Kumdo – the 3rd Martial Art of Korea.
After nearly 2 years of Kumdo training, I have achieved my 3rd black belt in a Korean Martial Arts. Kumdo has allowed me to be a student again. Having an 8th Dan bo in Taekwondo and a 6 Dan bo in Hapkido, I now have a 1st Dan in Kumdo. Kumdo is different from any other martial art that I have learnt. There is a lot of skill in using the sword. The sword is a mystical and power weapon. Before the invention of the modern weapon, the sword was used for centuries. Through history, the sword has won many battles. Many countries have some form of sword fighting. After achieving my Instructors certificate, I am now approved to teach Kumdo on Wednesdays nights 7-8pm. Kumdo is ideal for adults and compliments other martial arts such as Taekwondo and Hapkido. I encourage black belts from other martial arts to try Kumdo. Kumdo involves more than just cutting. In kumdo, we do patterns, sparring, meditation and of course cutting.