The Finnish Haidong Gumdo Association promotes the practice of Haidong Gumdo in Finland. The association organizes training for all levels, from beginners to instructors, and supports the Finnish national team in international competitions.
The association operates mainly in three cities: Helsinki, Espoo, and Mikkeli. The national chairman and headmaster is Kauko Metsähovi, who also serves on the executive council of the European Haidong Gumdo Federation.
The chief instructor of the Baek-Ho Haidong Gumdo branch in Espoo is Tuire Salomaa.
Our objective is to offer access to authentic Haidong Gumdo training while fostering discipline, confidence, and physical well-being.
What is Haidong Gumdo?
Haidong Gumdo is a modern Korean swordsmanship martial art developed in the 1970s based on ancient martial arts. It is suitable for all ages and provides both physical and mental exercise for today’s busy people.
Haidong Gumdo means:
- (Hai) / Sea
- (Dong) / East
- (Gum) / Sword
- (Do) / The right way
“Haidong” refers to the sun rising over the eastern sea, symbolizing the birth of bright light and new beginnings.
