Hapkido – Training & Packing List
Complete training checklist and packing list for Hapkido training – Korean martial art with joint locks, throws and kicks.
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Preparation
Dobok (Hapkido suit) clean and tidy
Belt correctly tied
Training focus known: Kihon, locks, throws or free practice?
Weapons ready for weapon forms: stick (Dan-bong, Jang-bong) or knife
Warm-up
Joint mobilisation: wrists, elbows, shoulders (preparation for locks)
Stretches for hips and legs (high kicks require flexibility)
Breakfall techniques (Ukemi): backward, forward and sideways rolls
Running drills and footwork exercises
Striking and Kicking Techniques
Basic kicks: front kick, side kick, roundhouse kick, back kick
Spinning kick and crescent kick (characteristic of Hapkido)
Jumping techniques: flying kicks and combinations
Basic strikes: open hand, fist, elbow and knife hand
Joint Locks and Throws
Wrist locks: Kote-gaeshi variations, inward locks, outward locks
Elbow locks: standing armbar, Kimura variations
Shoulder locks and shoulder throws
Transitions: lock to throw to ground control
Self-Defence & Weapon Forms
Escapes from grips: wrist, lapel, bear hug
Defence against punching attacks: block + counter
Dan-bong (short stick) basic techniques
Jang-bong (long staff) forms and partner drills
Cool-down
Static stretching: hips, shoulders, wrists
Gentle wrist and finger massage (important after lock work)
Closing ritual: joint bow with Sensei and Dojo
Packing List – Equipment
Hapkido Dobok (suit)
Belt (grade colour)
Mouthguard (for Kumite / free practice)
Groin guard (men)
Hand guards / fist protectors (for sparring)
Shin pads (for kicking techniques)
Dan-bong (short stick, approx. 30 cm)
Jang-bong (long staff, approx. 180 cm) – if used in training
Packing List – Other
Flip-flops for the walk to the mat
Water bottle
Towel, change of clothes, shower kit
Sports tape for fingers and wrists
Membership card / grading record