Blue Stone Dojang
2370 Main Street
West Warren, MA 01092
Phone: (413) 436-8267
Email: MasterMay@bluestonedojang.com
Kuhapdo is a form of Korean swordsmanship that uses the
long curved blade similar to the Japanese katana (Samurai
sword). The art teaches the proper use of the sword based
on combat techniques. Unlike swordplay seen on TV and in
movies, Kuhapdo does not teach misuse of the sword. The
sword is not treated as a tool to fight ones opponent. It is
treated with respect and It becomes an extension of the user.
You learn how to master your sword as if it were a part of
your own body.
Students of Kuhapdo learn forms or patterns which consist of
a series of pre-arranged movements against imaginary
opponents. At the beginner level each student practices with
a wooden sword (Mok gum). When an advanced level of
control is reached the student graduates to a steel sword. All
students learn proper cut angles and how to hold the sword.
They practice the correct way to draw the sword from it's
scabbard based on the situation and how to properly return
the sword into the scabbard.
Kuhapdo is excellent for exercise, focus and personal
development.
