Hapkido is a martial art which is a practical and extremely effective method of self defense.
Our world renowned reputation as a traditional martial arts federation and no-frills approach to serious, progressive practice of real-world focused application is unmistakable. We live in a modern world and the techniques have proven to adapt to every new and rising situation. We continually keep up with modern times while upholding the traditional martial art and to educate all those willing of the language, customs, culture, and traditions of the country of Korea. Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee Master Jeff Allen began Hapkido training in 1976 at the age of 7. He lived, learned, and taught at the headquarters in Korea directly under Grandmaster Chang returning to the US in 2000. In the top 1% of martial artists in the world, he is one of the foremost talented and highly educated instructors in the world today with 33 years experience in Hapkido. Master Allen is prior military intelligence and continues instructing Military Special Operations and other governmental personnel. Master Allen also had the honor of providing joint forces personal protection to the Korean President Young-Sam Kim. The International Hapkido Federation is the ONLY school providing authentic Hapkido instruction in the Ft. Lauderdale, FL area.
Keywords: martial arts, hapkido, self defense, karate, jujitsu, aikido
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We have been in the US for 10 years now but operation in South Korea for over 50 years. Master Allen has been training in Hapkido for 33+ years.
What is your primary product or service?
We teach real world martial arts in which our focus in NOT competition but for the street, police, and military.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee Master Jeff Allen began Hapkido training in 1976 at the age of 7. He lived, learned, and taught at the headquarters in Korea directly under Grandmaster Chang returning to the US in 2000. In the top 1% of martial artists in the world, he is one of the foremost talented and highly educated instructors in the world today with 33 years experience in Hapkido. Master Allen is prior military intelligence and continues instructing Military Special Operations and other governmental personnel. Master Allen also had the honor of providing joint forces personal protection to the Korean President Young-Sam Kim. The International Hapkido Federation is the ONLY school providing authentic Hapkido instruction in the Ft. Lauderdale, FL area. We teach Hapkido as taught in Korea under Grandmaster Chang. Our students and instructors are strongly encouraged to attend yearly training under Master Allen along with trips to Korea under Grandmaster Chang with 50 years in the art.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
The International Hapkido Federation is one of the ONLY schools providing authentic traditional Hapkido instruction in the world, which is very rare. We teach Hapkido as taught in Korea under Grandmaster Chang. Our students worldwide attend training seminars under Master Allen along with yearly trips to Korea under Grandmaster Chang who has 50 years in the art.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have one location here in Davie, one in Western Maryland, several in Korea including our International Headquarters, one in Germany, and two in Australia. We are a traditional school and not a franchise or big corporation. We focus on the success of our students, not how big we can get.
Provide detailed directions to your location
You can reach us either by using I-95 or the FL Turnpike. From 95 simply take the Stirling Road exit and head west for about 4.2 miles. We are on the north side of the road about a block past Publix Supermarket. From the Turnpike, take the Griffin Road exit and head west. Go to 61st Street and head south about 3 miles to Stirling Road, turn west and we are just to the right on the north side of the road. Simply look for the big yellow sign with red letters that says "Martial Arts".
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, money order, credit cards. We do also offer EFT.
Which areas do you service?
This school services the South Florida area but we do provide seminars all over the world.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Our President is Grandmaster Chang Young-Shil. Master Jeff Allen runs the Pan-American Headquarters but oversees all international operations under Grandmaster Chang.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday Through Friday.
8:30AM - 9:30AM
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Children classes are Tuesday and Thursday at 5PM.
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