Three principles of hapkido techniques:
- Nonresistance "Hwa", 화 - non-resistance, is simply the act of remaining relaxed and not directly opposing an opponent's strength.
- Circle principle "Won", 원 - the circular principle, is a way to gain momentum for executing the techniques in a natural and free-flowing manner.
- The Water/harmony Principle "Yu", 유 - the water principle, can be thought of as the soft, adaptable strength of water.
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