Training Program

Professor Sang Jeon Hyeong
Hae Won Jung (translator)

Han-Robics is a component of Hankido that emphasizes the warm-up and cool-down portion of training through physical application of the concepts of Si-Bang (the universe), and the unity of Um-Yang-O-Hang (Yin-Yang and the five elements: tree, fire, soil, metal, and water) and Chun-Ji-In (heaven-earth-human being). These preparatory exercises are designed to increase Chun-Ki ("the aura of heaven") through deep movement as well as deep abdominal respiration. In short, these exercises support the purpose of hankido: achieving a unity between human beings and nature.

There are 10 stages to the exercises, each emphasizing a different type of exercise. The first stage has three parts:

1. Breath deeply to receive, or inhale, as much pure Chun-Ki as possible.
2. Tap every part of the body with both hands as if dusting the body. The hands are considered to have the most active flow of Ki. Stimulation in this manner is offered on the head, face, chest, abdomen, thighs (front and back), shins, Achilles tendon, calves, feet and ankles.
3. Exhale, or rid, the body of Tak-Ki (dirty aura).

The second stage incorporates more movement to collect Ki from several directions (si-bang) thus gradually increasing the energy of the body.

The third stage follows on the second by achieving toatal relaxation of the muscles and joints through more tense and aggressive movements. During this stage, the heart rate is increased as well.

The fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh stages are based upon taekwondo, hankido, judo, and kumdo, respectively. The primary goals are to maximize the movements of the muscles and joints, move with smooth circular motions, and balance the body.

The eighth stage is based on the Western movements of hip-hop and jazz dance. The goal is to use "every corner of [the] body with various movements by enjoying the diverse music...[thus] people should realize the beauty of exercise" and free the mind to understand exercise on their own.

The ninth stage utilizes the movements of Hatha-Yoga to lower the heart rate and completely relax the body. These movements also serve to enhance the functions of the primary organs (heart, pancreas, lungs, kidneys, etc.) thus increasing both physical and mental strength.

Once the body is stabilized, the tenth and last stage is performed: sitting up straight, deep breathing is done to stabilize the mental processes. At the same time, one should also seek the unity of one's body and soul and consider the the flow of nature.

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