Hapkido Ultimate Self-Defense

Although a black belt in karate, I've always had an interest in some of the other martial arts disciplines.After watching this great tape, I actually feel like going out and looking for a good hapkido school to study at. This is an outstanding series of tapes and I just know they are going to get alot of viewings in the future.Steve "Roadhouse" Sexson is not only a great martial artist, but he's also a very good teacher as well. There are dozens and dozens of techniques demonstrated in these 3 dvds and Steve will walk you through each technique several times so that the technique really has a chance to sink in. And while I was impressed with the technique being shown slowly on a step-by-step basis, the effectiveness of the technique really becomes apparent when Steve demonstrates it at a real speed.There are some very wicked and deadly looking choke and joint locking techniques outlined on these dvds. I am going to make it a point to "cherry pick" a few and incorporate them in my own martial arts trainingIf you have even a passing interest in the martial arts - or are seeking to learn a few self defense techniques - I can't think of too many sources that I would recommend higher than these dvds.And the fact that Steve actually incorporates these techniques in his day-to-day job as a bouncer certainly provides him with a degree of credibility that may not be possessed by a martial arts movie star..!

What is up with that??? Why would something claiming to deal with self-defense incorporate the practice uniform into their techniques? What is up with them always wearing them silly pajamas? They should be demonstrating in normal civilian clothes if they want to claim to be for self-defense!! I only knocked one star off for that because the damn lapel/Gi whatever they call it seems to be unavoidable anywhere!, why don't they just burn them dumb things and get rid of them once and for all! You're trying to learn how to save your life and they are only interested in practicing in comfortable clothing? A lot of good stuff in here and reasonably priced at $30 for over 3 hours. But I just had to rant about them silly robes, if I ever get attacked by someone wearing a bath rub I will know just what to do! We are all safe from being attacked by Hugh Hefner.

I purchased this as a beginner to the art of Hapkido. I've trained in other martial arts over the years, but have decided to explore Hapkido as I'm getting older and looking for a "gentler" martial art. I'm one that likes to explore a subject thoroughly as I am learning. I found the instruction to be top rate in regards to the technique (again, understand I'm but a white belt). Steve goes even further in explaining the small details necessary for the practical application of the technique as well.I have but two minor criticisms; First, I felt that Steve seemed a little unsure of just what he was going to say when he got started. He fumbled for the right words as if he was just winging the lessons. However, once he was actually showing and explaining the move he was superior. If you purchase this, don't let the first 5 minutes influence your view, the material is top notch.Secondly, they need better quality video equipment and MUSIC. Honestly, my daughter and I chuckled at how terrible the musical background was in the transitions to the lessons. It sounded like something out of a terrible 70's martial arts film. I'm hoping that as Steve finds more success in his teach, which he surly will, that the companies putting together the videos will invest in better equipment AND music.These two criticisms are VERY minor and do not affect the overall quality of this material. From the perspective of a new student to Hapkido, I've found it well worth the cost of the product.

I'm sure the instructor is quite good, and the techniques are fine. It's just impossible to practice hapkido on your own. If you want to learn it, great, but go to a school that teaches it. The DVDs aren't cheap, he does do a thorough job of explanation, sometimes too thorough, repitition is great for actual practice, but not while watching a DVD, one slow motion and one real speed would have been better. It's not like you can't replay it.

While many martial arts videos and DVDs demonstrate self-defense techniques, "Hapkido Ultimate Self-Defense" actually teaches self-defense techniques to the viewer.The DVD set consists of three DVDs, each of which is about 90 minutes in length. Techniques in these DVDs include:>Stances >Single & Double Wrist-hold Escapes>Blocks >Lapel-hold Escapes>Kicks >Pushing Attack Defense>Break-falls >Defense Against Belt Grabs>Defense Against Rear Grabs>Defense Against Chokeholds>Defense Against Knife and Gun Attacks>Techniques For Using the Cane for Self-defense... and much more.Steve Sexton explains each technique, breaks down each movement, demonstrates the techniques slowly and then at moderate and full-speeds. By following along with the DVD instruction and then practicing the techniques with a partner you can learn to effectively apply these Hapkido self-defense techniques.Each technique is a basic, simple and most importantly workable technique that can be learned and used by anyone. These techniques will work on the street, in a real self-defense situation and don't require years of martial arts training to learn.If you are looking for a way to learn some workable, basic self-defense skill... "Hapkido Ultimate Self-Defense" is a good place to start.