TRAINING
Haedong Kumdo practitioners use training swords (wood and aluminum) as well as real live bladed swords that weigh approximately 1-1.2 kg.
Sword techniques are not only one of the most important skills in combat, but they also improve physical strength, endurance, posture and offer great relief from stress.
Training is not just for young people. People of all ages can benefit from Haedong Kumdo training. Men and women train equally and you don't need to be fit or have any previous martial arts experience to get started.
It is a complete system that includes, shapes, sparring, drills, cutting with wooden swords and living blades, and training with two swords.
Haedong Kumdo is based on concentration, technique and angles. By training with the sword, a person develops discipline, reduces stress and increases mind control. Haedong Kumdo is made of real sword cutting and stabbing techniques, as well as competition, abdominal breathing and meditation formats.
Thus, the practitioner learns practical self-defense techniques, which can also be done empty-handed, thus increasing confidence and self-esteem.