Documents - International Hapkido Council

Wada Code

The International Hapkido Council (IHC) actively promotes and supports the principles of the World Anti-Doping Code established by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). As an organization committed to the integrity of sport, the IHC adopts a zero-tolerance policy towards doping and promotes education on fair play in the practice of Hapkido.

International Hapkido Council Embraces the Principles of the Olympic Charter

The International Hapkido Council (IHC) reaffirms its commitment to the fundamental values of sports by embracing the principles of the Olympic Charter, a document that governs the Olympic movement worldwide. As the international governing body for Hapkido, the IHC recognizes the importance of these principles in fostering a sport based on excellence, respect, and friendship.

The Olympic Charter establishes essential guidelines such as non-discrimination, the promotion of sportsmanship, and the advancement of peace through sports. The International Hapkido Council adopts these values to ensure that Hapkido remains an inclusive discipline, where all practitioners—regardless of origin, gender, or beliefs—can develop in an environment of fairness and fair play.

Furthermore, the IHC promotes the education and training of athletes and coaches under ethical principles and healthy competition, aligning its programs with Olympic ideals. Through international events, seminars, and tournaments, the organization works to ensure that Hapkido is not only recognized for its effectiveness and tradition but also as a means of fostering unity and understanding among cultures.

With this initiative, the International Hapkido Council strengthens its vision of establishing Hapkido as a global sport, contributing to the development of a fairer and more peaceful society through the values of Olympism.