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...
On Sunday April 11th HIMA Tarrytown held its first Tai Chi-Qigong Workshop. Members from multipleΒ HIMA locations gathered in Tarrytown for a 90 minute session led by Grandmaster Yoo. It wasΒ wonderful to finally provide the opportunity for ... Read More
The trip we had taken in the woods was quite aninteresting one. At first before leaving, I had enjoyedgoing out in nature and not having it be a run. But when we got there I immediately felt as though I was connected with nature. The smell and ... Read More
Improving Lung and Heart Condition by Developing Breathing Muscles Assume proper push-up posture (palms under your shoulders, feet together, back straight) Begin with inhale, and slowly bend your elbows while expanding your chest and tilting your head backwards to further expand your chest breathing muscles
On May 21, 2022, Hong Ik Martial Arts hosted the first Self-Defense Workshop (Level 1) at the Tarrytown location. We had 35 candidates attend this special training, along with Jidojanim Yoo, Hyunsanim Master Vanover, Hyunsanim Master Oh, and ... Read More
HST (Hyunsa and Susa Training) December 19, 2021 On December 19, 2021, a group came to the Tarrytown location for HyunSa and Susa Training (HST). Since Covid protocols are still in place, we had a smaller group than usual, but all the ... Read More
How to become a HyunSa The level of HyunSa is awarded to those black belts who reach 4th degree black belt and graduate from the SUSA training program, achieving the highest (Chief) SUSA rank. The meaning of Hyun is benevolent or compassionate, ... Read More
The September 14th 2019 Bronxville Grand Opening Promotion Test was a big hit! Three grand Masters, all HyunSa and about a dozen SUSA/MUSA leaders joined in to energize the event. After a group warmup and traditional greeting to the Grand ... Read More
There are so many of benefits of qigong. Below is a list of some of the reasons why qigong (Martial Arts) is as effective as an exercise for our modern times.
As we began the hike up the mountain, I had envisioned it to be a leisurely walk through a forest. However, my expectations were soon crushed as we began to scale near vertical rocks and slopes. Struggling to keep up with the first group, I began ... Read More