 Hapkido vs. Jiu Jitsu
What are the similarities and differences between Hapkido and Jiu Jitsu? In the past, I was trained in a TKD/Hapkido dojan, but there was no detailed ground fighting. Mostly joint locks, a few throws and strikes. On several Hapkido sites, there is mention that Hapkido surpasses Jiu jitsu because it encompasses striking, joint locks and grappling. I'd like to know if these claims are true... Perhaps, I was taught a limited version of Hapkido, but I don't recall any work on the ground.
I took Jiu Jitsu for several weeks, but the school closed due to poor attendance. Now I'd like to take more grappling. BJJ would be idea, but not realistic here. There are Hapkido schools and Jiu Jitsu programs, so I need to investigate where I need to go.
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