AKF Spring Grove Flying Dragons teaches Kyuki-Do – a combination of the best of many martial arts

At AKF Spring Grove Flying Dragons, Master Bonnie Thiel teaches Kyuki-Do, a Korean martial art that combines the best of several worlds.

“Kyuki-Do combines parts of Tae Kwon Do, Hapkido and Judo,” said Master Thiel.

The American Kyuki-Do Federation Web site describes the art as “designed to be practical, versatile, and effective at a variety of different ranges and in a variety of different situations.”

Grand Master Ok Hyung Kim introduced the martial art to the U.S. in 1967 and went on to found the American Kyuki-do Federation. Grand Master Kim is the head of the federation and Master Thiel has taken classes under him.

“Kyuki-Do combines the best aspects of the martial arts,” Master Thiel said. “It also includes aspects of Jujitsu, Karate, boxing, wrestling and many other styles.”

Master Thiel said that martial arts are excellent forms of self defense. More than that, she said studying martial arts has physical and mental benefits.

“Students learn self control, discipline and confidence,” she said. “We train men, women and children of all ages. Martial arts can truly make a big difference in someone’s life.”

For more information about AKF Spring Grove Flying Dragons visit www.sgflyingdragons.com or call 815-675-3504.