Master of the sword: Dino Zimmermann takes Haidong Gumdo to Neunkirchen!

Master of the sword: Dino Zimmermann takes Haidong Gumdo to Neunkirchen!

Dino Zimmermann, a 50-year-old teacher from Neunkirchen, has established himself as a leading expert in the Korean sword fight Haidong Gumdo. His passion for this martial art is reflected in the way he leads and motivates his students. Zimmermann heads the Haidong Gumdo interest group and meets his athletes regularly in the Don Bosco gymnasium.

The training hours take place twice a week and last two and a half hours. The commands are given in Korean, while the participants carry out fast shadow struggles with a 1.2 kg and 1.10 m long sword. The happy hiss in the gym testifies to the intensity and dynamics of the training. Many of the students show commitment that pays off in their long training; The age group ranges from 9 to 63 years, and some have been training for over ten years.

philosophy and community

Zimmermann attaches great importance to the philosophy behind Haidong Gumdo, which combines physical challenge and ethical values. A central goal of the training is to become a better person and radiate self -confidence. This philosophy also attracts people with special needs, including students with autism that feel comfortable in training and find a feeling of belonging.

The combat techniques at Haidong Gumdo are diverse. The students learn the basics, shapes, sparring and cut exercises. A particularly impressive exercise is to extinguish a burning candle with the draft of a wooden sword. From the black belt, the students can also fight with real blades, which represents an exciting innovation.

success and distribution

Dino Zimmermann emerged as a talented fighter by being crowned as a European champion in 2018. He also took part in various national championships, and his success as a NRW master and German champion are widely recognized. Together with his students, he conveys an appreciation of the struggle that goes beyond physical fitness. It is also about mental strength, discipline and social interaction.

Haidong Gumdo has spread in Europe since 2000 and is increasingly recognizing recognition in German sports clubs and schools. Zimmermann plays a crucial role in this development by sharing his experience and expertise. The belt degree system extends from white to black, whereby the highest degree (1st Dan) in Germany can be increased until the 10th of the day.

The discipline learned during the training hours is reflected in the adoption of the students. After each unit, they bow and call "Haidong", a sign of respect and the connection to this special martial art. The community that was created around Haidong Gumdo promotes not only the sporting ambition, but also the exchange and social interaction among the participants.