Build Practical Ground Skills 

Our Hapkido syllabus already includes ground self-defence, although most training naturally takes place from standing or seated positions. Ground Combatives develops this area in greater depth, with a stronger focus on takedown defence, positional control, escapes, ground movement, and returning safely to your feet.
The programme is designed to build practical self-defence ability through structured, cooperative training. Students learn to remain calm under pressure, apply techniques against controlled resistance, and become more confident in situations where a confrontation goes to the ground.

Who This Class is For

Ground Combatives is open to anyone aged 13 or older who wants to develop practical ground self-defence skills in a structured and cooperative training environment. No previous Hapkido or other martial arts experience is required.

The class may particularly suit:

• People who want to know how to protect themselves, escape, and regain their feet if they are caught in a difficult situation on the ground
• Martial artists from striking or stand-up systems who want to develop a more complete and practical ground skill set
• Existing Hapkido students who want to explore the ground component of their training in greater depth
• People looking for a specialist martial art with a progressive syllabus and the opportunity to work towards Black Belt rank over time
• Those who want realistic ground training without an emphasis on tournaments or a competitive culture

A Practical Self-Defence Focus 

Ground Combatives can be studied as a specialist programme in its own right or used to complement existing Hapkido and other martial arts training.

The emphasis is on practical self-defence rather than competition. Students use positional training and controlled rolling to improve fitness, develop composure under pressure, and test their techniques against realistic resistance.
The skills developed in class also strengthen close-range control, balance, movement, and awareness, helping students respond more effectively if a confrontation goes to the ground.

Supported by Experienced Leadership

Our Ground Combatives programme is supported by Grandmaster Fari Salievski of KMA Martial Arts in Liverpool, Sydney. Grandmaster Fari holds 9th Dan in Hapkido and 3rd Dan in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and provides our instructors with ongoing technical guidance and support.
Hapkido Ground Combatives uses Fari’s FS BJJ system because its practical self-defence focus aligns closely with our wider training philosophy. It provides a clear and progressive framework for developing effective ground skills while remaining consistent with the principles taught in our Hapkido classes.