How do I register?
Go to the "Forms" page.
Click on the "Registration Form icon.
Print and fill it out, then mail the form and the fee to the address at the bottom of the form.

What are the payment methods?
We accept US currency, Us Money orders and personal checks from US banks. Sorry, due to excessive fees, we can not accept personal checks from banks outside the USA. We do not accept credit cards.

If I live outside the USA can I send payment electronically?
No! You must mail your payment with the proper registration form.

Do I pay for shipping my items in the US?
No! We pay all shipping costs for items shipped to locations in the USA.  

Is there a charge for shipping to locations outside the USA?
Yes! There are additional charges for shipping to locations outside the United States.
contact our office to find out about shipping charges.
  
Do I have to renew my membership every year?
No! All memberships are "Lifetime". You are never required to renew.

Can I cancel my membership?
Yes! If at some time you wish to cancel your membership you may do so by sending a letter to our office stating your desire to cancel.

I am an Instructor but not with an organization or master at present, can I register and advance in rank?
Yes!  Teachers retire, relocate and pass away leaving black belt instructors without resources and with no way to advance. We understand how common this problem is and would be honored to have you join our ranks. Send in the registration form and fee and submit your rank advancement request.

If I am a current member of another Hapkido organization or training under an instructor who is not a Chun Moo Hapkido USA member, can I register?
Yes! Many Hapkido instructors in Korea and world wide possess memberships to multiple organization. 

If my certificates have been lost or destroyed, can i still register?
Yes! If you have lost proof of your previous rank you may submit your martial arts resume for examination in lieu of the certification.

How will I know that my registration has been received and reviewed?
When your registration is being reviewed and processed you will receive notification by e-mail.

It has been many years since I received my last rank advancement. How do I know what rank I should request?
Go to the "Instructor Registration" page on our website. determine how many years since you received your 1st Degree Black Belt and use the "Time in Grade" schedule provided, to calculate your appropriate rank. Request that rank. We will allow that time to count as active time. The reason we allow this is that all the core Hapkido techniques are usually mastered by 1st degree black belt. Nearly all the advanced techniques for the higher dan ranks are variations of the core techniques, with the exception of weapons and advanced theory which we will allow you time to research and develop. With time and repeated practice one's skill level improves naturally. We are more concerned with the quality and proper execution of your techniques under realistic conditions rather than the quantity of techniques you know.

How can I verify that an instructor claiming to be a Chun Moo Hapkido USA Black Belt is a legitimate?
You can easily verify an instructor's claims to rank and membership by sending an email to the address below. Be advised that no personal information about the instructor will be given,
master@chunmoohapkidousa.com


What are the Hapkido Rank Requirements?
Belt grade requirements vary greatly from school to school. The one used by the Chun Moo Hapkido USA headquarters can be seen by clicking on the link  "Chun Moo Hapkido Rank Requirements" on the News and Information page. You may adopt it if you like, but remember you are not required to adopt these requirements for yourself or your school. You are the instructor, it is up to you.

Can I receive an Instructors certification?
Yes! When you register or at any time after you are registered, just fill in the section on the registration form for Instructor Appointment, then send in the form and the fee. You will be issued an official Letter of Appointment certifying you as Instructor, Master Instructor or Grandmaster depending on your registered black belt grade.You must be a registered Black Belt with the Chun Moo Hapkido USA. to receive an Instructor Appointment.  

I have founded my own unique style of martial art, can I be registered and be awarded a rank?
Yes! We will gladly sponsor your new style of Hapkido or related martial art and certify you as the 1st Generation Grandmaster of that style and assign your rank. Fill in that section of the registration form and send in the form and fee. You will receive your Founders Appointment, officially recognizing your new style as a legitimate martial art, and you as the art's 1st generation Grandmaster. There is no rank on this appointment, your rank will be on your Black Belt Dan certificate that you receive with your registration. Appointments, Black Belt rank and School Charters are separate.

What is the meaning of "related martial arts"?
Regarding Hapkido, related martial arts are arts that closely resemble the art of Hapkido. Hap Ki Yu Kwon Sool, Hap Ki Yu Sool, Yu Sool, Ho Shin Yu Sool, Ho Shin Sool, Korean Jujitsu and Korean Aiki Jujitsu are some examples of these arts.

I am an Instructor of a martial art other than Hapkido can I register?
Yes! We recognize the efforts of all martial artists. You can be registered under the name of your style such as Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, Aiki Jujitsu or Aikido. If you are a black belt in another martial art, you are also allowed to transfer from your art to Hapkido at your current rank, providing you are now training in the core techniques of Hapkido. The "Time in Grade" schedule may apply and you may be eligible for rank advancement. Please include a copy of your martial arts resume or proof of rank and training in the respective martial art or arts. Each art is a separate registration.

Why should I register my school as a charter school?
There are many benefits to having your school recognized as an official Chun Moo Hapkido USA Charter School. The first being that the Charter never has to be renewed. Just like your member registration, the charter is for life. Your school enjoys a world class status that your students take special pride in belonging. You are authorized to issue Chun Moo Hapkido USA certificates signed and sealed by Grandmaster Rick Jessee. These beautiful documents have a line for you, the instructor to sign right beside the Grandmaster. Your students will have the same world wide rank recognition and certification as you have. They deserve no less. The school charter also gets you in the advisory council loop, you are considered an official adviser to the Grandmaster. You have exclusive access to all the techniques and teaching methods of Grandmaster Jessee. You can submit photos of your school, students and events to be placed in our photo gallery. In general, you are in the inner circle of the Chun Moo Hapkido USA family. You will be eligible for our prestigious awards program. Every year we will be giving awards such as Master Instructor, Instructor and Assistant Instructor of the year, Student of the year, School of the year and many more. Being a member of the Chun Moo Hapkido USA family of chartered schools is a great place to be.

As a member can I post photos of my students and my school on the Chun Moo Hapkido USA website?
Yes! We strongly encourage all our instructors and students to send in photos of your school group or of yourself training for the photo gallery. Please send only digital photos by e-mail. Also, remember that as an instructor you are invited to write articles and stories for our quarterly newsletter. You may list promotions, awards, up-n-coming events, and competition results. Anything of interest may be submitted for approval for publication.   

Is instruction offered by Grandmaster Jessee?
Yes and No! Grandmaster Jessee retired from day to day teaching in 1998 but still is available for seminars, clinic or martial arts summer camps for Charter member schools. Contact this office for fees and scheduling. If you would like to have Grandmaster Jessee attend or supervise one of your charter schools belt testings or events, that can be arranged as well. If you need a Hapkido training facility for day to day training, we can help you locate a qualified Hapkido instructor in your area or nearby. Note: The instructor may or may not be a member of our organization. This doesn't matter. The main concern is that the instructor is a qualified Hapkido instructor. You are allowed to be a registered member of our organization and attend training at a non member Hapkido school.
Also there is some excellent video instruction on the market but you will need a training partner. Check the "News and Information Page" page for Grandmaster Jessee's recommended reference material, such as instructional DVD s and books.

Can I learn Hapkido and test for 1st Degree Black Belt on video?
Yes. If you learn Hapkido from DVD or video instruction. You may submit video of yourself performing the techniques with a partner for review. Grandmaster Jessee will personally review your submission for grading. If you pass, you will be notified by email and allowed to submit a rank advancement request.There is a small fee of $25.00 for each review and there is a one grade per review rule. If you do not pass the grading the first time and need further training when you are ready to submit the retest you will not be charged a fee. You will pay only once per grade regardless of how many times you retake the belt test.   
 
When I register, is my name listed on the website as a certified instructor?
No! You are listed on the site as a member. You are only listed as a Registered Certified Instructor if you have been awarded one of our instructor titles by official Letter of Appointment. Your school is also listed as an official registered school only if you have registered as a Charter School.

What if I do not want my name or school to appear on the website?
Not a problem. Just write "Keep Registration Private" at the bottom of the form and your information will not be added to the website.

Is my information shared with other organizations?
No! The Chun Moo Hapkido USA will never release your personal information to an outside agency or mailing list companies.

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