WonHwaMind

WonHwaDo (WHD) is a new Korean Martial art. Its origin however, stems back into ancient Korean culture. The old traditional method of praying was by means of rubbing the palms of both hands together in a circular fashion, representing Yin and Yang. Through this circular motion, one could create and transmit energy, thereby bringing healing to mind and body. It was also a way to achieve self-understanding, to communicate with nature, and to create harmonious and loving relationship with other people. The philosophy of WHD is based on circular energy. It is well known that the flow of nature and the universe are through circular motions and cycles. The circle is the configuration in nature that uses least energy and is natural, self-sustaining and eternal. The core of WHD motions are applied in rotations of 360 degrees. This circular motion starts from a small movement of rubbing hands and can become attack and defence techniques when being enlarged step by step to a bigger circular