What does NHF mean in SPORTS

The Nordic Hapkido Federation (NHF) is a worldwide association of martial arts practitioners and schools that focus on the practice of hankido, an original Korean art. NHF was founded to promote, teach, and preserve the traditional hankido techniques and philosophies around the world.

Hankido is unique because of its emphasis on redirecting energy and using control rather than force to maintain it. This allows smaller individuals with lower levels of physical strength to gain an advantage over their opponents in self-defense situations. The defensive strategies used in hankido are designed to gain a “psychological edge” through manipulation instead of relying solely on brute force or physical strength.

Anyone with an interest in learning about and practicing hankido techniques may join the NHF, regardless of age or level. All that is required is a commitment to learning the principles involved in this specialized form of martial arts.

Yes! All members who complete our training program can receive a certification from the NHF attesting to their mastery of basic hankido techniques. This certification also serves as proof that participants have met all requirements necessary for earning a certificate from a recognized school or organization within the field of martial arts training.

The length of time required for attaining proficiency in any given martial art will vary depending upon one's own aptitude for learning, as well as dedication to mastering the specifics being studied. Generally speaking, members who attend regular classes can expect to reach intermediate levels after approximately two years under supervision by an instructor certified by the NHF.

While formal attire is not required when participating in classes offered through NHF, we do encourage all members to come dressed appropriately for each session; clean shorts/pants and t-shirt are considered most appropriate for training sessions involving contact sports and both genders should wear closed shoes suitable for movement while practicing stance drills and breathing exercises related to hanki-do training.

Certain forms of instruction may briefly involve weapon use but only overseen by certified instructors trained in safe weaponry practices approved by our association's Senior Masters Council; children under specified ages should never be allowed access nor encouraged/taught weapon usage without adult supervision present at all times.