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What Is Hapkido
Hapkido also spelled hap ki do or hapki-do is a Korean martial art. It employs joint locks, grappling, and throwing techniques similar to those of other martial arts, as well as kicks, punches, and other striking attacks along with the following weapons:
-Knife
-Sword
-Rope
-ssang juhl bong (nunchaku)
-cane (ji pang ee)
-short stick (dan bong)
-and middle-length staff (joong bong)
-gun (analogous to the Japanese jō)
-bō (Japanese)
Hapkido also includes long-range and close-range fighting techniques, with jumping kicks, percussive hand strikes and pressure point strikes. Then there is joint locks, and throws. It really is a fantastic fighting style that emphasizes circular motion, redirection of force, and control of the opponent. Footwork and body positioning are key to implement leverage, to gain advantage instead of brute strength. The style came from Daitō-ryū Aiki-jūjutsu and was taught by Choi Yong-Sool in Korea after World War II. The system combined with kicking and striking techniques and contemporary arts like Taekkyon, and Tang Soo Do; along with throwing techniques and ground fighting from Judo.
Our Students No Longer Struggle With
Confidence
As you progress in your Martial Arts journey, you'll gain confidence in your own abilities and feel more self-assured in your daily life. You will be part of the greatest Martial Arts community in Utah, where everyone is like-minded and supports each other.
Self Defense and Fitness
Not only will you learn an effective Martial Arts System to enable you to no longer have a victim mentality and therefore be able to stand up to bullies and if needed you will even be able to defend yourself/your loved ones. In addition to that, you will also develop strength, flexibility and endurance.
Resilience
Our classes develop discipline, focus, and physical and mental toughness. You will learn how to control your emotions and concentrate on your goals and your self-esteem will soar!
Who We Are And Why You Should Train Here
Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people through Martial Arts. We strive to provide a safe, clean, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals. We strongly believe that Martial Arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience level. This is why we are super confident that it will enable every member to achieve greatness and the option to live their best life...
Meet Our Coaches
Head Coach Rob Hunt
Rob (Owner of TDF Gym) started his training at age 5 and competing at age 6 under his father, Gerald Hunt, who was a Golden Gloves Boxing Champ, Wrestler and Kempo Karate practitioner. He wrestled all through high school and 46 years later still competes in martial arts. His journey was further enriched by various masters in different martial arts disciplines, including “Old school TaeKwonDo” under Paul Dicks and Master Chong, Shorinji Kempo and Kyu Shin Ryu (Kempo) under Master Gary Conors, Bo-Ka-Jitsu Jitsu (a fusion of Boxing, Karate, Shotokan Karate, and Japanese Jujitsu) under Master Daniel T. Lee and John “Bangon Langon” (Master Lee has mentored Rob for over 39 years), lastly Chiryoku under Grand Master Brent Undhjem who has coached seven world champion fighters.
Instructor Jonathan Semetko
Jon is a lifelong martial arts student, beginning his studies at age 7; training Judo, Tae Kwon Do, and Hapkido at a number of dojo and wrestling as a youth. He achieved All State-Honorable Mention, in wrestling under the Michigan High School Athletic Association, in March of 2000. Jon has continued to train, coach, and compete in Martial Arts since that time.
Instructor Tanner Spillman
Tanner coaches BJJ, MMA, Bo-Ka-Jitsu (Brown Belt), Strengthening & Conditioning, Muay Thai & Boxing (Team USA Certified).
Instructor Greg Nielsen
Gred coaches Wrestling, Bo-Ka-Jitsu (Black Belt) & Jiu-Jitsu.
Instructor Sam Bingham
Sam coaches Jiu-Jitsu, Judo & Hapkido.
Instructor Josh Baird
Josh coaches Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling.
Instructor Mr. Pollert
Mr. Pollert coaches Judo, Hapkido and Taekewondo.
Who We Are And Why You Should Train Here
Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people through Martial Arts. We strive to provide a safe, clean, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals. We strongly believe that Martial Arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience level. This is why we are super confident that it will enable every member to achieve greatness and the option to live their best life...
Meet Our Coaches
Head Coach Rob Hunt
Rob (Owner of TDF Gym) started his training at age 5 and competing at age 6 under his father, Gerald Hunt, who was a Golden Gloves Boxing Champ, Wrestler and Kempo Karate practitioner. He wrestled all through high school and 46 years later still competes in martial arts. His journey was further enriched by various masters in different martial arts disciplines, including “Old school TaeKwonDo” under Paul Dicks and Master Chong, Shorinji Kempo and Kyu Shin Ryu (Kempo) under Master Gary Conors, Bo-Ka-Jitsu Jitsu (a fusion of Boxing, Karate, Shotokan Karate, and Japanese Jujitsu) under Master Daniel T. Lee and John “Bangon Langon” (Master Lee has mentored Rob for over 39 years), lastly Chiryoku under Grand Master Brent Undhjem who has coached seven world champion fighters.
Instructor Jonathan Semetko
Jon is a lifelong martial arts student, beginning his studies at age 7; training Judo, Tae Kwon Do, and Hapkido at a number of dojo and wrestling as a youth. He achieved All State-Honorable Mention, in wrestling under the Michigan High School Athletic Association, in March of 2000. Jon has continued to train, coach, and compete in Martial Arts since that time.
Instructor Tanner Spillman
Tanner coaches BJJ, MMA, Bo-Ka-Jitsu (Brown Belt), Strengthening & Conditioning, Muay Thai & Boxing (Team USA Certified).
Instructor Greg Nielsen
Gred coaches Wrestling, Bo-Ka-Jitsu (Black Belt) & Jiu-Jitsu.
Instructor Sam Bingham
Sam coaches Jiu-Jitsu, Judo & Hapkido.
Instructor Josh Baird
Josh coaches Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling.
Instructor Mr. Pollert
Mr. Pollert coaches Judo, Hapkido and Taekewondo.
Our Programs
Kids Programs (6 to 14 y/o)
Kids Taekwondo
Taekwondo is a Korean martial art involving punching and kicking techniques. It sometimes involves the use of weapons.
Kids Hapkido
Hapkido is a Korean martial art that blends self-defense techniques, joint locks, strikes, and throws to neutralize attackers efficiently.
Kids Judo
Judo is a Japanese martial art and Olympic sport that emphasizes throws, pins, and joint locks to subdue opponents, promoting balance and technique.
Teens & Adults Programs (15 y/o +)
Teens & Adults Sambo
SAMBO is a martial art that originated in the former Soviet Union. It is a combat sport that is practiced internationally. It is also recognized as a style of amateur wrestling, similar to Greco-Roman wrestling and freestyle wrestling.
Teens & Adults BoKaJitsu
Bo-Ka-Jitsu is an eclectic martial art that blends Judo’s throws, Jiu-Jitsu’s submissions, Hapkido’s joint locks, Karate’s striking, Kempo’s agility, and Sambo’s ground techniques for well-rounded self-defense and combat skills.
Teens & Adults Striking
Striking is a combat sport that incorporates a lot of punching elements, emphasizing striking techniques, cardio fitness, and self-defense skills.
Teens & Adults Taekwondo
Taekwondo is a Korean martial art involving punching and kicking techniques. It sometimes involves the use of weapons.
Teens & Adults Hapkido
Hapkido is a Korean martial art that blends self-defense techniques, joint locks, strikes, and throws to neutralize attackers efficiently.
Teens & Adults Judo
Judo is a Japanese martial art and Olympic sport that emphasizes throws, pins, and joint locks to subdue opponents, promoting balance and technique.
Teens & Adults Jiu - Jitsu
Jiu-Jitsu is an art that focuses on ground fighting, using leverage and submissions to control and defeat opponents in close combat.
What Our Students Say About Us...
"I would recommend everyone to join TDF Gym!"
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Will My Child Become A Bully?
We find that our students become more confident in standing up to bullies and have more humility and kindness toward others through their Martial Arts lessons.
Are Parents Allowed To Watch?
We encourage parents to watch their children in their kid's martial arts lessons. We love parents getting involved! And so do their kids. Even better… join into some of our martial arts classes for adults. Your kids will love that you have something in common. It will build a strong family bond!
Additionally, if you want some ‘me-time’? Simply drop them off, and go grab a coffee. They will greet you with a huge smile when you return because they had SO much fun!
My child struggles to focus
The modern world presents many problems for concentration and focus, with distractions everywhere. Each session of Martial Arts will improve your child's focus incrementally as they are motivated to learn something new and different - this will require lengthy concentration.
My child is shy will this help?
Yes, we understand that social skills are a crucial aspect of childhood and a lack of them can show and affect the child as they grow older. Martial Arts, with its teamwork and skill sharing, is one of the activities that encourages and promotes this in a healthy way.
Can I Join As A Beginner?
Absolutely! Everyone is welcome at our school, regardless of their skill level or physical shape!
Will it help me loose weight?
Martial Arts training is a fun way of staying in shape - adults who take up our training have less body fat than those with a more sedentary lifestyle.
Will This Help My Fitness?
Martial Arts training is an excellent form of exercise - scientific studies have proven that adults who take part have better stamina, strength, flexibility and muscle endurance.
I Struggle With Self Discipline
Forget social networks and text messaging - training in Martial Arts develops focus and improves levels of concentration through its set tempo and exercises in-cooperating focus and breath control.
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