DahnMuDo
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DahnMuDo or Dahn Mu Do is a Korean Martial art that uses movements designed to teach its practitioners to be exquisitely aware of not only posture but how to really use one's body in the most physiologically and ergonomically correct way. It is a spiritual, mental, and physical martial art which is said to have been first practiced by the ancient enlightened people of Korea. In Korean, "Dahn" means energy. "Mu" means "martial," or "limitless" and "Do (Tao)" means, "the way," or, "the ultimate truth." DahnMuDo is therefore also known as "The Art of Being Limitless." Its mind-body training methods combine martial arts movements with universal energy principles to help practitioners circulate blood and energy through the body, and recover the natural balance and rhythm of the body and mind. Its goal lies in training the body and mind to become one.
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History
DahnMuDo is a modern art with an ancient root. It is based on the principles and techniques of the ancient Korean spiritual discipline Shin Sun Do, and was created in 1996 by Master O Woon.
Techniques
The techniques in DahnMuDo are comparable in ways to a mixture of Chen Taiji, Tae Kwon Do, and Qi Gong. Its curriculum begins with a more linear combination of hand strikes, kicks, and blocks (similar to TKD), however it progresses into very circular and flowing postures and forms (closer to Chen Taiji) as one gains experience with the practice.
Mastery of Body, Mind, Energy, and Spirit
The methods are based on universal energy principles and the movement of nature. Thus in order to learn more advanced postures, one must not simply memorize the form but must internalize the principle very deeply. Perhaps the greatest difference between DahnMuDo and other martial arts is the distinctively spiritual purpose of the art: through continued practice students and masters of DMD work to gain total mastery and unity of body, mind, energy and spirit. Master O Woon once said that with very sincere effort and diligence one can gain enlightenment with a single posture or punch.
Health Benefits
1. Align And Correct The Skeletal Structure Of The Body- In DahnMuDo exercises, you learn how to put your weight evenly to your feet, which allows your spine to straighten and your pelvis and shoulders to even out horizontally.
2. Develop The Body's Natural Healing Power And Immune System- When the vertical and horizontal lines of your body become properly aligned, your joints, bones, muscles and internal organs are placed properly, and their normal, healthy functions restored. This activates and enhances your body's immune system and innate healing abilities.
3. Build Internal Energy- As with other forms of Asian energy training, (QiGong, Tai Chi), all of the movements and positions of DahnMuDo are aligned with the meridian system of your body. DahnMuDo training, however, facilitates the accumulation of energy in the lower abdomen, and teaches practitioners how to control the flow of energy in their bodies. Therefore, simply by practicing the postures, you can accumulate internal energy naturally, without expending too much energy on accumulation techniques.
4.Prevent Osteoporosis- By balancing your body evenly on your feet, a moderate level of pressure is applied to the bones, which brings an increase in bone density and helps to prevent osteoporosis.
5. Help Diet and Weight Control- Even though the moves of DahnMuDo are very gentle, they remarkably enhance the body's circulation and let your body burn fat effectively from inside. Through regular practice, you can effectively manage your energy and your weight.
6. Helps Normalize Blood Pressure- DahnMuDo exercise establishes the strong circulation of "Water-Energy Up and Fire-Energy Down." This proper circulation of energy helps normalize your blood pressure and may relieve many types of circulatory and cardio-vascular problems.
7. Activates Brain Cells And The Brain's Left And Right Hemispheres- Enhanced body awareness and energy awareness means activation of the neural pathways related with those parts and functions of your body. While you are making your body more limber by practicing DahnMuDo, you are actually making your brain more balanced and agile also.
8. Improves Self-Confidence And Enhances Self-Esteem- The strengthened energy in your lower abdomen and enhanced body awareness bring composure and self-confidence. This can improve the quality of your life both personally and professionally.
9.Improves Learning Ability And Work Performance- Enhanced energy circulation, better concentration and focus and improved brain-body coordination allow you to function and perform at a higher level both personally and professionally.
| Korean Martial Arts | |
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| Charyok | Choson Sebop | Chung Do Mu Sool Won | Dahn Mudo | Gyongdang | Haidong Gumdo | Hankido | Hapkido | Hoi Jeon Moo Sool | Kuksulwon | Kumdo | Kun Gek Do | Kwonbup | Mudokkwan Subakdo | Muye 24 ki | Shippalgi | Sonmudo/Bulmudo | Ssireum | Subak | Subyokchigi | Taekyon | Taekwondo | Tang Soo Do | Tukong Moosul | Youn Wha Ryu | |
