Korea Hapkido Federation was created in 1965.

Hapkido has the potential to kill an opponent but that is not its purpose. It is to be used for defense.

Hapkido is the Korean equivalent of the Japanese Akido. It draws much of its origin from the art of Akido itself.

Hapkido has korean Tae Kwon Do Shorinji Kempo and chinese Kung fu origins

Hapkido is very effective and dangerous. TaeKwonDo would be a good beginner art for striking skills. After 2nd or 3rd Dan, study HapKiDo. Different strikes, plus joint locks, plus throws will have you well rounded.