dan Cutting Test

Weapon: One sword (Ssangsukum)

Target: One Bamboo Target Stance.

Cutting Requirement: Two cuts total.

Type of Cuts: Must include both left and right diagonal cuts.

Can be upward or downward.

 

 

 

■ 3rd Dan Cutting Test

Weapon: One sword (Ssangsukum).

Target: Two Bamboo Target Stances.

Cutting Requirement: Minimum of five cuts.

Type of Cuts: Must include both left and right cuts.

At least one upward cut is required.

 

 

 

■ 4th Dan Cutting Test

Weapon: Double swords (Ssangkum).

Target: Three or more Bamboo Target Stances.

Cutting Requirement: Minimum of eight cuts.

Type of Cuts:

Must include left and right cuts, upward and downward cuts.

 

 

 

 

■ 5th Dan Cutting Test

Weapon: Double swords (Ssangkum).

Target: Four or more Bamboo Target Stances.

Cutting Requirement: Minimum of ten cuts.

Type of Cuts:

Must include left and right cuts, upward and downward cuts.

 

 

 

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The ins and outs of 2023 Dutch Workshop through Videos.

05/11/2023 By admin Leave a Comment

The ins and outs of 2023 Dutch Workshop through Videos.

https://cafe.daum.net/uwhkf/DvEa/646?svc=cafeapi

I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt congratulations and sincere gratitude to each and every one of you, especially Victor from Bulgaria, Robert Frankovich from USA, Li Schlüter from Germany, Ben De Busser from Belgium, who contributed to the tremendous success of the 2023 Netherlands Jinyoung Ssangkum Ryu Haedong Kumdo workshop, which was organized by Frank, Dominic & Kelly, Carla with all black belts and HK group.

Your tireless efforts, unwavering dedication, and renewed commitment to excellence are truly inspiring and have undoubtedly left a lasting impact on everyone involved.As you reflect on the many accomplishments of this event, I encourage you to continue to strive for greatness in all that you do.

Remember that your hard work and dedication have not only led to the success of this event but have also served as a shining example of what can be achieved through teamwork and perseverance.

Looking ahead, I hope you will consider joining us for the upcoming events in Bulgaria in August and Germany in October. Your passion for Haedong Kumdo and commitment to excellence are invaluable assets to our community, and we would be honored to have you join us as we continue to push the boundaries and advance our JSKR-HK.

Once again, congratulations on a job well done, and best wishes for continued success and growth in all your future endeavors!

DONKI BEL!!
JS Kim

 

Dutch Event 2023 – Day 1 – #amsterdam #haedongkumdo #martialarts

Dutch Event 2023 – Day 2 – #amsterdam #haedongkumdo #martialarts

Dutch Event 2023 – Day 3 part 1 – #amsterdam #haedongkumdo #martialarts

Dutch Event 2023 – Day 3 part 2 – #vipassana #acupuncture #healing

Dutch Event 2023 – Day 4 part 1 – Rise to the Challenge: Haedong Kumdo Sparring Tournament!

Exploring Pampus Island: A Journey Back in Time | Dutch Event 2023 | Day 4 part 2

Discovering Deventer: A Shopper’s Paradise and Martial Arts Adventure – Dutch Event 2023 – Day 5

 

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1st Scandinabian Haedong Kumdo Champ

02/02/2012 By admin Leave a Comment

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1st Haedong Kumdo Scandinavian Open Championship

http://cafe.daum.net/uwhkf/DvEa/45

Hello,

I would like to invite and you to participate at the 1st

Scandinavian HK Champ which will be held at T??l?

Sports hall on 18 to 19 September 2010 in Helsinki , Finland.

Welcome to

Haedong Kumdo Scandinavian

Open Championships!! Schedule: ■ Saturday 18.Sep 10.00 – 20.00 Championships ■ Sunday 19.Sep 10.00 – 16.00

▶ Dan graduations ▶ Championships finals ▶ 1st Spiritual Growth Seminar   through Haedong Kumdo

(Introduction & a brief description for the next seminar for 1   hour)

Categories: ■ Forms

▶ Ssang Su kumbup – one sword forms   for color belts ▶ Ssang kum kumbup – two swords   forms ▶ Simsang and Yedo kumbup – for 1   gup – 2 dan ▶ Bongkuk kumbup – for 2+ dan
■ Free sparring with sponge swords   (100 cm) ■ Demonstrations – 1-2 mins, 2-5   persons ■ Cutting straw mats and paper ■ Price per person 55? including   all categories

More information

Finish HK Association

contact :
johannes.hentunen@gmail.com
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phone : +358 44 5251196

United World HK Federation

www,haedong-kumdo.org

★★ The video clip of Haedong Kumdo Seminar in Denmark

http://cafe.daum.net/uwhkf/DvEa/451

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Haedong Kumdo Performance on 21st Sep. 2008

02/02/2012 By admin Leave a Comment

Haedong Kumdo Performance on 21st Sep. 2008

This Performance Was Organized As Part Of The Promotion Of The 2009 World Haedong Kumdo Championships 25th & 26th Of July 2009, Busan, Korea.

http://blog.daum.net/haedongkumdo/18173074

Recorded Live On The 21st Of September 2008 At The Eulsukdo Cultural Centre, Busan, Korea.

The 2008 Haedong Kumdo Performance DVD is Two Hours Of Action Packed Displays Of The Art Of The Korean Sword.

See The Very Best Performers From Around The World Including Martin, Lorraine, John, Russell, Michael, And Martina From Team Ireland, Johanness And Henri From Team Finland And Indica From Sri Lanka Performing Along With Members Of The Top Dojangs In Korea.

Demonstrations Include Kumbup, Creative Kumbup, Paper, Timber And Bamboo Cutting, Fighting Demonstrations And A special Two Sword Paper Cutting And Fighting Demonstration By Chong Jae Nim Kim, Jeong Seong.

This Performance Was Organized As Part Of The Promotion Of The 2009 World Haedong Kumdo Championships 25th & 26th Of July 2009, Busan, Korea

Event Organized And Promoted By The United World Haedong Kumdo Federation.

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Haedong Kumdo Festival in Brazil on 26th Oct. 2008

02/02/2012 By admin Leave a Comment

Brazil Haedong Kumdo Festival will be held by Brazil HK Association hosted & planed by HK President Master Giovani

We expect many participants from other countries will be attend at this remarkable, unique, and special event.
The schedule for Brasil HK Federation Events Organized by Brasil Haedong Kumdo Federation as follows;
24th Oct.
Black belt test and Official Meeting with Dinner
25th Oct.
morning – Haedong Kumdo seminar for all black belts afternoon open seminar for trainning.
26th Oct
1th international Haedong Kumdo Festival.
Anyone who would like to come and participate in this events in Brazil, fell free to contact with the Brazil Haedong Kumdo Association or World Haedong Kumdo Federation as be mentioned at the below contacts.
We can expect many people from other countries will participate and have a good time together in the martial arts into the Brazilian Traditional Culture with Haedong Kumdo Family.
Hope many people will come and join !! See you in Brazil !!!

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The translation in English for the above Poster;

1st International Haedong Kumdo Festival MARCO AUR�LIO GEIMBA MAIA CUPCelebrating the two years of the Brazilian Haedong Kumdo Federation

Directly from Korea, the presence of GM Kim Jeong-Seong
A three days event in the beautiful city of Florian�polis!
In October 24th, 25th and 26th of 2008
Come and join us in this great party!!!

Agenda:

October 24th
The 2nd national instructors examination of Haedong Kumdo and opening dinner.
October 25th
Haedong Kumdo seminar for instructors only (morning)
Open seminar – for Haedong colored belts and public (late afternoon)
October 26th
1st International Haedong Kumdo Festival

Haedong state by state demonstrations (SP, RS, SC, PR, CE)

  • Bamboo Cutting
  • Staged fight
  • Haedong Kummu (sword dancing).
  • Forms
  • Paper cutting

Information @:

www.haedongbrasil.org

www.haedong2001.com
Our e-mail
contato@haedongbrasil.org
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Or by phone
55 51 3392-3040
We’re looking forward to meet you!

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Sweden HK Opening Ceremony & International HK Seminars

02/02/2012 By admin Leave a Comment

Hello, everybody.

So glad to announce that Sweden Haedong Kumdo Federation at last will have a big Opening Ceremony and HK seminars at Stockholom. in Sweden which will be held on 3rd and 4th May 2008 ever since USA Haedong Kumdo Federation showed the Opening Ceremony and HK seinars in USA last month.

If there is anyone who want to participate in this events and show HK demonstration at that time, pls feel free to tell us as soon as possible.

In the present, 3 people from Finland will have HK demo such as Bamboo & Newspaper Cutting and so on, 6 people from Ireland have Free style creative sparring with two swords and group forms etc..
many people from other countries not only EU Countries but also other countries all over the world as below..

I expect many people in HK Family and other kinds of martial arts people as well will be there at that time for sure in order to show HK Demo as well as participate in HK seminars.

At this time, we are also going to have an important conference for next European HK Championships which will probbly be held around April or May of 2009 just before 2009 World Haedong Kumdo Championship in Korea on 24th(Fri)25th(Sat) 26th(Sun) July 2009 and the organization of European HK Union and so on Finally,

We do hope many people in HK ,especially HK Rep of each country in EU will be there and enjoy to train together, we can also expect to have some invisible competition between ourselves.
Looking forward to hearing the reply to the participation of Swedish HK events soon.

Participants for Swden HK Opening Ceremony &International HK Seminars are as follow so far;

  • GM Mark with his team from UK
  • Master Lee from Netherlands – pending
  • Master Balkan from Germany
  • GM Frank from Germany
  • Master Martin/Harry /Steave with 5 people ,Demo Team from Ireland
  • Master Mika and Master Johness and GS Henri from Finland
  • Master Hossain with his team from Iran
  • GM Gier from Norway – pending now
  • HK Rep Eddie combaya from Uganda
  • HK Rep Muhammad from Khana
  • Instructor Sanjay team from India

now still some more people from other EU Country is considering…..
The below sites will be shown some photos and Swedish HK Organization etc.

http://blog.daum.net/haedongkumdo/16315023

http://blog.daum.net/haedongkumdo/16302420

http://blog.daum.net/haedongkumdo/15649109

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The Organization of Swedish Haedong Kumdo Federation ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

President: Pierre Sundin
Honorary President: Ronny Andersson
Vice President: Magnus Br?nstr?
Tresary: Mats Sundin
Secratary General: Aprilyn Jernberg Sundin
Tecnical Adviser: Sebastian Andersson
Webmaster/Public Relation: Mattias Won Corswant
Association Intructors: Andreas Kindgren, Johannes Bastsch, Daniel Jansson, Robin Pettersson, Andreas Watkinson.

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Multi – Bamboo Cutting (대나무다량베기)

Dutch Event 2023 – Day 2 – #amsterdam #haedongkumdo #martialarts

A introductory video for a new publication, “Searching for the Forgotten Half in Martial Arts”.

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