HAETAE MARTIAL ARTS
Haetae Martial Arts (해태 무예) teaches the Korean martial arts of Taekwondo and Hapkido.
The focus is on self-defence and traditional martial arts, not sports.
Haetae (also known as Haechi) is a mythical creature who was described as a guardian, a righteous beast who would protect the innocent. It was also said to bring happiness and good fortune.
At Haetae Martial Arts we concentrate on training for self-defence, self-improvement and good health in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. These goals aim to bring the aspects of the historical myth in to the modern day.
Haetae Martial Arts is proudly located in Happy Valley near the Aberfoyle Hub in the southern suburbs of Adelaide.
TAEKWONDO
Taekwondo (태권도) is the most popular and widely known of Korean martial arts, and is even an Olympic sport. However, at Haetae martial arts our focus is on the martial art rather than the sport. As a martial art it is dynamic and has powerful kicking and striking techniques.
It would be a mistake to think that Taekwondo, which many people loosely translate as being the way of the fist and foot, as only being restricted to kicking and punching. It is a comprehensive self-defence system that also incorporates grappling and joint-locking. It is still used in the Korean army for training of their troops today.
Taekwondo is a great way to get fit and improve your confidence and flexibility while also learning practical and direct self-defence techniques. We offer traditional Taekwondo programs to adults and juniors.
Haetae Martial Arts is associated with the Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters), and the
Korea Tae Kwon Do Moo Duk Kwan.
HAPKIDO
Hapkido (합기도) is a Korean martial art which means the way of coordinated power. What this means is that the techniques used in Hapkido are done in a way to blend with the power and energy of the attacker to defend yourself rather than to meet the power of the attacker head on. It is a means of using the energy of the attacker against themselves. To do this it employs a large range of joint-locking, grappling and throwing techniques in combination with hand strikes and kicks to subdue an attacker. It is possible to also restrain an opponent through locks and pain compliance without inflicting permanent damage.
Hapkido is a comprehensive martial arts system that involves the use of both close and long range fighting techniques. Hapkido, unlike Taekwondo, also uses various weapons such as the short stick, walking cane, rope/belt, and staff.
Hapkido, just like Taekwondo has hand strikes, kicks, blocks, joint locks and throws, however, Hapkido focuses a greater percentage of its time to the techniques termed hosinsul. Hapkido’s approach to hosinsul is typically dissimilar to Taekwondo in that it follows the three principles listed above while Taekwondo can typically but not exclusively, be more linear and direct in its approach. While hosinsul translates as self-defence, typically in Korean martial arts this term refers to the use of various techniques to escape from grabs and holds, as well as methods to deal with and defend against strikes and kicks. Students are also taught to fall safely so that they do not injure themselves when their partner performs a joint lock, take-down or throw on them.
Hapkido is a martial art that will improve your fitness, flexibility, confidence and help you learn to defend yourself. It is taught to law enforcement groups, military personnel and security personnel the world over. We offer Hapkido programs for adults.
Haetae Martial Arts is associated with the Korea Hapkido Total Federation and the World Heuk Choo Martial Arts Federation. We are Australia's first Heuk Choo Kwan school.
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CLASSES
At Haetae Martial Arts we believe in quality instruction with personal attention. You won’t be just another face in a large class. With small class sizes we can provide the personal instruction you deserve. With our head instructor Damian Adams having 35 years of Martial Arts experience and internationally qualified and registered in each art, you are in good hands.
Current classes are held for adults only:
Tuesdays; 6:00pm - 7:00pm Taekwondo
7:00pm - 8:00pm Hapkido
Thursdays; 7:00pm - 8:00pm Taekwondo and Hapkido combined
Saturdays; 10:30am - 11:30am Taekwondo
11:30pm - 12:30pm Hapkido
Location:
Happy Valley near the Aberfoyle Hub - please message us for the location.
Private training sessions are available in both Taekwondo and Hapkido by appointment and are also available during weekdays.
At Haetae Martial Arts we focus on teaching Adults only.
Sorry, we do not do children's classes.
Associates
Haetae Martial Arts is proud to be associated with the private training fitness company E+ Fitness.
Contact E+ Fitness for all your PT needs.
One of the E+ Fitness coaches is even one of Haetae Martial Arts instructors, so we know you will be in good hands.
Click on their logo to go to their website.
Privacy Policy
Haetae Martial Arts is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and store personal information when you visit our website, contact us, enrol in classes, or otherwise interact with us.
1. Personal Information We Collect
The personal information we may collect includes: - name - date of birth - address - phone number - email address - emergency contact details - information you provide in website enquiry forms, email messages, or social media messages - photos and videos of students - health information, including information about illness, injury, or matters relevant to a student's health and wellbeing in class Health information is sensitive information and is treated with additional care under Australian privacy law.
2. How We Collect Personal Information
We may collect personal information when you: - submit an enquiry through our website - contact us by email - send us a message through Facebook or Instagram - enrol as a student - provide information during classes, events, gradings, or related activities - provide information about illness, injury, or health needs - use our website, which may collect information through cookies and analytics tools
3. Why We Collect It
We collect personal information to: - respond to enquiries - enrol students and manage participation in classes - contact students and parents or guardians - maintain emergency contact records - manage student health, safety and wellbeing - administer classes, events and related services - communicate updates and important notices - use photos and videos for marketing and promotional purposes - assess and manage injury or illness incidents - comply with legal and insurance obligations - understand how visitors use our website and improve our online services
4. How We Use and Disclose Personal Information
We will only use or disclose personal information for the purpose it was collected, or for a related purpose you would reasonably expect, unless you consent or the law allows otherwise. We may disclose personal information to: - our instructors and authorised staff - emergency services, where necessary - medical or first aid providers in an emergency - insurance companies if a student is injured or a claim needs to be made - overseas martial arts organisations, federations or associations, but only with the student's consent - third-party service providers that help us operate our website or manage communications, where needed
5. Overseas Disclosure
If we disclose personal information to an overseas martial arts organisation, federation or association, we will only do so with the student's consent. Overseas recipients may not be subject to the same privacy laws as Australia, and once disclosed, the information may be handled under the laws of that country.
6. Photos and Videos -
We may use photos and videos of students for marketing and promotional purposes, including on our website, social media pages, flyers and other promotional material. Where appropriate, we will seek consent before using a student's image for these purposes.
7. Cookies and Google Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies, including Google Analytics, to help us understand how visitors use our website and to improve its performance and content. These cookies may collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, device and browser information, general usage patterns, and other web traffic data. This information is generally used in aggregated form to analyse website activity and improve the user experience. Google Analytics may process information such as online identifiers or IP-related data depending on how it is configured. We use this information only for website analytics, reporting and service improvement. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, although doing so may affect some website features. By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
8. Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. This includes using reasonable administrative and technical safeguards and limiting access to personal information to people who need it for legitimate business purposes.
9. Retention
We keep personal information only for as long as it is needed for our business, legal, insurance, safety or administrative purposes. When information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or de-identify it where appropriate.
10. Access and Correction
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you, or ask us to correct it if you believe it is inaccurate, out of date, incomplete, irrelevant or misleading. To make a request, contact us using the details below.
11. Complaints
If you have a privacy complaint, please contact us first and we will aim to respond promptly. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may be able to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
12. Contact Us
Privacy requests can be sent to: Haetae Martial Arts Email: haetaemartialarts@gmail.com
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will be published on our website.