Namyangju City Successfully Hosts 20th Mayor's Cup Hapkido Championship

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Um In-yong] Namyangju City successfully held the '20th Namyangju Mayor's Cup Hapkido Championship' on the 25th at the multi-purpose gymnasium of Pyeongnae Sports and Culture Center.

The championship was organized to expand the hapkido population base, revitalize community sports, and promote citizen health. Participants showcased their skills honed over time and engaged in friendly competition and solidarity.

The opening ceremony was attended by key dignitaries including Mayor Choi Hyun-deok, members of the National Assembly, provincial and city council members, the chairman of the Namyangju City Sports Association, and the chairman of the Namyangju City Hapkido Association, who encouraged the participating athletes and related personnel.

Approximately 300 athletes participated in the championship, competing in individual events such as △self-defense techniques △kicks △falling techniques △self-defense forms and team competition in comprehensive group demonstration.

Jeon Su-gwang, chairman of the Namyangju City Hapkido Association, said, "I am grateful to everyone who helped make this a meaningful championship where athletes could safely showcase their skills and unite with one another."

Mayor Choi Hyun-deok said, "Hapkido is our traditional martial art that cultivates mind and body and teaches etiquette and restraint, as well as a community sport that develops self-defense ability and safety awareness. We will do our best to revitalize community sports so that citizens can enjoy healthy and vibrant daily lives."