Welcome to Self Defence Upper Hutt (SDUH)

 

We teach a martial art self defence system called Combat Hapkido. Contrary to our name, we do not do quick fix, one-off/one-hour self defence lessons. To get the best out of any self defence system, a student needs to dedicate time, effort and repetition to ensure the system is learnt to an extent where it becomes second nature. This can be done by purchasing a concession card and coming when it suits you or by coming on a regular basis and progressing through our system.

 

It is an unfortunate fact that self defence in New Zealand is becoming more and more necessary.

 

Children suffer bullying in the school ground that is not only painful physically but can affect children for years to come - confidence is lowered, as are marks, attitude and the cycle continues. The focus for our youth is on 'keeping ourselves' safe and the classes do not enforce aggressive behaviors. We teach youth aged 7 - 13 years.

 

We also teach adults 14 and over. Our adult class is not 'fitness' driven as the art is 100% self defence. As a pure self defence program students are taught from real life situations such as grabs, chokes, bear hugs, reacting to punches etc.

 

There are no 'forms', 'kata's' or 'patterns'. There are no acrobatic kicks or hard blocks and all our kicks are directed to the lower part of the body. We will show you how to redirect your attackers aggression and power back towards them with little effort and minimum force.

 

Our goal is to raise awareness and promote education in the areas of personal safety and self defence by teaching the most practical, realistic and effective system of self defenc so physical strength and athletic abilities are not essential.

 

This system is ideal for women, busy professionals, law enforcement, security personnel or anyone who finds a traditional martial art intimidating or time consuming.

 

The 'International Combat Hapkido Federation (ICHF)' and 'Combat Hapkido' are duly copyrighted names and our logo is a registered trademark. ICHFNZ charter members are recognisable by the distinctive black uniform and ICHF badge which may only be worn by registered practioners and a list of registered Instructors can be found on our NZ website.

 

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