Steve's Hapkido Academy

Steve's Hapkido Academy is a highly regarded sports club located in Brisbane, Australia. Specialising in Hapkido, a dynamic and practical form of self-defence from Korea, the academy offers top-notch martial arts training. Led by SaBumNim Stephen Millwood, who possesses extensive experience and expertise in Hapkido, the club guarantees comprehensive and effective instruction.

Hapkido is a versatile martial art that incorporates various techniques and training methods, enabling practitioners to defend themselves in different situations. The style focuses on three zones – standing, grabbing, and clinching – ensuring that students are proficient in each area. It covers a wide range of skills, including defence, offence, kicking, punching, striking, blocking, choking, throwing, tripping, joint locking, sparring, break-falling, breathing, meditation, pressure-points, and even weapons training.

The benefits of training in Hapkido are numerous. Alongside learning self-defence techniques, students gain self-confidence, improve cardiovascular fitness, control their weight, enhance muscle tone, develop self-discipline, increase flexibility and joint mobility, enhance coordination and concentration, improve self-control, and manage stress effectively. It is a holistic practise that improves physical and mental well-being.

Affiliated with the Moo Moo Kwan Hapkido Association, headquartered in South Korea, Steve's Hapkido Academy ensures that students receive world-class instruction and adhere to the high standards set by the association. The academy is committed to providing a safe and supportive training environment that promotes personal growth and development.

Steve's Hapkido Academy offers various training options, including session-based training as well as one or three-month unlimited training options. There are no contracts, and interested individuals can also take advantage of a free introductory class. The academy offers discounts for families and has an annual membership fee to cover HIA Membership dues. Grading fees are also applicable for each grade achieved.

In addition to Hapkido, the academy also offers Kumdo classes, which focus on the Korean art of swordsmanship. This modern adaptation of sword techniques emphasises the practical use of the sword and is separate from the Hapkido syllabus. The Kumdo programme at Steve's Hapkido Academy is based on the ancient Korean Martial Arts book called the “Moo Yeh Do Bo Tong Ji” and follows a full syllabus that is both beautiful and dynamic.

For those interested in women's self-defence classes, the academy provides classes specifically tailored to the needs of women. These classes are held in the evening and cost $15. 00 per session. To book a class or for more information, interested individuals can visit the academy's website or contact them directly.

Steve's Hapkido Academy is a reputable and trusted sports club in Brisbane where students can learn and master the art of Hapkido while enjoying a supportive and enriching training experience.