10 Most Asked Questions/Answers About Martial Arts
1. Do I need to be in shape first? No. The reason a large number of people participate in Tiger Shark Hapkido is to get in shape. A workout at American College of Martial Arts is very healthy as long precautions are taken as need be. It incorporates aerobic exercise with stretching, balance and coordination drills along with simply learning how to breathe. 2. How expensive is it? The price...
Read MoreWhat is Tiger Shark Hapkido?
“Hapkido” is a Korean martial art, which literally means “the Way of Coordination Power. Tiger Shark Hapkido is an evolution of several styles of Martial Arts with their techniques and skills designed to make a more proficient Martial Art. Tiger Shark can be distinguished from other styles of martial arts by its use of both hard and soft moves and techniques as well as both linear and...
Read MoreVictory
If you defeat an opponent your victory dance should be the same as if you had lost. In Mixed Martial Arts as well as styles such as Judo and whether you study anywhere in the Piedmont Triad area a warrior should be measured by his compassion and courage by his enemies and friends alike. -Master John Dowdy
Read MoreMission Statement
No Limitations! We are here to help motivate individuals to achieve a higher standard for themselves, physically and mentally. To share this philosophy with all within their sphere of influence as they go out into the community. To help others understand any limitations they perceive can be overcome by proper desire and attitude. It is the mission of ‘TIGER SHARK HAPKIDO’ and its related...
Read MoreTesting Ground
From the day we are born we are being trained for the testing ground of life we learn things that enable us to evolve into who we are with knowledge that is used to protect us and help us decide where we want to go. Be grateful for the hardships, setbacks and even the bad people you encounter without those we would never have grown nor had the experience to handle worse. Start looking at life...
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