Vovinam
Vovinam, also known as Vovinam-Viet Vo Dao, is a Vietnamese martial art. It was founded by Master Nguyen Loc in 1938. The name translates to "Vietnamese martial arts." Vovinam is characterized by its dynamic techniques, including strikes, grappling, and throws. It emphasizes the use of elbows, knees, and the entire body as weapons. A distinctive aspect of Vovinam is its incorporation of leg techniques, often performed with great flexibility and power, including flying scissors takedowns.
The practice of Vovinam involves both armed and unarmed combat. Weapons training includes the use of the