Meditation Space
Sinmoo Hapkido puts a lot of focus on spiritual and mental development in conjunction with the sound physical, self-defense techniques. Meditation and breathing exercises are a large part of Sinmoo Hapkido training and the proper environment is an important factor that one should consider to optimize their practice.
The following items should be obtained for creating a meditation space:
Small table
Two white candles
Plain white bowl
Two sticks of green Korean incense
Small cushion
Place the table north of where you will sit on the small pillow. Fill the bowl with clean water and place it on the center of the table. Place the two candles one both sides of the bowl, and try to have the flames at eye level. Use a small bowl filled with rice as an incense holder to place two sticks of green Korean incense.
There is an advanced Meditation Space that involves a Meditation Pyramid that Dojunim Ji, Han Jae teaches to advanced students. For information on this contact Mr. Bradley, Master Frank Croaro, or Master Chad Zwieg.