Hapkido

I have signed up for Hapkido classes for the next few weeks before I leave for Korea. This isn't to say that I am scared, it is just for extra precaution and to put my Mom's mind at ease. I started last Thursday and signed up officially on Tuesday. Hapkido is a Korean martial art of practical self-defense.

Although I've only attended two classes so far I have had a lot of fun. I was able to work out while also learning some cool moves. On Tuesday I learned a side kick that made me feel BA. It was a kick you see in every martial arts movie. I was just introduced to it so I can barely do it but hopefully tonight I will be able to learn more.

Side Kick

Front Kick

I also learned some armbars and joint locks but I feel bad every time I use them on my partner. I'm always saying sorry and asking if he's okay. At this rate, I feel like I will probably end up apologizing to an attacker.