Jingum

Jingum develops the mind and body through sword training.

Originating from 17th century sword forms and techniques of the time, Jingum primarily focuses on practicing sword forms with a real sword (jingum). 

 

Jingum emphasizes the development of the body and the mind through sword training. Jingum does not have any competition aspect, as is the case for most martial arts.

 

The Jingum beginner will first learn sword etiquette, handling and movement with a wooden practice sword, called a mokgum. Once the Jingum beginner can demonstrate familiarity and confidence with the basic movement, both static and motion cutting techniques, then the Jingum student moves to the metal practice sword, called a kagum.

 

The Jingum student learns to practice sword forms (called hyung or gumbop) with a partner. These sword forms help the Jingum student become fluid with safe, yet effective, series of movements against one or more partners.

 

Finally, on demonstrating the understanding of motion, forms and cutting techniques, the Jingum practitioner can then begin to learn with a sharp sword, called a jingum. Cutting techniques are learned and developed.

 

Unlike Kumdo, with Jingum, there is no armor required, nor sparring drills and practices aimed towards a points awarded competition.

 

The Jingum practitioner is more concerned with the fluidity, pace and grace of movement while performing sword forms, movement and cutting techniques.

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