Michael Rhoades and Hapkido-USA Wentzville MO Appointed US Director of Korea Hapkido Federation

ST. LOUIS - April 30, 2015 - PRLog -- April 2015, Grandmaster Michael Rhoades, Wentzville, Missouri was appointed as Director, US Branch by President, Oh Se Lim of the Korea Hapkido Federation, Seoul, South Korea. The duties and responsibilities of Grandmaster Rhoades' appointment are to promote and regulate traditional Korean Hapkido. The KHF is one of, if not the, oldest and largest international Hapkido organizations recognized by the Korean government. The KHF is the governing body of over 40 styles of Hapkido.

Having graduated, from the Master's Course held in Seoul, South Korea as the first non-Korean ever in 2001, Grandmaster Rhoades' history with the Korea Hapkido Federation is extensive. The longevitiy of this relationship is an accomplishment that has been proudly displayed at the Headquarters for more than a decade with certificates of completion and recognition. As a member of the Korea Hapkido Federation, he has brought this distinction and honor to his students who have reaped the benefits of being part of a prestigious, world-recognized federation.

Throughout the US, one of Grandmaster Rhoades' first responsibilities as director is to appoint six (6) regional directors to serve as points-of-contact for other Hapkidoans in their regions. The applications are being received and the opportunity remains open for professional, dedicated individuals who are ready to commit to the growth and success of the KHF and serve with honor.

Overseeing the testings for promotions within the Korea Hapkido Federation is a task that
Grandmaster Rhoades is looking forward to. With access to the Korea Hapkido Black Belt registry, all Hapkidoans who promote will be recorded and the information will be shared with the KHF Headquarters in Seoul, South Korea.

Serving as the United States Headquarters, Grandmaster Rhoades' state-of-the-art facility, Hapkido-USA, Inc.  located at 600 W. Pearce Blvd, Wentzville, Missouri is centrally located and will serve as the hub for the directors, masters and testings. For more information http://www.hapkido-usa.com

There are only 6 regional Directors positions available and persons of interest should forward their bio and/or questions to koreahapkidofederation.us@gmail.com or mail to the Headquarters at: KHF-USA 600 W. Pearce Blvd. Wentzville, MO 63385. Please contact the United States Headquarters at (636) 327-5425.