Sparring Workshop – September 2026 | Hong Ik Martial Arts
Hong Ik Martial Arts Sparring Workshop
Staff Masters: Master Shinmin, Master Moon
On Saturday, September 27th, Hong Ik Martial Arts of Tarrytown hosted the 2nd Sparring Workshop to better prepare the 2026 Fall Black Belt Test Candidates for the combat portion of the exam. The training program was as follows:
– Circle Jogging including energy counting, side shuffle footwork, high knees, heel touches, and HNH versions 1 and 2.
– Line Drills consisting of offensive/defense footwork and agility explosive exercises.
– Core conditioning to get used to absorbing strikes and remaining poised.
– Partner Kicking Combinations on the chest guards
– Counterattack techniques to intercept an opponent’s offense
– Light Contact Sparring
– Heavy Contact Sparring
– Sudden Death Game (first point to score wins)
Before the workshop concluded, participants were reminded to focus on tapping into their own indomitable spirit and displaying that as well, to motivate their fellows to put forth their maximum effort. By preparing sincerely leading up to their test and trying their best that day, they will leave a more lasting impression that creates a higher value for their black belt accomplishment. What each student gains internally, forging them into a greater contributor to a happier healthier society in the future surpasses the material black belt itself. We wish all candidates good luck for October 10th at Hong Ik Martial Arts of Tarrytown Headquarters!
– written by: Shin Min HyunSa (Master Patrick Malonso)