1. Main Training Engaging the core is fundamental for added power in a variety of taekwondo kicks, from more basic round house kicks to more advanced back hook kicks. Note that for taekwondo, the reference to “core” extends not only to the ... Read More
Hong Ik Martial Arts HST-Hyunsa and SuSa Training Sunday June 16th, 2019 This month’s HST was held on June 16th in Tarrytown. Despite it also being Father’s Day, we had a surprisingly high turnout. Following a group warmup, Grand ... Read More
A short note in an effort to thank Master Yoo and the entire team at Hong Ik Martial Arts for continuing operations in a safe and organized manner. We are especially appreciative of your efforts in light of the fact that you have given our ... Read More
Taekwondo, as in most martial arts, when practiced properly is a non-aggressive ethical form of self-defense. With humble beginnings well over 1000 years ago, it has become renowned internationally as one of the more successful and more popular forms of martial arts. Those practicing taekwondo...
Understanding one’s inner self is a major part of participating in the practice of meditation. The benefits are numerous including lowering high blood pressure, decreasing stress related tension, improving the immune system and most importantly the strengthening of one’s energy, referred to as prana. The...
Hackley’s Character Education program on the theme of Courage WHERE: Walter C. Johnson Center for Health and Wellness at HACKLEY SCHOOL, 293 Benedict Avenue, Tarrytown, NY WHEN: FRIDAY, MARCH 16 FROM ... Read More
Sparring Class is an opportunity for students to engage in partner drills, learn sport specific exercises and fighting techniques. By participating in this class, students are able to use what they have learned in regular class and apply it in a ... Read More
1 Year Anniversary Friendship Week September 17th-21st, 2018 In celebration of one year of offering classes in Mahwah, Hong Ik Martial Arts of Mahwah hosted Friendship Week. During Friendship Week, students were allowed to bring a friend ... Read More
On September 14th 2019 all Hong Ik Martial Arts HyunSa presented a demonstration. The demo featured poomse, target kicking, one-step sparring, self-defense, and board breaking. Participating Hong Ik Martial Arts HyunSa were: Master Kwang Tae ... Read More